Lifestyle

Have you ever heard of the 5th wall? Unless you’re an avid fan of interior programmes and design magazines, the phrase may be unfamiliar to you. The 5th wall refers to a room’s ceiling, suggesting it is an extra surface that’s available to decorate.

Does your wind-down ritual include a hot bath, soothing music and a scented candle? Are you perfuming the air ahead of viewings with a luxury number from Jo Malone or Diptyque? If you are, you may be releasing harmful particles every time you light the wick.