Top Stories
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7 container flowers to plant in May for vibrant, long-lasting blooms all summer longEnsure a colourful display
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5 solutions that people with a tidy fridge always have – fuss-free additions that will banish messThey'll make your food last longer
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Stinky Bob is taking over every corner of my garden – I'm stopping this persistent weed in its tracksSimple tips to tackle it
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5 things that people with a dust-free home do without fail – game-changing tools and techniquesSo you spend less time cleaning
Gardens
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Two years on from my first review of Ninja's Woodfire Outdoor Oven, this is everything I've learned about owning a pizza oven long term – as well as the drawbacksIt’s an impressively versatile outdoor oven
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5 things you should never put in a compost bin following the new garden waste disposal rules in EnglandDon't fall for these common composting mistakes
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My neighbour complained that our tree was ruining her garden's lightHere's the expert-approved way I handled it
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A genius way to get the look of real wood without the upkeep – this new garden furniture trend combines style and practicality‘This type of garden furniture is the ultimate practical yet stylish choice’
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5 easy and effective fixes to make an overlooked front garden feel more privateand without blocking out light
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I’m calling it, hammocks are the must-have garden seating idea for 2026Is this the comfiest garden trend of the year?
What To Buy
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Primark has just dropped a new quiet luxury homeware collection – 6 under £30 buys to make your home look more expensiveThe subtle design features will instantly upgrade your space
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I’ve tracked down the top places to buy the best garden furniture so that you don’t have toThese are my go-to brands and retailers to shop outdoor furniture
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Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and testedThe best cooling mattress toppers for a cooler and more breathable sleep – tried and tested options from Simba, Panda, Emma, Silentnight, and more
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Ideal Home's Certified Experts have spent over 15,500 hours testing products so you can trust their in-depth knowledge and adviceNo-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
Room Decor
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I went on a sleep retreat with Dunelm to find out all about its huge selection of mattresses, duvets and pillowsEverything I learned about Dunelm's vast range of bedding
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IKEA's brand new £550 sofa bed is the ultimate in Scandi cool – I love its 'playful functionality'I think it could be a cult classic of the future
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Everybody’s going crazy for this £35 IKEA floor lamp from the new PS 2026 range – I predict this viral flexible light is a future design classicAnd these 5 other clever designs
House Manual
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I tested Gtech’s newest (and most affordable) cordless vacuum – for *only* £180, I didn’t expect it to impress me as much as it didIt keeps things refreshingly simple
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A fan won't help with humidity – this is what experts recommend you use insteadA fan may help circulate the air, but you'll need something else to actually lower moisture levels
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3 ways to outsmart porch pirates and stop them stealing delivery packages from your doorstepHow to stop thieves from targeting your online shopping
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I tried 3 viral washing machine cleaning methods – only one actually banished bad smells and mouldI assumed that bicarb and vinegar would do the trick, but I was wrong
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Renovation
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5 things that people with consistently cool homes in summer always haveHeatwave essentials that will keep your home comfortable when it gets hot
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I lost £13k to a scam builder – this is what I wish I'd done differentlyPlus, how I got my money back
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I clad part of my house to boost its kerb appeal on a budgetRecladding part of our home's exterior has given it a fresh look without breaking the bank
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Got a conservatory that's already starting to overheat?I asked the experts whether conservatory air conditioning is a worthwhile investment or a waste of money
Ideal Homes
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'The restoration of the cottage has been well worth the journey'A sensitive renovation and neutral colour palette have accentuated the character of this pretty Cotswold cottage
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A dated Georgian cottage gets a modern-country updateCream tones and rustic pieces keep it sumptuous but simple
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A dreamy pastel coloured seaside home on the Dorset coastA bold move to the Dorset coast saw this family completely transform their dated 1980s house into their ideal home
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This tiny Cotswold cottage makes the most of every inch with a tailored, high-end look‘I could see the cottage’s potential, and I knew I could make the layout work'
More From Ideal Home
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How an interior designer breathed new life into this Grade II-listed Georgian farmhouse'Our home is full of furniture and treasures that we’ve collected over the years'
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This boot room colour trend isn't going anywhere in 2026 – Lick's x Hunter is the paint collaboration to try nowThis heritage hue has been given a contemporary twist by Lick
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Forget astrology signs – the perfect mug for you might be revealed by your birth monthWhy not hyper-personalise your morning brew?
