Top Stories
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What to do with camellias in April – these simple spring jobs will set you up for bigger and better blooms next spring
Keep them looking healthy
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IKEA's £4 space-saving bins will make following the new, simpler recycling rules in England easier in a tiny kitchen
This clever find makes life easier
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Plug-in solar panels will soon be available in the UK – this is everything you need to know about how they'll work
These will be a game-changer
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My mum always has show-stopping climbing plant displays, and this plant is the fast-growing star of her garden trellis
The perfect low-maintenance privacy plant
Ideal Home Experts
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Gardens
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I’ve spent hours searching for the best parasols – these are the 20 I'd recommend for shading a garden in style
Whatever style of parasol you're looking for, you're bound to find the best one on this list, no matter your budget
By Sara Hesikova
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3 tell-tale signs that your lawn is compacted and needs aerating now for lush green grass when summer arrives
These symptoms mean it's time to step in
By Sophie King
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Gardeners with dogs warned of hidden danger in gardens that can be fatal – what you need to do to keep your dog safe
Experts have revealed that compost is toxic to dogs, and sometimes, it can be fatal
By Kezia Reynolds
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Amanda Holden has just convinced me that chandeliers can look amazing in a garden
Elevate your garden lighting with one stunning feature
By Kezia Reynolds
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IKEA's stylish yet subtle solar lights gave my garden borders a glow up – they made my front garden feel welcoming again
These cute lights have boosted my home's kerb appeal
By Jenny McFarlane
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Wild birds will flock to your garden if you start leaving out this £7 Amazon buy – it looks adorable too
How to support the wild birds that visit your garden during nesting season
By Kezia Reynolds
What To Buy
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Aldi's new £100 robot vacuum also sweeps and mops – it's a time-saving must-have for spotless floors
Save on time and money
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I asked bedding experts what the best sheet material for a good night's sleep is – the fabrics to buy, and one to avoid
Cotton, linen, bamboo, and silk sheets are all high on our experts' list
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Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and tested
The 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 advice
No-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
Room Decor
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Loaf has a space-saving £195 solution for hosting overnight guests
It's one of the most stylish spare bed alternatives I've seen
By Amy Lockwood
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IKEA's clever new trinket tray has gone seriously viral on TikTok
Banish bedside clutter for good
By Maddie Balcombe
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It's taken me five years, but I've *finally* found the perfect pillow for side sleeping – its latex core has solved my neck pain
I think I just found my dream pillow
By Amy Lockwood
House Manual
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Experts are warning homeowners to think before they spray when spring cleaning this month – your favourite houseplant could be paying the price
Cleaning products are putting your houseplants at risk
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’m a storage-obsessed editor who hates ugly storage baskets – pretty-but-practical alternatives to add to your home
Who says storage has to be an eyesore?
By Lauren Bradbury
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What are plug-in solar panels and how do they work?
This is everything we know about about the game-changing solar panels that will soon be available in the UK
By Sarah Handley
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Air purifiers can be confusing – but I tested a model that’s straightforward and easy to use
It even has a Pet Mode for animal lovers
By Rebecca Lawton
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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Pro Breeze discount codes - in April 2026
SPONSORED Choose from our Pro Breeze discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Furniture Village discount codes - for April 2026
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Dunelm discount codes - for April 2026
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Renovation
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I wish I had a bigger hallway — is a porch the answer?
I asked the pros for the 3 best ways to achieve more space in this part of my home
By Sarah Handley
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What is the ideal porch size – and can you ever go too big?
I asked the experts how you ensure an addition to the front of your home is in proportion for maximum kerb appeal
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Is it ever a good idea to use a conservatory as an extra bedroom?
Experts told me it’s definitely a feasible option, but only if you follow these 7 crucial pointers
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Why I had to pay three times as much as I wanted to replace the windows in my home
But it turns out it was the right decision
By Amy Reeves
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 update
Cream tones and rustic pieces keep it sumptuous but simple
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A dreamy pastel coloured seaside home on the Dorset coast
A 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'
DIY
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I tried this clever drill attachment for distressing furniture to get that high-end rustic look – and now I only buy second-hand
This is essential for upcycling furniture
By Layla Al-Ani
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5 things that made painting my home so much easier
They minimise clean-up time and will help make quick work of cutting in
By Rebecca Knight
More From Ideal Home
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These milk steaming mistakes are standing in the way of you unlocking barista-level coffee at home
What to know to master the art of an at-home latte
By Molly Cleary
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Why I'd buy the ProCook kettle and toaster again after owning them for 2 years, as a picky kitchen edito
Buy well and buy once is my motto for a stress-free kitchen
By Holly Cockburn
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Best pans for induction hobs – tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Investing in new pans for your energy-efficient induction hob? Here are my top picks of induction friendly cookware
By Molly Cleary







