Top Stories
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How to attract wrens to your garden – 5 ways to create a sanctuary for one of nature’s best pest controllersThey're mightier than they look!
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Dualit's stylish new ice cream maker is the latest new style of dessert maker everyone's going to be talking about this summerAnd I can see exactly why
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5 flowering plants you can plant in May that will have birds flocking to your garden – what wildlife experts recommendBlooms that feed and attract birds
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Yes, small wardrobes can be organised too – and Lakeland’s £16.99 storage solution is the key to your seasonal switch-upKeep your wardrobe clutter-free
Gardens
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Habitat's £350 clever convertible outdoor day bed is already a sleeper hit with shoppers – this under-the-radar buy is a game-changer for tiny gardensCustomers have nothing but good things to say about it – ‘Best garden furniture we’ve bought’
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How to host outdoors when it’s raining – 5 ways to entertain guests, whatever the weatherDon't let showers spoil your plans!
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This elegant urban garden is a sun-drenched oasisClever zoning and a bespoke outbuilding have transformed this once unused garden into a family's dream space
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H&M's minimalist garden parasol will give your garden an instant glow-up – its quiet luxury style is perfect for serving up a seriously hotel-chic lookSorry, striped parasols, this parasol is making a case for neutrals
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How to turn your garden into your own day spa, no matter the sizeCreate your own at-home oasis
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I'm a kitchen editor on a bid to create the ultimate outdoor pizza oven set-up, and these are 12 accessories you needThis is all you need for a set-up that will rival the pros
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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If you're looking for unique, stylish and expensive-looking rechargeable lights under £35, this under-the-radar brand is where you should be shoppingI've already added two to my basket
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3 interior experts share the tricks of the trade to create a home that's light, bright and welcomingRethink your decor choices and maximise the natural light
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I asked 3 colour experts and they all recommend this paint trick to make a small room look bigger and more open – it’s so simple!‘It’s such a simple yet transformative way to change how a space feels’
House Manual
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‘Slow vacuuming’ is the only way I’m vacuuming my home this May – and experts explain why you should be doing it tooA little patience can go a long way
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5 things that people with tidy kitchen worktops always have – space-savvy ways to prevent clutterMinimise mess and maximise space
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5 things you should never put in a kitchen bin, according to pros – you’d never guess how dangerous these common household items can bePutting these items in your bin are a big no-no
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The 10-minute fixes I’ve adopted to prevent energy wastageNow I can save up to £207 a year on my energy bills
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Renovation
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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
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Does there really have to be a door between your house and conservatory?Or is there a way of opening them up to each other? I asked the experts for the best solution (that doesn’t break the law)
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Is your exterior house colour going out of style? Experts reveal the shades fading in popularity this year and the ones replacing themThe two colours that will elevate your house exterior
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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This petite kitchen has been given a bright and uplifting refresh with plenty of vintage charm and characterA masterclass in overcoming wonky walls, a sloping floor and the small footprint of a 17th-century maisonette
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Dualit's stylish new ice cream maker is the latest new style of dessert maker everyone's going to be talking about this summer
And I can see exactly why
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After a fire devastated their home, these homeowner created the kitchen of their dreamsThe couple reframed their misfortune as an opportunity
