Top Stories
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I'm a kitchen editor who scours shops every day – these are my top 15 picks for Easter dining and hosting
Spruce up your table
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What you can't put in your garden waste bin under the new recycling rules that come into effect this week
It's a not to these items
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8 wildflowers that thrive in the shade and will transform your outdoor space into a glorious cottage garden
They're giving cottage garden dreams
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What to feed roses in April for more flowers – experts say you must do this task now for abundant blooms
Don't skip this job
Gardens
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I never thought robot lawn mowers were worth the hype, but these 3 smart machines won me over
They're perfect for busy gardeners
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Garden decking ideas – 28 ways to design and enhance a decked space for summer hosting
Give your outdoor living space an upgrade
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5 lawn care tasks you must do in April to set your grass up for a strong year of lush green growth
The key jobs to start now
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B&Q’s new orange egg is a dead ringer for the cult Big Green Egg – it’s £450 cheaper too
BBQ season is here
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This is what you can't put in your garden waste bin under the new recycling rules that come into effect this week
Councils are not required to pick up the following items as part of garden waste collection
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I swapped my hand fork for this clever cordless garden tool and it's made clearing weeds so much faster and easier
My garden borders and raised beds have never looked tidier
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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I'm spotting this stylish pattern in all the supermarket homeware collections for spring
This popular pattern will never go out of style
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Simba's Luxe mattress has £500 off this week – our tester found it 'blissful' to sleep on
If I didn't already own a Simba mattress, I'd be snapping up this 30% off Easter deal
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Create Your Dream Kitchen
Make your wishlist kitchen a reality with stylish and practical advice from designers
House Manual
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I’m a vacuum expert, and these are the best cordless vacuum cleaners you can buy for grab-and-go cleaning
My top-rated dust busters from Shark, Dyson, Gtech and more
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5 things that people with healthy air quality always have in their homes – keep nasty pollutants out of the house
The pollutant-busters you need for a healthy home
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Are air purifiers worth the hype? As someone who has lived with *and* without one, this is my take
Is it the right investment for your home?
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Denise Welch slams London council for failing to collect her son’s bins – this is what you *actually* should do if your bin isn’t collected
Everything you need to know about 'Bin-gate'
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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Better Bathrooms discount codes - in April 2026
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Renovation
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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
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What's the best way to a bigger kitchen – an extension or a remodel?
It might seem obvious but I asked the experts, and their opinions might surprise you
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How do I know if a heat pump is right for my home?
7 questions to ask yourself or a professional
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Have the rules around log burners changed?
I’m a heating expert, and this is what you should know about potential legislative updates
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
More From Ideal Home
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This £110 slushie machine at Curry's is racking up 5-star reviews and £140 cheaper than the cult Ninja Slushi
Level up your Easter weekend
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No space for a coffee machine? A French press is the chic café-core essential that every stylish person owns – I've found the 12 best you can buy right now
It's a secret weapon for serving delicious coffee en masse when hosting
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De'Longhi's 'effortless' Eletta coffee machine amazed our reviewer when she tried it – now the new version looks even better
But shhh, it's super quiet
