Top Stories
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Can I cut my neighbour's plants if they grow over into my garden? How to protect yourself from legal disputesKnow your rights before cutting
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Martin Lewis urges UK households to carry out this one task now to save 10% on bills before prices go upHis advice on rising energy prices
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Dunelm has the ultimate solution to a high-end pantry on a budget – it gives a luxe kitchen look for lessKitchen organisation goals
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Dawn French’s decorated greenhouse proves the most practical of spaces can have charm and whimsyHow you can get the look, too
Gardens
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6 plants to collect seeds from in September – and grow next year's garden for freeFlowers, vegetables and more
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Who is legally responsible for removing fallen fruit if it attracts wasps to a garden?Get rid of this stinging pest, whilst maintaining friendly neighbourly relationships
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I always thought robot lawn mowers were too smart for their own good – but this £300 model proves simpler can be betterIt’s perfect for busy lifestyles
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5 things to do with your roses in September for healthier plants and abundant blooms next yearEarly autumn is the key time to start giving your roses a little love
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4 bulbs to order in September for pink spring blooms – these varieties promise beautiful displays in 2027Buy them now!
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3 things to do with your tomato plants this September – make the most of remaining fruits and encourage new growthThis month's key tasks
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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Ben & Jerry’s is now making pillowcases – this is why the weirdest launch of the summer actually makes senseAnd even better, these ice-cream-themed pillowcases are free!
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'Morning pantries' are the solution to a hectic breakfast routineStreamline your morning routine with these simple tweaks to your pantry
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Move over cool neutrals – Grandma Chic is the vintage bedding trend taking over this autumnThink ditsy florals, ruffles and plenty of vintage patterns
House Manual
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Love Dyson but hate the price tag? Its first sub-£500 robot vacuum just launchedAnd it comes with a clever design to clean every crevice
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Shark just made corded vacuums cool again – and this new ‘triple threat’ vacuum blew me away with its 3-second transformationThe Transformer is anything but traditional
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Aldi’s dropped a clever new £10 lamp that will make your home safer and cosier this autumn – it’s perfect for brightening gloomy eveningsIt's one of the most affordable smart home solutions on the market
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The best carpet cleaners for quick, easy and professional-looking results at home – my top 6 picks as Ideal Home’s Floorcare EditorI put carpet cleaners from big brands like VAX, Bissell and Shark up against felt-tip, tea and mud stains
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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SharkNinja discount codes - in September 2026SPONSORED Save with our SharkNinja discount codes and promos. Every code is hand-verified by our savings experts.
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Furniture Village discount codes - for September 2026SPONSORED Redesign your living space with one of our Furniture Village discount codes and maximise your savings on corner sofas, dining sets, and oak bed frames.
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Aspire Store discount codes for September 2026SPONSORED Choose from our Aspire Store discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Furniture123 discount codes - in September 2026SPONSORED Elevate your home for less with our Furniture123 discount codes and maximise your savings on beds, sofas, and coffee tables.
Renovation
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I’m already prepping my bedroom for next summer – and this is why I think you should too2027 is set to be even hotter than this year
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I spent £12,000 to make my conservatory usable all year round12 months on, this is whether I think it was actually worth the money
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By mixing wallpaper and marble, this loft bathroom has been transformed into the perfect retreatThe chinoiserie wallpaper is a showstopper
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Air con scams are all over social media right now – how to identify and avoid one this summerExperts reveal warning signs to look out for when shopping for an AC
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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I swapped all my plastic food storage for glass – these 4 retailers (with picks from £4) are the ones I recommend to friendsI've tried picks from all of these places
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Olivia Attwood has ditched her air fryer and microwave for this clever appliance – ‘It’s just a no-brainer’She told Ideal Home it reduced clutter in her kitchen
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Microwave speed with air fryer crispiness? Ninja’s new 2-in-1 appliance sounds almost too good to be trueThis space-savvy buy might just be the answer to your prayers for leftovers
