Top Stories
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I’m sick of clutter piling up on my bedside table, so I’m investing in these stylish pockets from Amazon
They have 1000s of glowing reviews
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Wildlife experts want gardeners to scatter tennis balls in their gardens – no, it’s not as bonkers as it sounds
This simple hack helps garden wildlife
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The kitchen trends designers say will be huge in 2026 – plan now to enjoy a stylish space in the new year
Here's to a warm and stylish kitchen in 2026
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My single-glazed windows were dripping wet every morning before I used these dehumidifier bags
These bags are a genius, low-cost fix
Gardens
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This is one of the biggest silent Christmas cactus killers in the home – and it could ruin your plant’s flowers
Nip any damage in the bud...
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The fruit you should leave in your bird feeder if you want robins to become a regular visitor, according to a wildlife expert
They'll keep coming back for this tasty treat
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6 of the best outdoor Christmas plants for colour, texture and fragrance over the festive season
A few unusual ones in here...
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Clodagh McKenna’s festive decorated garden pub is so charming – I’m using its rustic and cosy design as inspiration for my home this Christmas
The celebrity chef has created a cosy wonderland
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Wildlife experts want gardeners to scatter tennis balls in their gardens – no, it’s not as bonkers as it sounds
This simple hack helps garden wildlife when the temperatures plummet
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5 of the best Christmas plants to send as gifts – these festive houseplants are sure to make a loved one smile
Christmas amaryllis, cyclamen and more
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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Meet Ideal Home's Certified Experts - they've spent over 1,000 hours testing everything from appliances to mattresses so you can shop wisely
No-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
Room Decor
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I don't even like festive bedding, but Habitat's Christmas bedding collection has just won me over – no wonder it's selling out fast
And with prices starting at £7, it's easy to see why
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Is millennial pink making a comeback? IKEA says it is as it reveals its colour of the year for 2026
I’ve seen and covered all of the colours of the year for 2026 – and IKEA’s colour is completely different from all the rest
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The cosy heritage look is trending this Christmas – 5 ways I'd make it feel timeless, as an interior stylist
Trends come and go, but here's how to make this a look that will last
House Manual
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Nobody told me there's a specific order your should bleed your radiators in
I've been doing it wrong for years without realising, and I bet I'm not alone
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Experts reveal how to *properly* clean laminate flooring – and how to keep it sparkling and scuff-free for years to come
Hint: You should definitely put your mop away
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One place you're forgetting to declutter before your guests arrive for Christmas – decluttering pros say it makes a bigger difference than you think
It's all about making your guests feel welcome
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Ruth Langsford's clever bauble storage trolley makes decorating (and packing away) so much easier – and there's £60 off it right now
It's the Christmas storage upgrade we all need
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Renovation
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Don't let drains put a stop to your extension plans
Take note of the 6 things experts want you to know in order to ensure a smooth-running project
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8 ways to get driveway drainage spot on
Bad driveway drainage can totally ruin the look of a house - here's how to get it right without compromising on kerb appeal
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I thought replacing my boiler would be time-consuming and complicated - but with BOXT, it only took about 20 minutes of my time
Read my review of the BOXT boiler installation service
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What you can and can't burn in a multi-fuel stove – the 5 things you should always avoid
Keep cosy and warm with the correct fuel choices
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 wish I’d known this one thing before painting my walls – it would have stopped dark borders ruining my room renovation
Learn from my mistake by following this expert advice on how to avoid it
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Upcycling furniture? Here are 5 things I wish I knew first
Countless upcycling projects (and plenty of mistakes) later, here's what I wish I knew before my first project
More From Ideal Home
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Siemen's EQ900 Plus bean-to-cup coffee machine will set you back over £2000 – I tried it out to see what you get for your money
How does this Siemens machine measure up?
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If your kitchen is all-white everything, this is the KitchenAid for you
KitchenAid's new monochrome stand mixer shade is bound to divide opinion on appliance colour trends for 2026 – it's certainly one for the minimalists
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Aldi's £49.99 espresso machine is back – it's £10 cheaper than last year and features a touch control panel as well as a milk frothing wand
Here's what else it has going on
