Top Stories
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Kitchen items you can no longer recycle when decluttering due to new bin rules in EnglandWhat to do with them instead
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4 easy ways to dispose of garden waste if you don’t have a garden waste bin and aren't eligible for a collectionNo collection, no worries
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6 beautiful plants that stop weeds from taking over your garden – evergreen beauties and pollinator favouritesThey'll save you hours of weeding
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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?Experts share the best solution
Gardens
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What to do with hydrangeas in May – 4 tasks that will give the blooms a boost and bolster your shrub's resilienceWatering, feeding and more
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Ground ivy took hold in my garden over winter – I'm stopping it in its tracks with these simple expert-approved weeding tipsIt's me vs creeping Charlie
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14 small patio ideas that will transform the look and feel of a tiny outdoor spacePlanting, landscaping and design tips
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These outdoor kitchens all use the same simple but effective colourful trick for a striking and stylish look – and you can recreate it in a weekendColour is the best way to spruce up an outdoor kitchen this summer
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If I had my own garden, I’d be buying these £25 pebble-shaped outdoor lights from Next right now – they’re already sold out in one of the sizesThese Next pebble-shaped solar lights are one of the nicest outdoor lights I’ve seen this year
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This popular slug removal hack could actually be attracting more slugs to your garden, experts warnApparently, the trick can backfire
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 floorsSave 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 avoidCotton, 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 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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Habitat has just dropped the most stylish bedding sets with cult British-brand Scion – 6 picks to instantly refresh your bedroom on a budgetYour bedroom is crying out for one of these classic designs
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Wren Kitchens is closing 15 stores in the US – what the closures mean for the UKThe CEO has issued a statement
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I’m an M&S-obsessed Sleep Editor – these are my top picks from the new M&S bedding collectionI'm not surprised they're selling out fast
House Manual
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I’ve tried and tested the best fans — these are my top picksAs someone who runs hot, my internal thermometer makes me well placed to put the best fans through their paces in my own home
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I've selected the best steam irons for fast, crease-free results every timeThese top picks make ironing quicker, easier and more effective
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Dyson has just solved the biggest problem I have with cordless vacuumsMeet their first self-emptying vacuum cleaner
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Only the most efficient cleaners use these steam cleaner hacks in their home – I swear by them as Ideal Home’s Cleaning EditorI've cracked the steam cleaning code
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Renovation
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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
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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
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'
DIY
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