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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3 things to do with your tomato plants this September – make the most of remaining fruits and encourage new growthThis month's key tasks
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Where to buy spring bulbs – my favourite places to shop for classic and unusual varietiesI always head to these retailers first
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I've been using this foldable Ryobi lawn mower to keep my grass in check in changing weatherIt's a great buy for smaller lawns
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Can I cut my neighbour's plants if they grow over into my garden?
Know your rights when cutting your neighbour's plants in your garden
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Plant these 5 low-maintenance daffodils in September for showstopping spring displaysTry these easy-care varieties
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8 plants to add to pots in September for instant colourRefresh tired containers with a burst of late-summer colour
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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Retro floral bathrooms are back on trend - here's how to use floral prints tastefully in 2026Florals aren't just for spring
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I’ve been looking forward to H&M Home’s Kelly Wearstler collaboration all year – and it's here!This year’s most anticipated collab is finally available to shop – these are the 6 pieces to snap up before they’re gone
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Whether you call them blates, plowls, or pasta bowls, traditional plates are officially outdated and these pieces prove itIdeal Home's edit of the undisputed king of the crockery cupboard
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 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
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Wait, heat pumps can really cool down houses as well as providing heat?Experts explain how they could be a better option than air con
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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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
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The 8 best dual zone air fryers as tested by the Ideal Home teamAll of the best dual zone air fryers that I've tried and tested – so that you can read up before you invest
