Top Stories
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Martin and Shirlie Kemp’s DIY water feature is a masterclass in how to nail this summer’s breakout trendHow to recreate it on a budget
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The charming way that Monty Don likes to put small terracotta pots to use in his gardenIt’ll make your space safer
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What to do with jasmine in August – 6 tasks that'll guarantee longer, healthier displays in your gardenDon't neglect the climbers this month
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I hated washing up bowls until I discovered this clever style on my camping holiday – it’s a tiny kitchen gemIts clever design has won me over
Gardens
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Monty Don is urging gardeners not to worry about fruit trees shedding fruit this summer – it’s actually a good signIt's not the disaster it first seems
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5 garden plants experts say you can bring back from the dead if they’ve gone brown and crispy this summerYour garden is tougher than you think
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As a gardening editor, here are the five trees I'd never plant in my own gardenAnd the 3 I absolutely would
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David Domoney doesn’t want you to throw your plant prunings away this monthTry this clever hack instead
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Webb's new lawn mower made light work of cutting my grassThese clever features made the whole job so much easier
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Garden edging ideas – 16 beautiful ways to style borders and boundariesWoven willow, metal and more
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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I always used to sleep with one foot sticking out of the duvet – until I learned this one thingThis advice from sleep experts changed everything
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This gorgeous rechargeable table lamp from M&S champions the biggest lighting trend of autumnIt's giving quiet luxury
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I’ve just found social media’s next viral obsession at Habitat – it’s the style update everyone will be using to make their bedrooms bolder this autumnI'm obsessed with these funky styles
House Manual
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The heatwave might have gone for now, but has it damaged your home?These are the 7 most vulnerable areas to check now
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I turned 40 and realised I didn't want to carry all this clutter into the next decadeThese 5 things had to go
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6 genius buys from Argos that I’m buying to organise my tiny hallway – I can’t believe I lived so long without themMy top picks for tidying shoes, coats and more
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My timber windows were looking tired — this is how I transformed them for under £50A couple of hours, patience and a little works has given my timber windows a new lease of life
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Renovation
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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
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Does your landlord have to fit air con if you ask for it? This is where you stand legallyIs your rented home stiflingly hot in summer?
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Can fitting air conditioning boost your home’s value? This is what the experts sayDone well, adding air conditioning could make your home more desirable to potential buyers
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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I finally have space for a coffee station after years of dreaming of one – these are the clever buys my Editor has persuaded me to invest inHow I'm setting up the perfect coffee station
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This 18th-century cottage oozes rustic charm and warmthIt has been refreshed and restored with a timeless elegance
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This newly built barn has all the country casual vibes going for itIts homely, rustic feel is all thanks to the warm and earthy palette throughout
