Top Stories
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7 container flowers to plant in May for vibrant, long-lasting blooms all summer longEnsure a colourful display
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5 things that people with a tidy fridge always have – fuss-free additions that will banish messThey'll make your food last longer
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Aldi’s clever £23 planter taps into one of this year’s biggest garden trends for small spacesFill every inch of your garden
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My home’s kerb appeal needs a boost — so I’ve stacked up these 6 easy DIY tasks to do in a weekendThis is the weekend plan
Gardens
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Stinky Bob is taking over every corner of my garden – I'm stopping the persistent weed in its tracks with these simple tipsTake that, Stinky Bob!
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This genius John Lewis garden furniture design doubles as a dining and lounge set – it’s the perfect small garden solutionIt's no surprise customers are going crazy for it – 'We've had so many compliments already'
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6 RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 garden trends that are actually achievable at homeThey work in small gardens, too
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5 things people with beautiful budget-friendly gardens always save money on (and what they splurge on)How to save your cash, according to the pros
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7 container flowers to plant in May for non-stop colour all summer long
Pick these vibrant, long-lasting blooms to ensure a colourful display that will see your garden all through the summer months
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Aldi’s £100 garden dining set is more than £1,000 cheaper than this cult designer alternative – and it's hard to tell the differenceAldi's metal dining table looks so similar to this Instagram icon, I had to do a double-take
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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Following the 70/30 design rule is a shortcut to a perfectly designed kitchenHere's how to use it in practise
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Kitsch side tables are the trend popping up in stylish homes all over the UK – 6 playful ones to add to your living room for summerThis piece of often overlooked furniture is fast becoming a decor staple
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Next's stylish new armchair comes with clever hidden storage – it's a simple but genius solution to keep a small living room looking tidyStorage seating can be chic, too
House Manual
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Lidl's £60 Dyson bladeless fan lookalike is back in stores this week – and even cheaper than last yearWith a heatwave on the horizon, this fan couldn't have arrived at a better time
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This is how I fixed chewed skirting boards for £5 in under 30 minutesIt was easier than I thought it would be too
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5 things that people with a dust-free home always do – game-changing tools and techniquesSo you spend less time cleaning
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5 things that people with a tidy fridge always have – fuss-free additions that will banish mess and make your food last longer
Bye, messy fridge!
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Renovation
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I lost £13k to a scam builder – this is what I wish I'd done differentlyPlus, how I got my money back
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I clad part of my house to boost its kerb appeal on a budgetRecladding part of our home's exterior has given it a fresh look without breaking the bank
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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)
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 visited Smeg's Italian HQ and saw their archive of limited edition appliances – these are 4 discontinued cult classics I wish they'd bring backIncluding a Fiat 500 x Smeg gem
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This modern converted barn sat on the market for a year before these homeowners saw its potentialIt's now bursting with character and personality
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Lidl is selling the coveted Ninja Creami for £159 – but I’ve found two places where you can snap it up even cheaperThe must-have appliance for summer is coming to Lidl
