Top Stories
-
What to do with a Christmas cactus in summer – 5 steps to ensure it blooms again later this yearSet your cactus up for success
-
Lakeland's new stainless steel Only Pan is a dead ringer for the indestructible Always Pan Pro – at half the priceHow do the two pans measure up?
-
I refused to decorate my home for guests or potential buyers, and painted my spare bedroom bright yellowIt's my new favourite room
-
5 plants you can water with coffee – experts say these acid-loving varieties appreciate an occasional fixAnd the best ways to dilute it!
Gardens
-
Every gardener should pick up this £10 Amazon buy – it will turn your bird bath into a statement water featureGarden birds will love it, too!
-
Why are my sunflowers not flowering? 7 reasons your plants aren't blooming as they should and what to do about itTips to guarantee beautiful blooms
-
5 plants you can water with coffee – experts say these acid-loving varieties appreciate an occasional fix
And the best ways to dilute it!
-
Lemonading is the positivity-focused trend taking over gardens this summerWhen life gives you lemons...
-
Solar water fountains are the hottest garden trend of 2026, and this easy DIY hack makes it look even betterCreate a chic water feature with ease
-
I hate mosquitoes, but this low-maintenance plant is my secret weapon to keep them at bayThis is how to unlock its mozzie-repelling benefit
What To Buy
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
5 bedroom trends that are robbing you of a good nights sleep – and the simple swaps experts recommendYou don't need a complete bedroom makeover to sleep better
-
I took a risk and opted for bright yellow in my lime-plastered spare room
It's my new favourite spot in the house
-
This wall panelling trick instantly makes a small bedroom look larger, according to interior designersThe secret to a bijou sleep space that looks bigger than it is
House Manual
-
5 things to clean before going on holiday for a guaranteed soft landing when you return homeThey're so quick and easy, too
-
3 things I think everyone should know before buying an air coolerFrom someone who's just tried their first one
-
I used Tefal’s vacuum mop to clean tomato sauce, flour and a cracked egg from my floorsIt takes hassle-free cleaning to a new level
-
I've always sworn by this hot weather hack, but this is what I'm now doing insteadThe prolonged summer heat means I need to adapt my go-to cooling measures
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
-
Boots discount codes - for July 2026SPONSORED Take a look at our Boots discount codes hand-tested by our saving experts.
-
AEG discount codes - for July 2026SPONSORED Use our handpicked AEG discount codes to save on your appliance today.
-
Furniture Village discount codes - for July 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.
-
Christy discount codes - for July 2026SPONSORED Choose from our Christy discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
Renovation
-
My neighbour and I both have gravel driveways, but hers always looks neater than mineI've discovered her secret
-
How to stop a tarmac driveway from melting in summerSolve the problem and prevent it from happening again with these expert tips
-
Is air conditioning really going to be banned in the UK? This is what the experts sayThis is the truth behind the rumours, and how you can ensure yours does fall foul of the rules
-
How to spot driveway damage this summer4 red flags to look out for and how to fix them
Ideal Homes
-
'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
-
A dated Georgian cottage gets a modern-country updateCream tones and rustic pieces keep it sumptuous but simple
-
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
-
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
-
I avoided skirting boards in my lime-plastered spare room and used this rustic alternative insteadSkirting boards aren't for every house or room, so we opted for something different
-
I saved over £500 by reupholstering my dream footstool myself - here's how I used secondhand finds to make it happenA professionally upholstered footstool can set you back hundreds, but I made mine for around £100
More From Ideal Home
-
I used this game-changing Joseph Joseph gadget to cook perfect rice in my microwave in 10 minutes flatForget boiling a pan on the hob or a plug-in rice cooker
-
This is how a colour expert created the perfect engaging colour scheme for her son’s playroom'Designing the playroom was one of my favourite rooms to work on'
-
Lidl’s dropping a £50 glass air fryer that’s perfect for small kitchens – it’s £100 cheaper than the viral Ninja CrispiWe're so excited about this middle aisle arrival!
