Top Stories
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The colour trends that will define our homes in 2026 – colour and paint experts say this is what next year's colour palette will look like
The shades to cover your home in in 2026
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How many dehumidifiers do I need to beat damp and condensation? Experts reveal the perfect setup for every type of home
It's also about where and how you use them
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This is how much loft insulation you need, and how thick it should be – plus should you replace old before adding new?
It's essential if you want to prevent heat loss through your roof
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These are the 7 easy upgrades I’ve made at home to keep it warm this winter — they’ll help reduce our energy bills too
Cosy and cost-saving – these are a double win
Gardens
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Gardeners are being urged to check their bird feeders before it rains – birds could be put in danger if you don’t
You need to make this very important check in wet weather
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Gardeners are being warned against putting wet leaves in this 1 place – it could cost you a flourishing garden next year
It's an easy mistake to make
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My neighbour's tree covers my front path in leaves every autumn – I asked experts whose responsibility it is to clear it up
Garden rake at the ready
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5 invasive trees you should never plant in your garden, no matter how pretty they look – experts say they'll take over faster than you think
Thuggish and thoroughly tricky to keep on top of, these are the trees that experts urge gardeners to avoid planting
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Experts are urging homeowners to put banana skins in their gardens this November - here's why
Keep hold of those banana skins for a natural garden boost
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I want my garden to glow for Christmas so I asked the experts how to light my trees properly and easily
Light your outdoor trees ready for the festive season
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 floors
Save 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 avoid
Cotton, 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 tested
The 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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Meet Ideal Home's Certified Experts - they've spent over 1,000 hours testing everything from appliances to mattresses so you can shop wisely
No-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
Room Decor
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I tried living with a wet room – here’s the truth about what this style of bathroom is actually like to live with long-term
Gorgeous on Pinterest, tricksy in real life
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If you want to do a traditional Christmas well this year, get your decor from Primark – 6 stunning festive buys that back me up
It looks so good!
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I just tested Emma's Flip mattress topper – if you're hosting overnight guests this Christmas, it's a sure-fire way to impress
It has a firm and a soft side to create the perfect sleep surface
House Manual
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I tried Marie Kondo's KonMari folding method to organise my clothes – my drawers have never looked better
This one's a keeper
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This is the easy heating trick that I'm using to keep my home damp and mould-free this winter
This expert-approved (and super-easy) thermostat hack will keep moisture damage at bay
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Best heated clothes airers – tried and tested for drying clothes indoors, fast
Laundry piles don't stand a chance...
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I’ve tested dozens of Shark and Dyson vacuum cleaners – this is the brand I’d choose if I could only pick one
I pick a winner in the battle of the cult vacuum brands
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Furniture123 discount codes - in November 2025
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Garden Trading discount codes - in November 2025
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Renovation
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I spent five years renovating my home, but now I'm going to extend again — this is how I'm planning to turn our three bed semi into a five-bed home for life
Rather than move house, my husband and I have decided to extend again
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Ultimate guide to underfloor heating
Pros reveal what you need to know about turning your floor into a heat emitter
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This is how to determine what size log burner you need
Pros explain how to get the heat output right, and reveal what can happen if you get it wrong
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3 places you should never install underfloor heating according to experts
Plus the spots where you should proceed with caution
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 update
Cream tones and rustic pieces keep it sumptuous but simple
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A dreamy pastel coloured seaside home on the Dorset coast
A 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 wish I’d known this one thing before painting my walls – it would have stopped dark borders ruining my room renovation
Learn from my mistake by following this expert advice on how to avoid it
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Upcycling furniture? Here are 5 things I wish I knew first
Countless upcycling projects (and plenty of mistakes) later, here's what I wish I knew before my first project
More From Ideal Home
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Inside the bold and unapologetic London home of Rockett St George co-founder, Lucy St George – it's maximalist heaven
Every room is stamped with the homeware brand's eclectic rock and roll style
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This stunning home proves that more is more in the festive season
It's a masterclass in maximalism decorating
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I just tried out Ninja's new filter coffee machine – but I think the best thing about it by far is the pod coffee function
Ninja is trying to get Brits to drink filter coffee again – and this time it might succeed
