Top Stories
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Is it cheaper to leave your heating on all day? Find out the official answer
Plus the exceptions you need to know about
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I tried the 1-3-5 decluttering method and finally tackled jobs I’ve been putting off
If you like a methodical list, this is for you
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The RSPCA has issued a warning to anyone who has foxes visiting their garden
Here’s how to deter foxes safely and legally
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Where to donate bedding for those in need – 5 places that will accept your old bedding
Don't let your old bedding end up at a landfill
Room Decor
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Wabi-sabi bathrooms – 10 ways to embrace this serene and 'imperfect' style
Where imperfection meets earthy elements for a calm bathroom
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Living room storage ideas – 28 ways to keep your lounge organised, neat and uncluttered
Organising tips from storage experts and pro organisers
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Are curved kitchen islands the big trend for 2025? Here are 6 ways to include soft shapes
Make your kitchen welcoming with soft and subtle shapes
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How to become a living room family – 7 sofa and decorating tricks to get the family together
The 'living room family' trend is taking over TikTok
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How to make a coffee table look expensive – 7 ways to elevate your coffee table like interior stylists
Interior stylists reveal their tried-and-test tricks
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How to decorate with Pantone's Mocha Mousse – ways to use this deliciously cosy shade
Introduce the new Pantone Colour of the Year to your home
What To Buy
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Meet Ideal Home's team of Certified Experts
Shop smarter with no-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
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Best mattress 2025 – I've tried over 100 mattresses and these are the 10 I'd recommend
Top recommendations for all budgets and sleepers, from Simba, Emma, Tempur, Hypnos, and more
Ideal Homes
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Take a tour of this festive 16th-century former pub in rural Hertfordshire
With cosy throws, seasonal arrangements and twinkling candlelight, this home is all set for a very special Christmas
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'The character was all there, it had just been buried under years of neglect'
Looking past the dark brown 1980s decor, the owners could see the potential in this once-dingy cottage
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A 1920s seaside cabin has been transformed into a peaceful haven
This timber-clad cabin has been beautifully restored to become a wonderful weekend retreat
House Manual
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Are you using the right amount of detergent in your washing machine? The tell-tale signs you’re using too much or too little
You could be doing your laundry routine all wrong
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How to clean a washing machine with soda crystals — why experts say you should ditch bicarbonate of soda for this cheaper alternative
Live in a hard water area? Soda crystals will be your best friend
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Renovation
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How much does an extension cost? What you can expect to pay and how to keep costs down
We break down the costs for you
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Paint trends 2025 – the 9 shades, colour schemes and paint techniques you’ll be obsessed with this year
These are the expert-recommended paint colours, schemes and techniques to embrace in your home in the new year
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Planning permission for an extension – do you actually need it?
If you want to add more space to your home with an extension, you'll need to make sure you abide by the planning rules
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What is a party wall agreement and could you be breaking the law by not having one?
If you are extending or renovating this is something you should brush up on
DIY
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How to fix a noisy washing machine yourself — 7 expert ways to get it to work quieter again
If your washing machine is creating more noise than you would like, learn how to fix it with our expert tips
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How to upcycle your Christmas baubles – 5 ways to give your dated festive decorations a new look
Tired of your old Christmas baubles? Our creative, clever tips will transform them beyond recognition in a few easy steps
Gardens
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Best air-purifying indoor plants — 10 brilliant options to improve air quality in the home
Add these houseplants to your collection for a fresher home
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How to grow a Christmas tree from a cutting — 5 simple steps to a free Christmas tree
Simon Akeroyd's expert advice
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How to protect garden wildlife during snow - what to do to help birds and hedgehogs this winter
It's not just us who want to escape the cold this month
News & Views
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'Cupboard hats' are the next kitchen trend with tonnes of classic appeal - here's how to recreate the look
Don't let the tops of your cupboards become a dust zone, make them into a design feature instead
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This £10 product will keep your pet warm all winter - why thermal pet beds are the winter warmer your pet is missing out on
You'd be barking mad not to grab a thermal pet mat for your beloved pet
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Meghan Markle's Netflix kitchen includes over $20,000 worth of kitchenware - we've found worthy alternatives for less than £300
You don't have to spend a fortune, to live like a royal
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The 5 pieces of IKEA furniture to invest in second-hand – some of them have sold for £1000s at auction
The second-hand IKEA market is booming and these are the design classic that can command a serious premium
