Top Stories
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IKEA’s LED Christmas tree is made entirely of fairy lights – and it’s the perfect pick for small spacesIt's an excellent festive choice
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This clever Argos coat rack is now 20% off – and its bonus storage space makes it ideal for smaller hallwaysTidy away soggy coats and wet bags
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David Beckham’s huge traditional greenhouse has me green with envy – how to get a similar look on a budgetI'm inspired to start growing my own
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3 ways to make your bathroom feel cosier this autumn – take it from stark to warm and invitingSimple ideas and minimal DIY
Gardens
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How to plant shrubs – 5 simple steps to help them thrive for years to comeIs your technique correct?
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David Beckham’s huge traditional greenhouse has me green with envy – how to get a similar look on a budget
David's greenhouse is inspiring me to start growing my own
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5 ways to reuse plant clippings in your garden this autumnImprove your soil quality, help wildlife and protect your plants for cooler weather
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3 of the best autumn-flowering trees to plant in October for gorgeous displaysCool weather favourites
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Don't skip this October lawn care job – it could be the difference between healthy grass and a soggy lawnSave your grass this winter
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You don't need a big garden to grow your own fruit – these 7 trees are perfect for smaller spacesAnd you can plant them now
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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Next just supersized the paper Christmas tree trend with its 5ft light-up tree – I predict a sell-outThe tree is perfect for minimalists looking to make a statement this festive season
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I’ve spotted 10 Christmas decor trends that will be everywhere this year – here’s how to get the lookThe festive looks you're soon to be obsessed with – and the best buys to invest in to bring the trends into your home
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IKEA’s £22 candle chandelier is the ultimate cheat code to a cosy Christmas – it’s the perfect balance of festive and luxuryAdd some festive glamour to your home
House Manual
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6 clever Christmas storage solutions to protect and organise your decorations – the affordable buys I’m snapping upThey're must-haves for your trees, baubles and wreaths
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I struggle to heat my open-plan kitchen, but this oil-filled radiator is a game changerPowerful heat output at an affordable price point
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I’m fed up with coming home to an icy hallway – 5 things I’m doing to warm it upHow I'm planning to turn my chilly entrance hall into a cosy hub that I can wait to return home to
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Next has dropped the prettiest laundry hamper I've ever seenAnd it doubles up as a chic way to hide clutter in any room
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Renovation
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Can't decide whether a resin or gravel driveway will suit your home and needs best?Both have their pros and cons, but these are the 5 factors you should compare them on
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5 clever ways to bring natural light into a garage conversion without ruining privacyThere's no need to be left feeling on show with these clever methods of introducing light into a garage conversion
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I’d love a roof lantern in my new extension, but is it a mistake for temperature regulation?This is what the experts told me I should do
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Worried your garage conversion will look like a bolt-on? 4 ways to make it feel seamlessWant to achieve a bigger kitchen by converting your garage? Follow these tips for project success
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 painted our lime-plastered walls myself — 5 simple things to ensure a good resultFrom prepping correctly to using the right tools, patience is also key if you plan on painting lime plaster like I did
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I used a paint stripper to restore my dated and mouldy windows — 5 lessons I learnedYou need to do these simple things to ensure a good result
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This petite Japandi kitchen is a masterclass in how to balance style and function in a tiny spaceOrganic materials and tactile textures blend to create this dreamy kitchen
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Pyrex just launched air fryer-specific dishes with a genius add-on feature – and after trying them, I can’t believe no one thought of it soonerThese products just made my life a lot easier
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I traded my usual coffee ritual for this speedy automatic machine – and the De'Longhi Rivelia Start has made me fall back in love with my coffee breakWe loved the Rivelia. See if their simpler alternative won over this purist needing faster brewing
