Top Stories
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Interior Design Masters winner Lia Gold debuts her joyful homeware collection with Next – and it’s not what I expectedHer signature florals are nowhere to be seen
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Aldi's luxe-look rattan planters nail the coastal garden trend – pair them with these plants for a glorious displayWe love this affordable garden upgrade
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Sorry peonies, this low-maintenance shrub is better for longer-lasting blooms – get bold colour and high-impact flowersFill your garden with colour for little effort
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Lidl is dropping a 3-in-1 smoker and grill for under £35 – I asked experts if it’s the best choice for beginner barbequersFor delicious food that will wow your guests
Gardens
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Nigella Lawson's garden lighting setup is pure magic – this is how to recreate itHer dreamy fairy light trick is surprisingly easy to copy
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This £65 Argos Home rattan outdoor bistro set has over 3,000 reviews singing its praises – it’s an ideal choice for tiny gardens, balconies and courtyardsAffordable and well-rated? Sign us up now!
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Experts say the deadline for giving your plants the Chelsea chop is looming – 5 plants to tackle nowExtra blooms? Yes, please!
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Aldi’s £13 scalloped parasol looks like it came straight from a Mediterranean resortShade your garden in style
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Lidl is dropping a 3-in-1 smoker and grill for under £35 – I asked experts if it’s the best choice for beginner barbequers
If you want to up your BBQ skills, a smoker is a great option for juicy, delicious food that will wow your guests
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The secret ingredient to help your roses thrive this summer is going to waste in your kitchenThis is how to use this free trick for bigger, better blooms
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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IKEA is discontinuing two of its most iconic pieces of furnitureHere's everything you need to know about the shock announcement and the new ranges replacing them
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5 expert tricks to block the sound of noisy neighbours out of your bedroomKeep outside noise from disturbing your sleep
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I've hunted out 24 of the best kitchen picks from the Dunelm sale - from Joseph Joseph to The Edited Life, here's what I'm covetingPretty and practical picks to invest in
House Manual
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I’m a vacuum expert, and these are the 3 best Dyson vacuum cleaners that are *actually* worth the price tagIf you're looking for a Dyson vacuum cleaner, these are my top picks
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Meaco has dropped a new portable air conditioner range that is twice as quiet as its predecessorsI predict a sell-out!
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I reviewed the Vonhaus 16'' pedestal fan — is it worth your money?This budget-friendly Vonhaus fan will be ideal for those who prefer a more gentle breeze to a powerful gust
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The cleaning tips every pet-lover should know to keep their home spotless and hair-free – they’re *so* quick and easyNever let your four-legged friend ruin your carpet or sofa again
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Renovation
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Modern alternatives to dated conservatoriesHave conservatories had their day?
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3 signs a garden room will provide the ideal extra space you needPlus the one factor that means it may not be suitable
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Front door colour ideas – 11 colourful ways to make your home’s entrance stand out for all the right reasonsThese are the best shades to paint your entrance that will impress your guests and passersby alike
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6 brilliant features my house has that kept it cool in the heatwaveMy friends thought I had AC in my home during the heatwave, but it was actually these design elements that kept it cool
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'
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Forget the rest, these are the 3 best air fryers to buy in the UK – I've narrowed it down after testing dozens of themThis shortened list offers something for everyone
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Which Sage coffee machine should you buy? Our tried and tested favesHere's how to pick the right beautiful and functional machine for you
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Ninja quietly dropped a new version of the AutoBarista coffee machine that's £100 cheaper – this is why it's much more affordableMeet the AutoBarista (no Pro)
