Top Stories
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Taylor Swift's cluttercore kitchen with its 'lived-in warmth' is set to redefine design trends in 2024
We'll be dancing around this kitchen in the refrigerator light
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How to fake natural light in a dark room - 5 design tricks to brighten up a gloomy space
Make every space bright and uplifting with our experts’ advice
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How much does it cost to run central heating for one hour? We do the sums for you
And it’s going to become even more expensive come January
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What Christmas tree experts use to make an artificial tree look expensive – and more realistic
This is how to elevate your artificial tree
Room Decor
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35 easy DIY Christmas decor ideas for a more creative, affordable and personal festive season
Deck the halls with these cheap and cheerful homemade projects – and create special memories in the process
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Alternative Christmas tree ideas - 10 ideas that create a unique festive focal point
From decorative branches to rustic ladders, these quirky alternative Christmas tree ideas will add a twist to a festive scheme
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Green bedroom ideas – from soft sage to luxe emerald for a dreamy bedroom scheme
Olive, sage or emerald? Which soothing green bedroom idea will you be drifting off to sleep with?
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These white Christmas tree ideas will have you rethinking a traditional green tree this year
Give your Christmas a frosty makeover with these elegant white Christmas tree ideas
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Cosy snug room ideas to create an indulgent and relaxing spot in your home to escape to
These snug room ideas will help you indulge your cosy aspirations and create an escape from the chilly seasonal weather
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10 style-savvy ways to decorate a small living room for Christmas, according to design experts
Size isn’t everything; discover smart ways to get Christmas-cosy in your living room without compromising on comfort or joy
What To Buy
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Explore Ideal Home's expert buying guides & reviews
Whether you need a mattress, lawn mower, candle or even a pizza oven, our buying guides will help you find the right items for your home.
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Best mattress 2023 – tried and tested hybrid, memory foam, and pocket spring mattresses
We've reviewed the best mattresses from the biggest brand names, including Emma, Simba, Tempur, Hypnos, Silentnight, and many more. Here's our verdict on which to shop for the best night's sleep
Ideal Homes
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'It's simply magical and epitomises Christmas in our home'
With its mix of nostalgic decorations, this renovated Victorian home in Bath offers the perfect warm welcome for festive get-togethers
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This living room is the ultimate inspiration for decorating a small space for Christmas
A super-colourful living room provides the perfect festive backdrop for this Christmas-loving homeowner
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A quiet luxury makeover turned this country home into the ultimate retreat
Replacing colourful carpets and a bright green kitchen with a neutral colour palette transformed this five-bedroom home
House Manual
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What size dehumidifier do I need to dry clothes? Experts reveal the perfect size to dry your clothes in record time
Size matters when it comes to drying your clothes
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Not sure whether you can recycle gift bags or other Christmas gift wrap? Experts share their top tips
Can you recycle gift bags and other Christmas gift wrap? Here’s all you need to know
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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La Redoute discount codes for December 2023
These La Redoute discount codes can bag you great savings on furniture, home accessories, lighting and more.
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Feather & Black discount codes for December 2023
Save on mattresses, beds, wardrobes and furniture using these active Feather & Black discount codes.
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Shark discount codes for December 2023
Invest in a new vacuum cleaner without the high price tag using our active Shark discount codes.
Renovation
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Christmas tree light hacks to avoid arguments this festive season
Easy tips to avoid tangles and make your lights look as dazzling as possible
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How to make a Christmas wreath – create your own beautiful wreath from scratch on a budget
Our beginner-friendly guide to making your own festive wreath to adorn your front door
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Christmas window decors to get your home (and neighbours) in the festive spirit
Don't forget about Christmas window decor ideas - it could be just what your home needs for the perfect festive finishing touch
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14 Christmas door decor ideas to greet guests with festive cheer
Give the outside of your home a taste of the Christmas magic with our round-up of seasonal decoration ideas
DIY
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DIY Christmas tree ideas that look as good as the real thing - it's time to think outside the festive box
Whether it’s due to time, budget, space – or because you want a second tree moment – there are plenty of DIY Christmas tree ideas that you can try
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How to hang a garland without nails for easy, rent-friendly Christmas decor
Put the toolbox away
Gardens
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Nigella Lawson's cosy winter garden nails this genius Scandi trend – and experts say it's easy to recreate at home
Anyone else obsessed with Nigella Lawson's cosy winter garden scene?
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What to sow in December – the plants to start growing now in your garden and greenhouse
What to sow in your garden in December to get a head start on the growing season
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What's in season? The best fruit and vegetables to grow in December
Five-a-day fans, here's our pick of what to grow and sow in December for a bumper winter crop
News & Views
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Pantone announced its colour of the year for 2024 – it’s the nurturing, mood-boosting shade no one saw coming
This is the soothing shade that’s set to be everywhere next year – meet Peach Fuzz, Pantone’s colour of the year 2024
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Cleaning expert Lynsey Crombie swears by this kitchen storage buy – experts say it 'transforms and optimises' cupboards
This clever buy is her secret weapon for keeping an organised kitchen
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Nigella Lawson's cosy winter garden nails this genius Scandi trend – and experts say it's easy to recreate at home
Anyone else obsessed with Nigella Lawson's cosy winter garden scene?
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Mrs Hinch's Christmas tree is even better than we anticipated – experts love the 'unexpected' tree topper
It blends glamour and opulence in all the right ways
