Top Stories
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Six months after my review, here's 3 things I've learned about the Ninja Luxe Café Premier Pro Series coffee machine
Plus, it's now under £500 for the first time
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Lidl is launching clever make-your-own-cleaning-kits that rival Joseph Joseph – they’re ideal if you lack storage space at home
Prices start at just £2.99
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I’m getting a head start on summer and planting these 7 bulbs in February for guaranteed colour later in the year
Now's the perfect window for summer-flowering bulbs
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There's a bedding colour that matches your birth month – these are the 12 shades that will hyper-personalise your bed
These rainbow hues match your birth date
Gardens
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How to grow raspberries and save a fortune on high-quality fruit
Key tips for abundant harvests
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How to multiply your monstera for free – the budget-friendly propagation trick for even more houseplants
Why buy more houseplants when your monstera is more than happy to make them for you? Here’s how to propagate it successfully, even if you’re a beginner.
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Every stylish garden has this one accessory – and this £30 star buy from the Habitat x Scion range is the best I’ve seen yet
Snap it up now to avoid disappointment
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Small garden ideas – 37 game-changing ways to plant and landscape a tiny outdoor space
Our favourite small-space upgrades
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As a Gardens Editor, this is the flowering filler plant I recommend to anyone looking for stunning late winter blooms
It thrives in challenging weather
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Wrens will flock to your garden if you use this type of bird box – fill your garden with beautiful birdsong this spring
This cheerful little bird has a particular preference
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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Ideal Home's Certified Experts have spent over 15,500 hours testing products so you can trust their in-depth knowledge and advice
No-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
Room Decor
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Is Amalficore making a comeback? I’m seeing the home decor trend everywhere this year
Goodbye rain, hello summer
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I went behind the scenes of 4 kitchen designers' very own kitchens - these are the insider tips from the best designers in the game
This is how the pros do it
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There's a bedding colour that matches your birth month – these are the 12 shades that will hyper-personalise your bed
From January to December, these are the rainbow hues that match your birth date
House Manual
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The simplicity of this £15 electric heater won’t be for everyone
But if you want something fuss-free for a small room, it’ll get the job done
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I underestimated how much selling my house would set me back – but experts say that doing this one thing can drastically cut moving costs
This is how I plan to save hundreds (while also keeping my stress levels down!)
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Finally! Dyson is releasing an *affordable* wet floor cleaner that won’t break the bank – and it’ll be more manoeuvrable than ever
Say hello to the Dyson PencilWash
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4 things people with a tidy home office always have – work from home essentials to boost productivity and banish clutter
A tidy workspace = a tidy mind
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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Pro Breeze discount codes - in February 2026
SPONSORED Choose from our Pro Breeze discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Pagazzi discount codes for February 2026
SPONSORED Choose from our Pagazzi discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Aspire Store discount codes for February 2026
SPONSORED Choose from our Aspire Store discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Garden Trading discount codes - in February 2026
SPONSORED Use these Garden Trading discount codes to save on garden furniture, outdoor lighting, and garden decor.
Renovation
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A pivot door could be a stylish addition to your home and elevate its kerb appeal
This is what you should know if you are considering one
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Will double glazing old windows strip them of their character and charm?
I asked the pros whether there was a way to do it sympathetically instead
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If you spot any of these warning signs during heavy rain, then water could be getting into your home, and you’ll need to act fast
Keep your eyes peeled for signs of water ingress
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What is solar control glass? This is what the experts say
Could it be key to preventing your home overheating in summer?
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 limewashed my walls for the first time, and now I'm hooked – here’s 5 things I learnt from the process
It wasn’t as easy as regular painting, but I’m absolutely smitten
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This is how to paint IKEA furniture like a pro – experts reveal all the tools, techniques and processes essential to making your DIY project a success
It's all you need to transform your flatpack furniture beyond recognition with little more than paint
More From Ideal Home
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Nespresso's mini NanoFoamer is this year's iced coffee companion must-have – plus it's pretty enough to live full-time on your coffee station
It's tailor-made for iced cappuccinos or lattes
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Uninspired by this year's colour trends? So was I, until I saw Le Creuset's new shimmering coastal colour – it'll transport you to your summer holiday
Bleu Riviera brings a much needed warmth to the winter blues
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This former post office is now the perfect Cotswolds cottage
The renovation blends old and new, with a calm neutral palette
