Top Stories
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Rain chains are the beautiful garden feature that will turn heavy downpours into a free source of water for your plantsThe 6 prettiest ones to hang now
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5 items your small kitchen really doesn’t need, according to professional organisers – why you should declutter themOrganise your small space better
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Dunelm just dropped a game-changing product to hide shoe storage in a tiny hallway – it’ll instantly curb clutterAnd it also looks good doing it!
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I’ve found a stash of the most stylish water butts to harvest rainwater and make your garden look good while doing itMake the most of the rain
Gardens
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14 garden shade ideas that guarantee sun protection all summer longFor every garden size, shape and budget
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7 fast-growing trailing plants that will tumble over hanging baskets all summer longCreate a cascade of summer colour with these easy-grow trailing varieties
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How to support nesting birds in summer – the materials you should be leaving out to help birds build stronger, safer nestsNow is a really important time to help UK birds
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You’d never guess this chic solar lamp is only £17 from IKEAIt’s the perfect way to add a soft glow to your outdoor space
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This compact grow table is the perfect way to start a vegetable patch in a small gardenMy crops are thriving!
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Jobs to do in the garden in June – 7 ways to ensure your garden thrives on hot summer daysWatering tips, planting advice and more
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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Sorry, matt paint! This 'outdated' paint finish is making a comeback – I keep seeing it in the most stylish homesEggshell and glossier paint finishes are no longer reserved only for skirting boards
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A big change could be coming to how you can shop for Howden's kitchens - here's everything you need to knowHowdens' acquisition of online kitchen retailer could mean big things for the trade-only brand
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The 3 Fs of interior design is the rule interior pros swear by when designing a roomYou don’t have to be an interior designer to take advantage of this pro-backed concept
House Manual
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I’ve been committing this cardinal sin when it comes to my dishwasherCurbing this habit now could help me offset the 13% price cap increase
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‘In Essex, we don’t have bins,’ Lauren Goodger has divided the internet after refusing to have a kitchen bin in her home – I asked the experts if you *really* need oneDo you have a kitchen bin? We'd love to know
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I ditched my bedroom wardrobes in favour of this small-space-friendly alternative – I don’t regret my decision six years laterI'm proof that you CAN store clothes without wardrobes
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Shark has given its stand-out vacuum a 'luxe' looking glow-up – with four sophisticated colourways to choose fromI predict it'll be a sellout!
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Renovation
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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
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5 things the heatwave taught me about how my home handles heatThis is what I'm doing to improve it before the next hot spell hits
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5 things that people with consistently cool homes in summer always haveHeatwave essentials that will keep your home comfortable when it gets hot
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'
More From Ideal Home
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Aldi's £15 Hex Fry pan is a dead-ringer for this Gordon Ramsay-approved £169 Hexclad panIt's made a return since its popular launch last year
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How to get the Scandi look in a kids' bedroom – I've tracked down the timeless high street buys for a bedroom that grows with your childAnd you can nail the look from just £3.99
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I just spotted Ninja’s sell-out Luxe Cafe coffee machine has dropped below £450 for the first time - here's why it'll be a hit with frothy coffee loversGo, go, go!
