Top Stories
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Dunelm’s rotating shoe storage is 30% off – and its clever design promises to double your hallway storageIdeal own plenty of shoes but lack space
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5 shrubs to prune in October so you can enjoy healthier growth and better blooms in your garden next yearDon't put your secateurs away yet
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Miranda Hart has beautifully zoned her open-plan living room – it’s a brilliant example if you’re stuck for ideasShe's mastered zoning an open-plan space
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3 status symbol bathroom buys that are guaranteed to make your wash space look instantly more expensiveWhat I'm shopping for a quick refresh
Gardens
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Is your neighbour’s fire pit too close to your fence? Experts explain when you can complainIf smoke is drifting into your garden or you’re worried about the risk of fire, there are steps you can take
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8 jobs to do in the garden in October – tackle these now to give your garden a head start next springPlanting tips, decking advice and more
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Monty Don's tree ferns are a clever way to transform a tricky shady gardenAnd create a natural privacy screen!
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5 shrubs to prune in October for healthier growth and better blooms next year
Don't put your secateurs away yet
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What to do with dahlias in October – 3 crucial tasks to keep them thriving this autumnSometimes, less is more!
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What to do with roses in October – 5 ways to set them up now for their best blooms next yearTry these crucial care tips
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’s £7 ghost lamp is going viral – and it looks ridiculously cute even before you take it out of the boxIt’s small, cordless and can glow purple or white
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Yankee Candle has launched 2 The Traitors candles – will you choose Faithful or Traitor?Both scents are warm, cosy and very fitting for the darker months
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I’ve got my eye on Cotswold Company’s new National Trust furniture collection – and pieces start from under £200An exclusive 15-piece collection, crafted from 100% solid oak
House Manual
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Lidl’s £16 heated cushion could help you stay cosy without turning on the heatingHead to the middle aisle for a cosy sofa this autumn
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This £10 Argos shoe rack is perfect for keeping muddy boots and wet jackets tidy this autumnIts slim design means it’ll suit narrow hallways, too
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Does underfloor heating need to be on all the time? Experts explainYou might be using your underfloor heating all wrong
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Should you bleed upstairs or downstairs radiators first? I asked the pros for the definitive answerThis is exactly where you should start
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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Renovation
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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
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I’m already prepping my bedroom for next summer – and this is why I think you should too2027 is set to be even hotter than this year
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
More From Ideal Home
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We've tested the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchenWe've reviewed the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
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Sorry Nespresso, Aldi has just dropped a compact pod machine for under £35It's one of the most affordable coffee machines I've spotted
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Kenwood's kMix has long been Ideal Home's most favoured stand mixer – I tested it with one of Nigella's best recipes to see if it still holds up all these years laterIt might just offer the next step in elevating your bakes
