Top Stories
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I'm an Editor with expensive taste and a small budget – this is the homeware I'm buying from the Anthropologie sale for a chic spring refresh
Pops of colour, subtle florals and plenty of pattern
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George Home's new bargain potting bench is one of the most stylish I've seen – it's perfect for small spaces and tight budgets
No garden is complete without a potting bench
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How many hours a day should your heating be on in spring? I asked heating pros for the ideal schedule that hits the sweet spot
It's the perfect balance of warmth and efficiency
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What I do to my lawn in March (and what I leave until later in spring) – and it's what garden experts advise you do too
The dos and don'ts for looking after your lawn
Gardens
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IKEA's pretty plant shelf has transformed my small concrete garden – it's doubled the amount of blooms I can grow in the tiny outdoor space
I've been looking for ways to increase my storage outside, and have found it!
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My patio was covered in grime after winter – this one cleaner worked wonders at getting my limestone slabs gleaming again
My patio is sorted for spring
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I predict B&Q's boho-chic garden furniture set will sell out before the end of March – at £500, this luxe-looking four-piece set is a steal
It comes in a two-seater version too
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What to feed your lawn in spring for lush green grass – you’ll find this ingredient in all the best fertilisers
Give your lawn a dose of this!
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These are the 4 things you should never do to your lawn in spring – experts say avoid doing these in March and you'll have thicker, healthier grass for summer
Steer clear of these spring lawncare mistakes...
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Experts are warning gardeners to watch out for this pest in March, before it destroys your roses
How to get ahead of this pesky pest
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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The secret 'rug rules' interior designers use to create the most elegant bedrooms – how to get sizing and placement right
According to the experts, these rug styling tricks will make our bedrooms look more 'balanced and luxurious'
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I'm in desperate need of clever storage for my tiny bathroom – these are the Amazon buys I'm shopping to double the available space
Small space, no problem
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I'm leaning into anti-trend kitchenware this spring – this Kelly Hoppen X M&S collection is the easiest way to get the look
Sometimes classic is best
House Manual
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I let Eufy’s newest robot vacuum loose in my busy family home – this is how it navigated scattered toys and messy mealtimes
It's not flawless, but it delivers seriously strong suction power and impressive mopping
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Are energy bills going up? I’m a home energy expert and this is what you need to know
This is when prices might rise and what you can do right now to minimise the impact
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5 things people with tidy clothes always have in their drawers and wardrobes – ditch the ‘floordrobe’ and restore order to your clothes storage
Maximise space and minimise clutter with these affordable buys
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I test vacuums for a living, and these are the 6 handheld models I’d recommend for quick cleans in the home (and the car!)
The best handheld vacuum cleaners for speedy cleans, awkward corners and a crumb-free car
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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Feather & Black discount codes - in March 2026
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Better Bathrooms discount codes - in March 2026
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Renovation
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Have the rules around log burners changed?
I’m a heating expert, and this is what you should know about potential legislative updates
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8 ways to design a kitchen extension that is fresh and modern
But that won't look dated a few years down the line
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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
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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What I look for when buying a coffee machine, as an expert reviewer who’s spent hundreds of hours testing different coffee makers
Need a coffee machine? I've reviewed dozens. Here's what I look for when I'm buying a coffee maker for myself
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The 8 best dual zone air fryers as tested by the Ideal Home team
All of the best dual zone air fryers that I've tried and tested – so that you can read up before you invest
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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 them
This shortened list offers something for everyone
