Top Stories
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Air conditioners are selling out fast – these air coolers are a clever budget alternative (and still in stock)
Save your money and beat the heat
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Is it worth fitting air conditioning in the UK? I've tried both fitted and portable air con
This is what I think (and experts agree)
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I finally swapped all the plastic storage containers in my kitchen for this smart alternative
It's one of the best decisions I've made
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How to water your garden during a hosepipe ban – 4 alternatives to keep plants hydrated (and avoid fines!)
From recycling water to using drip irrigation systems
Ideal Home Experts
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Room Decor
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Sofa ideas for small living rooms – 17 stylish ways that ensure everybody has a seat in a tiny lounge
These are the sofa styles that will fit right into your compact lounge without making it look cramped
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21 clever shared bedroom ideas that ensure your kids’ space is divided fairly and reflects both personalities
How to arrange and decorate your children’s shared room so that they feel comfortable in the space
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10 bedroom bay window ideas - clever ways to elevate this feature with lighting, furniture and window dressings
Take inspiration from this round up ideas to transform your bedroom bay window to give it character and make the most of the space
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10 small bathroom colour ideas to make a splash in a compact wash space
Bored with white and want to add some personality? Small bathroom colour ideas will give you some inspiration
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Small conservatory ideas – stylish ways to make the most of the sun-filled but compact extension of your home
This is how to make your small conservatory appear bigger but stylish at the same time
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The best colours to paint a kitchen according to paint pros – perfect shades whatever the size and aspect of your room
The colour trends to follow plus the classic shades that will never date...
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House Manual
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If you have a hot, stuffy home, then you need to try the 'wind tunnel' cooling hack - it doesn't cost a penny either
You don't want to miss out on this nifty hack
By Kezia Reynolds
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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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Renovation
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Is it worth fitting air conditioning in the UK?
This is what I think as someone who has tried both fitted and portable air con (and experts agree)
By Sarah Handley
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How often does a roof need replacing?
I found out the typical lifespan and the tricks you can try to extend it
By Rebecca Foster
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Exactly how much does a new roof cost?
Avoid any nasty surprises with this expert cost breakdown
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Is there a best time of the year to get your driveway done?
This drive expert reveals the ideal weather ‘sweet spot’ for the best results
By Sarah Handley
DIY
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Is using the washing machine the easiest way to clean paint rollers? Experts debunk this viral hack
Think twice before using this cleaning method
By Maddie Balcombe
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The £5 fix to stop your fence panels from rattling – DIY experts say it'll fix the problem for good
You'll never have to put up with this irritating problem ever again
By Kezia Reynolds
Gardens
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This outdoor kitchen worktop trend is an easy DIY that makes your garden look so expensive - here's how to get the look
It's the secret to a high-end alfresco space
By Holly Cockburn
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No outside tap? Here are the best (and easiest) ways to water your garden
These are our favourite workarounds
By Sophie King
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I’ve lived with a south-facing garden for the past five years, and this is why I’ll never buy a house with one again
It may be controversial, but I hate my sunny garden
By Lauren Bradbury
News & Views
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I tried the bedding hack Indian Maharajas use to sleep better in monsoon season – it's now my go-to for hot and muggy nights
If it's good enough for royalty...
By Amy Lockwood
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If you have a hot, stuffy home, then you need to try the 'wind tunnel' cooling hack - it doesn't cost a penny either
You don't want to miss out on this nifty hack
By Kezia Reynolds
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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
By Kezia Reynolds
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'I tried it and now swear by this heatwave hack' – why sleep experts want you to put your sheets in the fridge this weekend
This is the one heatwave hack that cools down a bed, fast
By Amy Lockwood