All content Archive | June 2026

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June 16th
- What to do with roses in June – the 5 easy tasks to never skip for bigger, better blooms all summer long
- Next just launched a new version of its bestselling sofa bed that has *hidden storage* – it's a game-changer for stashing guest bedding in a small home
- My dog and I put Joseph Joseph’s new cleaning tools to the test in our home – they picked up pet hair like a magnet (and I’m a little bit obsessed!)
- Why smart outdoor security is becoming a summer essential for homeowners
- How to use home decor trends – interior experts reveal how to be inspired by trends while staying true to your own style
- 3 places you should never put a bird bath in a garden, according to wildlife experts – where to put one instead
June 15th
- Next is selling the smartest wireless outdoor light that transforms a parasol into a floor lamp – keep the party going late into the evening
- It’s basically impossible to find a good vacuum cleaner under £100 – but I’ve just spotted this top-rated Henry at the lowest price it’s ever been
- Grandma gardens are trending right now – how to get the look for a wholesome, low-maintenance garden full of colour
- I’ve tried both a £180 and £50 fan — this is how they really compare and whether the more expensive one is really better
- The best ways to keep a hydrangea blue all summer long – expert tricks to preserve its vibrant colour
- The flexible furniture solution that's perfect for renters and small homes
- 'These are the good days' – how I'm learning to recognise this even if I'm living in an unfinished home
- I live in a tiny 22 sqm studio flat – these are the 9 things I did to make it feel bigger than it is
- 5 Mediterranean plants that thrive in pots, and will make you feel like you're on holiday in your own garden
- The flies buzzing around your fruit bowl are not fruit flies – pest experts reveal what they really are, and how to get rid of them
June 14th
- Gozney just gave its bestselling pizza ovens a colour-drench makeover (and we’re obsessed)
- Are portable air conditioners really worth it? I review them for a living and these are the pros and cons everyone should consider before buying
- 5 low-maintenance coastal plants to add to your front garden that will withstand fickle British weather and inject seaside magic into your garden
- This hotel-inspired houseplant instantly made my living room feel more expensive – and interiors and plant experts say it adds drama, height and luxury to any room
- 3 simple ways to add colour to your kitchen without repainting – quick, speedy tricks that don't require a paintbrush
- How to remove mould from kitchen and bathroom sealant without using any chemicals – and keep it away for good
- 5 places you should never put a bird feeder in a garden – and where wildlife experts say you should position it instead
- Dunelm has just dropped the most stylish garden storage box to hide outdoor cushions, throws and parasols – it will instantly curb garden clutter
June 13th
- This £25 wind spinner from Amazon turns every breeze into a mesmerising show for your garden – no wonder it has over 1000 five-star reviews!
- Monty Don recommends sowing this cottage garden staple now for a Chelsea-inspired display next summer
- Next’s new homeware is nailing the luxe-look lake house aesthetic – 6 purse-friendly picks that will bring style and serenity to your home
- Warm minimalism is the key to simplicity that isn't boring - this kitchen is the perfect example of how to nail the trend
- Experts are warning that overfeeding your plants can attract this pest to your garden – and it can wreak havoc on your plants
- From a patch of undeveloped land to a cleverly zoned family garden, this couple has given new life to their outdoor space
- I just tested Simba's new £199 'Cool Foam' mattress topper – it's ideal if you have a fidgety sleep partner
- Only laundry pros know how handy this clever clothes line from Argos is – it’s perfect for tiny gardens
June 12th
- I saw Next's homeware collection with this year's Interior Design Masters winner IRL – these are the 9 standout pieces to invest in asap
- Sorry, pink kitchens - this 'older sister' shade is the trendiest tone to try in 2026 for an inviting cooking space
- 5 low-maintenance plants that will flourish in the trickiest spots in your garden with almost no effort – they thrive on neglect and don't mind shady corners
- Flying ant day is coming to the UK – pest experts reveal what it is, and how to get ready for it
- 5 items a small living room really doesn’t need, according to professional organisers – declutter them now to maximise space and minimise mess
- This HexClad pan is the only one I own that actually works with my useless electric hob – and luckily, it's reduced right now on Amazon
- IKEA’s sleek new outdoor coffee table offers a simple solution for small space hosting – and it's less than £30
- Sorry, green, this is the colour all the most stylish homes are pairing with pink this summer and beyond
- 5 plants that thrive on a north-facing balcony garden – the best flowering and evergreen varieties for a lush outdoor space
- Philips is launching a ceiling light that looks just like a skylight – it will mimic natural light and boost your Vitamin D production
June 11th
- Edible kitchen colours are trending - 4 delicious colour palettes inspired by food that will be right at home in a kitchen
- Nigella Lawson's garden lighting set-up is pure magic – and her dreamy fairy light trick is surprisingly easy to copy
- Goodbye IKEA MALM! IKEA is discontinuing the iconic chests of drawers by the end of the year – these are the new ones taking their place
- This £65 Argos Home rattan outdoor bistro set has over 3,000 reviews singing its praises – it’s an ideal choice for tiny gardens, balconies and courtyards
- Experts reveal five ways to block the sound of noisy neighbours out of your bedroom for a better night's sleep
- Experts say the deadline for giving your plants the Chelsea chop is looming – 5 plants to tackle now for extra blooms and late summer colour
- How I created balanced, layered lighting in my open plan kitchen and dining space – my tips for creating the right mood for every occasion
- Ninja quietly dropped a new version of the AutoBarista coffee machine that's £100 cheaper – this is why it's much more affordable
- Aldi’s £13 scalloped parasol looks like it came straight from a Mediterranean resort – it’s perfect for giving your garden a chic, hotel look
June 10th
- Lidl is dropping a 3-in-1 smoker and grill for under £35 – I asked experts if it’s the best choice for beginner barbequers
- The secret ingredient to help your roses thrive this summer is going to waste in your kitchen – this is how to use this free trick for bigger, better blooms
- Ninja just launched a mini-version of its sellout Luxe Café coffee machine at its lowest price point ever – this is everything you need to know
- Meaco has dropped a new portable air conditioner that is twice as quiet as its predecessors - act fast, I predict a sell-out!
- I've hunted out 24 of the best kitchen picks from the Dunelm sale - from Joseph Joseph to The Edited Life, here's what I'm coveting
- My dream kitchen renovation that’s been years in the making is finally taking shape – it's been stressful but also incredibly rewarding
- Interior Design Masters winner Lia Gold debuts her joyful homeware collection with Next – and it’s not what I expected
- What to do with lavender in June – 4 ways to encourage masses of fragrant blooms that last all summer
- Ninja's viral glass air fryer just got competition – if you're on a budget, Salter and Dreame's more affordable alternatives are tailor-made for meal preppers
June 9th
- Aldi's luxury-look rattan planters nail the coastal garden trend – these are the plants I'd pair it with for a glorious summer display
- This budget-friendly Vonhaus fan will be ideal for those who prefer a more gentle breeze to a powerful gust
- Heavy rain can put your bird feeder at a higher risk of spreading disease – this is the fix wildlife experts recommend to keep food dry and birds safe
- This is how I hid my wheelie bins in my tiny front garden, and it's super easy to do – plus I've found these alternative solutions for every space
- These 5 small front garden upgrades can add serious value to your home, according to estate agents
- My garden is my therapist, keeping me grounded in an ever-changing life
- Mytheresa discount codes - Exclusive 12% OFF for June 2026
- I test vacuums in a tiny house with limited storage – these are the vacuum brands that have nailed the small-space-friendly design
- Quick! M&S has slashed the price of some of its most expensive-looking lamps – these are the ones I’m contemplating adding to my home
- Sorry peonies, this low-maintenance shrub is a better choice for longer-lasting blooms – it offers bold colour and high-impact flowers at little effort
June 8th
- I protected my new build garden from waterlogging with this smart soil improver tactic – two years on, it's been a lifesaver
- One just won’t be enough! The £2 IKEA storage solution shoppers are bulk-buying to tidy up every room of their home – it's so useful
- Every home should have a console table – I've tracked down 16 of the best slimline pieces that will elevate the look of any hallway, no matter the size
- 3 ways homeowners are ‘sleepwalking’ into a flooding crisis – the common landscaping features that are making your garden more flood-prone
- 3 things I wish I knew before buying a robot lawn mower – the biggest lessons I've learned after testing 5 machines this year
- Have conservatories had their day? Experts reveal the modern alternatives that are worth considering
- Designing my downstairs loo – my tips for transforming a tiny, practical space into a beautiful little sanctuary for both you and your guests
- Interior designers reveal the 4 things that make a small living room look and feel unwelcoming – avoid them at all costs!
- Olivia Bowen has nailed the summer’s Greek garden trend by transforming her pergola into a Mediterranean-inspired oasis – the exact shade of paint she used
June 7th
- This £399 Sage coffee machine is small-kitchen friendly and made for latte lovers – here's everything I loved (and didn't like) after trying it
- 3 signs a garden room will provide the ideal extra space you need, and the one factor that means it may not be suitable
- 3 things you need to know before installing a raised planter in your garden – the pros and cons experts say you need to think about
- 5 essentials people with weed-free gardens always have handy – the simple, time-saving secrets to keep them under control
- If your kitchen feels enclosed or claustrophobic, it's down to this colour scheme mistake – this is now to neutralise it, according to paint pros
- Forget expensive (and bulky) carpet cleaners! I tested a £70 spot cleaner that tackled everything from sofa stains to toddler spills
- Sorry pink bedrooms, interior designers say these 3 alternative 'grown-up' shades are the key to a stylish bedroom in 2026
- George Home has just dropped a stunning glass lamp, and it’s a dead ringer for the viral M&S All Over Glass Table Lamp, but half the price
June 6th
- Rain catchers are the whimsical garden feature that turns heavy downpours into a lovely water feature – I've tracked down 6 stylish options
- Monty Don has this beautiful rose growing at Longmeadow – he shares the simple June task he never skips to keep his roses flowering for longer
- 5 shrubs that thrive in heavy rain and boggy conditions – they’ll even fill your garden with year-round colour, too
- I've rounded up 12 of the best ice baths to buy on the high street - starting at £15, this is your sign to try the trend now
- How to shade a garden on a budget – 4 affordable ways to create a cool summer retreat
- I'm Ideal Home's Deputy Editor – here are the 20 best buys for under £20 that I'd buy right now
- This £25 pillow is one of the best I've tested if you're a side sleeper – I found it the perfect mix of comfort and support
- If heavy rain has turned your garden into a boggy mess, B&Q is selling a game-changing buy to save your garage and garden from a mini flood
June 5th
- Retro kitchens are never going out of style - here's how to create a colourful, nostalgic cooking space that is far from kitsch
- The best fast-growing trailing plants that will tumble over hanging baskets all summer long – they are perfect for the filler, thriller, spiller planting rule
- How to support nesting birds in summer – the materials you should be leaving out to help birds build stronger, safer nests
- Sorry, matt paint! This 'outdated' paint finish is making a comeback – I keep seeing it in the most stylish homes
- Aldi's £15 Hex Fry pan is a dead-ringer for this Gordon Ramsay-approved £169 Hexclad pan – this is how the two metal utensil safe pans compare
- You’d never guess this chic solar lamp is only £17 from IKEA – it’s the perfect way to add a soft glow to your outdoor space
- I had plenty of space – so why did my home still feel chaotic? How I found the perfect solution when our rooms were trying to do too much
- I’ve been committing this cardinal sin when it comes to my dishwasher, but curbing this habit now could help me offset the 13% price cap increase
- This compact grow table is the perfect way to start a vegetable patch in a small garden – my crops are thriving!
- ‘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 one
June 4th
- 5 plants to prune in June for bigger, better blooms next year
- I ditched my bedroom wardrobes in favour of this small-space-friendly alternative – this is why I don’t regret my decision six years later
- A big change could be coming to how you can shop for Howden's kitchens - here's everything you need to know
- Ricky Gervais has welcomed a family of foxes to his garden – this is what to do if you find foxes in yours, according to wildlife experts
- Making space work harder – the compact cooking trend helping UK homes make more of less
- Shark has given its stand-out vacuum a 'luxe' looking glow-up with four sophisticated colours to choose from – you won't want to hide it in a cleaning cupboard
- 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 child
- What to do with dahlias in June – 4 expert-approved ways to kickstart this year's flowers
- Inexpensive ways I update my home when I'm on a retail detox – when sometimes all a space really needs is a reshuffle rather than a shopping trip
- 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 lovers
- I’ve found a stash of the most stylish water butts to harvest rainwater and make your garden look good while doing it – my top picks from rattan to galvanised steel
June 3rd
- The 3 Fs of interior design is the one rule the pros want you to know about when you’re decorating and arranging any room in your home
- Stacey Solomon says this is 'THE best steamer ever' and she can't believe it's 40% off on Amazon right now – run, don't walk while it's still in stock
- Sorry, ugly shoe storage! I found 20 stylish pieces of furniture that will keep your shoes organised and that you’ll happily have on show in your hallway
- Rain chains are the beautiful garden feature that will turn heavy downpours into a free source of water for plants – the 6 prettiest ones to hang up now
- Aldi's tabletop gas grill is a gamechanger for small gardens – at only £40, it's the perfect way to dine alfresco on a budget this summer
- Someone else’s rubbish, my treasure – 5 tricks I use to make thrifted finds work in my home
- IKEA's £5 stainless steel food containers are the most organised food preppers' best kept secret – I made the switch from plastic, and I haven't looked back
- What to do with peonies in June – 4 tasks that will preserve this year's flowers and start preparing next year's
- Energy experts are encouraging homeowners to switch to fixed tariffs following the July 2026 Price Cap announcement – it can save you money and peace of mind
June 2nd
- This vibrant kitchen pairs two trending colours in an unusual way to create a high contrast kitchen that is sure to raise a smile
- IKEA’s £12 rack with hooks was made with tiny hallways in mind – it’s one clever design feature means it takes up virtually no space
- Lidl launches an affordable solar battery to help with rising energy costs, but there’s a catch if you live in the UK
- 8 drought-tolerant plants for front garden pots that barely need watering – experts say these low-maintenance picks will stay lush without the upkeep
- IKEA's new £250 chair bed absolutely nails small space hosting – it's a future cult classic in the making
- We made a B&Q kitchen look bespoke and saved thousands – how just a handful of small decisions completely changed the finish
- 5 items your small kitchen really doesn’t need, according to professional organisers – and why you should declutter them right now
- I asked 3 interior experts what storage makes a home look expensive in 2026 – 5 luxury-looking styles they recommend for a neat and elevated home
- Beldray's £13 clever new mop cleaned my floors in record time – its game-changing feature means you can say goodbye to handling dirty cloths
June 1st
- 6 features you'll find in every stylish modern country kitchen diner – the ingredients you need to curate a relaxed space for your family
- Dunelm has just dropped a game-changing product to hide shoe storage in a tiny hallway – it’ll instantly curb clutter (and look good doing it!)
- Habitat has slashed the price of its most stylish garden egg chair to under £200 – I'd snap it up before the price jumps back up
- How we test robot vacuum cleaners at Ideal Home – the key features we look for in a 5-star model
- My friends thought I had AC in my home during the heatwave, but it was actually these 6 features that kept it cool
- The heatwave frazzled my seedlings – this is what I'm doing this week to help revive and recover them in time for summer
- For me, colour isn’t decoration, it’s atmosphere – why I’ll always choose colour over neutrals at home
- This pretty parasol base sold out quickly after launching at John Lewis – but I scoured the internet, and found it in stock here
- 7 clever solutions to stop birds pooing on your garden furniture – gently deter them with these simple, expert-approved tricks
- I can't believe this stylish garden bistro set is from Morrisons – at £50 it's the easiest, most affordable way to upgrade your outdoor space for summer