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March 20th
- The gnome ban has been lifted at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show – and it's all down to a curious story about The King's garden
- Traditional kitchen storage ideas are having a renaissance in 2026 – these 3 styles are timeless for a reason
- What to do with a peace lily in March – these simple care tips will guarantee glossy leaves and encourage flowering this spring
- Swivel chairs are coming for your garden this year as Next releases one of the most stylish rattan outdoor swivels I’ve seen
- It's been three years since I reviewed Sage's bestselling Express Impress coffee machine – here's how it's fared after making 1000s of coffees
- Slow decorating is the anti-trend approach to styling your space that experts swear by – it ‘creates a home that feels layered, timeless and full of character’
- The 3 interior decor mistakes we made when we moved into our first home – learn from my errors so you don't fall into the same trap
- I upgraded my basic fan to this quiet Meaco pedestal air circulator, and I’m kicking myself for not doing it sooner
- What to do with perennials in March – these 6 tasks will encourage resilient plants that grow and flower better than ever
- M&S just quietly launched a spring drop of its luxe-for-less linen bedding – I think this 5-star favourite will sell out fast
March 19th
- One careless cut to your plants this spring could mean fewer flowers and lacklustre growth – garden experts share how to avoid making this easy mistake
- My nan convinced me to swap my high-tech vacuum for this old-school alternative – it’s £100s cheaper and so easy to use
- Tonal matching a bathroom vanity and walls is the secret to a stylish wash space – it makes a bathroom look so expensive
- These 12 bedroom paint colours will hyper-personalise your sleep space – and they're all linked to your individual birth month
- The one thing you shouldn't do with jasmine right now if you want it to flower well in the summer – experts are warning that this mistake could cost this year's blooms
- I don't mind if you don't love my style – why designing your home for likes might be the very thing holding it back
- 5 things people with tidy coffee corners always have in their kitchen – combining practical storage and café-inspired elements
- I've done the research – these are the white paint shades Ideal Home's most style-savvy editors use in their own homes
- This over-sink chopping board is my small kitchen secret – it's a game-changer for increasing worktop space
March 18th
- I keep spotting nesting coffee tables in the chicest living rooms this year – these are the 16 stylish versions that have caught my eye
- This is the time to plant blueberries for the best harvests this summer – don't wait or you'll miss out on punnets of juicy fruit
- Reduce your household emissions: how a heat pump could help
- Is your at-home coffee coming out bitter? It could be down to these coffee machine mistakes – I've seen them all in my time testing coffee makers for a living
- What are heat pumps and are they worth installing?
- How to plan the perfect conservatory you'll use all year round – experts reveal their tips for turning this tricky room into a year-round sanctuary
- Medicine cabinets are getting an upgrade in 2026 – this is the stylish storage solution to choose for your next bathroom makeover
- This cosy barn conversion proves that small rooms never need to compromise on style
- 3 things our builder has done that have made living through our extension project more bearable – the renovation essentials I never knew I needed
- I predicted this Tom Kerridge all-in-one pan would be a bestseller when we tried it – Four months on, its practically perfect user rating proves I was right
- Granular vs liquid lawn fertiliser – this is the type that will green your grass the fastest, according to lawn experts
- M&S just turned its iconic cocktail tinnies into scented candles, including everyone’s favourite G&T – and it’s only £10!
March 17th
- Lakeland's 3-in-1 coffee machine was already affordable, but right now it's less than £75 and will fit in even the tiniest kitchens
- What's the best way to a bigger kitchen – an extension or a remodel? It might seem obvious but I asked the experts, and their opinions might surprise you
- How I'm planning to transform my garden into a Mediterranean oasis this summer with fragrant flowers, terracotta tones and simple, budget-friendly outdoor decor swaps
- 5 clever ways I’m reusing egg cartons in my garden this spring – they're saving me both time and money when planting up this March
- I don’t have a TV, but I'm seeing this viral TV stand everywhere, and it's making me want one – and I found a budget alternative on Amazon
- I'm banishing bedside clutter with this £4 Dunelm buy – I've been waiting months for it to come back into stock
- Why we happily choose to sleep next to the kitchen sink – how we've reconfigured our home to suit living with our adult children
- I used the 3-30 cleaning method to ‘fake’ a spring clean of my home – it was so effective that I completed my to-do list days ahead of schedule
- 5 ways to stop squirrels from digging up your potted plants – smart and humane ways to stop them destroying your bulb displays
March 16th
- 5 things people with a tidy under-the-stairs cupboard always have – banish clutter and maximise storage in this small-but-mighty space
- I did a double-take when I saw this Soho Home armchair look-alike at Dunelm – it's £862 cheaper, but you'd never know
- My garden furniture urgently needs a refresh, and I've spotted the most comfortable-looking sofa set at George Home at a star price
- How do I know if a heat pump is right for my home? 7 questions to ask yourself or a professional
- I used this savvy trick to create my dream rose garden for £20 – now is the time to act to add these romantic blooms to your outdoor space on a budget
- The 8 'pick and mix' interior rules I (actually) live by – remember the best homes are the ones that break a few rules along the way
- Interiors experts reveal the 4 living room colours going out of style in 2026 – and the new go-to shades replacing them
- How to spot a rose sucker – and remove it before it sucks the life out of your plant
- Aldi's stand mixer has been given a spring glow-up – and its price is the lowest we've ever seen, at £29.99
March 15th
- What I look for when buying a coffee machine, as an expert reviewer who’s spent hundreds of hours testing different coffee makers
- Have the rules around log burners changed? I’m a heating expert, and this is what you should know about potential legislative updates
- 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
- My patio was covered in grime after winter – this one cleaner worked wonders at getting my limestone slabs gleaming again
- This traditional kitchen storage unit is making a comeback in 2026 – it's a timeless way to store glassware and crockery
- I let Eufy’s newest robot vacuum loose in my busy family home – this is how it navigated scattered toys and messy mealtimes
- The secret 'rug rules' interior designers use to create the most elegant bedrooms – how to get sizing and placement right
- 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
March 14th
- I'm leaning into anti-trend kitchenware this spring – this Kelly Hoppen X M&S collection is the easiest way to get the look
- The 'peek-a-boo' paint theory is the new trick experts are using to make a room look interesting – ‘It can completely change the feeling of a room’
- 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
- Kitchen 'bantries' are the it-feature I'm coveting in 2026 – it combines practical storage with a party-ready atmosphere
- What to feed your lawn in spring for lush green grass – you’ll find this ingredient in all the best fertilisers at this time of the year
- Sorry Simba Hybrid, I just tested the brand's Luxe mattress for a month, and I'm in love with its softer sleep surface
- Very's new home collection is giving bougie on a budget – these are the 9 luxe-looking buys I'm adding to my basket ASAP
March 13th
- Sorry, cupboards – these are the 3 storage heroes you actually need on a kitchen island that will make daily life easier
- 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
- Experts are warning gardeners to watch out for this pest in March, before it destroys your roses
- The iconic green Paris park chairs are going viral on Instagram – and Habitat is selling a lookalike set for under £100
- I've trawled 100s of café-inspired Pinterest ideas – this is the one bean-to-cup machine that every stylish person is curating their coffee corner around
- My worst interiors mistakes – from £30 fake art to Banana Dream Yellow
- The 3:3 rule is the expert-approved secret to organised shelves – here’s all you need to know, and how to make it work in your home
- Are energy bills going up? I’m a home energy expert and this is what you need to know about when prices might rise, and what you can do right now to minimise the impact
- This is the one rambling rose to plant now for beautiful fragrance and privacy all summer long – garden designers say it’ll cover a fence or trellis in no time
- IKEA has upgraded its ever-popular picture shelf, and it's the perfect balance of practical and fun for just £5
March 12th
- If you have a woody hydrangea, it can be fixed say experts – this is how to revive yours and get an abundance of blooms again this summer
- 5 things people with tidy clothes always have in their drawers and wardrobes – ditch the ‘floordrobe’ and restore order to your clothes storage
- I've tested 100s of kitchen appliances — these 3 products I've loved the most are on sale right now for Amazon Spring Deal Days
- This £7 space-saving Amazon drying mat will make messy kitchen worktops a thing of the past – I've never added something to my basket so fast
- 5 things people with tidy ottoman beds always do – prevent messy chaos and make finding items easy and stress-free
- Sofa Club discount codes - Exclusive 10% OFF for March 2026
- How to lay turf in spring – 6 foolproof steps to a strong new lawn that's ready to use by summer
- Simple household habits I learned from my mother to use in my own home – time-tested housekeeping tricks that actually work
- I've been waiting for Our Place's gorgeous pleated trivets to drop in the UK – and IKEA just launched a lookalike £4 version at the exact same time
- People can’t get enough of this bestselling Farrow & Ball white shade – ‘is it too much to say it is the perfect white?’
- Aldi is dropping a £50 electric lawnmower this weekend – but is it really worth it? I review garden tools, here's what I think
March 11th
- I was shocked how quickly this John Lewis patchwork quilt sold out – the viral hit is back in stock, but I don't think it will be for long
- I just found the best-designed coffee machine we've ever tested at Ideal Home on sale in a gorgeous green colourway
- I'm using Monty Don's simple hydrangea trick for bigger and better blooms this summer – these are the varieties to try it on this March
- 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
- I've just found a secret stash of Our Place's cult Always Pan on sale for a bargain price – this is everything you need to know to bag one
- More is more, but make it calm – how I’m layering patterns in our dining nook and bedroom without tipping the house into visual overload
- I can't believe this super-slim, small-kitchen-friendly bean-to-cup coffee machine is under £450 – it's fully automatic for one-touch lattes, too
- This might be the most whimsical cottage garden plant I've ever seen – it thrives in shade and damp soils
- 5 perennial plants to divide in March to fill your garden borders for free ready for summer
March 10th
- I'm an H&M-obsessed editor who scours the website and app daily – these are my top homeware picks from the H&M spring sale you don't want to miss
- I’m a home energy expert and this is my foolproof way to choose the right kind of fan for your home, and why it shouldn’t just be a summer purchase
- Decision fatigue is the real renovation villain – it's not about making the 'wrong' choice, it's losing confidence in the ones we’ve already made
- 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
- What I do to my lawn in March (and what I leave until later in spring) – and it's what garden experts advise too
- I've finally found a storage bed that works in my small bedroom – no wonder this Habitat design has so many 5-star reviews
- I’ve streamlined my spring cleaning routine with these game-changing essentials – must-have tools and products that have cut my cleaning time in half
- I just found out this brand is the M&S of France – these are the 6 homeware bestsellers I’m shopping for the French look at home
- 5 ways to make your garden sound better for a serene and relaxing environment, according to garden experts
March 9th
- Home Truths: Fred Sirieix reveals the chore he loves doing to soundtrack his Sunday mornings and his homeware addiction
- As a robot vacuum cleaner convert, this is my one piece of advice for anyone buying their first robot vacuum this spring
- Pied wagtails will flock to your garden if you add these simple wildlife-friendly features – experts say these cheery little birds don't use hanging feeders so here's what to do instead
- Next is selling egg trees for Easter, and we can’t decide if they're playful and fun or a gimmicky trend – help us settle the debate
- 6 key ingredients for the ultimate quiet luxe living room – upgrade your sitting room with this easy room recipe
- 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 between warmth and efficiency
- I’m obsessed with sample sales – how I track down wish-list homeware at a fraction of the price, plus my insider tricks and tips
- This is the shade replacing brilliant white in your home in 2026 – it looks less stark and feels warmer and cosier
- If you've got bulbs in your lawn, you'll need to be extra careful when it comes to the first mow of the year – here's when to do it, according to experts
- I’m seeing teal everywhere right now – but these are 3 colours you should never pair with it if you want your home to look timeless, not dated
March 8th
- After using the 'Made In' 5 Piece Stainless Set I don’t think I can go back to my old pans
- I really want to install solar panels on my roof but was gutted when my architect and structural engineer told me to hold off for a few years — this is why
- If you want to attract sparrows to your garden, you need this bird box – wildlife experts say this fussy visitor has very specific needs
- Don't plant your begonia tubers until you read this – avoid these common mistakes if you want lots of big blooms this summer
- Move over, burgundy kitchens - cola is the rich, earthy hue that is going to be in the most stylish kitchens this year
- I swapped my expensive Shark vacuum mop for this budget-friendly alternative – it’s £150 cheaper but still does a stellar job
- I never would have guessed this stylish armchair has a hidden bed inside – it's the ideal solution for a small home
- These 6 pretty colourful plant pots from Primark will make your houseplants look so much better – plant parents, run, don’t walk
March 7th
- Habitat just dropped the prettiest frilly plant pots – I'm picking up several to complement my cottage-style garden
- Stripes are the outdoor furniture trend taking over the most stylish gardens in 2026 – from outdoor sofas to loungers, these are the best to invest in now
- Dunelm has dropped the most stylish garden solar ball light to elevate your patio – be quick, as it's already sold out in one size
- Brunch kitchens are the perfect trend to try this spring – these are 12 buys to upgrade your tablescape for Mother's Day, Easter and beyond
- The best white-flowering shrubs to plant now for fluffy, cloud-like blooms – 4 favourites that produce a gorgeous fragrance every year
- Gorgeous high street buys for £20 and under – as chosen by Ideal Home's Deputy Editor
- I put Simba's most affordable mattress topper to the test – I'm impressed by the cushioning and bounce it added to my bed
- You’d never guess these stylish steel hanging baskets were only £7 from IKEA – they’re perfect for giving a small garden some rustic flair
March 6th
- My spring cleaning routine transforms my home every year – my tips and tricks so that your home can have its own transformation too
- This is the best way to overseed a lawn full of moss in spring – experts share their simple method to bring your grass back to life
- I tested Our Place's Wonder Oven way back in 2024 – now it's £30 cheaper but it's still the best looking air fryer (in pastel colours!) you can buy
- If I was buying a garden bench this year, this super stylish striped George Home number would be the one I’d get – and it’s under £150!
- Nigella Lawson's been using this £10 handheld milk frother to make her signature matcha lattes since 2015 – it has over 2500 5-star reviews, too
- TikTok convinced me to clean my oven with cling film – trust me, this low-effort hack is a game-changer for lazy cleaners
- 8 ways to design a kitchen extension that is fresh and modern but that won't look dated a few years down the line
- Don't forget to prune your roses before the window closes – experts are warning it could make all the difference to this year's flowers
- I hate doing laundry, but this clever laundry basket from Dunelm makes the process faster – it's easy to store in tiny homes, too
March 5th
- Pied wagtails will flock to your garden if you add these simple wildlife-friendly features – experts say these cheery little birds don't use hanging feeders so here's what to do instead
- I'm blocking weeds before they sprout by using this old newspaper trick in my garden borders – it's a super easy, expert-backed method to stop them in their tracks
- I finally got my hands on Dyson’s first-ever ‘desktop’ air purifier – it proves size doesn’t matter when you’ve got the tech to back it up
- Aldi’s selling the prettiest petal-shaped cast iron casserole – it's more than £350 cheaper than the cult Le Creuset originals
- How to prepare your garden for spring – 9 tasks that will refresh your beds, borders and outdoor furniture for the year ahead
- As a Gardens Editor, I always water freshly sown seeds with this Amazon mister so that I don’t kill them – for under £6, it’s a must-have
- My smart spending guide to creating a chic kitchen without breaking the bank – plus I reveal which fixtures and fittings I'm using in my own space
- Watch out IKEA! John Lewis just dropped its own air fryer microwave combi appliance for £1 more than the sold-out GÅTEBO
- A white living room doesn’t have to be boring – these are the 6 ways to make your white-painted lounge look interesting rather than safe
- Two years on, and this striking £14 Habitat vase is still a bestseller – it's just been given a colourful new look for spring
March 4th
- The slug trap garden experts swear by to protect plants in spring – all you need is one of these fruit bowl staples
- This simple yet annoying laundry drying mistake could be ruining your clothes – laundry experts reveal the clever tweaks to prevent it
- H&M has dropped the perfect kitchen accessories that will instantly make your home look expensive – 12 timeless buys to elevate your worktops
- This modern cottage is designed for family life and style
- Ninja's new Crispi Pro XL air fryer isn't your normal worktop appliance – I was one of the first people in the UK to try this wonderfully weird air fryer
- I’m seeing this style of garden light everywhere right now – but my favourite is this £5.99 solar pendant from Home Bargains
- Renovation Diary: We’re at a turning point in our kitchen renovation, and for the first time since we started, the end feels genuinely within reach
- 6 ways to make your patio look more expensive than it really is – garden designers use these tricks to elevate a patio without breaking the bank
- I went to the leading kitchen and bathroom show – these are the 5 new releases you need to know about for a clever and stylish home in 2026
March 3rd
- How we test carpet cleaners – the exact review process we follow and the key features we look for in a 5-star model
- I’ve been checking M&S every day, waiting for this glass table lamp to come back into stock – it’s back, and I can’t believe it’s under £100
- You'd swear these roses were peonies – but the difference is they'll bloom all summer long if you plant them now
- I went a whole month without using my tumble dryer, thinking I would avoid wasting energy, but it turns out I had to sacrifice something else in return
- Lidl is our secret go-to place for buying outdoor plants – it's one of the cheapest places to pick up hydrangeas, azaleas and roses right now
- Dunelm has a new £32 bedroom storage hack – and I can't believe I haven't considered this storage solution for my small bedroom before
- IKEA’s stylish side table is hiding a clever secret – it’s a must-have if you want a clean and healthy home this spring
- How I scratch my interior design itch without filling my home up again with new ‘stuff’ – easy (and free!) ways I use to make it feel fresh and inspiring
- 'We carried our furniture on foot from one house to the other'
- Where to buy striped garden parasols – 3 places to snap up the most stylish, before they sell out
March 2nd
- Honeyed terrazzo and a spectacular up-and-over window have turned this bathroom into a natural oasis
- Yes, your birth month has a decluttering style – this is how to use your personality traits to your advantage (and avoid clutter overwhelm!)
- I persuaded my partner to let me paint our living room walls pink, and the result was transformative – it's the ultimate new neutral
- I had to double-take when I saw this Habitat garden chair and footstool was only £120 – its stunning design makes it look so expensive
- 3 things you'll only need to do once to improve your home's energy efficiency – and now is the ideal time to do them
- Is the fear of 'getting it wrong' standing between you and a home full of personality? My advice on treating colour as an accessory rather than a commitment
- 6 surprising things you can clean in a dishwasher – the ultimate cheat sheet for lazy cleaners
- 7 lawn diseases that could be eating your grass – identify and treat them before they take over
- Only the tidiest of homes know about the 3-Layer Mess Theory – but unless you address all three layers, your home will never look clean
March 1st
- I've designed and built two kitchens – here are the 7 things I would urge everyone to think about before starting
- This dual purpose fan and heater combo has helped me maintain the ideal temperature at home, despite the changeable weather outside
- I ran to smell M&S’s new viral candles, and they did not disappoint – these designer-look scents will instantly elevate your home this spring
- I'm beating weeds to it by adding this flowering ground cover plant to my borders now – experts say it's so effective at stopping them in their tracks
- I’m an M&S-obsessed editor who scours the website every day – these are my top homeware picks from the M&S sale to snap up now
- I tested Dyson’s newest (and most hygienic) hard floor cleaner – but this is why I’m sticking with their older model
- IKEA shoppers say this £399 bed is 'a must-have for smaller homes' – its hidden storage is the secret to a clutter-free bedroom
- 4 surprising household things driving your energy bills up in spring and summer, and what you can do to keep costs down