All content Archive | August 2026

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August 15th
- 5 bathroom features that will add value to your home, according to experts
- Frances Tophill reveals the controversial paint colour she uses on sheds and fences – 'it creates a really beautiful backdrop for the plants'
- Vogue Williams reveals the home habits she swears by – and the chores she can’t stand
- I'm calling it, this Next pumpkin bedding set will be an instant sellout – it nails this year's biggest autumn trend
- Can a neighbour complain about my bird feeder? The conditions under which a council will take this issue seriously (and put you at risk of a fine)
August 14th
- 7 of the longest flowering plants for effortless colour from August to autumn
- Florists say this easy hack is a great way to breathe new life into an old plastic plant pot – it looks unbelievably pretty
- IKEA is about to become the go-to place for buying affordable art – these are the pieces that will instantly make your home look expensive from £19
- Aldi's sellout autumn candles are back – forget the heatwave, here's what everyone's buying this summerween
- Aldi is launching an at-home ice bath this weekend – but be quick, I predict this on-trend buy will sell fast
- I thought finishing our kitchen would make me happy – I was wrong
- I've finally found how to keep my hot, west-facing bedroom cool at night without wasting energy – here are the 7 things I do to not dread bedtime
- Repotting brought my Monstera back to life – 4 expert-approved ways to give your Swiss cheese plant an upgrade
- Sorry lavender, this drought-tolerant perennial is quietly replacing you this summer – it’s lower maintenance, flowers for longer and won’t go woody
August 13th
- These are the pests and plant diseases threatening your garden in August – this is what to do if you spot them
- ‘Body doubling’ is the psychological hack you need to declutter your home – it banishes distractions, holds you accountable and gets the job done fast
- This compact Ninja coffee machine has been flying under the radar – now it’s reduced by £100, it's time for those with small kitchens to take note
- Martin and Shirlie Kemp’s DIY water feature is a masterclass in how to nail this summer’s breakout trend – how to recreate it on a budget
- I have a small kitchen and three children – these are the 4 kitchen features that make my life easier, and I'd easily choose them again
- 5 plants to deadhead in August – trim away these spent blooms now to prolong their flowering period
- I’m a renter who loves DIY – these are the five rules I never break
- Nigella Lawson insists on packing not one but two of this £25 kitchen gadget for every holiday – here’s why it’s my everyday essential at home, too
- 6 gorgeous flowers to plant in your garden now for a colourful autumn display, so you can enjoy your outdoor space for longer
August 12th
- Your bedroom mirror is wrecking your sleep, and the effects are worse in a heatwave – how to fix it for a better night's rest
- Gardeners urged to avoid weeding their gardens this week for this important reason – leave your flower beds and lawns alone
- Moving house forced me to completely rethink my home organisation – these are the clever buys I’m snapping up to bring my tidy dreams to life
- The 5 best herbs to grow on a kitchen countertop if you want fresh flavours at your fingertips – low-maintenance picks that will thrive indoors
- ‘It allows for almost endless configurations’ – John Lewis’ impressive new modular sofa is the brand’s most future-proof design yet
- I realised I was saving my nicest things for people who don't live here
- I waited years to finally have a pantry space, but it took these 4 storage buys to actually make it functional
- Is your grass dead? Here’s how to tell if your lawn is rescuable – and the experts' tips for reviving it this August
- This £2 IKEA plant pot will keep your plants hydrated during the August heatwave – it’s how I'm watering my plants when I go on holiday this summer
August 11th
- I’m a serial renovator and these are the 6 DIY jobs I'd never tackle in a heatwave – and neither should you
- Blueair’s brand new handheld fan is a super quiet solution for on-the-go cooling, with a quirky design for table top use too
- Summer bedding plants will continue to flower into autumn if you carry out this crucial task in August – don't miss out on a second flush of blooms
- This £4 supermarket buy has made my kitchen bin smell like a spa retreat – I’m not lying, it genuinely smells divine
- Habitat just launched a 'pillow' sofa bed for £235, and I think this soft and squishy look is about to become the next big trend
- We wanted our new extension to look like it had always been there – here's how we did it
- I asked pro organisers what a small bedroom really doesn’t need – they all agreed that these 5 items have got to go
- This new armchair from Habitat’s autumn 2026 collection looks designer – but it’s under £300, so snap it up while you can
- Octopus Energy is urging customers to avoid using electricity during the solar eclipse – what you need to know
August 10th
- Why I finally gave my hallway the makeover it deserved with Dulux Heritage
- The best slushie machines to elevate your home hosting – these tried and tested picks are perfect for cocktails, frosé, frappes and more
- Olivia Bowens' home truths – her homeware addiction and unearthing hidden gems at Homesense
- Celebrities and influencers are ditching the classic ice bucket for this chic alternative – how to style the must-have hosting accessory of the summer
- Dyson’s first sub-£100 fan is by far the most powerful handheld model I’ve ever tried, but that power comes at a noisy price
- 7 reasons your agapanthus isn't flowering and what you can do about it to ensure beautiful blooms next year
- I was embarrassed by my unfinished home until someone else photographed it
- Do you have a conversation-first living room? Experts reveal 5 top tips on how to create a lounge that’s less about a screen and more about the people in it
- 6 plants that can keep foxes out of your garden this summer, according to experts – humane deterrents to help keep unwanted visitors under control
- Clara Amfo shares the Habitat stacking stool she uses to add colour to her home – ‘these are definite standout pieces’
August 9th
- I thought I’d wasted my money on a robot vacuum until I realised I’d been skipping this vital step – experts say it’s necessary for a reliable and consistent clean every time
- 7 simple ways to make your portable air conditioner more efficient and avoid wasting energy
- Clodagh McKenna's clever use of dried lavender has transformed her kitchen into something out of a fairytale – interior experts reveal how to get the look
- 5 heatwave-proof evergreen plants to keep your garden colourful in every season – and they'll stop your garden feeling bare in the colder months
- This £30 Argos trolley is the perfect small kitchen storage solution – it makes the most out of awkward, unused gaps
- With one click, I turned Miele’s new cordless vacuum cleaner into a mop for my filthy floors – but is this 3-in-1 appliance worth the hefty price tag?
- Sorry, light blue, interior designers say these are the 3 calming shades the most stylish bedrooms are using instead in 2026 and beyond
- I thought this childish furniture design was banished to the nineties – Habitat’s just proven me wrong with their sleek, grown-up alternative
August 8th
- The most relaxing living room always includes these 5 features, according to interior designers
- Alan Titchmarsh says every garden needs this drought-tolerant plant to keep borders vibrant and colourful even through hot, dry spells
- Holly Willoughby's clever kitchen wall feature makes filling pots and pans easier – it's the handy device used by chefs in professional kitchens
- This Ancient Roman design trend is having a fun revival in 2026 - unswept tiles guarantee a characterful bathroom every time
- Thinking of adding a plunge pool to a small garden? Here are 4 things worth knowing first
- Fancy a stylish bargain? Check out this month's 20 homeware buys under £20, as chosen by Ideal Home's Deputy Editor
- This is how to avoid bringing bed bugs back from holiday – expert advice to prevent ‘an unexpected infestation’ in your home this summer
- Yes, it’s only August, but this clever Aldi buy has convinced me to start planning for my winter garden – it'll be a game-changer when the temperature finally drops
August 7th
- 3 methods I’m trying to add storage to a pedestal sink - how to give this impractical bathroom feature a facelift
- The 7 water-saving habits garden experts wish we'd all adopted before this summer's heatwaves hit
- Martin and Shirlie Kemp have just proved pumpkin archways are the ‘it’ feature of any autumn garden – how to recreate the impressive vertical display
- 7 items in my home that have improved my life – from waking up earlier to quick, healthy dinners, these are the buys that have made a real difference
- Before you spend £170 on the Always Pan Pro, here's what happened when I cooked 12 different foods in Lakeland's £85 lookalike instead
- Tan France just released the most stylish homeware and furniture collection inspired by his roots – these are his favourite pieces he already has at home
- Ask Lucy: From can't-live-without cleaning products to what to do with a soiled sofa
- I keep my curtains closed in a heatwave, but my home never feels cave like – this is how I’ve found the balance between temperature regulation and light ingress
- Tomorite can be used to feed more than just tomatoes – these are the plants to use it on for a late summer boost for bumper harvests and blooms
- My mum gifted me this £30 kitchen appliance when I left for university seven years ago, and I still use it all the time – it’s the only appliance a fresher needs
August 6th
- 5 plants to divide in August – experts say it's the perfect time to lift and split these popular varieties to get free plants next spring
- I’m on a mission to replace my ugly home appliances – and Shark just dropped the ultimate ‘luxe’ upgrade to the robot vacuum I use every day
- I work from home and didn't want my desk to always be on show – this IKEA buy transformed my set-up, it folds from sleek bookcase to spacious workspace in seconds
- These are the 3 biggest bathroom trends of 2026 that are set to last into 2027 and beyond – from colour to pattern, these are the failsafe trends to try
- Mark my words, this new £230 Habitat chair bed is going to be an instant bestseller – it's cute, curvy, and tailor-made for small homes
- 5 plants that like eggshells – the calcium lovers that benefit from this overlooked kitchen scrap
- I avoided rugs for years as a mum of 2 and cat owner – here’s what finally made me give in
- This is the £29 Dunelm kitchen set that uni students (and their parents) are rushing to snap up – I wish I'd had one when I left for halls
- 5 heat-loving houseplants that thrive in bright, sunny windowills and stuffy rooms – they’re perfect for south-facing windowsills
August 5th
- If flies are plaguing your home right now, this expert-approved DIY trap is a game-changer – it uses two pantry staples I bet you already have at home
- 4 living room layout mistakes that are making your space look messier than it actually is, according to design experts
- I thought my patio had been invaded by hundreds of flying ants – then I discovered it was one of nature's strangest summer events
- Argos Home just dropped the smartest free-standing kitchen island that will actually fit into a tiny kitchen – this genius space-saving feature is a bargain at £180
- This chef's kitchen is a masterclass in how to combine style and practicality – it's proof that pink isn't going anywhere in 2027
- Set the scene for summer hosting
- I spent 6 months cooking on a camping stove – here’s why my new kitchen was worth the chaos
- This is the ‘ugly’ kitchen appliance our editors can’t live without, and the genius ways they hide it when they want a clearer worktop
- 6 plants to cut back in August for an extra flush of flowers – trim these varieties now for bonus blooms
- 'Wildlife wineries' are the breakout trend gardeners are using to keep garden birds hydrated in August – this £15 shortcut means even tiny spaces can join in
August 4th
- Shirlie Kemp's home truths – her homeware addiction and the household chore she adores
- Air con scams are all over social media right now — experts reveal the red flags to look out for when shopping for air con and how to check if it’s legitimate
- Scientists urge gardeners to spend 15 minutes counting butterflies this week – how to get involved with the world’s largest butterfly survey
- What to do with agapanthus in August – the simple jobs that keep these summer showstoppers blooming for longer and set them up for next year
- IKEA's most popular £499 sofa bed is genius for small homes, and it's just been relaunched in the 'it' colour of the year
- Why I'm stepping away from 'click now, next day delivery' shopping for good
- Sorry, expensive storage! Pro organisers say this bargain holiday essential is the key to a tidy and organised home
- Wait, heat pumps can cool down houses as well as heat them? Experts explain how they could be a better option than air con
- H&M has just given the paper lampshade a cool girl update – I predict they will be in every stylish home by Autumn
August 3rd
- 4 ways to style the new romantic trend in your home – give pretty patterns and ruffles a refreshing modern edge
- I tested Dyson’s very first auto-empty vacuum cleaner – this is how it won me over (and where it fell short)
- This showstopping kitchen was once an old swimming pool – 6 design tricks that turned the vast space into the cosy heart of the home
- 7 reasons why your gladioli is not flowering – what you can do to ensure beautiful, vibrant blooms every year
- M&S’s summer sale is the best place to snap up chic homeware on a budget – 9 stylish picks that give a luxury look for under £50
- My home took 5 years to feel finished – and I’m glad I didn’t rush it
- Fan, misting fan or portable air conditioner? I’m a hot sleeper who has tried all three, and this is how I’d rank them
- What to do with dahlias in August – 4 crucial tasks that will keep your plants flowering into the autumn months
- Gardeners warned to avoid this one lawn care job during a heatwave or risk destroying their grass – it sounds like a good idea, but it's best avoided
August 2nd
- Dualit's incredibly in-demand ice cream maker is the best example of a no-pre-freeze version out there – I just tried it with delectable results
- How to make portable air conditioner window seals look more attractive — 4 easy ways to make them look better from both inside and out
- 5 stylish paint shades that make stuffy bedrooms feel cooler, according to paint pros – you can finally say goodbye to hot, sleepless nights
- I was overwhelmed by the mountain of artwork my kids brought home from school at the end of term – here's how I'm displaying it without covering the fridge
- These bathrooms prove how you can squeeze a shower and a bath into a compact floorplan – these are the design tips from pros
- I’ve spent years telling people that robot mops aren’t worth the money – the MOVA P50 Pro Ultra is the first one to change my mind
- I asked sleep experts how to stop snoring – from sleeping position to pillow setup, this is their advice for a more peaceful night’s rest
- The clever trick pest experts swear by to keep wasps away from your plate when dining al fresco – enjoy your BBQ in peace this summer
August 1st
- Pony walls are the design secret bathroom pros swear by for a practical small bathroom layout – here's why
- Monty Don's 4-step watering guide is the secret to keeping plants alive in a drought – even during a hosepipe ban
- Hot countries swear by this clever fix to keep mosquitoes out of their homes – and now it’s finally becoming popular in the UK
- Shower baths have more potential than you might think – here's how to make it look more luxurious while saving space in a bathroom
- The irrigation tricks gardeners swear by to keep plants alive during a heatwave – their top secrets to save thirsty plants
- See how an interior designer lives – check out this stunning one-bedroom flat for inspiration (from an expert)
- I tested the M&S 'Stay Cool' mattress topper during a heatwave – as a hot sleeper, here's what I thought of the £75 cooling buy
- You're doubling the number of ants in your garden by falling for this pest deterrent mistake, warn experts