Lauren Bradbury
Lauren Bradbury is a freelance writer and major homes enthusiast. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in English and Creative Writing from the University of Chichester in 2016, before dipping her toe into the world of content writing. After years of agency work, writing everything from real-life stories to holiday round-ups, she decided to take the plunge and become a full-time freelancer in the online magazine world. Since then, she has become a regular contributor for Real Homes and Ideal Home, and become even more obsessed with everything interior and garden related. As a result, she’s in the process of transforming her old Victorian terraced house into an eclectic and modern home that hits visitors with personality as soon as they walk through the door.
Ideal Home Truths
Where’s your happy place?
My happy place is sitting in my living room with my dog by my side. Myself and my husband have painted the walls around five times since we moved in, but have finally settled on a sage green colour that has turned it into the cosy space I was really hoping for.
What’s your home addiction?
I just can’t get enough of candles and reed diffusers. Every room in my house smells different, which means I’m hit with a new smell everywhere I walk. For some reason, this just puts a smile on my face and really awakens my senses - especially when I’m working from home.
What is your next home project?
Since moving into my home in 2020, I’ve tried to avoid any major renovations, but my bathroom is in need of some serious TLC. Like many Victorian properties, the bathroom is on the ground floor and is extremely hard to ignore. So, I’m hoping to transform the old, white bathroom into a bright oasis that still acknowledges its Victorian roots.
Latest articles by Lauren Bradbury
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What to do with hyacinths after flowering to help them grow back bigger and better next spring
One wrong move could result in smaller blooms next year
By Lauren Bradbury
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How often should you mow your lawn? A month-by-month guide to cutting your grass, according to experts
Are you cutting your grass enough?
By Lauren Bradbury
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Fire pit seating ideas - 6 ways to inject style and personality into your outdoor space
These fire pit seating ideas couldn’t get any hotter
By Lauren Bradbury
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What to do with tulips after flowering to ensure brighter and more vibrant blooms next year
Do the wrong thing, and your tulips will suffer next year
By Lauren Bradbury
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How do you border a garden cheaply? 5 ways to brighten up your garden borders on a budget
Many of these options are completely free!
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean an Ooni pizza stone - why you must never use water and what to do instead
No, there’s no water or soap involved
By Lauren Bradbury
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Front garden privacy ideas - 7 ways to hide your home from nosy passers-by
Say goodbye to curtain twitchers
By Lauren Bradbury
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When to harvest rhubarb - Experts explain how to know when rhubarb is ready
Choose the right time for the perfect rhubarb crumble
By Lauren Bradbury
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What to do with daffodils after flowering to ensure even bigger and brighter blooms next year
One wrong move could stunt next year’s growth
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean garden furniture cushions in 6 easy steps, according to experts
You only need three products to bring your cushions back to life
By Lauren Bradbury
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7 things you need to know before making pallet furniture to save you time and money
Why buy off-the-shelf when you can make your own bespoke garden furniture?
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to make your outdoor seating area look expensive in 5 easy steps
An expensive-looking outdoor seating area doesn’t have to cost a fortune
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean windows outside for a streak-free finish, no ladder required
Top tips for sparkling windows even on tricky-to-reach second-floors
By Lauren Bradbury
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5 things experts want you to know before buying a hot tub
A hot tub is a big investment, so you need to make the right choice
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to make your deck look expensive - 7 ways to turn a deck into your favourite area of the garden
Take your deck from drab to fab
By Lauren Bradbury
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When to plant crocosmia bulbs for a garden full of fiery blooms, according to experts
If you’re looking for late-summer bloomers, add crocosmia bulbs to your shopping list
By Lauren Bradbury
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What soil do acers like? The wrong soil could be the reason your acer is struggling, according to experts
How to give your acid-loving trees the soil they deserve
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to grow spider plant babies like a pro
Nurture and grow spider plant babies into fully-fledged adults in no time
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to hide an ugly garden wall - 5 expert-approved ideas to disguise a boundary wall or outbuilding
Turn the eyesore into an eye-catching feature
By Lauren Bradbury
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Can you put garden furniture on grass? Experts warn it could be doing more harm to your lawn than you think
It’s probably time to move it
By Lauren Bradbury
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Do pressure washers use a lot of water? Yes, but probably not as much as you’d think
Plus, some handy top tips on how to save water when using a pressure washer
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts issue urgent warning to homeowners looking to add ‘invasive’ bamboo to their gardens
Don’t get caught out
By Lauren Bradbury
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When to plant nasturtium seeds - Experts reveal the perfect time to sow these edible flowers
Everyone loves nasturtiums, right?
By Lauren Bradbury
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How fast does bamboo grow? Everything you need to know about this fast-growing privacy plant
Bamboo follows the 60-day rule
By Lauren Bradbury