Diy
DIY advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Diy
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How to hang a roller blind like a pro - an easy guide to update your windows in no time
Everything you need to know from measuring to installing, and a quick-fix alternative for the less DIY savvy
By Amy Hodge
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Discover the DIY skills that will make all the difference to your family, from TV carpenter Robert Bent and HIPPO
The waste removal experts have teamed up with the well-known tradesman to help develop a new tradition of sharing DIY tips and tricks
By Sponsored
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This is how a simple IKEA cabinet can be transformed into an on-trend chrome storage unit
An Instagrammer turned a set of simple IKEA cabinets into the chrome-finish sideboard of her dreams – here’s how
By Sara Hesikova
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3 ways to update picture frames for elevated displays of art and photos
Level up your gallery wall game
By Sara Hesikova
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How to paint stripes on a wall – get the look with our easy step-by-step guide
Give walls an easy update with painted stripes
By Amy Hodge
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How to paint an interior door – a step-by-step guide
Refresh doors and update your space with our expert explainer
By Amy Hodge
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Save money on your next DIY project with Wilko's new tool hire service
Wilko launches a tool hire service to help you realise all your DIY projects without having to buy every piece of equipment
By Sara Hesikova
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7 things to consider when building a pergola, according to experts
Building a pergola is easy... but only if you do it right
By Lauren Bradbury
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This Instagrammer found an easy DIY alternative to ‘the chair’ that we all dump our clothes on – and it’s genius!
How to get rid of the messy clothes display with a few easy steps
By Sara Hesikova
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Can you tile on top of old tiles? Yes, but experts urge you to avoid this DIY hack
If you’re set on tiling over your existing tiles, this is what the pros want you to know
By Sara Hesikova
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Dunelm’s scalloped wooden borders are an easy on-trend way to customise old furniture – and prices start at just £12
Personalise your home and embrace the scalloped trend at the same time
By Sara Hesikova
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This viral £10 Amazon hack will make sure your curtains never get stuck again
Say hello to smoothly gliding curtains!
By Sara Hesikova
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How to paint bathroom tiles - 5 simple steps to upgrade your bathroom on a budget
Want a quick and easy way to revamp your bathroom? A lick of paint over your tiles could be all you need
By Holly Walsh
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A simple DIY lighting hack made this hallway look so much more expensive
It's all in those tiny details
By Laurie Davidson
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This hack instantly elevates the look of £2 IKEA paper lampshades using this kitchen cupboard essential
And it's so easy to recreate
By Jullia Joson
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This clever hack transforms an £8 IKEA table lamp into designer-level decor
Instantly turn an IKEA classic into a custom piece
By Jullia Joson
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Turn leftover eggshells into a stunning floral Easter centrepiece with this clever budget hack
This DIY Instagrammer just inspired us how to turn leftover eggshells into a stunning flower centrepiece for Easter
By Sara Hesikova
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This viral hack ingeniously turns a £2.50 IKEA dish rack into an invisible bookshelf
This genius IKEA hack turns the bamboo OSTBIT dish rack into an invisible bookshelf – and it’s just £2.50
By Sara Hesikova
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29 easy DIY projects to update your home over the weekend
Upgrade your home without spending too much time or money
By Amy Cutmore
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This genius hack turns a plain IKEA cabinet into a gorgeous, bespoke storage unit – it's nailing the fluted motif trend
We can't believe it's IKEA
By Jullia Joson
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Stacey Solomon's DIY giant cupcake decoration initially had fans 'not convinced' – but we stand corrected
It's the definition of 'trust the process'
By Jullia Joson
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Can you paint gloss kitchen cabinets? Kitchen designers weigh in on whether this is a DIY faux pas
With the right equipment, it's possible to give your kitchen a fresh look without calling in the professionals
By Holly Cockburn
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Stacey Solomon’s DIY flower cloud ceiling is the ultimate ode to spring, and we’re obsessed
It’s easy to replicate at home, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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This clever hack turns the ordinary fridge into a mini gallery wall – and it's super affordable to recreate
It'll change your kitchen's entire vibe
By Jullia Joson
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We're calling it – disco ball cherries are the DIY decor trend you'll be seeing everywhere this Valentine's Day
We can't believe how easy it is, too
By Jullia Joson
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5 ways to fake wall-panelling - smart alternatives to get the luxe look for less
No, you don’t need to spend a fortune
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to hang pictures on a wall - a foolproof guide to hanging pictures simply and safely
Hanging pictures on a wall isn’t a one-size-fits-all job
By Lauren Bradbury