Diy
DIY advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Diy
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This beautiful Christmas decoration trend using a tomato paste tube is going viral on TikTok – the results are stunning
This is DIY Christmas decor on the next level
By Sara Hesikova
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Decoupage is making a comeback – the simple way to give old homeware a bespoke look
Get crafty – update your furniture and home decor with this simple pattern-rich technique
By Sara Hesikova
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You’re storing your paint in the wrong place – why garages and sheds are off limits
Do you store your paint in the garage or the shed? Experts say that you really shouldn’t
By Sara Hesikova
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This colour trend could be making your winter blues worse – experts reveal the shades you should be using instead
Combat seasonal affective disorder with cheerful paint colours – but avoid these trendy shades
By Sara Hesikova
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'It's a really quick and easy win' – The Repair Shop's Sonnaz's fast track tip to update tired-looking furniture
The upholstery pro's tried and true hack for upcycling soft furnishings
By Jullia Joson
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Stacey Solomon just DIY-ed a larger-than-life Nutcracker – this is what you need to make your own
It’s sure starting to look a lot like Christmas at Stacey's house
By Sara Hesikova
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This Instagram hack turns £4 charity shop glassware into gorgeous mood lighting
Make your charity shop finds work ten times harder
By Jullia Joson
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Experts warn of the 5 signs of rising damp every homeowner should look out for this winter
Rising damp can have disastrous consequences, so it’s best to spot the signs early
By Lauren Bradbury
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‘It’s the ultimate party piece’ - This £12 IKEA table has been given a glitzy disco ball transformation
This hack brings our favourite festive trend to the table
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to get paint off clothes and save your DIY clothes from stubborn paint stains
Your paint-stained clothes will be as good as new in no time
By Lauren Bradbury
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This IKEA light has been transformed into a stunning disco ball – and it's simply genius
It's shimmering beautiful
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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This DIY matchbox hack strikes the balance between practical and pretty - and it costs less than £10
Sustainable and chic - what more could you want?
By Holly Cockburn
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Decorating experts shared the most common paint roller mistake that can lead to a DIY disaster
The mistake you’re making when using a paint roller and how to avoid it
By Sara Hesikova
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This TikTok hack makes building IKEA flat-pack furniture 10x easier - it's genius
Painfully long IKEA builds could become a thing of the past
By Amy Hunt
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'Potential buyers may see it as a DIY job gone wrong' – this popular interior trend may be devaluing your home
Is this popular wall panelling trend hurting the value of your home?
By Jullia Joson
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How to draught proof a window - easy ways to keep heat inside your home this winter
Seal up unwanted gaps in window frames to save energy and keep rooms cosy
By Emily Batesmith
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How to flush a radiator to stay warm and keep energy bills down
Find out how to clean your heating system with our easy-to-follow guide
By Sophie Vening
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How to bleed a radiator – how to keep your heating working efficiently
Keep your house warm and your energy bills down this winter with our simple guide on bleeding a radiator
By Tamara Kelly
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Lighting experts reveal you can cut LED strips – but you must follow these rules
Did you know these do's and dont's of cutting LED strips?
By Jullia Joson
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Got chipped wood veneer furniture on your hands? Here are 3 ways you can bring it back to its former glory
This is the expert guide to repairing chipped wood veneer furniture
By Sara Hesikova
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Is anti-condensation paint worth it? We asked the experts
Plus how to prevent dampness, condensation and mould in the first place
By Ellis Cochrane
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Sara Davies unveils homemade autumn wreath – and interior design pros share why they love its 'half-done' look
The 'crafting queen' has been giving us all the inspo for our autumnal decor
By Amy Hunt
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How to paint laminate furniture - the pro tips experts swear by for a perfect finish
Don't be put off by a laminate surface - it's simple to bring it back to life with a fresh lick of paint
By Holly Cockburn
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This Instagram DIY candle hack is both spooky and adorable – and perfect for this ghost-centric Halloween
This Halloween is all about ghosts and we have the perfect budget hack
By Sara Hesikova
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My cat destroyed my new sofa – but I found a genius way to rescue it for under £15
This foolproof DIY-project took my sofa from a wreck to a statement piece in no-time
By Holly Reaney
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'If you've not tried this painting hack yet, thank me later' – the game-changing buy that will only cost you £3
Need to paint plinths and skirting boards? No problem
By Jullia Joson
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How to clean walls without removing paint - for pristine walls without ruining your decor
From general cleaning to more stubborn stains, we’ve got you covered
By Lauren Bradbury