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 fix chipped paint on furniture - 3 quick and easy ways
Give your old furniture a new lease of life
By Lauren Bradbury
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What paint to use on skirting boards – decorating experts reveal the best and worst type of paint to use
The hits and misses of paint for skirting boards according to decorating pros
By Sara Hesikova
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Don’t throw away your used coffee grounds - experts say to stain your wooden furniture with it instead
The one surprising way how to repurpose used ground coffee for home DIY according to experts
By Sara Hesikova
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How to turn unused glass bottles into beautiful vases - a step-by-step guide
Transform unused glass containers into colourful vases for displaying a beautiful array of end of summer blooms
By Holly Reaney
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How to press flowers – for pretty homemade decorations
Follow this step-by-step on how to press flowers by Jamjar Edit and extend your garden blooms into autumn
By Jacky Hobbs
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How to panel a wall – DIY this trending look in your home this weekend
Our guide on how to panel a wall will give you the confidence to try this effective design feature
By Emily Pointer
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How to strip paint from wood - upcycle your furniture in 4 easy steps
Looking for a design switch-up or fancy a new upcycling project? Knowing how to properly strip paint from wood is key
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to paint edges of a wall without masking tape getting involved
Experts share alternative tools for achieving clean, straight edges
By Sara Hesikova
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This wall panelling method is going viral on TikTok – how to get the look, according to DIY experts
Recreate this well-sought-after, elegant architectural feature for less
By Jullia Joson
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How to soundproof a room from noisy neighbours – learn how to keep the peace today
Find peace and quiet with these pro tips from soundproofing experts and interior designers
By Andrea Childs
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Are you stuck with outdated popcorn ceilings? This genius hack will remove them with just water
It’s not the 1980s anymore so we like our ceilings nice and smooth
By Sara Hesikova
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11 house maintenance tasks experts recommend doing right now to save money
Get prepared for the colder months by ticking these off your maintenance to-do list this week
By Jullia Joson
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Have wooden garden furniture? Experts recommend doing this to avoid making the same mistake as Stanley Tucci
Don’t make the same mistake as Stanley Tucci
By Sara Hesikova
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How to paint behind a radiator like a pro
Get into all the nooks and crannies behind your radiator without removing it with this easy painting guide
By Sara Hesikova
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Can you plaster over tiles? We’ve asked the experts if this cheap alternative to retiling is really worth it
...but if you still want to try this retiling alternative, we explain how to do so correctly
By Lauren Bradbury
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Embrace the cane furniture trend with this genius IKEA hack
This IKEA hack turned a simple KALLAX cabinet to an elevated bar by embracing the latest cane furniture trend
By Sara Hesikova
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This IKEA coffee table hack is taking social media by storm, and you won't believe how it was made
If you've got Soho Home taste without the budget, this one's for you
By Jullia Joson
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How to paint over varnished wood – achieve a professional finish with our easy guide
Master this otherwise difficult DIY task with our expert-led tips and tricks
By Jullia Joson
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This viral window treatment is dividing social media – we asked experts for their verdict
Bye-bye, nosey neighbours
By Jullia Joson
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How to fix squeaky stairs - Professionals explain the best approach to take
Dealing with an annoying squeak every time you head up or down your stairs? This is how to fix squeaky stairs in a flash – without calling in a tradesperson
By Amy Hunt
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How to dry lavender for sachets - Experts reveal the golden rules to follow
How to dry lavender buds and preserve their natural perfume in your home
By Rachel Homer
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We're obsessed with this £10 hack that turned an old ottoman into this season's hottest buy
This creative storage solution hack will instantly transform any room
By Jullia Joson
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This easy DIY project could boost the value of your home – and it costs less than £10
Want to switch up your home decor? This simple fix might just do the trick
By Jullia Joson
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How to fix peeled paint on a wall in 5 foolproof steps
Peeling paint problems? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered
By Lauren Bradbury
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Picnic table paint ideas to bring new life to your garden
Whether you're a painting novice or a DIY pro
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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We're obsessed with this way to preserve memories – and there's not a photo in sight
We're all for subtle sentimentality over anything
By Jullia Joson
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How to adjust your kitchen cabinet doors yourself
The experts reveal their top tips for adjusting your kitchen cabinets with just you and a toolbox
By Ellis Cochrane