Diy
DIY advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Diy
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11 home essential tools - the kit no home should be without
What should your home tool kit have in it? Find out the essential tools you need to have to hand
By Jennifer Morgan
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IKEA bed hacks - 12 easy ways to give a basic bed a bespoke upgrade
Give a regular Ikea bed the bespoke treatment with these clever hacks that will make it a unique one-off
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to change a tap easily and give your sink a fresh new look
Sick of the drip, drip, drip? Here's how to replace your old tap with a shiny new mixer
By Amy Cutmore
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How to change a toilet seat – and upgrade your loo in a few minutes
Changing a toilet seat is one of the easier jobs in the bathroom for a quick fix
By Vanessa Richmond
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Kimberley Walsh says paying someone to do this DIY job 'just doesn't make sense'
The former Girls Aloud star says she'd never hire someone to do this home renovation task
By Millie Hurst
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How to fix a toilet flush - how to repair a slow flushing toilet yourself
Want to know how to fix a toilet flush? Repair a toilet that won’t flush quickly and efficiently in seven simple steps
By Sophie Vening
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Where is my stopcock? How to easily locate your stop tap
All the places your stopcock might be hiding and what to do if not
By Katie Sims
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Dom Wood from Dick & Dom now has a popular DIY TikTok channel
The TV presenter has been documenting his renovation projects and sharing DIY advice to the delight of fans
By Millie Hurst
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How to fix a dripping tap - easy steps to rid yourself of this leaky annoyance
Stop the drip drip drip and get your tap back to tip-top condition
By Katie Sims
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How to fix a running toilet yourself without having to call in a plumber
Got a toilet that constantly runs even when it's not being used? Follow our expert advice to fix it properly
By Sophie Vening
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Can you paint laminate floors? Experts reveal everything you need to know
Whether you've inherited laminate floors or looking for a quick update, read this before you pick up a paintbrush
By Amy Hunt
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What to do with leftover paint - 10 smart ideas to reuse paint at home
Smart DIY project for leftover paint and expert advice on what you should do with any paint you don't use
By Jennifer Morgan
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DIY coffee table ideas - budget-friendly ways to create a living room centrepiece
Save a fortune on a new coffee table with these clever cost-saving tricks
By Jacky Parker
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How to paint kitchen tiles - revamp splashbacks without spending a fortune
Looking for ways to spruce up tired tiles? Painting kitchen splashbacks is quick, easy and affordable.
By Lisa Fazzani
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Aldi has launched a range with interior design guru Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
The collaboration we never knew we needed
By Rebecca Knight
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How to paint uPVC windows – 5 steps to give tired plastic frames a fresh new look
Learn how to paint uPVC windows to update old frames on a budget
By Millie Hurst
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Experts reveal their 12 insider tips for buying second hand furniture to upcycle
How to sniff out the bargains to save cash, prevent waste and make something unique
By Jacky Parker
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Couple saved £100s on new garden furniture with this smart upcycling hack
If you're not sure what to do with a set of broken rattan garden furniture, this couple found a savvy solution
By Laurie Davidson
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How to build a bench seat - a step-by-step guide to create your own banquette
Follow our top tips for creating your own banquette-style seating in a dining space
By Holly Walsh
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This genius Dunelm rug hack transformed my living room wall – and cost just £38
I'm so happy with how it turned out
By Millie Hurst
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DIY shelf ideas - 12 ways to create and customise storage
Turn standard shelving and simple materials into something more stylish with these savvy ideas
By Jacky Parker
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The IKEA bread bin hack all over TikTok is pure genius
We can't believe we never thought to try this
By Millie Hurst
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How to paint a room – 11 steps to transform your space with paint
Learn how to paint a room to give your space a bold new look or simply freshen up walls and woodwork
By Millie Hurst
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How to paint a mural – a step-by-step guide to creating a unique feature wall
Make a striking focal point on a budget by hand-painting a mural, with tips from experts
By Millie Hurst
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How to decoupage a trinket box
Use patterned papers and nature-inspired cutouts to decorate everyday accessories
By Julie Butterworth
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Upcycled Welsh dresser idea – budget makeover to inspire new year DIY projects
Looking for an upcycled Welsh dresser idea? One creative homeowner, Andrea Smeaton, leads the way with her impressive DIY project
By Tamara Kelly
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Give old hangers a festive flourish with this snowflake decoration hack
Have a very thrifty Christmas
By Rebecca Knight