Features Archive | December 2025

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December 31st
- I don’t regret adding these practical laundry upgrades in our utility room – they've made doing the washing everyday far easier
- 2026 is set to be the year of the 'joy-first home' – 5 wellbeing trends for a happier home in the new year
- Owning up to the interior design mistakes I've made over the years, so you can avoid them in your decorating journey
- I’m giving my home a post-Christmas reset – this is everything I’m doing to clear clutter and set my house up for success in 2026
- Grout and sealant give me the 'ick' – 4 ways I’ve avoided using them in my bathroom to minimise the appearance of mould and mildew
December 30th
- This is what the most on-trend kitchens looked like 10 years ago – you wouldn’t believe how much styles have changed
- I stopped trying to clean my whole house at once – one hotspot a day is the habit that finally stuck and actually works
- The In-Between Phase: Renovations are endurance events – if you reframe your outlook and look for small wins you'll find them easier to get through
- I'm a home energy expert, and these are the 3 energy-guzzling habits I'm ditching in the new year
- Why the headboard collar is the most overlooked detail in bedroom design
December 29th
- This clever folding proofer is my secret to perfect sourdough – and it fits in my tiny kitchen
- Does using your kitchen extractor fan less in winter keep your home warmer? I asked the pros about the sweet spot between retaining heat and getting rid of moisture
- These 3 energy-saving changes made my home warmer this year, and none of them involved turning my thermostat up
- The nostalgic kitchen curtain look is everywhere – I added them to my home without spending much, and you can too by following these simple steps
- These 4 culprits are why your home has hot and cold spots, but fortunately, there’s usually an easy fix
- I've finally found the perfect invisible storage hack for my vacuum cleaner – this hidden cupboard means you'd never know it was there
December 28th
- 2026 is all about 'cocooning' bedrooms – the 7 bedroom decor trends shaping our sleep spaces in the new year
- I'm ditching my induction hob - here's why I'm going back to gas in 2026
- Goodbye dopamine decor, hello heirloom-style florals – the bedding trends we're leaving in 2025, and what's replacing them in 2026
December 27th
- A reconfiguration and fresh colour scheme have brought new life to this once dark and dreary kitchen
- It’s ‘a material with a luxury, main-character type presence’ – this Soho House-style furniture is taking the high street by storm
- As an interior stylist, these are the 6 things I always do when styling a dining room for a New Year's Eve party
December 26th
- All is quiet around this festive country home
- It's taken longer than we'd planned to start turning our first house into a place that feels like home – this is how I'm going to do it
December 25th
- Can’t get to the shops? This is the only product you need to tackle Christmas stains – and it’s already under your sink
- This one houseplant can help get rid of dust in your home – it's one of the most low-maintenance and hardest plants to kill
- These are the sofa trends that are set to go out of style in 2026 – and I think some might surprise you
- Kitchen Chronicles Part Two – I'm comparing high street vs online suppliers to see just how far smart choices (and a little patience) can stretch a budget
- I'm an interior designer, and these are the secrets behind how I style my three-bed home for Christmas
- No, you don't need a double oven in your kitchen – these are the small tweaks that will increase your cooking space instead
December 24th
- This is the 1 thing you need to upgrade your Christmas tablescape, according to Jamie Oliver HQ – and you probably already own it
- This Victorian terrace is a masterclass is Christmas kitsch
- As a lover of neutrals, here's how I recommend using 2026’s Colours of the Year – you'll be as surprised as me when you discover how much you like them
December 23rd
- It took just £14 and less than 5 minutes to completely eliminate draughts around my front door — the difference it’s made is wild
- I don’t have time to tidy my entire home before guests arrive – so, I’ve used the 5/7 decluttering method to fake a clutter-free home this Christmas
- When I'm feeling more frazzled than festive, this is how I get back in touch with my Christmas spirit
December 22nd
- 4 things that people with a tidy living room always have – and how to fake a calm, clutter-free home with minimal effort
- What are sustainable drainage systems? They're not just a necessity — they can also protect your home as well as improve its kerb appeal, say the experts
- Why I always add a shelf, ledge or mantel wherever humanly possible in my home – it's the secret to chic interiors
- This petite kitchen comes into its own during the festive season
- The home decor trends taking over in 2026 – the new styles you're going to be obsessed with
December 21st
- Instead of having the heating on all day long, I complement my heating schedule with this one thing that keeps me cosy
- Maximalist worktops are the secret to a stylish kitchen in 2026 – here's why going bold is better
December 20th
- This is how much it really costs to paint a kitchen – from DIY to calling in a professional, I've broken down the figures for you
- I'm an interior stylist, and these are 6 things that will make a guest room feel festive and cosy this Christmas
- How to fill Christmas tree patches – experts reveal their top tip for making your tree look fuller and more luxurious
- Light, bright and packed with sparkle – see how this new build has been adapted for family life
- 3 reasons why you have condensation forming on the inside of your windows (and how to stop it) according to experts
December 19th
- Confidence zones are the secret to making your small kitchen shine in 2026 – here's how to adopt this design technique
- I'm changing how I garden in 2026 – these small resolutions will make a big difference for wildlife and my wellbeing
- Gold is not just for Christmas! Experts say this luxe shade is set to be the new neutral for 2026 – here’s how to make it chic, not kitsch
- How I celebrate Christmas when I'm mid-renovation – and my survival tips to help you find Christmas joy when you're living in chaos
- Have no choice but to use your tumble dryer over the festive period? Try these methods I swear by to keep the cost as low as possible
- If flies are taking your houseplants by storm right now, here’s what’s worsening the problem – and how to keep them at bay
December 18th
- Your birth month has a rose – this is the meaning behind yours and how to grow it successfully in your garden
- I asked floorcare experts how to keep my floors pristine while hosting this Christmas – these are the 4 things they told me to do
- This is the easiest way I'm wowing guests this Christmas – this one bathroom buy makes my house look hosting-ready
- I've made the narrow and characterless hallway in my rental home work harder for family life – it's one place magnolia actually works
December 17th
- 4 things I always use to make a guest room smell incredible at Christmas – get ready for the compliments to flood in
- Christmas at Jack Kinsey's Victorian chapel home
- I just sanded our dark, wooden floor – here’s what I’ve learned after putting it off for seven years (and yes, I cried)
- The highlight of my job is testing new cookware – these are the new pans and designs that thoroughly impressed me in 2025
December 16th
- The £23 buy I’ve raved about for more than three years that keeps my energy bills under control – I tell everyone I know to buy them too
- Rustic meets industrial style in this unique cottage transformation
- I'm not letting a lumpy guest bed ruin Christmas – this is how I'm making the mattress in my guest bedroom more comfortable
- A Renovator's Survival Guide: When it's all a bit much and you need your renovation to feel homely, these little touches make a big difference
- Things you’re forgetting to clean that are making your house STINK this Christmas – and yes, your tree is one of them!
December 15th
- ‘It creates a calm, inviting space where guests will feel welcome’ – the 3 things to declutter from a spare bedroom before Christmas
- Rick Stein's Christmas home truths – why you'll often find him in Tesco's on Christmas Eve and his favourite festive scent
- 5 things you should always put in a guest bedroom – small touches that will make a difference this Christmas
- ‘Opera Aesthetic’ might be Pinterest’s trend prediction for 2026, but I think it’s perfect for festive gatherings – how to embrace the look this Christmas
- Can I move a drain as part of an extension project? Experts reveal when you will and won't need permission and how you get it
- How smart tech can give you peace of mind as a dog owner
- I refuse to follow Christmas tree decor trends – why I’m choosing a personal approach over Pinterest-approved ideas this season
December 14th
- 2026 is the year to supersize your headboard – 5 ways to make the oversized trend work in your bedroom
- These are the 7 ways I'm trying to keep my 110-year old house warm this winter – all without turning on the central heating
- 7 bathroom trends making a splash in 2026 – from pared-back metals to maximalist schemes, these are the styles to follow
- Pretty but practical Christmas gifts your friends and family will *actually* use – they’ll tackle clutter, rather than add it
December 13th
- This calm and elegant new build home has been given a magical makeover for Christmas
- This cosy cottage has 'Christmas retreat' nailed – discover how the owner restored it to its former glory
December 12th
- Kitchen hatches are back, but not how you know them – this is how they're working for open plan kitchens in 2026
- 12 last-minute homeware gifts that will still arrive in time for Christmas
- What gardeners really want for Christmas – experts share the gardening gifts they are giving (and hoping to receive)
- 4 clever design ideas to help chase away the winter blues in your home
- Railings is one of Farrow & Ball’s most popular colours – if you’re a fan you’ll also love these 3 expert-approved alternatives
- If you only do one Christmas craft project, make it one of these – there’s something magical about making decorations with your kids
- My old house was riddled with draughts and condensation until I made this one significant change — it wasn’t cheap but it’s been transformative
- Elevate the everyday – starting with your coffee
December 11th
- Can you plant tulip bulbs up until Christmas? The planting window is about to close if you want a stunning display come spring
- We’ve all been cleaning our ovens wrong – experts say this is the one spot we all miss (and it’s making it look filthy)
- This is how much space should be between kitchen worktops and cabinets – the exact numbers that will fit any kitchen appliance
- Design can speak to your emotional wellbeing and this is why I think thoughtful interiors matter more than ever
- These are the Le Creuset colours Ideal Home readers couldn't stop looking at this year – the most popular buys each month from January to December
- These are the 6 biggest sofa trends of 2026 you should know about – if you’re looking to invest in a new sofa anytime soon, read this first
December 10th
- Pantone's Colour of the Year might be controversial but it's set to be a big kitchen trend in 2026 - here's how to use it
- This ramshackle, rusty barn got a cosy makeover
- I turned a few plain IKEA BILLY bookcases into custom-look feature shelving on a budget (and without a power tool in sight!)
December 9th
- Nobody told me there's a specific order your should bleed your radiators in — I've been doing it wrong for years without realising, and I bet I'm not alone
- Christmas is my favourite time of year, but I no longer buy lots of presents. Before you call me Scrooge, let me tell you why
December 8th
- Don’t throw your rice water down the sink! This is why you should be using this ‘magic in a bottle’ to clean your home
- The cosy heritage look is trending this Christmas – an interior stylist reveals the 5 tricks to making it look fresh and timeless
- I've made my Christmas tree 'smart' this year – you can too using one of these genius gadgets
- Don't let drains put a stop to your extension plans – take note of the 6 things experts want you to know in order to ensure a smooth-running project
- How I source, style and frame pieces of art I love and create a wonderfully eclectic home
December 7th
- Home truths: Joanna Page on drinking snowballs and the Christmas job she dislikes the most
- This £8 secondary glazing film has worked wonders on the sash windows in my old cottage — my home is warmer for longer, and I don’t have to wipe away condensation as much
- 8 kitchen trends to watch in 2026 – from rich colour palettes to hero storage, this is what the pros predict will be big next year
December 6th
- ‘Soft kitchens’ are the latest way kitchen pros are making our cooking spaces work harder – it’s the secret to a warm, inviting kitchen
- I look at cushions on a daily basis as a Room Decor editor – these are my go-to places to get the best ones
December 5th
- I'm a kitchen editor with expensive taste – but this is the £16 Christmas gift I'm buying for everyone this year
- New & Now
- I love period properties – so why did I rip out an original Carrara marble fireplace?
- 5 ways you’re wasting energy with your Christmas decorations — but these easy tweaks will fix them fast
December 4th
- Monty Don reveals his favourite Christmas tree variety – and his expert tip for choosing the best one
- This kitchen island trend is set to continue in 2026 – this is how one of our editors made it work in her busy family kitchen
- 5 simple steps I use to romanticise my life as a renter – follow these and it's easy to fall in love with living in a rental
- Anyone can achieve home barista status with Ninja’s Luxe Café range – these intuitive machines can take even total beginners to at-home coffee heights
December 3rd
- This East Sussex cottage wouldn't look out of place on a Christmas card
- I never (ever!) turn on the big light – these are the ingenious ways I illuminate my home that feel so much softer and warmer
December 2nd
- How much does loft insulation cost? This is what you can expect to pay, but the factors that can influence what you should budget
- These are the 4 paint colours experts recommend leaving in 2025 – and what shades are replacing them in the new year
- Antiques meet hotel-style luxury in this renovated home
- A Thrifty Kind of Christmas: Christmas in a reno is never going to be perfect, but that doesn't mean it can't have its own kind of beauty
- I’m using the Reverse Advent decluttering method to sort out my home for Christmas – experts say one small task a day can make a huge difference
December 1st
- This electric mop is my best-kept secret – now I’m lifting the lid on how I keep my floors so clean during the winter months
- I'm Ideal Home's Editor-in-Chief and these are my top 20 Christmas gifts for under £20 – my fave stocking fillers and low-cost style buys
- 5 methods I’ve honed over 5 years to keep warm while working from home — without the heating on all day
- Furniture Village - Come Style with me Kirsty Haslam
- Want a puddle-free driveway this winter? These expert-approved drainage tips are easy, affordable and surprisingly stylish
- I'm a candle obsessive, and have them burning all the time – these are my favourite budget-friendly ones I love to have in my home
- Stylish and comfortable sofas with hidden storage are hard to come by – but these 6 styles tick all the boxes