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Can you propagate wisteria? Experts share the easiest method to get more of these beautiful blooms for free
Patience is absolutely a virtue when it comes to propagating wisteria...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Lighting candles ruined my walls, but I've worked out the trick to still use them without damaging my home
I'll still love candles, but I'll never let them make a mess of my walls again
By Layla Al-Ani
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16 home office layout ideas to boost productivity and create a comfortable work space
This is how to to create a functional, comfortable work space that inspires by arranging your home office furniture
By Lisa Fazzani
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This is how much a garden room costs
Plus the one thing experts say you should never scrimp on to reduce the cost
By Sarah Handley
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I swear by these 4 genius ways to add space without extending
Add space without sacrificing your garden
By Sarah Handley
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Sorry, mops! This is what you should *actually* be using to clean tiled floors, according to the pros
Who knew mopping could make your floors dirtier...
By Lauren Bradbury
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Move over Farrow & Ball – Dulux’s Heritage paint range has a bestseller shoppers can’t get enough of
This timeless shade rivals the luxury brand
By Sara Hesikova
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This Cotswolds townhouse has been revived with a winning mix of passion and imagination
'We bought a neglected house on the best street'
By Karen Darlow
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My friend is an expert renovator, and she says this £6 product has been an 'utter gamechanger' during her renovation project
I love a tip from someone who has been there and done it
By Sarah Handley
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The essential piece of kit you need to buy when investing in a portable air conditioner – experts say it makes all the difference
Everything you need to know before buying and fitting a portable air conditioner window kit...
By Jenny McFarlane
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This one basement conversion mistake could leave your space completely uninhabitable
Avoid it at all costs
By Sarah Handley
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Forget colour drenching – colour capping is the paint trend small kitchens have been waiting for
It will make your ceilings feel so much higher
By Holly Cockburn
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22 British homeware brands to fill your home with
These are the home-grown brands worth investing in
By Rebecca Knight
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This stunning bathroom proves that the theory of avoiding colour in a small space is to be ignored...
A new layout and stylish pastel green terrazzo with hits of bold colour create a sense of space and light in this compact bathroom
By Jane Crittenden
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Primark drops chic Art Deco homeware – right as Pinterest predicts the style will dominate this autumn
This stylish new range adds a seasonal update to your home without breaking the bank
By Sara Hesikova
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5 alternatives to bifold doors that will still maximise natural light and offer brilliant garden views
Bifolds aren't for everyone
By Sarah Handley
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Should you deadhead annuals for more blooms? Experts share which flowers to cut back and which to leave alone
Perennials usually steal focus when it comes to deadheading, but don’t forget your annuals…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Do silk sheets help you sleep better? Experts reveal the many benefits of silk bedding
There's a reason this fabric has been sought after for hundreds of years
By Amy Lockwood
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5 things experts want you to declutter before autumn — get ready for cosy season with a post-summer reset
Tick these off your list for a clean and cosy home
By Lauren Bradbury
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‘It will create a sense of balance and proportionality’ – if you’re buying a living room mirror, this is the sizing rule to follow
Experts swear by this living room mirror sizing rule to get the proportions just right
By Sara Hesikova
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A dilapidated Cotswold cottage gets an incredible transformation
Bought in a bankruptcy sale, it's proved a great investment
By Kerryn Harper-Cuss
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I've found the secret to a truly luxurious bath set-up - this simple bathroom buy is budget-friendly too
When organisation and spa-inspired design combine
By Holly Cockburn
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I overspent when renovating because of these 5 decisions
This is what I wish I had done differently
By Sarah Handley
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I always keep a roll of masking tape on hand when vacuum cleaning – it's the best way to keep skirting boards scuff-free
Now I don’t vacuum without it
By Lauren Bradbury
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Marble is elegant, timeless, but also pricey – yet, I just found 2 high-street brands selling affordable marble furniture and accessories
I love marble furniture but not the price tag – so imagine my excitement when I found these budget-friendly pieces
By Sara Hesikova
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How we fund the content that you read on Ideal Home
By Heather Young
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Renovation experts all agree that most wall removal mistakes stem from this initial blunder
Here's how you can avoid it
By Sarah Handley