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Your birth month has a specific flower – this is the meaning behind yours, and the best varieties to add to your garden
Birth flowers are enjoying a quiet revival right now. Here's what you need to know about yours...
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3 'unusable' bathroom layouts that actually work – I spoke to interior designers to discover the clever layout tips they've used in pokey bathrooms
These are the tricks the pros use
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Interior experts say we'll be waving goodbye to these outdated bedroom colours in 2026 – these are the trends replacing them
Goodbye cool whites, hello rich and earthy tones
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How I avoid making these common colour mistakes in my rented home – my confidence-building tips to help you make your space feel more personal
Remember it can always be reversed!
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How we test coffee machines – all of the details on our review process and the key benchmarks we're judging each machine by
We've tested dozens of coffee machines as part of our in-house review process. Here's the detail on exactly how we manage it
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Maximalist design brings this mini Cotswolds cottage roaring to life
Punchy tones and cheerful patterns are a mark of style and confidence
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The 5 design features I consider completely non-negotiable – secrets behind every well-designed home that make everyday life easier and calmer
The quiet, behind-the-scenes decisions that really make or break how a house feels
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How we test electric heaters and oil-filled radiators at Ideal Home
We review every electric heater and oil-filled radiator we recommend to you, testing them in real homes. This is how we do it and why you can trust us
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How we’re making 2026's interior trends work in our renovation – a real life home that includes budgets, compromises, changing tastes and all
From confidence with colours to the importance of texture
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How to plan the perfect feel-good room – 3 interior experts share their tips for the ultimate mood-boosting home makeover
Looking to lift your home's mood? We asked the experts for their tips on creating a feel-good space
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How do oil-filled radiators actually work?
This is what the pros told me, including how long they stay warm after they’ve been switched off
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How my screen printing shapes my use of colour at home – it's about balance, layering and intuition, and not knowing how it will turn out is part of the fun!
The layering process is just as important in interiors as it is in my art
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I’m a home heating expert, and this is how long you should have your electric heater on for
Plus, how long is too long?
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Sorry, white en-suites - colour is reigning supreme in 2026, and these are the 3 en-suite colour trends to choose
Bijou bathrooms deserve a colour injection too
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5 things people with tidy open plan kitchens always do when designing their cooking space – expert-approved tips to discourage clutter
A tidy space starts with a clever design
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6 things every charming and homely farmhouse kitchen has – how to hit the balance between comfort and character
Create a characterful kitchen that's the heart of your home
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Clever planning and bold use of colour combine to create a kitchen that is both practical and eye-catching
As wraparound kitchen extensions go, this one's a winner
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Tapestries are making a comeback – how to embrace this trend without it feeling dated
This medieval classic is getting a modern reinvention
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How to grow raspberries and save a fortune on high-quality fruit
Key tips for abundant harvests
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How to multiply your monstera for free – the budget-friendly propagation trick for even more houseplants
Why buy more houseplants when your monstera is more than happy to make them for you? Here’s how to propagate it successfully, even if you’re a beginner.
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If I was buying my first home again, here's what I'd save and splurge on – from furniture to appliances, how to make savvier choices
Save money by going secondhand when you can
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Is Amalficore making a comeback? I’m seeing the home decor trend everywhere this year
Goodbye rain, hello summer
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Small garden ideas – 37 game-changing ways to plant and landscape a tiny outdoor space
Our favourite small-space upgrades
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Our fully qualified experts have put in the hours so they can help you buy the very best products for your home
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4 major hydrangea pruning mistakes to avoid in spring – and what to do instead for bigger, brighter blooms this year
Your hydrangea will thank you for avoiding these common pruning mistakes....
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I underestimated how much selling my house would set me back – but experts say that doing this one thing can drastically cut moving costs
This is how I plan to save hundreds (while also keeping my stress levels down!)
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I went behind the scenes of 4 kitchen designers' very own kitchens - these are the insider tips from the best designers in the game
This is how the pros do it
