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April 2026
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- April 30th
- Switch Up For Spring Whatever Your Style
- 3 simple ways to get more out of your air purifier this spring – top tips to combat pollen, dust and other nasty allergens
- I finally made my own café curtain after coveting the adorable bistro trend for years – it cost less than £35 and has transformed my open-plan kitchen
- Sorry sage green, interior designers say these are the 3 soothing colours the most stylish bedrooms are using instead in 2026
- My kitchen renovation is finally complete – take a look at the big reveal!
- Now I've tried it, I know exactly why David Beckham changed this one thing about Ninja's bestselling coffee machine – it makes such a big difference to day-to-day use
- April 29th
- I've tried HexClad's pans and knives – but my favourite thing from the brand is this under £100 star buy that I use 3 times a day
- These outdoor kitchens all use the same simple but effective colourful trick for a striking and stylish look – and you can recreate it in a weekend
- The reality of a builder’s finish – and why prep work is essential to save both time and money
- April 28th
- Got a conservatory that's already starting to overheat? I asked the experts whether conservatory air conditioning is a worthwhile investment or a waste of money
- Only the most efficient cleaners use these steam cleaner hacks in their home – I swear by them as Ideal Home’s Cleaning Editor
- My low spend year, what I learned – and why I would do it again
- I asked 3 interior designers and paint experts what colour to pair with Farrow & Ball’s iconic Sulking Room Pink – these are the 3 shades they recommended for stylish spaces
- April 27th
- Plan the perfect workspace at home – 3 design experts reveal their tips for a stylish and productive working from home station
- Kitchen items you can no longer recycle when decluttering due to new bin rules in England – and what to do with them instead
- Does there really have to be a door between your house and conservatory or is there a way of opening them up to each other? I asked the experts for the best solution (that doesn’t break the law)
- The cost of haste – in my rush to cross the finishing line, I made some decorating choices that I’d change in a heartbeat if I had my time over
- Is your exterior house colour going out of style? Experts reveal the shades fading in popularity this year and the ones replacing them
- April 26th
- I only washed my clothes on a 30° cycle for four weeks and this is how much I saved on my energy bills and my laundry is just as clean
- Fed up with clutter? This is the exact amount of crockery you *actually* need in a kitchen – as well as inspiration to ditch the rest
- 4 easy ways to dispose of garden waste if you don’t have a garden waste bin
- April 25th
- Sorry, beige, the most stylish homes are ditching this popular neutral for these 2 warm and earthy colours
- Yes, you should put coffee grounds around your bird feeder to deter pests – but with one major exception say experts
- These 3 bijou wet rooms make a serious case for ditching a shower tray in 2026 – this is how to make this stylish layout work in a tiny space
- Preloved, recycled and handmade – see how this family has furnished their truly unique home on a tiny budget
- April 24th
- My north-west garden is in shade most of the day, but B&Q's garden expert helped me create a hanging basket that will still thrive with these 5 top tips
- Solar panel myths UK homeowners still believe – and the truth behind them
- We thought the summerhouse would be the easy bit of building our forever home – but *spoiler alert* that was definitely not the case
- 7 simple ways to get the most out of your solar panels at home
- If you have a tiny garden, this is the easy-to-grow veg that thrives in small spaces – all you need is an old compost sack
- April 23rd
- I’m a gardening editor and I’m waving goodbye to my lawn – Here’s why and what we're doing instead
- Peak tree pollen season has arrived in the UK – how to keep your home’s air quality levels stable amidst the Met Office’s warnings
- Home Truths: Amanda Holden shares her homeware addiction and the one bad habit she just can’t quit
- Do pillowcases need to match your duvet cover? The experts all agree on this approach for a well-styled bed
- How I throw a garden party – without spending too much or rushing out to buy everything new
- All of the most organised food preppers have switched from glass food containers to stainless steel – I tried them to see if they're any good, and yes, they are microwave safe
- April 22nd
- 6 things people with a spotless patio always have to keep their outdoor space clean and weed-free all summer long
- Goodbye dish racks, this new space-saving trend is the ultimate alternative to keep worktops organised and clutter-free in a kitchen
- I’m obsessed with Soho Home garden furniture but can’t afford its high prices – so I found 7 budget alternatives for some of its most stylish pieces
- Dark blue walls and big opinions – why designing my 8-year-old son’s room challenged me more than I expected
- April 21st
- How we test steam cleaners and mops at Ideal Home – the exact review process we follow and what we look for in a 5-star model
- Plug-in solar panels could soon be available — but should you buy a plug-in kit or would a rooftop installation be better? I asked the experts how the two systems differ
- Solar panels at home: how they work and what they could mean for your energy bills
- The rooms we use the most and why they weren’t the ones we expected – how the reality of a renovation has quietly reshaped our plan for our home
- My sparkling floors always get so many compliments – these are the two appliances I have to thank for that (and which one I think is better)
- I asked 4 interior designers what makes an entrance look and feel unwelcoming – these are the 6 things they all agreed on
- April 20th
- Things you can no longer recycle when decluttering due to new bin rules in England – and what to do with them instead
- 4 beautiful ways to add Eastern elegance to your home – how to style chinoiserie and glossy accessories with timeless appeal
- I wish I had a bigger hallway — is a porch the answer? I asked the pros for the 3 best ways to achieve more space in this part of my home
- Slowing down and making do – how I'm embracing a home that evolves slowly and imperfectly
- April 19th
- These milk steaming mistakes are standing in the way of you unlocking barista-level coffee at home – our experts have fixes for all of them
- Plug-in solar panels will soon be available in the UK — this is everything we know about how they work
- IKEA's stylish yet subtle solar lights gave my garden borders a glow up – they've made my front garden feel welcoming again
- The unexpected colourful chair theory is the easiest way to revamp a kitchen this spring – this is how to get the look
- April 18th
- April 17th
- How to make your front door look expensive – 6 expert-approved ways to elevate your entrance and impress your guests
- Garden trolleys are the trendiest addition to an outdoor space this year - it's the most affordable and versatile way to add storage, no matter the size of your garden
- I’m answering your domestic dilemmas – these are my top tips to solve your real life cleaning queries
- 5 counter-top kitchen appliances you should always unplug when not in use – I’ve been wasting so much money on my energy bills by leaving mine plugged in
- April 16th
- If your grass seed isn't growing, this is the reason why – here's what you can do to fix it according experts
- Vicky Pattison reveals her home pet peeve, worst home habit and the household chore she actually loves doing
- I've used the Joseph Joseph SinkTech range every day for the last year – this is why I recommend it to everyone, as a picky kitchen editor
- Flatpack, but make it bespoke – the IKEA hack tips and tricks I swear by
- April 15th
- April 14th
- I traded my usual dishwasher setting for this eco-friendly alternative – it’s saving me £35 a year and my dishes are just as clean as before
- Thinking about solar panels? What UK homeowners should know before installing them
- It took longer than average to get an offer on my house – these are the 6 selling mistakes I made that I definitely won’t be making again
- After years of being obsessed with tiny homes, I’m now living in a smaller space – but is it everything I thought it would be?
- The eye-catching kitchen island design feature that will help you fake a bigger cooking space – it's an unexpected twist that will transform a room
- April 13th
- 5 things I decluttered before selling my house – how I made it look more desirable for viewings and pocketed an extra £500 (and counting) in the process
- I've put off this quick and easy task in my home for more than a year and it's cost me up to £235 on wasted energy – don't make the same mistake I did!
- The power of the cordless glow – my guide to rechargeable lights and how I use them to avoid the glare of 'the big light' in my home
- It’s my job to look at and test outdoor sofas, so it’s not easy to impress me – but these 8 garden sofas have done it
- April 12th
- I swapped using my dishwasher for handwashing my dishes for a month to avoid wasting energy, but I've got 4 reasons why it was harder to give up than I thought
- Sorry cottagecore, 'burrowcore' is the latest kitchen trend we're embracing in 2026 – it brings cosiness and storybook charm into every season
- April 11th
- Farrow & Ball has created the ultimate spring colour scheme – but it's this delicate shade that has stolen the show as the fan favourite
- The best low-maintenance evergreen shrubs for year-round privacy – these fuss-free picks create no-effort screening
- Strapped for space? This cute cottage delivers heaps of cosy, compact living inspo that proves that small can be beautiful
- April 10th
- Lidl's Le Creuset stainless steel pan lookalikes land in stores this weekend – but what do you actually get for £12.99 from these non-toxic pans?
- The chandelier that changed the way I approach designing my home – seeing a light as sculpture, presence and emotion all at once
- Kitchen islands are still a dream feature, but the anti-island trend proves why they're not destined for every home
- April 9th
- Monty Don says now is the moment to plant sweet peas outside – and shares how to set them up for a summer of tumbling, fragrant blooms
- Sorry sofa beds, I think a 'bed-in-a-box' is a far better option for a small home – these are six of the best I've seen
- What my child's favourite colour taught me about interiors – the unexpected red theory and why it brings balance, energy and a whole lot of zing
- April 8th
- Why solar-powered security is the smart home upgrade more homeowners are making this spring
- How I make my sweet pea tents (and why you should too) – no complicated carpentry, no fancy tools, just some bamboo canes, string and a bit of patience
- Is it worth splashing out on Ninja's £269 DoubleStack air fryer or does Salter's £99 version do the same job? I've tried both – for me, there's a clear winner
- April 7th
- This bathroom took a risk mixing patterned tiles and wallpaper, and the finished result is beautiful
- 8 night-scented flowering plants to add to your garden now for beautifully scented evenings all summer long
- What’s the ideal porch size? I asked the experts how you ensure an addition to the front of your home is in proportion for maximum kerb appeal
- Avoiding the quiet pressure to keep a renovation moving – the rooms we’re choosing to leave alone (for now)
- I spent £10,000 trying to add value to my house before putting it on the market – this is what was worth it, and what wasn’t
- April 6th
- An open plan design transformed this once cramped and disjointed kitchen into a bright and sociable space
- 5 bits of hidden tech that make your kitchen island work harder in your home - small tweaks that will make daily life run more smoothly
- I’ve been wasting energy through these 3 decor choices for years – and it turns out each one has been costing me up to £250 a year
- The conundrum of decorating a teenage boy’s bedroom – how I created a space that feels stylish, cool and practical
- These are the 7 garden furniture trends that you’re going to see in the most stylish outdoor spaces this summer
- April 5th
- I tried IKEA's £39 all-in-one pan side by side with the Instagram-famous £125 Always Pan – for me, there was a clear winner
- I switched to a smart kettle to avoid wasting energy six months ago, and this is how much I actually saved
- Is it ever a good idea to use a conservatory as an extra bedroom? Experts told me it’s definitely a feasible option, but only if you follow these 7 crucial pointers
- 5 messy things that guests always notice in your hallway – and the low price (but high impact) clutter busters that’ll hide them from nosy visitors
- The 6 bedroom ‘sleep thieves’ experts say are ruining your sleep – and how to fix them for a better night’s rest
- April 4th
- If your rosemary plant has gone woody and patchy, garden experts say this is exactly what you need to do to get it looking healthy for summer
- Micro kitchen islands are the savvy kitchen storage idea I'm backing in 2026, as a Kitchen Editor – it's a genius way of including an island in a small kitchen
- April 3rd
- I was outraged to find out candle jars can no longer be recycled – but to counteract the new rules, I’m shopping for refillable candles instead
- Renovation regrets – what went right, what went wrong and what we’d never do again
- These are the flowering plants to grow for privacy that will provide a natural screen full of colour – and transform an overlooked garden into a private retreat
- April 2nd
- 5 things that people with healthy air quality always have in their homes – clever (and affordable) ways to keep nasty pollutants out of the house
- What I’ve learned on my hunt for the perfect kitchen worktop – it's not just a design choice, it’s a long-term investment in how your kitchen functions
- These are the best trending colours for a bathroom vanity in 2026, according to design pros - it's a shortcut to an inspiring bathroom design
- Sit your best – discover the science of comfort when working from home
- April 1st
- Create Your Dream Kitchen
- Chintz is making a comeback, but not as you know it – this is how to give the vintage trend a modern refresh
- I'm a kitchen editor who scours the shops every day – this is everything I would buy from the Dunelm spring sale to update my kitchen on a budget
- Where to buy garden lounge sets for relaxing outside in style – these are my 8 favourite places to shop, from budget to luxury
- I hate cleaning! I've realised I'd rather clean in regular small doses than do a full house deep clean and these are my must-have products that help
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