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How we test fans and portable air conditioners at Ideal Home
This is how we review every fan and portable air conditioner we recommend to you, by testing them in our own homes.
By Sarah Handley
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6 things stylish Japandi bedrooms always have
Combine Japanese minimalism with rustic Scandi style to create a calm and restful sleep space
By Lisa Fazzani
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I stopped paying for a window cleaner and used these DIY window cleaning tools instead – they offer professional-looking results without the price tag
Your windows will look better than ever
By Lauren Bradbury
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The 3 things we'd never DIY again (and the 3 we'd absolutely repeat) – why we’re no longer trying to do everything
Experience hasn’t made us less hands-on, just made more selective.
By David and Andrew Harrison-Colley
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I don’t have the space to store a full-size carpet cleaner in my small home – this is how I refresh my carpets for spring without one
No storage space? No problem!
By Lauren Bradbury
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18 garden furniture ideas for creating a stylish and functional outdoor space, no matter the size and your budget
Whether you're dining or lounging, this is how to create a garden you and your guests will want to spend time in
By Laurie Davidson
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5 things people with a tidy under-the-sink cupboard always have – clutter-busting tools to double your storage space and curb the chaos
Fix the mess once and for all
By Lauren Bradbury
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I found my perfect rug at the perfect price – one that can handle muddy paws, popcorn explosions and everyday chaos, whilst still making my heart sing
I faced a choice: calm things down… or lean all the way in
By Hannah Carvell
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The best places to buy paint – I've done the research, and these are the 9 paint brands I'd recommend as a Room Decor editor
You can't go wrong with these star paint brands
By Sara Hesikova
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I'm a kitchen editor on a mission to find the best kitchen storage - these are my 5 favourite places to shop for clever space saving buys
It's the ultimate way to kickstart a spring reset
By Holly Cockburn
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I don’t know why anyone would buy a coffee table without storage – especially when they’re as stylish, clever and practical as my top 9 picks
I’m a Room Decor Editor with strong opinions, and I can’t get on board with why anyone would invest in a coffee table without storage
By Sara Hesikova
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This £35 Dunelm ottoman is all I needed to banish clutter from my bedroom floor
From shoes to bags - I'm shoving everything in this pretty ottoman
By Holly Cockburn
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Traditional kitchen storage ideas are having a renaissance in 2026 – these 3 styles are timeless for a reason
They're classic for a reason
By Holly Cockburn
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What to do with a peace lily in March – these simple care tips will guarantee glossy leaves and encourage flowering this spring
Your plant babies need a little extra TLC this month. Here's what you need to know...
By Kayleigh Dray
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It's been three years since I reviewed Sage's bestselling Express Impress coffee machine – here's how it's fared after making 1000s of coffees
It's made more than a few coffees in its time
By Molly Cleary
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New & Now
Ideal Home's Editor-in-Chief shares what's on her interiors radar right now
By Heather Young
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Slow decorating is the anti-trend approach to styling your space that experts swear by
Say goodbye to impulse buying
By Maddie Balcombe
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The 3 interior decor mistakes we made when we moved into our first home – learn from my errors so you don't fall into the same trap
Swerve these slip-ups and you’ll save time and money
By Lucy Kalice
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My nan convinced me to swap my high-tech vacuum for this old-school alternative – it’s £100s cheaper and so easy to use
It's earned a permanent spot in my cleaning cupboard
By Lauren Bradbury
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Tonal matching a bathroom vanity and walls is the secret to a stylish wash space – it makes a bathroom look so expensive
Opting for a tonal colour scheme adds interest while still creating a soothing look
By Holly Cockburn
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These 12 bedroom paint colours will hyper-personalise your sleep space – and they're all linked to your individual birth month
From January to December, these are the rainbow hues that match your birth date
By Amy Lockwood
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I don't mind if you don't love my style – why designing your home for likes might be the very thing holding it back
Unpopular Opinion: The real reason you don’t love your home (and it’s not because of your furniture)
By Natalie Jahangiry
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I've done the research – these are the white paint shades Ideal Home's most style-savvy editors use in their own homes
There’s a reason there are so many whites, because everyone likes a diferent one
By Sara Hesikova
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Reduce your household emissions: how a heat pump could help
Sponsored by E.ON Next
A heat pump could be the ideal solution for those wanting to cut their carbon footprint
By Ideal Home
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What are heat pumps and are they worth installing?
Sponsored by E.ON Next
Upgrade your gas boiler to an energy efficient alternative
By Ideal Home
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How to plan the perfect conservatory you'll use all year round – experts reveal their tips for turning this tricky room into a year-round sanctuary
Your conservatory can be so much more than a bolt-on sun trap
By Jennifer Morgan
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Medicine cabinets are getting an upgrade in 2026 – this is the stylish storage solution to choose for your next bathroom makeover
Bathroom storage deserves to be design-led
By Holly Cockburn


