Latest Buying Guides
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Brunch kitchens are the perfect trend to try this spring – these are 12 buys to upgrade your tablescape for Mother's Day, Easter and beyond
These buys will carry you through all summer
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4 of the best white-flowering shrubs to plant now for fluffy, cloud-like blooms
They produce a gorgeous fragrance
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Gorgeous high street buys for £20 and under – as chosen by Ideal Home's Deputy Editor
Treat your home this month to one of these great value homeware finds
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My Spring Cleaning routine transforms my home every year
My tips and tricks so that your home can have its own transformation too
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This is the best way to overseed a lawn full of moss in spring – experts share their simple method to bring your grass back to life
Mossy lawn getting you down? Here's how to overseed it and get the grassy verge of your dreams...
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20 garden screening ideas that create instant privacy – our favourite ways to conceal an outdoor space
Inspiration for every garden
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8 ways to design a kitchen extension that is fresh and modern
But that won't look dated a few years down the line
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Pied wagtails will flock to your garden if you add these simple wildlife-friendly features – experts say these cheery little birds don't use hanging feeders so here's what to do instead
They’re some of the cutest birds around, so how best to get the charming wagtail into your garden? Here’s what the pros advise...
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My smart spending guide to creating a chic kitchen without breaking the bank – plus I reveal which fixtures and fittings I'm using in my own space
My designer insight into where to splurge and where to save in your kitchen
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This modern cottage is designed for family life and style
Relaxed, characterful and cute – this home has it all!
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Renovation Diary: We’re at a turning point in our kitchen renovation, and for the first time since we started, the end feels genuinely within reach
Now I can start planning my dream utility
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6 ways to make your patio look more expensive than it really is without breaking the bank
Try these planting and styling tips
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I went to the leading kitchen and bathroom show – these are the 5 new releases you need to know about for a clever and stylish home in 2026
You'll want to keep these on your radar
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How we test carpet cleaners – the exact review process we follow and the key features we look for in a 5-star model
This is how we test carpet cleaners as part of our in-house review process (spoiler alert: it gets messy)
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I went a whole month without using my tumble dryer to avoid wasting energy, but it turns out I had to sacrifice something else in return
While I saved some money, this is why I'm not sure it was worth it
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How I scratch my interior design itch without filling my home up again with new ‘stuff’ – easy (and free!) ways I use to make it feel fresh and inspiring
Creativity, not consumption, is the real secret to a stylish space
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'We carried our furniture on foot from one house to the other'
An Edwardian property across the street proved a dream renovation project
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Honeyed terrazzo and a spectacular up-and-over window have turned this bathroom into a natural oasis
Gorgeous houseplants and a muted colour palette make the view the star of the show
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I persuaded my partner to let me paint our living room walls pink, and the result was transformative – it's the ultimate new neutral
It completely changed how the room feels
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These 3 one-time ways to save energy are ideal for busy people like me
Now is the time to do them
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Is the fear of 'getting it wrong' standing between you and a home full of personality? My advice on treating colour as an accessory rather than a commitment
Inject personality into your home without overwhelming it (or yourself!)
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I've designed and built two kitchens – here are the 7 things I would urge everyone to think about before starting
These are some hard lessons learned that will take your kitchen design from uninspired to bespoke
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I look at bathrooms day in, day out – these are the best places to buy bathroom vanities that are stylish and have heaps of storage
There's something for every budget
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3 things I use to make sure that my house is always guest-ready and I never need to do a fast tidy-up before visitors arrive
These buys have been a lifesaver when hosting
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A recipe for success - see how a neutral palette with modern twists has transformed this period property
Plenty of panelling and natural texture, along with earthy colours has helped make the most of this period property
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How to create a fairytale cottage garden – 6 ways to make your garden look like it fell out of a storybook
The secret to adding English cottage garden charm to your outdoor space
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29 toy storage ideas to keep clutter at bay in your living room and prevent a messy play area
These are the best ways to create an organised and clutter-free family home
