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Sorry, Farrow & Ball! But this is the paint shade that so many stylish homes have in common‘Everyone asks what the paint colour is’
By Sara Hesikova
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Are irrigation systems worth it? The pros and cons of upgrading your watering kitPrecision, plant health and more
By Sophie King
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5 scents mosquitoes can't stand and will make your home and garden smell divineSay goodbye to painful bites this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to create a functional pet zone for your furry friend in a kitchenFrom storage to a place to sleep, here's how to make a tiny home for your pet
By Holly Cockburn
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I'm renovating my third bathroom – and I'm finally doing these things differentlyI'll never be using white grout again, for one!
By Leah Hodson
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5 shade companion planting schemes that improve plant health, reduce the need for watering and make your borders look beautifulIt's one of the easiest ways to create a climate-resilient garden
By Kezia Reynolds
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Is regular mopping or steam mopping better for your floors? My advice as Ideal Home’s Floorcare ExpertThe lowdown you (and your floors) need
By Lauren Bradbury
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After only buying vintage art, I’m now committed to buying more art directly from artistsI have a new appreciation for artists, especially those just starting out
By Amanda Jones
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If you only organise one thing this summer, make sure it’s this area – experts say invisible clutter is building upThe pros warn it's 'a home’s unofficial storage unit’
By Lauren Bradbury
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Still storing your milk in the door in summer?! Experts say your regular fridge organisation just won’t cut itWhat to do when temperatures soar
By Lauren Bradbury
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3 future-proof kitchen colours that will make your scheme stand the test of timeStrike the balance between timeless and trendy with these colour ideas
By Holly Cockburn
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My neighbour and I both have gravel driveways, but hers always looks neater than mineI've discovered her secret
By Sarah Handley
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Why I ignored everyone’s advice when designing my tiny 2×2m bathroomYou might just find that the conventional choices are the crazy ones after all
By Grace H
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Are playrooms becoming outdated? Interior designers reveal what modern families are choosing insteadWhat 3 interior designers had to say
By Sara Hesikova
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How to stop a tarmac driveway from melting in summerSolve the problem and prevent it from happening again with these expert tips
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Best plants for dry shade – 5 varieties that thrive in parched, gloomy spots in the gardenThey're tough enough to tackle both!
By Sophie King
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5 clever ways to save and reuse paddling pool water in the garden during the hot weatherI'll never empty ours on the lawn again
By Jenny McFarlane
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Layering pattern in a bathroom has never been easierIt's a huge trend for 2026 and beyond
By Holly Cockburn
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These 5 easy-to-propagate perennials will reward you with years of free flowersYou'll fill your borders without spending a thing
By Kayleigh Dray
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Low contrast colour schemes are the secret to a simple but effective bathroom designIt's a theory that can be applied to any colour palette
By Holly Cockburn
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Blending colour with period details have created a fresh and modern family homeFrom colour drenched, saturated hues to clean, pared back neutrals
By Rachel Christie
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Aldi and Lidl both have £70 Ninja Creami lookalikes – but I’d still spend £10 more on this foldaway ice cream makerThis alternative is much more small space friendly
By Molly Cleary
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How to look at Everything differently and unlock your forever interior styleThe instinct behind what we love is ultimately deeply value-led
By Francesca Swan
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5 things to declutter before going on holiday – beat the holiday blues and come home to a tidy, clutter-free homeTake note if you're jetting off this summer
By Lauren Bradbury
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I was convinced florals weren't my thing – now they're all over my homeI used to avoid floral prints at all costs, but one bold wallpaper changed everything
By Ammarah Hasham
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26 staircase idea to turn this often forgotten area of your home into a stylish, statement featureMake this neglected area of your home stand out, look elevated and memorable
By Amy Cutmore
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Stay cool this summer with the highly-rated Devola CollectionSponsored by Devola
The Devola Collection includes air conditioners, cooling fans, and dehumidifiers for staying cool this summer
By Ideal Home


