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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 everythingExperience 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 oneNo 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 budgetWhether 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 chaosFix 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 singI 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 editorYou can't go wrong with these star paint brands
By Sara Hesikova
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This house is a masterclass in how to create a stylish home from an unlikely propertyYou'd never know it was once a barn and triple garage
By Janet McMeekin
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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 buysIt'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 picksI’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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Traditional kitchen storage ideas are having a renaissance in 2026 – these 3 styles are timeless for a reasonThey'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 springYour 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 coffeesIt's made more than a few coffees in its time
By Molly Cleary
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New & NowIdeal 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 bySay 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 trapSwerve these slip-ups and you’ll save time and money
By Lucy Kalice
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One careless cut to your plants this spring could mean fewer flowers and lacklustre growth – garden experts share how to avoid making this easy mistakeEager to get pruning now that spring has arrived? Garden experts have a warning for you...
By Kayleigh Dray
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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 useIt'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 expensiveOpting for a tonal colour scheme adds interest while still creating a soothing look
By Holly Cockburn
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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 backUnpopular 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 homesThere’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 helpSponsored 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 sanctuaryYour 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 makeoverBathroom storage deserves to be design-led
By Holly Cockburn
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This cosy barn conversion proves that small rooms never need to compromise on stylePacked with plenty of rustic charm, this home provided the owners with the space they needed to start a family
By Sara Emslie
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3 things our builder has done that have made living through our extension project more bearable – the renovation essentials I never knew I neededThey've made our lives so much more comfortable
By Leah Hodson
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What's the best way to a bigger kitchen – an extension or a remodel?It might seem obvious but I asked the experts, and their opinions might surprise you
By Natasha Brinsmead


