<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in News ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/feed Fri, 01 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ IKEA is selling the most stylish retro garden parasol I’ve seen this year – I can’t believe it costs less than £20 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/ikea-strandon-orange-parasol zgSznw4SUvNnmzsg7sGGke Fri, 01 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Wayfair is selling an outdoor sofa that looks identical to one of IKEA’s bestsellers – and it’s almost £200 cheaper! ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/ikea-havsten-outdoor-sofa-lookalike-from-wayfair 8ToE8L4RNLWcNQq2NZdrwR Fri, 01 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ A new small-kitchen-friendly indoor pizza oven from Kenwood just dropped – and the price tag is so much more appealing than you'd expect ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/kitchen-appliances/kenwood-my-pizzeria-indoor-pizza-oven-launch T6ekn5wzCvYzS2k3pihizd Fri, 01 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 3 humane ways to deter foxes from your food waste bin and stop them spreading rubbish in your street, according to pros ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-deter-foxes-from-a-food-waste-bin h9QbaUpEqNAN5pSyKh7MSc Fri, 01 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Homeowners warned to avoid this expensive garden furniture cover mistake this summer that could permanently damage outdoor sofas and dining sets ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/garden-furniture-cover-summer-damage-warning VwfBUPDMhC6GVEH7YhAHic Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Habitat has just dropped the most stylish bedding sets with cult British-brand Scion – 6 picks to instantly refresh your bedroom on a budget ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/bedding/habitat-x-scion-ss26-bedding-collection LM5WRQ6cbuKyTaUWYHMeTn Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Wren Kitchens is closing 15 stores in the US – what the closures mean for the UK ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/kitchen/wren-kitchens-us-closures CRra5Vv4izyoA4tNKrEDHf Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:55:00 +0000 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:04:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ If I had my own garden, I’d be buying these £25 pebble-shaped outdoor lights from Next right now – they’re already sold out in one of the sizes ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/next-natural-pebble-outdoor-solar-lights EXTqkgusHojPGGX7ek4Pdg Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Dyson has just solved the biggest problem I have with cordless vacuums – meet their first self-emptying vacuum cleaner ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/dyson-v10-konical-and-auto-empty-dok-launch rd2dR2tqrihD4MvzM3uW8J Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:15:35 +0000 <![CDATA[ This popular slug removal hack could actually be attracting more slugs to your garden, experts warn – what to do instead to avoid a 'slugageddon' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/beer-trap-for-slugs-warning cLEcHQgijC6wZupFLRWSsD Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Habitat’s five-star egg BBQ is on sale and cheaper than Lidl and Aldi – you need to be quick as one size has already sold out ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/habitat-mini-tabletop-kamado-charcoal-bbq oHkTvjTZu94KFhpVegJRkU Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Very’s most stylish outdoor furniture is in its May bank holiday sale – these 6 bargain pieces will give your garden an instant glow up ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/very-bank-holiday-outdoor-furniture-sale-may-2026 YenRpgBenmBF7oXhfB9nLf Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:35:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Step aside, fancy garden furniture, George Home is proving stylish garden furniture can be done on a budget – this stunning rattan lounge chair proves it ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/george-home-rattan-garden-lounge-chair TsVgWrZqwd8f6nNUfsQUXa Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ B&M has just slashed the price of its already-affordable garden egg chair – everything you need to know about it’s 50% off garden furniture sale ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/b-and-m-may-bank-holiday-bonanza-garden-furniture-sale tqJjCQQMFb39xHboDp6CFf Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi’s super-affordable gas pizza oven is back and £230 cheaper than Ooni – I’m obsessed with its on-trend update for 2026 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-pizza-oven-green-colourway-2026 nsEsjCQVmyprNtApZGuPi Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Waste experts reveal what to put in a compost bin vs a food waste bin – mistaking the two could cost you a healthy garden ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/cleaning/differences-between-food-waste-bin-and-compost-bin 3V4H2Q63WQ8xC9zA8Yk52K Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Banish bad smells from your food waste bin with this simple cleaning trick – all you need is this 1 cupboard essential ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/cleaning/how-to-stop-a-food-waste-bin-smelling 5nqRjA8Qx3S4ifUwvUbBAB Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Experts urge gardeners to spread this natural material in their garden in May to deter slugs – it has so many more benefits, too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/wool-to-deter-slugs-from-plants Sj3HsEUBmv5oubmrUyXAmM Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The secret weapon experts swear by for happy, hydrated hanging baskets all summer long – and you can even water them less ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/moisture-control-gel-for-hanging-baskets wAGCDbRwyBm8ykhxZ8Bnmm Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 things renters need to know before the Renters Rights Act comes into effect on 1 May in England and Wales ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/owning-renting/things-renters-need-to-know-about-renters-rights-act X39isAUMtxyvmNkRSuL2xf Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry, garden sheds, IKEA's sleek space-saving garden cabinet is a must-have for tiny gardens and will hold all your tools ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-tools/ikea-kolbjorn-cabinet 7ruYcJmzbZUagbqgavDa9D Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:52:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 scents ants hate, and how to use them to stop these pests plaguing your home and garden this summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/cleaning/scents-ants-hate CLBpFzNqXbkvUqKwsvmdP9 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:48:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ Ninja's EverClad range is bound to be a sellout thanks to its stainless steel, non-toxic features – it's here to rival bestselling picks from HexClad and Made In ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/cookware/ninja-everclad-stainless-steel-cookware-launch VKcAKeeJWuqk7bpfEYvnKg Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi has updated its stunning £50 mosaic solar water feature for 2026 – its sunny new design will transform your garden into a Mediterranean oasis ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-solar-water-feature-2026-upgrade mrroT96Rk5oxkcEfdzdTx7 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ What to do with tomato plants in April – 5 vital tasks experts say to do now for a bountiful harvest and juicy, tasty produce ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-do-with-tomato-plants-in-april kEZpzmmS2Vn9Ldc738jovY Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA’s £5 food waste bin makes following new recycling rules easy and stylish – this odour-proof bin is also perfect for tiny spaces ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/cleaning/ikea-farmarkvast-food-waste-bin DE5cWxNrxM7XSmGguXfHc Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Experts say this Scandi sleep hack is the key to a better night's sleep – especially with a heatwave on the horizon ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/bedding/scandi-sleep-hack-april-heatwave cfpxv4Kr99fVzG6rzW7RBm Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi’s cult Kamado BBQ is returning to stores, and it’s more than £1,200 cheaper than Big Green Egg – it even beats Lidl on price ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-kamado-egg-bbq-may-2026 LUaYujrHQMtrsFdNugR6m4 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Experts are warning homeowners to think before they spray when spring cleaning this month – your favourite houseplant could be paying the price ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/cleaning/warning-not-to-use-cleaning-products-near-houseplants qW2BT5pkwEE2HSoDD3qTvg Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Gardeners with dogs warned of hidden danger in gardens that can be fatal – what you need to do to keep your dog safe ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/compost-toxic-to-dogs-warning 4S4b8UJwY7yCq7GFqb2fMk Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Amanda Holden has just convinced me that chandeliers can look amazing in a garden – this bold take on outdoor lighting looks magical ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/amanda-holden-garden-chandeliers BTQZWQwMsDnShwxJkkZg3X Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Loaf has a space-saving £195 solution for hosting overnight guests, and it's one of the most stylish spare bed alternatives I've seen ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/bedroom/loaf-sleepover-floor-cushion tMzoufENjPqc5NAYRP59mN Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Wild birds will flock to your garden if you start leaving out this £7 Amazon buy – it looks adorable too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/nesting-material-holders-for-birds Cxwc8HogegKXZSomggwVrL Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ QVC just dropped a colourful, 70s-style garden furniture range – I’ve seen the pieces IRL and these are my top 9 picks, including a £140 sunlounger that looks so stylish ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/qvc-studio-70-garden-furniture-collection-top-picks JuKSzo4HfK2ut7HL8uPgVh Sat, 18 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Argos is selling the chicest scalloped potting table – it’s perfect for showing off potted plants in a tiny garden ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-tools/argos-home-green-scallop-potting-table RxuZ5nEDboq5X5VEuhs2n3 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA's clever new trinket tray has gone seriously viral on TikTok – for just £15, it doubles as a lamp and phone charger too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/ikea-vastmarke-wireless-charger-with-lighting WhjmxgbsHLb8ESh9WkwWEX Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Lidl is selling a new Kamado egg BBQ that is more than £1,200 cheaper than the Big Green Egg – everything you need to do to get your hands on one ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/lidl-medium-ceramic-egg-grill FGTwXpZ2BKAivnto3TPXc Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Stacey Solomon’s new summer range for George Home will instantly make your bedroom look brighter – 6 Mediterranean-inspired styles that are perfect for summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/bedroom/stacey-solomon-george-home-high-summer-collection-2026 Wynxuta9PicYMsRSjkFe4S Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ David Beckham has put his stamp on this bestselling Ninja coffee machine in a brand new and exclusive colourway – complete with a wood grain portafilter ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/coffee/ninja-luxe-cafe-pro-x-david-beckham-launch 5yda8pz8ZLii979WN7BKcC Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:20:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ Phillips new bean-to-cup coffee machine is like having a mini cafe in your kitchen – it can make over 50 drinks, hot and iced ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/coffee/philips-cafe-aromis-bean-to-cup-coffee-machine-first-look eXJ7EdQkv4EMSePbtVM2UQ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:21:34 +0000 <![CDATA[ Mary Berry’s secret recipe for keeping slugs and snails at bay is ‘dead easy’ – and really effective ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/mary-berry-garlic-spray-for-slugs-and-snails ZLjV8jtDixbU5jApx5BdvL Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA's £4 space-saving bins will make following the new, simpler recycling rules in England easier – they're perfect for sorting waste in a tiny kitchen ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/storage-organisation-decluttering/ikea-troskning-bin Asz2z5wSKVuLbRsD5pzSCk Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 4 garden fence colours that can lower your home’s value and make it harder to sell, according to experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/fence-colours-that-devalue-a-home 9Ydeq9Gd2ah6FRe7A8WC2k Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Shoppers can't stop raving about this stylish sofa bed – and at £339 for a three-seater, I'm not surprised it's selling out fast ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/sofas/dusk-hudson-click-clack-sofa-bed 557CwxyhcTMTSqWAthpkqH Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi is selling a clever mattress vacuum for under £25 that banishes allergens, mites and bacteria with zero chemicals ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/cleaning/aldi-ambiano-mites-vacuum-cleaner VJcbZYpYZgL4HnFVrxd7jK Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Amazon launches a rival to Samsung's Frame TV – a first look at the stylish new TV you can hide in plain sight ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/smart-home/amazon-ember-artline-tv-launch FMCnbW2vFq5c7vQW9yLG9e Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:40:00 +0000 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:46:15 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi's £2.99 air fryer accessories solve all of the problems I've had with liners before – plus, they're the perfect quick fix for air fryers that have lost their non-stick coating ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/aldi-air-fryer-liners-april-2026 X5KKky67TAbiMnboQtaCRA Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 79councils across England are exempt from new recycling rules up till 2043 – check if yours is one of them ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/cleaning/councils-delaying-new-recycling-rules xYXszZuyRQJn6N7VgNcF7C Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Nespresso's super slim Vertuo Up coffee machine has finally dropped in the UK – here's why it's perfect for cosier kitchens and iced coffee fans ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/coffee/nespresso-vertuo-up-coffee-machine-launch KFbV9MmHnLmusekSEhrLWe Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:10:00 +0000 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:22:20 +0000 <![CDATA[ Waste experts reveal how to deter flies from your food waste bin this summer – 3 easy fixes to make following new recycling rules a breeze ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/cleaning/how-to-deter-flies-from-food-waste-bin sLVravnuxv9fcrWBtpjrUU Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000