<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Things you can no longer recycle when decluttering due to new bin rules in England – and what to do with them instead ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/storage-organisation-decluttering/things-you-can-no-longer-recycle-when-decluttering x4WsTFTTTrT2fXLGLeQrUb Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 4 beautiful ways to add Eastern elegance to your home – how to style chinoiserie and glossy accessories with timeless appeal ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/eastern-elegance-looks-that-last 2aQ1XkQrw9HVEuo9X7GnVC Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +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[ I wish I had a bigger hallway — is a porch the answer? I asked the pros for the 3 best ways to achieve more space in this part of my home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/ways-to-a-bigger-hallway Q2YkkVuinL2jfmU5fyiaZB Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a storage-obsessed editor who hates how ugly storage baskets can be – these are the pretty-but-practical alternatives to add to your home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/house-manual/storage-organisation-decluttering/pretty-but-practical-storage-baskets-collection-2026 35S733U64bdMjh4vBmSZnk Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Slowing down and making do – how I'm embracing a home that evolves slowly and imperfectly ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/open-house/hannah-carvell-slowing-down-and-making-do mhx7rVTvuk9k5G8fy2shFM Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve spent hours searching for the best parasols – these are the 20 I'd recommend for shading a garden in style, from striped styles to tilting ones ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/garden/outdoor-living/best-parasols PYLQH6Ax8rNmZagaBcGzL4 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 3 tell-tale signs that your lawn is compacted and needs aerating now to guarantee lush green grass when summer arrives ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-tell-if-your-lawn-is-compacted MWUcNKJwg9fjjp3rErYvb7 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +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[ These milk steaming mistakes are standing in the way of you unlocking barista-level coffee at home – our experts have fixes for all of them ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/coffee/milk-steaming-mistakes uXJ2Jxi5dWPaJ8M8QSc2oF Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Plug-in solar panels will soon be available in the UK — this is everything we know about how they work ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/energy-saving/what-are-plug-in-solar-panels qnjwQzWT24uAnRgY35MhGJ Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +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[ IKEA's stylish yet subtle solar lights gave my garden borders a glow up – they've made my front garden feel welcoming again ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/ikea-solivinden-led-solar-powered-stake-lights jt8SfiDizZKsfYXLfk2zN5 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:25:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ The unexpected colourful chair theory is the easiest way to revamp a kitchen this spring – this is how to get the look ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/kitchen/unexpected-colourful-chair-theory fBMYfuiuDoPNLkXTojjZ8j Sun, 19 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +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[ April is peak slug and snail season – here's how to protect your plants before it's too late with these simple expert tips ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-protect-plants-from-slugs-and-snails-in-april 6mhaVEBFB3PJiNgRCvGRzL Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +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[ I'm a picky kitchen editor with strong opinions about appliances – this is why I'd buy the ProCook kettle and toaster again after owning them for 2 years ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/procook-kettle-and-toaster-two-years-on k4c7yGdjMwBdSL8ywTTaYR Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ My mum always has show-stopping climbing plant displays, and this plant is the fast-growing star of her garden trellis – it's the perfect low-maintenance privacy plant ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/passion-flower-for-privacy M8ZYTStW5R5WR6TVbi3MKQ Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +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[ How to make your front door look expensive – 6 expert-approved ways to elevate your entrance and impress your guests ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/hallway/how-to-make-a-front-door-look-expensive viSFfKn5Wce3aPybnskNq Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Garden trolleys are the trendiest addition to an outdoor space this year - it's the most affordable and versatile way to add storage, no matter the size of your garden ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/garden-trolley-trend unmnS8L8NWuWgyRxqPHU3Y Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m answering your domestic dilemmas – these are my top tips to solve your real life cleaning queries ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/open-house/lucy-kalice-domestic-deilemmas-april-2026 QAwtPuqgu66L372hUpb6aK Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:44:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ What to do with camellias in April – these simple spring jobs will keep them looking healthy during and after their final flush of flowers ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-do-with-camellias-in-april LJnNzjaQc7eVBobGrcPTSX Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +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[ 5 counter-top kitchen appliances you should always unplug when not in use — I’ve been wasting so much money on my energy bills by leaving mine plugged in ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/energy-saving/counter-top-kitchen-appliances-to-unplug-after-use 5KpaxfWzD2XcBTAc9ZJZH6 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +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[ If your grass seed isn't growing, this is the reason why – here's what you can do to fix it according experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/biggest-reason-why-you-grass-seed-isnt-growing HDrHF2LErKsifojqMMRn7U Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Vicky Pattison reveals her home pet peeve, worst home habit and the household chore she actually loves doing ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/vicky-pattison-home-truths 2USNhnn4VJQRsz18YpA75k Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've used the Joseph Joseph SinkTech range every day for the last year – this is why I recommend it to everyone, as a picky kitchen editor ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/kitchen/one-year-on-joseph-joseph-sinktech x456NnrRfvjvqEPkwUuKt6 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +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[ What to plant with roses – these 5 companion plants stave off blackfly, hide bare stems and attract beneficial insects ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-plant-with-roses fQtpnHw6RBHW3nrRuR5Av6 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Flatpack, but make it bespoke – the IKEA hack tips and tricks I swear by ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/open-house/natalie-jahangiry-the-ikea-hack-tips-and-tricks-i-swear-by xcWmuHFnQZnZPYgziuKyP7 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +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[ I'm copying my mum's secret recipe to bring goldfinches to her garden – it's all about the right food, specific feeders, and key plants ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-my-mum-attracts-goldfinches-to-her-garden eHiFYL7aqLGnQ8suzTw4Y7 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:36:30 +0000 <![CDATA[ Gallery walls are trending again for 2026, but they have a fresh new twist – this is how I made the 'everyday exhibits' trend work in my kitchen ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/gallery-walls-everyday-exhibits-trend-2026 LdnsAAuyUZU93Nho3Ng3GR Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ What to do with strawberry plants in April – 6 key tasks for a bountiful harvest and sweeter fruit ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-do-with-strawberries-in-april BEZcjosJJATMUU5jdjcdnC Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ A kitchen tray is the ultimate decorative touch to complete your cooking space – these are the 12 trendiest trays to buy, according to a kitchen editor ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/all-rooms/kitchen/a-kitchen-tray-is-the-ultimate-decorative-touch-to-complete-your-cooking-space-these-are-the-12-trendiest-trays-to-buy-according-to-a-kitchen-editor FDncLGwGVmQokFvP2g6ra5 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a furniture editor that’s hard to impress, but these garden coffee tables have done it – they’re a must-have in any outdoor living room ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/garden/outdoor-living/outdoor-coffee-tables-editor-shortlist tVmV5gx23YWtyegmDkipE Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 'one-third rule' is crucial for cutting your grass in April – experts say it'll keep your lawn healthy and stress-free ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-height-should-you-cut-your-grass-in-april XT5ZtphDZpunRnatPehy4C Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:12:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 ways I’ve saved money during our renovation – without compromising on quality! ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/open-house/leah-hodson-5-ways-i-saved-during-our-renovation 3VRy7AN9duRS4H2qjLEo3k Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +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