<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in Outdoor-living ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Aldi's latest special buy will turn your garden into an outdoor cinema for less than £50 – get ready for the neighbours peering over the fence ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-projector-and-outdoor-inflatable-screen-2026 vv6tYpf9j98s83M7ZAZKZ6 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The Range is selling a stunning pergola that looks way more expensive than it is – I can’t believe it’s under £165 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/the-range-birchtree-metal-pergola nitf9FWWddULfW58uD5GJF Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:34:48 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry, garden sheds, this stylish small-space approved alternative is quietly replacing the storage staple – no tiny garden should be without one ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/garden-cabinets 5GYWi5UPiXCyXbw33DxzKm Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Next is selling the smartest wireless outdoor light that transforms a parasol into a floor lamp – keep the party going late into the evening ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/next-lima-portable-rechargeable-light HJJDVQdG4xjw4vYytFQa24 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:55:16 +0000 <![CDATA[ Gozney just gave its bestselling pizza ovens a colour-drench makeover (and we’re obsessed) ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/gozney-x-tonester-limited-edition-colours BKsUp95EiMPQcQonSngaHR Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Dunelm has just dropped the most stylish garden storage box to hide outdoor cushions, throws and parasols – it will instantly curb garden clutter ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/dunelm-malta-rattan-effect-garden-storage-box-with-wheels jWJCPjqgeSuG8Sp3kf7Cub Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This £25 wind spinner from Amazon turns every breeze into a mesmerising show for your garden – no wonder it has over 1000 five-star reviews! ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/amazon-gemini-solar-light-wind-spinner 2FRFDJ4CWY2BeH6B9oe8Wf Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA’s sleek new outdoor coffee table offers a simple solution for small space hosting – and it's less than £30 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/ikea-portable-outdoor-coffee-table oRk5oTq6CccTh4qY6eHneB Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Nigella Lawson's garden lighting set-up is pure magic – and her dreamy fairy light trick is surprisingly easy to copy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/nigella-lawson-garden-lighting-set-up 33Vca3srW4uYyMP2eaVsWH Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This £65 Argos Home rattan outdoor bistro set has over 3,000 reviews singing its praises – it’s an ideal choice for tiny gardens, balconies and courtyards ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/argos-home-2-seater-rattan-effect-garden-bistro-set VaE8nXXWbd2xTwAcubHAne Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi’s £13 scalloped parasol looks like it came straight from a Mediterranean resort – it’s perfect for giving your garden a chic, hotel look ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-belavi-garden-umbrella DhRAWwL7edeNGqD7xFGsG6 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Lidl is dropping a 3-in-1 smoker and grill for under £35 – I asked experts if it’s the best choice for beginner barbequers ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/lidl-grillmeister-3-in-1-smoker-grill Aka3TNanY9jNZMYejgfDpY Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Olivia Bowen has nailed the summer’s Greek garden trend by transforming her pergola into a Mediterranean-inspired oasis – the exact shade of paint she used ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/olivia-bowen-x-valspar-paint-outdoor-paint-palette ioUmUcjPKw9MYxirhh65cE Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Rain catchers are the whimsical garden feature that turns heavy downpours into a lovely water feature – I've tracked down 6 stylish options ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/garden-rain-catchers-shopping-edit MrMEpQ2HTDJVpVUE2qazG4 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:34:29 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've rounded up 12 of the best ice baths to buy on the high street - starting at £15, this is your sign to try the trend now ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/garden/outdoor-living/ice-bath-shopping-edit 65SggUoLgEUMRhD2G7AJ8H Sat, 06 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to shade a garden on a budget – 4 affordable ways to create a cool summer retreat ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/budget-friendly-ways-to-shade-a-garden 5GDznivKSTFkKMnzmibbuZ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ You’d never guess this chic solar lamp is only £17 from IKEA – it’s the perfect way to add a soft glow to your outdoor space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/ikea-solvinden-led-decoration-lighting aNxW3NyKWF27BBDSCaMnn7 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Rain chains are the beautiful garden feature that will turn heavy downpours into a free source of water for plants – the 6 prettiest ones to hang up now ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/rain-chain-shopping-edit uGWCSsfmhyWoNs8VQRL9PN Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:50:00 +0000 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:33:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi's tabletop gas grill is a gamechanger for small gardens – at only £40, it's the perfect way to dine alfresco on a budget this summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-tabletop-gas-grill ebnx4uZ2gdVcQfM2rU5hVn Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Habitat has slashed the price of its most stylish garden egg chair to under £200 – I'd snap it up before the price jumps back up ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/habitat-kora-rattan-effect-garden-egg-chair-sale-june-2026 Qr5WoZvBxpJs3gQZFDncz Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:25:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This pretty parasol base sold out quickly after launching at John Lewis – but I scoured the internet, and found it in stock here ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/business-and-pleasure-co-scalloped-parasol-base ZvFCmYzGvhVQU4vTnXFhn9 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I can't believe this stylish garden bistro set is from Morrisons – at £50 it's the easiest, most affordable way to upgrade your outdoor space for summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/nutmeg-garden-bistro-set Vwv82FPMMaRYQEW8nf9RpQ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Outdoor table wardrobes are the secret to making alfresco hosting simple this summer – here's why you need one in your garden ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/outdoor-table-wardrobe-trend eTPbgregjv6qEDQYbnK4eV Sun, 31 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Every garden and outdoor space needs a bistro set – and I found 12 budget-friendly sets, all under £100 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/garden/outdoor-living/bistro-sets-under-100-shortlist FUMu6Rct4QHUL7rResyv9a Sat, 30 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:20:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ Saunas and ice baths are making their way into our outdoor spaces in 2026 – here's why this wellness trend is made for gardens and budgets of any size ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/sauna-and-ice-bath-garden-trend-2026 sxEzsmYMW4FoAXJq5VPpJa Sat, 30 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Outdoor floor lamps are the biggest garden lighting trend of 2026 – these are the 12 lamps I’d happily invest in to brighten up a summer evening ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/garden/outdoor-living/outdoor-floor-lamps-editor-top-picks-collection m5ZiZNcB8eWSBRbQXzorvc Fri, 29 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Where to buy the most stylish outdoor floor lamps – these are the 7 brands and retailers I’m recommending to everybody right now ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/where-to-buy-outdoor-floor-lamps aDkRAxE8qYqJLZY6wxF56o Fri, 29 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:56:32 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry luxe grills, IKEA’s £45 cast-iron BBQ is the affordable alternative that’s ‘great for steaks’ – be quick, it’s already selling out ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/ikea-soluppgang-bbq vJoMJGfQH24Q5ruMH2M7fJ Fri, 29 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've hunted high and low for the best pizza oven stands under £350 – these 12 stand out styles caught my eye for stylish summer cooking ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/garden/outdoor-living/pizza-oven-stands-under-350-shortlist BN3NkeTpPKJQAnAcX6Eh3d Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Convenience zones are the secret to making your outdoor cooking space work harder this summer – from social zones to prep areas, here's how to create a functional layout ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/outdoor-kitchen-convenience-zones wHtowjLHinPANDeN8kSKdQ Thu, 28 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Two years on from my first review of Ninja's Woodfire Outdoor Oven, this is everything I've learned about owning a pizza oven long term – as well as the drawbacks ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/two-years-on-from-reviewing-the-ninja-woodfire-outdoor-oven LNTX7dozFADT6ZQAx6KWDK Sun, 24 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ A genius way to get the look of real wood without the upkeep – this new garden furniture trend combines style and practicality and I can’t recommend it enough ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/wood-effect-metal-garden-furniture PswsZxtceEBSJvCzP4s6qc Sat, 23 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m calling it, hammocks are the must-have garden seating idea for 2026 – they’re an essential for creating a calm, relaxing space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/garden-hammock-trend-2026 EX4TPfJQPAGdAmQKbEZBjf Sat, 23 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 outdoor kitchen trends to get your garden ready for hosting and dining – from low-cost paint updates to lighting that adds ambience ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/outdoor-kitchen-trends-2026 8UNtRFF9S9bDSTM2vXE6EQ Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I have expensive taste without the budget to match – these are the garden furniture sale finds I’d actually buy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/garden/outdoor-living/garden-fruniture-sale-finds-shopping-edit rSBSEGTffiPj6DcbLDXZS6 Fri, 22 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Habitat’s ruffled outdoor pouffe is the small-garden buy guests will obsess over this summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/habitat-blue-and-white-stripe-pouffe P8FcoT23uMfm8i6FhCkxNE Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Alfresco dining season is finally here – from wall lights to table lamps, these are the outdoor kitchen lighting picks to complete your set-up ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/garden/outdoor-living/outdoor-kitchen-lighting-shopping-edit ZkZ2i4j3zV2WpnU3LnxmrK Thu, 21 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry garden parasols, Aldi’s £15 sun sail is a must-have for shading a small garden in style this summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-belavi-sun-sail WzNSpiCzd9sWU7xuairyb6 Thu, 21 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This genius John Lewis garden furniture design doubles as a dining and lounge set – it’s the perfect small garden solution ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/john-lewis-platform-garden-dining-lounge-set TG9gXkYdj9yumxskJ8YPvF Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi’s £100 garden dining set is more than £1,000 cheaper than this cult designer alternative – and it's hard to tell the difference ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-metal-dining-set JZQMCsfLf7M2MQ8XNNQXTY Tue, 19 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 3 interior designers reveal the 7 things all stylish balconies have in common – ‘Even small balconies can feel elevated with the right styling’ ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/things-all-stylish-balconies-have FP3HMLzv7z3ZuY2vnEHac5 Mon, 18 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ There’s a reason this IKEA garden storage box is selling fast – with a built-in seat and stylish screen, it’s a game changer for small gardens ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/ikea-nammaro-storage-box-and-privacy-screen MpQB8L3j7NsfyX8ZcThANU Sat, 16 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm a pro at finding space-saving garden furniture that makes the most of every inch in a small garden – these are the 12 designs I recommend ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/garden/outdoor-living/space-saving-outdoor-furniture-editors-top-picks ZHKHvkrmJZubT2gCgxioy3 Sat, 16 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Fri, 22 May 2026 09:35:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ B&Q's chic garden furniture set looks twice the price it actually is – it will have all your guests guessing where it's from ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/b-and-q-giza-4-seater-coffee-set rz4LVUUcnkqYAPJvYMboYN Sat, 16 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ M&S just cracked the code on how to make your old garden sofa look brand new and on-trend for under £35 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/m-and-s-just-cracked-the-code-on-how-to-make-your-old-garden-sofa-look-brand-new-and-on-trend-for-under-gbp35 xYpkBJyqHmSvJjWnjro7jn Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sun loungers are the ‘it’ garden furniture buy for this summer – and I’ve found 12 of the best ones for every budget and style ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/collection/garden/outdoor-living/best-sun-loungers ye9v7vDLzp7HLaWTMrDyZZ Fri, 15 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:04:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ I check the new-in garden furniture at Very daily – these are the 7 stylish sets going under the radar you'll want to snap up before the bank holiday ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/very-garden-furniture-picks-spring-2026 Mj5cUnBzqubN8nvnbuFPZc Thu, 14 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry, fire pits, this is the stylish outdoor heating solution I'm using to keep warm in the garden on chilly nights this summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/b-and-q-chiminea-alternative-fire-pit fU6FxoN9GCiQk6TP6xVYnj Wed, 13 May 2026 17:30:00 +0000 Fri, 15 May 2026 08:20:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to clean garden furniture so it looks brand-new – the best ways to tackle wooden, metal, plastic and rattan sets ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/how-to-clean-garden-furniture BNPrLCHb8S3nyZM4wkg7h9 Wed, 13 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 Mon, 18 May 2026 10:48:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ I just discovered the chicest solar garden lights at The White Company to illuminate my lazy summer evenings in style ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/the-white-company-wicker-solar-garden-lights JcpccfvTMXuyS5Y67fpMJh Wed, 13 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000