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DIY advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Diy
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Experts are warning homeowners to avoid risking this DIY job this weekendIf you're planning a trip to the DIY store this weekend you might want to rethink until the weather cools
By Ellis Cochrane
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'So clever!' – we're swooning over this hack to get the scallop lampshade look for freeThe end result is unbelievably gorgeous
By Jullia Joson
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This genius Instagram hack uses an Amazon tool to wave scuffs on the wall goodbye - and it’s less than £6!We’re in love with this Instagram hack for scuff-free walls - all thanks to a £6 Amazon tool
By Sara Hesikova
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Don't toss those old candle jars! Try these clever tricks instead to give them a new lease of lifeDo you have old candle jars lying around the house? These easy pro tips will save them from the bin and turn them into beautiful home decor
By Sara Hesikova
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Upcycling for beginners - 10 things every new DIY-er should knowTurn trash to treasure and banish trips to the tip with our upcycling for beginners’ starter guide
By Linda Clayton
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How to render a garden wall and transform your garden on a budgetRendering a garden wall can be tricky, but our easy step-by-step guide breaks it down for you
By Lauren Bradbury
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Yes, you paint plastic plant pots – but only if you follow one of these two foolproof methodsIt’s time to start a plastic plant pot revolution
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to fix chipped paint on furniture - 3 quick and easy waysGive your old furniture a new lease of life
By Lauren Bradbury
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What paint to use on skirting boards – decorating experts reveal the best and worst type of paint to useThe hits and misses of paint for skirting boards according to decorating pros
By Sara Hesikova
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How to turn unused glass bottles into beautiful vases - a step-by-step guideTransform unused glass containers into colourful vases for displaying a beautiful array of end of summer blooms
By Holly Reaney
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How to press flowers – for pretty homemade decorationsFollow this step-by-step on how to press flowers by Jamjar Edit and extend your garden blooms into autumn
By Jacky Hobbs
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How to panel a wall – DIY this trending look in your home this weekendOur guide on how to panel a wall will give you the confidence to try this effective design feature
By Emily Pointer
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How to strip paint from wood - upcycle your furniture in 4 easy stepsLooking for a design switch-up or fancy a new upcycling project? Knowing how to properly strip paint from wood is key
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to paint edges of a wall without masking tape getting involvedExperts share alternative tools for achieving clean, straight edges
By Sara Hesikova
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This wall panelling method is going viral on TikTok – how to get the look, according to DIY expertsRecreate this well-sought-after, elegant architectural feature for less
By Jullia Joson
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The do's and don'ts of spray painting appliances in the kitchen, according to expertsShould you be spray painting your kitchen appliances? Experts share their tips
By Sara Hesikova
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Are you stuck with outdated popcorn ceilings? This genius hack will remove them with just waterIt’s not the 1980s anymore so we like our ceilings nice and smooth
By Sara Hesikova
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11 house maintenance tasks experts recommend doing right now to save moneyGet prepared for the colder months by ticking these off your maintenance to-do list this week
By Jullia Joson
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How to paint behind a radiator like a proGet into all the nooks and crannies behind your radiator without removing it with this easy painting guide
By Sara Hesikova
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Can you plaster over tiles? We’ve asked the experts if this cheap alternative to retiling is really worth it...but if you still want to try this retiling alternative, we explain how to do so correctly
By Lauren Bradbury
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Embrace the cane furniture trend with this genius IKEA hackThis IKEA hack turned a simple KALLAX cabinet to an elevated bar by embracing the latest cane furniture trend
By Sara Hesikova
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This IKEA coffee table hack is taking social media by storm, and you won't believe how it was madeIf you've got Soho Home taste without the budget, this one's for you
By Jullia Joson
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How to paint over varnished wood – achieve a professional finish with our easy guideMaster this otherwise difficult DIY task with our expert-led tips and tricks
By Jullia Joson
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How to clean paint brushes and rollers – keep your tools pristine with our step-by-step guideExtending the life of your tools will stretch your budget too
By Jacky Parker
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This viral window treatment is dividing social media – we asked experts for their verdictBye-bye, nosey neighbours
By Jullia Joson
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How to fix squeaky stairs - Professionals explain the best approach to takeDealing with an annoying squeak every time you head up or down your stairs? This is how to fix squeaky stairs in a flash – without calling in a tradesperson
By Amy Hunt
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How to dry lavender for sachets - Experts reveal the golden rules to followHow to dry lavender buds and preserve their natural perfume in your home
By Rachel Homer


