Diy
DIY advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Diy
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 How to paint garden furniture and give it a stylish summer makeoverIs your garden furniture looking a little tired? Time for a new paint job... By Kayleigh Dray 
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 When to remove painters tape – for a seamless finish when painting wallsThe experts reveal their top tips and tricks. By Ellis Cochrane 
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  How to paint a front door without removing it – the easy way to refresh your home's entranceAdd a fresh coat of paint to your front door with this hassle-free method By Jennifer Ebert 
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  What is the diamond on a tape measure? Turns out they have an important purposeTurns out those little diamonds on a tape measure aren't just for decoration By Ellis Cochrane 
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 TikToker shares a genius hack for painting wall edges - it’s a must-have product for DIYWondering how to paint the edges of walls? There’s a tool for you By Molly Cleary 
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 Spray painting bathroom taps is a quick decorating hack, but will it last long term? We have the answerWe asked the experts to weigh in on whether the spray painting bathroom taps hack is actually worth the effort By Ellis Cochrane 
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 These old drawers got a surprisingly new look with Farrow & Ball's Beverly paintVinterior and Farrow and Ball have teamed up to show us how to give secondhand furniture a luxury spin By Laurie Davidson 
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 Home decor designer transforms an IKEA Billy bookcase into a show-stopping display cabinetA new way to store your favourite pieces without breaking the bank By Jullia Joson 
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 Mistakes to avoid when storing DIY supplies - 6 things experts warn againstHere are all the things you're doing wrong when storing your DIY supplies, and what to do instead By Katie Sims 
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  10 beautiful ways to transform a room with a small sample pot of paintTransform your home with sample pots of paint to create DIY projects full of colour By Imani Cottrell 
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 Decorating experts debunk 5 painting myths – avoid making these classic mistakesIf you want the best finish, the experts suggest ignoring these myths By Amy Hunt 
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 Give an old cabinet an on-trend update with this clever hack for under £20Transform a glass-fronted cupboard, cabinet or wardrobe with just a sheet of humble window film By Holly Walsh 
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 How to paint interior windows - a step-by-step guideFollow our top tips and take on this easy DIY job to give your interior windows a smart refresh with a lick of paint By Holly Walsh 
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 A step-by-step guide on how to paint a shed to give your garden a pop of colourGive your garden a refresh with this step-by-step guide on how to paint a shed By Holly Walsh 
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 'Genius' - The IKEA rug hack that will make your bed look more expensive for just £3.99And it’ll take just minutes to do! By Amy Hunt 
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  DIY Queens are taking over social media - The community urging women to take up power toolsWomen in DIY are taking over social media, but there is still along way to go in reclaiming the power tools By Heather Young 
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 How to paint a radiator - an easy guide to update an ugly radiator in an afternoonGive a tired radiator a brand new lease of life with a lick of paint in just an afternoon's work By Holly Walsh 
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 How to build a radiator cover - a step-by-step guideUgly radiator ruining your room scheme? Disguise it with a simple cover in just a few straightforward steps By Holly Walsh 
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 How to create an exposed brick wall - a step-by-step guideEverything you need to know about creating a characterful feature in your home by stripping back the walls to bare brickwork By Holly Walsh 
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 The kitchen utensil decorators use to achieve a smooth finish when paintingWould you try this trick to get your leftover paint looking like new? By Amy Hunt 
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 Experts reveal the new way to upcycle secondhand furniture in 2023Put down the paintbrush upcycling furniture is now all about preserving natural wood By Imani Cottrell 
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 Get ready for Christmas with help from Bosch Home & GardenBosch Home & Garden’s ingenious range of measuring tools will help you deck the halls in a flash, while proving to be essential pieces in your DIY tool kit for 2023 and beyond By Sponsored 
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 How to make a Christmas cracker from a napkin - just like Angel Strawbridge'sDazzle your diners with these beautiful Christmas crackers using things you already have lying around the house By Katie Sims 
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 How to make Christmas cards - a step by step guideHandmade Christmas cards are sure to spread festive cheer, and they're easy with our craft tips By Katie Sims 
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 Experts reveal common mistake to avoid with anti-condensation paintAnti-mould and condensation paint is one good solution if you're battling damp, if you avoid this common error By Millie Hurst 
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 How to decorate a front door for Christmas - a step-by-step guideImpress your guests with a stunning asymmetric door wreath this Christmas By Katie Sims 
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 How to make an advent calendar - create a stunning DIY calendar step by stepMake December extra special this year with a beautiful handmade advent calendar By Katie Sims 

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