https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-fly-fanIdeal HomeenAldi's £2.99 fly fan will effectively keep flies away from your food – I never host a BBQ without these genius little gadgets2026-07-08T14:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/US9kLrFwYQCFjXMtHFBPvF.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/dunelm-yinka-ilori-collection-summer-2026Ideal HomeenI saw the Dunelm’s colourful new collab with the ‘architect of joy’ IRL – these are the stand-out limited edition pieces that you'll want to snap up fast2026-07-08T13:40:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Lc2VWPdj6L95MWCZUcuM5Q.gifhttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/aerate-lawn-in-heatwave-warningIdeal HomeenExperts warn gardeners to avoid this lawn care task until after the heatwave, or risk destroying their lawn – this is what to do instead for lush grass2026-07-08T12:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jxmMcAutrimhPD8kFray2S.pnghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/ninja-slushi-twist-first-lookIdeal HomeenFinally! 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perfect rice every time2026-07-08T08:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SvacmyigicMjZz5Rh2M2uL.pnghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-do-with-hydrangeas-in-a-heatwaveIdeal HomeenWhat to do with hydrangeas in a heatwave – 3 crucial tasks to keep your plants alive and blooming in hot weather2026-07-08T07:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HDgYyNwSRac4e6unqPqaL3.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/lidl-livarno-parasol-with-solar-led-lightsIdeal HomeenLidl’s LED parasol is perfect for extending summer parties after dusk – I can’t believe it’s under £402026-07-08T06:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TpAi9AUXqrXKnDhZwK5AkW.pnghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/homes/house-tours/gloucestershire-bungalow-outdoor-kitchenIdeal HomeenFrom business to pleasure – tour this charming Gloucestershire bungalow, owned by a Chef, with a striking outdoor kitchen to match2026-07-07T15:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hpmP8y4sVL9L2YzcpKpLL7.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/exterior/how-to-spot-signs-of-driveway-damage-in-summerIdeal HomeenHow to spot driveway damage this summer — 4 red flags to look out for and how to fix them2026-07-07T14:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8P499rnEub5EPursWbcjxM.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/aldi-premium-ice-cream-makerIdeal HomeenAldi’s just dropped a premium ice cream maker, and it’s more than £100 cheaper than the cult Ninja Creami – be quick, it’s going to sell out fast2026-07-07T12:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tmtkAmLT2g82dtdtQA6L46.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-tools/ryobi-cordless-patio-cleanerIdeal HomeenThe cordless patio cleaner I'd recommend to anyone fed up with stubborn weeds – they were gone in a flash with zero effort needed2026-07-07T11:14:31Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PZktK3XaDKyetLT9oKnMq9.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/bedding/silentnight-restore-cooling-gel-mattress-pad-july-heatwave-2026Ideal HomeenThis £30 cooling gel mattress pad is a game-changer if you're struggling to sleep in the heat – it's the only thing that helped me keep cool in the last heatwave2026-07-07T09:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/naZtTRrHeXRayNaY88TkRd.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/open-house/amanda-jones-turning-home-into-a-go-to-destinationIdeal HomeenI may no longer be able to travel, but that’s OK, because I turned my home into my ‘Go To Destination’2026-07-07T08:30:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YZn98WiisJXnPaTBJ3j6FH.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/storage-organisation-decluttering/organising-hacks-to-make-a-small-home-look-biggerIdeal Homeen4 simple organising rules and hacks to instantly make a small home look bigger, according to professional organisers2026-07-07T08:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KMhtiTprZAj8N8TFF8wdqV.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/childrens-room/ikea-grejsimojs-play-mat-toy-storage-boxIdeal HomeenThis new three-in-one IKEA playmat turns into a ball pit and a toy storage box within seconds – it’s genius and under £30!2026-07-07T07:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2MTKomfmVGr2XVeFVhxumP.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/landscaping/aldi-led-solar-fountainIdeal HomeenAldi just dropped a £13 solar fountain that taps into one of this summer's biggest garden trends – it's giving Champagne looks on lemonade money2026-07-07T06:00:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rxj53VwxY4gSm8kM6VjqGN.pnghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/landscaping/plant-the-perfect-garden-on-a-small-budgetIdeal Homeen3 experts reveal the tricks they use to plan the perfect garden on a small budget – low-cost tips to make your outdoor space look lovely this summer2026-07-06T17:30:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/m6aJVTUHcyqc6UfgTnrnsG.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/diy/rope-skirting-board-alternativeIdeal HomeenI avoided skirting boards in my lime-plastered spare room and used this unusual rustic alternative instead2026-07-06T16:20:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NDaCKoTYjVUCuNFmxHuabT.jpghttps://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/bedroom/best-way-to-lay-out-a-spare-roomIdeal HomeenI asked 3 interior experts how to lay out a spare room so that it feels both useful and welcoming – this is what they told me to do2026-07-06T15:10:00Zhttps://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4djTYd9wxDSwDsF29acVkB.jpg