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32 Easy DIY projects and fun makes to do this weekend for every room in the house!

Spend the long weekend ticking these simple tasks off your to-do list

Neutral living room ideas for a cool, calm and collected scheme

Make the most of natural light with a neutral colour scheme

Garden fence ideas – panels and decorative reclaimed fencing that will bring privacy and structure to your plot

Don't sit on the fence! Check out these nifty ideas

Garden rooms – design ideas and expert advice to create an idyllic garden retreat

Lounging in the garden isn't just for sunny days

Enjoy a multi-zoned, sophisticated garden designed to suit the whole family

This garden has spaces for eating, socialising, alone time and hobbies

11 garden projects to tackle this weekend – from planting to painting

It's a great way to get fit... and there are even ways to keep the kids amused!

Home office lighting ideas to brighten up your work space

The right lighting isn't just about aesthetics – it will also make you more productive

How to paint floorboards white or any other colour – plus tips for adding a stylish stencil pattern

IKEA hacks – simple updates on best-selling basics that anyone can do

Check out these simple IKEA hacks for upcycling budget-friendly furniture into unique, statement pieces

How to decorate a Christmas tree professionally with lights and baubles

Christmas living room decorating ideas to get you in the festive spirit

Give your home some festive flair this holiday with our gorgeous Christmas decorating ideas

Best artificial Christmas trees to dress your home for the festive season

Forget vacuuming up pine needles every day, it’s far easier with an artificial tree.

How to grow your own vegetables, fruit, herbs and more at home

Set aside a corner of the garden for cultivating veg, fruit and flowers for cutting

Small conservatory ideas – brilliant designs for sunrooms and garden rooms

Even a small glass extension can do big things for your home

Loft conversion ideas – how to create extra rooms in your attic space

The best ways to fragrance your home

Breathe deep, and relax...

Best mortgage rates and how to find them

How to secure the best deal on one of life's biggest financial investments

The best grey paint for walls – as chosen by Ideal Home's editors and interior design experts

Grey is the big new colour everyone has fallen in love with

Create a blissful scheme with these punchy purple bedroom ideas

You can't go far wrong with purple

Feature wall ideas – make a serious style statement with wallpaper, paint and more

Feature walls provide the perfect canvas for experimental design