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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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How to make a space-saving Christmas tree – the step-by-step guide to DIY-ing your own wall tree
Lacking space and budget? Try your hand at this affordable, small space-friendly Christmas tree design
By Stephanie Durrant
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Why November is the best time of year to paint your home - experts say it’s all to do with the temperature
Don't hesitate to give your home a refresh this month
By Kezia Reynolds
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3D stencilling is trending on TikTok and Instagram – this is how to recreate the hottest DIY trend of the moment in your home
This is how content creators give their walls a sculptural look on a budget
By Sara Hesikova
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This viral hack turned an £8 vase from B&M into a dupe for a £485 designer side table - here’s how you can do it too
Get your toolkit and paints out - it's time to create your own designer dupe
By Kezia Reynolds
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Air dry clay has become this year's surprise bestseller on Amazon – I tried these viral budget home decor projects and loved it
Air-dry clay is perfect for making your own home decor on a budget
By Sara Hesikova
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How to dry flowers for natural colour all year long – plus how to do it quickly for a last-minute gift
Preserve the beauty of summer throughout the dark winter months
By Holly Reaney
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How to make soy candles – the perfect easy autumn DIY craft
For an eco-friendly and affordable way to brighten up dark winter days
By Holly Reaney
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Can you put lino over tiles? You can, but experts urge you to proceed with caution if you want a flawless finish
It’s not a simple answer
By Lauren Bradbury
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5 creative ways to reuse egg boxes around the home - put this commonly discarded item to good use
Keep hold of the next empty egg carton and put it to good use
By Katie Sims
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How to clean a paint roller - remove water and oil-based paints with this expert guide
Cleaning a paint roller can be tricky... but it doesn't have to be
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to bleed a radiator - the simple task to do now to make your heating run more efficiently this winter
Keep your house warm and your energy bills down this winter by bleeding your radiators
By Tamara Kelly
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This foam panelling TikTok hack is the easiest way to panel your home - but is it a good idea?
Easy doesn't always mean better...
By Kezia Reynolds
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Why is my paint bubbling while painting? Explains explain this bizarre phenomenon and how to fix it
It’s a common paint problem, but it could be a sign of something more sinister
By Lauren Bradbury
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Benjamin Moore is giving renters a free tin of white paint with their purchase so you can easily reset your walls when moving out
But be quick – the paint brand’s renter-friendly initiative is running only throughout the month of August!
By Sara Hesikova
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Painting over new plaster - How to do it and how long you have to wait before getting the paintbrushes out, according to experts
No, you can’t paint straight onto new plaster…
By Lauren Bradbury
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Can you paint pebbledash? Yes, but only if you follow these expert-approved tips
Painting pebbledash is tricky, but you can still paint it if you know how
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to build a fire pit – everything you need to know to ace this garden DIY, according to experts
An expert guide to building a homemade fire pit to stay warm during those chilly summer nights
By Jullia Joson
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How to fit blackout blinds – Expert advice on how to measure and install them in a bedroom or living room
DIY your way to a darker room and better night's sleep
By Vanessa Richmond
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Do floor tile stickers work? Experts reveal if this renter-friendly solution for the kitchen and bathroom is worth the investment
Are they really a genius budget-friendly flooring option?
By Sara Hesikova
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How to paint a stairwell - expert tips on how to decorate this tricky space safely
Give the smallest yet probably tallest area of your home a smooth finish with these professional tips
By Rachel Homer
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How to shorten curtains yourself - even if you don't have a sewing machine
Experts explains how to shorten curtains using a sewing machine or the no-sew method with hemming tape
By Amy Hodge
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How many tiles do you need for your next DIY project? The golden rule experts use to always buy the perfect amount
Calculating how many tiles you need can be daunting – but not after reading this easy guide
By Sara Hesikova
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How to hang a roller blind like a pro - an easy guide to update your windows in no time
Everything you need to know from measuring to installing, and a quick-fix alternative for the less DIY savvy
By Amy Hodge
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Discover the DIY skills that will make all the difference to your family, from TV carpenter Robert Bent and HIPPO
The waste removal experts have teamed up with the well-known tradesman to help develop a new tradition of sharing DIY tips and tricks
By Sponsored
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This is how a simple IKEA cabinet can be transformed into an on-trend chrome storage unit
An Instagrammer turned a set of simple IKEA cabinets into the chrome-finish sideboard of her dreams – here’s how
By Sara Hesikova
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3 ways to update picture frames for elevated displays of art and photos
Level up your gallery wall game
By Sara Hesikova
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How to paint stripes on a wall – get the look with our easy step-by-step guide
Give walls an easy update with painted stripes
By Amy Hodge