Top Stories
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Wildlife experts are urging gardeners to add a potato to their bird feeders this spring
Treat the birds to this high-calorie treat and they'll come flocking
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Can saucepans be recycled? What to do with your old pots and pans when you're having a kitchen declutter
Sell, donate, recycle or repurpose old saucepan for a new lease of life
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6 of the best bedding plants to add to your garden in April for vibrant flower beds this summer
Colourful displays are just a couple of months away...
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I tried the Japanese organising principle of ‘inyo-onyo’ in my home, and my whole space now feels so much lighter
Reducing the visual clutter in your home has a huge impact on your mind
Room Decor
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Living room paint ideas – 27 easy ways to bring your lounge to life with stylish and creative colours
Give your living space a makeover without spending too much
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20 Shaker kitchen ideas to make this classic style trendy in 2025
You can't go wrong with a classic - here's how to make Shaker work for you
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12 bathroom shelving ideas to give your space both storage and style points
Keep your bathroom clutter-free and win back more space with these clever design hacks
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30 garden seating ideas – from outdoor sofas to garden chairs
How to sit comfortably and stylishly in your outdoor space
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'Dirty kitchens' are the luxury kitchen trend with practical appeal - here's why you need one
It's much more appealing than it sounds
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Interior designer Abigail Ahern's clever trick to make a small bedroom look bigger
It 'automatically makes the walls look really high'
What To Buy
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Meet Ideal Home's Certified Experts
Shop smarter with no-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
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Best air purifiers 2025 — after testing dozens these are the top 9 to eliminate dust, allergens, and odours
The best air purifiers for improving indoor air quality, as tested by the Ideal Home team
Ideal Homes
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A dated Georgian cottage gets a modern-country update
Cream tones and rustic pieces keep it sumptuous but simple
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A dreamy pastel coloured seaside home on the Dorset coast
A bold move to the Dorset coast saw this family completely transform their dated 1980s house into their ideal home
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This tiny Cotswold cottage makes the most of every inch with a tailored, high-end look
‘I could see the cottage’s potential, and I knew I could make the layout work'
House Manual
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The home maintenance tasks to tick off your list this April – the jobs to prioritise this month, according to experts
This is the month to finally tackle them
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I just bought my first home, and this £10 buy was the very first thing I bought for it to make it feel warmer and secure
If I did it all again, this would still be my very first buy
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Renovation
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Do I need planning permission for an annexe?
Not usually, provided you don’t use it for this one reason, say experts
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Planning a kitchen extension? Avoid project overwhelm by following these 11 straightforward steps
If you're dreaming of a bigger kitchen, follow our guide
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Do I need planning permission for windows?
Experts explain the rules for changing your existing frames and adding new openings
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8 things you need to know before converting a basement, according to renovation experts
Avoid any disasters when converting an unloved space into a fully functional room with these tips
DIY
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How to soundproof a room from noisy neighbours – 9 expert-approved ways to protect your peace at home
Keep your home undisturbed with these pro tips from soundproofing experts and interior designers
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I asked 6 interior designers and stylists what paint finish is their go-to for walls and ceilings – they all agreed these are the best
If you're making over your walls and ceilings with a new coat of paint, these are the finishes you should go for
Gardens
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30 garden seating ideas – from outdoor sofas to garden chairs, make sure you and your guests can sit and relax in style
This is how to sit comfortably and stylishly in your outdoor space
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Wildlife experts are urging gardeners to add cooked potatoes to their bird feeders this spring
If you treat the birds in your garden to this high-calorie treat, they will be flocking to see you again
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Wildlife experts are urging you to cut holes in your garden fence this spring for this important reason
Cutting a small hole in your garden fencing will be a big help to this garden critter
News & Views
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IKEA has quietly launched a new storage trolley – its clever shape makes it perfect for blending into your home
The beauty in this trolley is in its simplicity
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Aldi has launched an air fryer in 2025's biggest colour trend - and it's only £30
We're seeing this colour everywhere right now, and Aldi nails it
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I just bought my first home, and this £10 buy was the very first thing I bought for it to make it feel warmer and secure
If I did it all again, this would still be my very first buy
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B&M has nailed 2025's breakout garden furniture trend - it's one of the most affordable and stylish I've seen
Get the luxe look for less
