Top Stories
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Cuisinart's soft serve maker is the most impressive alternative to the Ninja Swirl and Slushi I've seen
And there's no need to pre-freeze anything
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Lidl’s £100 outdoor air fryer is a must-have for BBQ season – its two clever functions make it a winner for summer
It's time to up your summer BBQ game
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3 plants that love coffee grounds – garden experts reveal which varieties will thrive on your leftover coffee
How to feed plants with coffee grounds
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Portable air conditioners are selling out fast – these are the ones our editors rate that are still in stock for now!
Act fast as they won't be about for long...
Room Decor
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Sofa ideas for small living rooms – 17 stylish ways that ensure everybody has a seat in a tiny lounge
These are the sofa styles that will fit right into your compact lounge without making it look cramped
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21 clever shared bedroom ideas that ensure your kids’ space is divided fairly and reflects both personalities
How to arrange and decorate your children’s shared room so that they feel comfortable in the space
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10 bedroom bay window ideas - clever ways to elevate this feature with lighting, furniture and window dressings
Take inspiration from this round up ideas to transform your bedroom bay window to give it character and make the most of the space
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10 small bathroom colour ideas to make a splash in a compact wash space
Bored with white and want to add some personality? Small bathroom colour ideas will give you some inspiration
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Small conservatory ideas – stylish ways to make the most of the sun-filled but compact extension of your home
This is how to make your small conservatory appear bigger but stylish at the same time
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The best colours to paint a kitchen according to paint pros – perfect shades whatever the size and aspect of your room
The colour trends to follow plus the classic shades that will never date...
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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Renovation
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How often does a roof need replacing?
I found out the typical lifespan and the tricks you can try to extend it
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Exactly how much does a new roof cost?
Avoid any nasty surprises with this expert cost breakdown
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Is there a best time of the year to get your driveway done?
This drive expert reveals the ideal weather ‘sweet spot’ for the best results
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Do I need planning permission for a driveway?
It all depends on this one key factor, according to the experts
DIY
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Is using the washing machine the easiest way to clean paint rollers? Experts debunk this viral hack
Think twice before using this cleaning method
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The £5 fix to stop your fence panels from rattling – DIY experts say it'll fix the problem for good
You'll never have to put up with this irritating problem ever again
Gardens
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Bye bye, boring garden furniture! I’m seeing these 4 bold colours in every stylish garden this year
It’s all about vibrantly coloured outdoor pieces in 2025 – and these 4 shades are leading the way
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5 of the best garden planning tools to help you design your dream garden
These are our favourite apps and websites
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What does a hosepipe ban actually mean? With another heatwave on the way, these are the rules if you want to avoid a fine
Key hosepipe ban rules to be aware of, and who's exempt...
News & Views
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This £5 budget buy from Amazon is all you need to turn your fan into an air conditioner
You'll be cool again in no time
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The high price of robot vacuums has always put me off, but this £99 Eufy bargain has finally convinced me to buy one
It's Amazon's #1 bestseller... and an absolute steal
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I doubled my kitchen storage with these Joseph Joseph organisers - they worked so well I'm adding to my collection
I had no idea the solution was this simple and affordable
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The whisper quiet Meaco pedestal fan is flying under the radar – but it's still in stock and has next day delivery
With air conditioners and fans selling out fast, this whisper-quiet fan is a smart buy ahead of the heatwave
