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Nature's best pest-control will flock to your garden if you plant these 5 gorgeous flowering plants
Ladybirds are a gardener's best friend
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Habitat x Morris & Co has quietly dropped more bedding for summer, and yes, I want to buy it all
I'll take one of everything please!
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These 5 perennials that thrive on neglect will guarantee a beautiful garden for lazy gardeners all year round
They're a dose of natural magic for an easy-to-care-for outdoor space
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Experts warn against the hidden impact of sleeping with a fan on all night in summer
Leaving your fan on all night can do more harm than good
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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...
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Renovation
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What’s the cheapest way to build a granny flat?
I asked the experts for the best route for tight budgets
By Sarah Warwick
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I waited 10 years to make this one change at home — here are 4 reasons I wish I'd done it sooner
If you're tempted to do the same, don't wait
By Sarah Handley
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I had to make one huge compromise when having air con installed at home, but this is why I think it's so worth it
You'll need to strike a balance, if you want air con in your home
By Sarah Handley
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How to convert your garage from a dumping ground into valuable living space
Achieve the ultimate garage glow-up by turning it into a room
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DIY
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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
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 IKEA PAX hacks that transform the flatpack staple into bespoke and statement wardrobes
Not sure what to do with your flatpack wardrobes? These are the best ways to elevate them for a stylish look
By Sara Hesikova
Gardens
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This Instagrammer made moving a garden parasol around super easy with a clever IKEA hack using a plant pot
This is how to easily make a parasol stand on wheels that also doubles as a side table for your patio
By Sara Hesikova
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This is the difference between pruning shears and scissors in the garden – they’re both essentials, but they have different strengths
Here's what you'll need each of them for
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6 stunning plants that will take you down memory lane - you'll be nostalgic in no time
There's something really special about these gorgeous flowers
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News & Views
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Shark has jumped on the hottest appliance trend of the year with its new release – but it’s £100s cheaper than competitors
It really is the tool that does it all, and it comes in three stunning colourways
By Lauren Bradbury
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The household waste item that will stop your bin from stinking in hot weather
There's nothing worse than a stinky bin
By Kezia Reynolds
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This Instagrammer made moving a garden parasol around super easy with a clever IKEA hack using a plant pot
This is how to easily make a parasol stand on wheels that also doubles as a side table for your patio
By Sara Hesikova
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Nature's best pest-control will flock to your garden if you plant these 5 gorgeous flowering plants
Ladybirds are a gardener's best friend, so help them feel right at home
By Kezia Reynolds