Top Stories
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I’m calling it, Stacey Solomon’s Christmas doorscape is the best of the season – her humongous XL bow makes it a showstopper
She's elevated traditional, cosy Christmas decor
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How many hours a day should your heating be on right now? I asked the pros for a heating schedule that hits the sweet spot
It's the perfect balance of warmth and efficiency
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Habitat has quietly dropped new Morris & Co homeware, and I can’t stop lusting after this cosy throw in one of the most iconic prints
The new arrivals need shouting about...
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Stacey Dooley’s anti-trend kitchen is a lesson in opting for dark wood tones in 2026 – it’s bold yet minimalist and feels so inviting
This design trick makes modern feel warm
Gardens
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Wildlife experts want gardeners to scatter tennis balls in their gardens – no, it’s not as bonkers as it sounds
This simple hack helps garden wildlife when the temperatures plummet
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5 of the best Christmas plants to send as gifts – these festive houseplants are sure to make a loved one smile
Christmas amaryllis, cyclamen and more
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The 5 mistakes killing your poinsettia and how to fix them – expert tips that will keep your festive plant flourishing throughout December
Poinsettias don’t have to be a source of Christmas strife; just follow our expert advice…
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These bestselling £20 net lights from Amazon will transform your garden into a winter wonderland in no time
Cut the faff!
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Monty Don reveals his favourite Christmas tree variety – and his expert tip for choosing the best one
'Tis the season to be confused about Christmas trees, but this is how to tell the most popular varieties apart
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These birds could use a helping hand over the winter months – how to get them to feel safe in your garden
Keep an eye out for these 5 visitors...
What To Buy
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Aldi's new £100 robot vacuum also sweeps and mops – it's a time-saving must-have for spotless floors
Save on time and money
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I asked bedding experts what the best sheet material for a good night's sleep is – the fabrics to buy, and one to avoid
Cotton, linen, bamboo, and silk sheets are all high on our experts' list
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Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and tested
The best cooling mattress toppers for a cooler and more breathable sleep – tried and tested options from Simba, Panda, Emma, Silentnight, and more
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Meet Ideal Home's Certified Experts - they've spent over 1,000 hours testing everything from appliances to mattresses so you can shop wisely
No-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
Room Decor
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I look at cushions on a daily basis as a Room Decor editor – these are my go-to places to get the best ones
Cushions are an easy and inexpensive way to update your home decor – and this is where I like to get mine
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I just tested the M&S Comfortably Cool mattress topper – and I found out it does exactly what its name promises
My M&S Comfortably Cool Mattress Topper review puts this popular topper to the test
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Sorry, Urban Outfitters, Primark is my new go-to shop for affordable cool-girl homeware – these top picks prove it
Primark is nailing cool and quirky homeware right now
House Manual
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Before you do your big Christmas shop, you need to try this clever trick to create more storage space in your freezer – all you need is aluminium foil
Remove ice from your freezer fast
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My single-glazed windows were dripping wet every morning before I used these dehumidifier bags – they are a genius, low-cost fix
They're a simple, energy-free trick that helped cut my morning window condensation
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5 ways you’re wasting energy with your Christmas decorations
Luckily these easy tweaks will fix them fast
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Your guests are noticing clutter in your home you can’t see – 5 ways to cure your house blindness
Sometimes, the most obvious clutter can look the most invisible
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Renovation
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8 ways to get driveway drainage spot on
Bad driveway drainage can totally ruin the look of a house - here's how to get it right without compromising on kerb appeal
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I thought replacing my boiler would be time-consuming and complicated - but with BOXT, it only took about 20 minutes of my time
Read my review of the BOXT boiler installation service
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What you can and can't burn in a multi-fuel stove – the 5 things you should always avoid
Keep cosy and warm with the correct fuel choices
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I spent five years renovating my home, but now I'm going to extend again — this is how I'm planning to turn our three bed semi into a five-bed home for life
Rather than move house, my husband and I have decided to extend again
Ideal Homes
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'The restoration of the cottage has been well worth the journey'
A sensitive renovation and neutral colour palette have accentuated the character of this pretty Cotswold cottage
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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'
DIY
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I wish I’d known this one thing before painting my walls – it would have stopped dark borders ruining my room renovation
Learn from my mistake by following this expert advice on how to avoid it
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Upcycling furniture? Here are 5 things I wish I knew first
Countless upcycling projects (and plenty of mistakes) later, here's what I wish I knew before my first project
More From Ideal Home
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Siemen's EQ900 Plus bean-to-cup coffee machine will set you back over £2000 – I tried it out to see what you get for your money
How does this Siemens machine measure up?
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If your kitchen is all-white everything, this is the KitchenAid for you
KitchenAid's new monochrome stand mixer shade is bound to divide opinion on appliance colour trends for 2026 – it's certainly one for the minimalists
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Aldi's £49.99 espresso machine is back – it's £10 cheaper than last year and features a touch control panel as well as a milk frothing wand
Here's what else it has going on
