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
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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
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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
By Katie Sims
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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
By Rebecca Knight
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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
By Amy Reeves
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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
By Sarah Handley
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Do I need planning permission for windows?
Experts explain the rules for changing your existing frames and adding new openings
By Rebecca Foster
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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
By Holly Reaney
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
By Andrea Childs
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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
By Sara Hesikova
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
By Amy Cutmore
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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
By Kezia Reynolds
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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
By Kezia Reynolds
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
By Kezia Reynolds
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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
By Kezia Reynolds
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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
By Rebecca Knight
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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
By Kezia Reynolds