Top Stories
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What to do with hydrangeas in the autumn – 5 essential tasks for healthy blooms next year
Your checklist for happy, healthy hydrangeas
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Is this the perfect sofa bed? IKEA's new £650 launch turns into a full-size bed for two *and* has hidden storage
I'm seriously impressed
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When to plant fruit trees – this window will get bare-root and container-grown trees off to the best possible start
It's almost time!
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The price of Ninja's sell-out Luxe Café bean-to-cup machine just dropped by £100 in its stylish new colourway
It takes it to a much lower price
Gardens
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For a fruit tree that thrives in your garden, you need to learn about rootstocks
They're the most important part of the tree!
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5 of the very best mulch for vegetable gardens for successful crops
Compost, leafmould and more
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When to lift dahlia tubers – the ideal window for stronger, healthier blooms
Aim for this sweet spot
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This is how deep you should be planting your daffodil bulbs – don't spoil next year’s blooms!
Follow this rule of thumb
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Gardeners should leave these 2 fruits on their lawn if they want birds to flock to their gardens this winter
It's important to provide birds with an energy boost during this time of year
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When I'm looking for a new fruit tree, these are the 5 stockists I check first
Apples, pears, figs...
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 love a memory foam pillow, but I don't love how hot they make me – this cooling gel pillow just solved that
I put the REM-Fit 500 Cool Gel Pillow to the test
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I've scoured the shops for the best bathroom lighting so you don't have to – this is where to buy trend-led styles and practical picks
I'm shedding some light on the best places to shop
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The 3-5-7 styling trick designers use to make their shelves and coffee tables look so good – it's a simple way to create balance and interest
This is why the rule of odd numbers will elevate your home
House Manual
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Ladybirds are swarming homes across the UK this October – these 6 scents will safely keep them outside
You may have noticed a sudden influx of ladybirds - this is how to keep them out of your home
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I’ve just found out my Halloween decor could cost me thousands in fines – how to make sure you don’t do the same
You need to think about more than the aesthetics
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I just discovered these tiny cleaning tools from Beldray, and they're incredible for tackling tight corners and awkward angles
Proof that bigger isn't always better
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Experts want you to do this one thing if you’re using an air purifier or dehumidifier this autumn
When you think about it, it makes total sense
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Renovation
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These 5 underfloor heating mistakes will make your system cost more to run and less efficient
No wonder experts say they should be avoided
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How to tell if underfloor heating is a good idea in your home
Experts explain the real pros and cons all homeowners should know
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6 floorcoverings that work really well with underfloor heating
And the ones that should be avoided at all costs
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6 lessons I learned when installing my own log burner
And why you should think twice before doing the same
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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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
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This DIY panelling mistakes could cost you £2,000
If you're considering installing DIY panelling, make sure you don't make this common mistake
More From Ideal Home
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Look closely at this kitchen extension - the owner's obsession with getting the small details right has paid off in a big way
They created the contemporary kitchen of their dreams
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Is it worth buying a food steamer? I've boiled my veggies for 10 years, and last week started using a steamer – here's why I'll never go back
A tiered food steamer is the appliance my kitchen has been missing – here's why I'll never go back to boiling my vegetables again
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'I'm going to get another just in case they stop selling them' – Shoppers are loving Dunelm's pastel cookware pieces
You need to see Dunelm's new-in cookware
