Top Stories
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Lakeland's new stainless steel Only Pan is a dead ringer for the indestructible Always Pan ProBut half the price
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5 things people with a tidy (and clean) sink area always haveFake a calm, clutter-free kitchen with minimal effort
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Pet rooms are on the rise – here's how to create a functional place for your furry friend in a kitchenFrom storage to a place to sleep
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These are the 3 kitchen trends with staying power that will last well into 2027The trends worth investing in
Gardens
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Experts reveal the everyday garden habits that annoy neighbours the most– and the simple ways to avoid causing complaints
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Experts warn that rats could cause significant damage to your garden appliances this summer – here’s how to keep them awayDeter the pests and avoid costly damage before it's too late
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Can you use an outside tap during a hosepipe ban? Experts reveal the workaround that’ll keep your plants hydratedWater your garden the responsible way
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How to make a mosquito-repelling garden – 5 chemical-free features experts recommend that actually workMake your outside space less hospitable for mosquitoes
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5 self-seeding cottage garden flowers that will fill your borders with blooms every summerThey'll spread picture-perfect blooms year after year
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How to remove compost stains from a patio – and prevent them from setting into your paversLift marks and debris early!
What To Buy
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Primark has just dropped a new quiet luxury homeware collection – 6 under £30 buys to make your home look more expensiveThe subtle design features will instantly upgrade your space
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I’ve tracked down the top places to buy the best garden furniture so that you don’t have toThese are my go-to brands and retailers to shop outdoor furniture
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Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and testedThe 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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Ideal Home's Certified Experts have spent over 15,500 hours testing products so you can trust their in-depth knowledge and adviceNo-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
Room Decor
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The autumn 2026 high-street homeware look books are in – this is the colour palette all of them have in commonI got an early look at the high-street homeware collection for this autumn
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3 kitchen trends with staying power for 2027
These are the 2026 trends worth investing in
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'Like magic in a heatwave'This cooling duvet has transformed my sleep in hot weather
House Manual
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I've always sworn by this hot weather hack, but this is what I'm now doing insteadThe prolonged summer heat means I need to adapt my go-to cooling measures
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5 things people with a tidy (and clean) sink area always have – how to fake a calm, clutter-free kitchen
Steal these low-effort upgrades
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When will plug-in solar panels be available to buy in the UK? What we know so farUpdates to legislation that is currently blocking the sale of plug-in solar panels are set to come into force at the end of August
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Do air purifiers remove smells? Yes, but only if they have these odour-busting featuresDon't forget to watch out for these must-have factors
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Renovation
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My neighbour and I both have gravel driveways, but hers always looks neater than mineI've discovered her secret
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How to stop a tarmac driveway from melting in summerSolve the problem and prevent it from happening again with these expert tips
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Is air conditioning really going to be banned in the UK? This is what the experts sayThis is the truth behind the rumours, and how you can ensure yours does fall foul of the rules
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How to spot driveway damage this summer4 red flags to look out for and how to fix them
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 updateCream tones and rustic pieces keep it sumptuous but simple
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A dreamy pastel coloured seaside home on the Dorset coastA 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 avoided skirting boards in my lime-plastered spare room and used this rustic alternative insteadSkirting boards aren't for every house or room, so we opted for something different
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I saved over £500 by reupholstering my dream footstool myself - here's how I used secondhand finds to make it happenA professionally upholstered footstool can set you back hundreds, but I made mine for around £100
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IKEA’s £5 coffee station organiser is the ultimate budget hack for clutter-free kitchen worktopsA stylish coffee station doesn't need to be expensive
