Top Stories
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Can I cut my neighbour's plants if they grow over into my garden? How to protect yourself from legal disputesKnow your rights before cutting
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Martin Lewis urges UK households to carry out this one task now to save 10% on bills before prices go upHis advice on rising energy prices
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Dunelm has the ultimate solution to a high-end pantry on a budget – it gives a luxe kitchen look for lessKitchen organisation goals
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Dawn French’s decorated greenhouse proves the most practical of spaces can have charm and whimsyHow you can get the look, too
Gardens
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Can you plant allium bulbs in September? Experts say you can get started sooner than you'd thinkTo plant or not to plant?
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Watch out for tipsy wasps! How to avoid getting stung when they swarm this SeptemberIn late summer and early autumn, wasps are getting drunk off dropped fermented fruit
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Your lawn could benefit from a sprinkling of cinnamon right nowAnd no, it's not as bonkers as it sounds
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6 plants to collect seeds from in September – and grow next year's garden for freeFlowers, vegetables and more
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Who is legally responsible for removing fallen fruit if it attracts wasps to a garden?Get rid of this stinging pest, whilst maintaining friendly neighbourly relationships
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I always thought robot lawn mowers were too smart for their own good – but this £300 model proves simpler can be betterIt’s perfect for busy lifestyles
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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Michelle Keegan’s latest furniture collection with Very nails the Scandi cool aestheticThe actress is known for her quiet luxury style
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Cloud Capping is making white ceilings cool again – the trending paint technique experts are using to make rooms feel bigger and brighterIf you have low ceilings or a small room to work with, pay attention
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Victorian cold pantries are the answer to a practical kitchen - here's how to create oneThis zone will become the workhorse of your kitchen
House Manual
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My open-plan living room felt empty and characterless — this £50 DIY divider transformed itI'm thrilled with my mid century-inspired room divider
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I review heated clothes airers for a living – I'd always look for these 7 things before buying oneThese are the features that really matter
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5 things luring spiders into your home – and how to banish these unwelcome eight-legged visitors for goodSling yer hook, spiders
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Love Dyson but hate the price tag? Its first sub-£500 robot vacuum just launchedAnd it comes with a clever design to clean every crevice
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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SharkNinja discount codes - in September 2026SPONSORED Save with our SharkNinja discount codes and promos. Every code is hand-verified by our savings experts.
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Furniture Village discount codes - for September 2026SPONSORED Redesign your living space with one of our Furniture Village discount codes and maximise your savings on corner sofas, dining sets, and oak bed frames.
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Aspire Store discount codes for September 2026SPONSORED Choose from our Aspire Store discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Furniture123 discount codes - in September 2026SPONSORED Elevate your home for less with our Furniture123 discount codes and maximise your savings on beds, sofas, and coffee tables.
Renovation
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I’m already prepping my bedroom for next summer – and this is why I think you should too2027 is set to be even hotter than this year
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I spent £12,000 to make my conservatory usable all year round12 months on, this is whether I think it was actually worth the money
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By mixing wallpaper and marble, this loft bathroom has been transformed into the perfect retreatThe chinoiserie wallpaper is a showstopper
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Air con scams are all over social media right now – how to identify and avoid one this summerExperts reveal warning signs to look out for when shopping for an AC
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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My open-plan living room felt empty and characterless — this £50 DIY divider transformed it
I'm thrilled with my mid century-inspired room divider
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How to replace scruffy or old internal door handles in just 30 minutesReplacing tired or mismatched door handles is a quick and easy way to elevate your interiors
More From Ideal Home
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I swapped my tired non-stick cookware for Ninja's EverClad range 4 months ago – here’s what actually happens after daily use with these bestselling stainless steel pansI’ve mastered the art of using stainless steel cookware thanks to these pans
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This is the inviting colour palette to try in your utility room this autumnIt's the ultimate cosy and warm colour palette
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I swapped all my plastic food storage for glass – these 4 retailers (with picks from £4) are the ones I recommend to friendsI've tried picks from all of these places
