Top Stories
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I'm an Editor with expensive taste and a small budget – this is the homeware I'm buying from the Anthropologie sale for a chic spring refresh
Pops of colour, subtle florals and plenty of pattern
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George Home's new bargain potting bench is one of the most stylish I've seen – it's perfect for small spaces and tight budgets
No garden is complete without a potting bench
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How many hours a day should your heating be on in spring? I asked heating pros for the ideal schedule that hits the sweet spot
It's the perfect balance of warmth and efficiency
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What I do to my lawn in March (and what I leave until later in spring) – and it's what garden experts advise you do too
The dos and don'ts for looking after your lawn
Gardens
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If you have a woody hydrangea, it can be fixed say experts – this is how to revive yours and get an abundance of blooms again this summer
Stuck with woody, leggy plants that produce fewer flowers each year? Here's what you need to do about it...
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How to lay turf in spring – 6 foolproof steps to a strong new lawn that's ready to use by summer
A no-faff guide to laying grass
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Aldi is dropping a £50 electric lawnmower this weekend – but is it really worth it? I review garden tools, here's what I think
It lands in stores this Thursday
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I'm using Monty Don's simple hydrangea trick for bigger and better blooms this summer – these are the varieties to try it on this March
This is the perfect window for deadheading these hydrangea varieties using Monty Don's top tip
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This might be the most whimsical cottage garden plant I've ever seen
It thrives in shade and damp soils
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5 perennial plants to divide in March to fill your garden borders for free ready for summer
It's time to divide up your perennials
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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Ideal Home's Certified Experts have spent over 15,500 hours testing products so you can trust their in-depth knowledge and advice
No-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
Room Decor
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5 things people with tidy ottoman beds always do – prevent messy chaos and make finding items easy and stress-free
How to keep this storage space neat, organised, and clutter-free
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People can’t get enough of this bestselling Farrow & Ball white shade – ‘Is it too much to say it is the perfect white?’
This Farrow & Ball paint is the brand’s most popular and versatile shade of white
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I was shocked how quickly this John Lewis patchwork quilt sold out – the viral hit is back in stock, but I don't think it will be for long
It's official, quilts are the new 'it' buy for the bedroom
House Manual
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5 things people with tidy clothes always have in their drawers and wardrobes – ditch the ‘floordrobe’ and restore order to your clothes storage
Maximise space and minimise clutter with these affordable buys
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I test vacuums for a living, and these are the 6 handheld models I’d recommend for quick cleans in the home (and the car!)
The best handheld vacuum cleaners for speedy cleans, awkward corners and a crumb-free car
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I've selected the best heated clothes airers and drying pods that dry clothes fast, so you can save time and money
These tried and tested picks dry laundry faster indoors
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I tested the best air purifiers against dust, cooking smells and smoke – these are the 6 I’d pick for a healthy home this winter
The best air purifiers for improving indoor air quality, as tested by the Ideal Home team
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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Feather & Black discount codes - in March 2026
SPONSORED Choose from our Feather & Black discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Pro Breeze discount codes - in March 2026
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Aspire Store discount codes for March 2026
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Garden Trading discount codes - in March 2026
SPONSORED Use these Garden Trading discount codes to save on garden furniture, outdoor lighting, and garden decor.
Renovation
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8 ways to design a kitchen extension that is fresh and modern
But that won't look dated a few years down the line
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A pivot door could be a stylish addition to your home and elevate its kerb appeal
This is what you should know if you are considering one
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Will double glazing old windows strip them of their character and charm?
I asked the pros whether there was a way to do it sympathetically instead
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If you spot any of these warning signs during heavy rain, then water could be getting into your home, and you’ll need to act fast
Keep your eyes peeled for signs of water ingress
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 limewashed my walls for the first time, and now I'm hooked – here’s 5 things I learnt from the process
It wasn’t as easy as regular painting, but I’m absolutely smitten
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This is how to paint IKEA furniture like a pro – experts reveal all the tools, techniques and processes essential to making your DIY project a success
It's all you need to transform your flatpack furniture beyond recognition with little more than paint
More From Ideal Home
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I've tested 100s of kitchen appliances — these 3 products I've loved the most are on sale right now for Amazon Spring Deal Days
My ride-or-die rated appliances just got a big discount
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I've been waiting for Our Place's gorgeous pleated trivets to drop in the UK – and IKEA just launched a lookalike £4 version at the exact same time
A pretty trivet is the kitchen upgrade you didn't even know you needed
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I just found the best-designed coffee machine we've ever tested at Ideal Home on sale in a gorgeous green colourway
'This is the most straightforward automatic bean-to-cup machine I’ve ever used'
