Top Stories
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My neighbour’s hedge is over two metres tall – can I make them cut it down? Experts say it depends on the typeThe best next steps for your hedges
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5 bulbs we recommend you plant in August to fill your garden with colour throughout autumn and winterNow is the perfect time to get planting
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Lakeland just dropped a £17 storage solution that’ll tidy up your under-the-sink cupboard in secondsIt’s a game-changer for curbing the clutter
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Fred Sirieix just proved that the greenhouse is the new multi-purpose outdoor space everyone will want in 2027It's a great garden room alternative
Gardens
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Homeowner was ordered to take down her pergola after the council called it an 'intrusive feature'Even the most experienced renovator can be caught out by strict planning rules
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Should I get rid of my lawn? The pros and cons of ditching your grass before El Niño delivers a sweltering 2027 summerGravel garden, anyone?
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Prue Leith used this stunning flower combo in her garden, and it looks as good in the ground as it will in a vaseThis dreamy display looks just like summer
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Gardeners urged to perform vital check when cutting hedges back this September – or risk breaking the lawNesting season may have come to an end, but your responsibilities haven't
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‘Trees are nature’s air-conditioning’ – 3 climate-resilient trees to plant this autumnHeatwave-proof your garden
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Dawn French’s decorated greenhouse proves the most practical of spaces can have charm and whimsy – how you can get the look, tooGreenhouse decorating is becoming an increasingly popular trend - and we're so here for it
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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5 tips experts use to display art to make your walls look more expensive than they are‘It just means the picture looks like it was put up on purpose’
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3 alternatives to tiled kitchen flooring that offer practicality and styleForget cold tiles - consider these flooring styles instead
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These are the 12 best mid-century style sofas for a timeless and effortless look‘Mid-century design has a timeless quality that makes it incredibly easy to live with’
House Manual
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5 things that people with a tidy ‘doom room’ always have – how to fake an organised and practical spare roomThe aim is progress, not perfection
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Are plug-in solar panels dangerous? Experts reveal the risk factors you should knowNow that plug-in solar panels are legal in the UK, experts explain how to ensure you use them safely
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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
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The Roomba Plus 415 Combo is a genuinely good robot vacuum cleaner trapped inside a machine that can’t see where it’s goingThis is everything you need to know
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Renovation
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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
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Wait, heat pumps can really cool down houses as well as providing heat?Experts explain how they could be a better option than air con
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Does your landlord have to fit air con if you ask for it? This is where you stand legallyIs your rented home stiflingly hot in summer?
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'
More From Ideal Home
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Ninja's new CrushBoss system just replaced my blender and food processor – it's the all-in-one food prep system I've been waiting forThis is a cost effective way to deck out your kitchen with the latest food prep technology
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Bold colour and fun pattern have breathed life into this beautiful family homeMixing quality design with junk shop buys has created a personality-packed home
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This £15 Lakeland lunchbox swap is about to completely upgrade your September food prep routine – get ready to ditch the plastic for goodThis is the £12.99 buy keen meal preppers need to know about
