Top Stories
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I'm in desperate need of clever storage for my tiny bathroom – this is what I'm shopping to double the space
Small space, no problem
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Kitchen 'bantries' are the it-feature I'm coveting in 2026 – team practical storage with a party-ready atmosphere
The bolder the better
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5 things people with tidy clothes always have in their drawers and wardrobes – goodbye ‘floordrobe’, hello order
Maximise space and minimise clutter
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What to feed your lawn in spring for lush green grass – you’ll find this ingredient in all the best fertilisers
Give your lawn a dose of this!
Gardens
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One careless cut to your plants this spring could mean fewer flowers and lacklustre growth – garden experts share how to avoid making this easy mistake
Eager to get pruning now that spring has arrived? Garden experts have a warning for you...
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The one thing you shouldn't do with jasmine right now if you want it to flower well in the summer
This mistake could cost this year's blooms
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This is the time to plant blueberries for the best harvests this summer – don't wait or you'll miss out
Plant them before the window closes and you'll be rewarded with sweet, juicy berries later in the season
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Granular vs liquid lawn fertiliser – this is the type that will green your grass the fastest
Here are the benefits of each feed
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How I'm planning to transform my garden into a Mediterranean oasis this summer with fragrant flowers, terracotta tones and simple, budget-friendly outdoor decor swaps
These easy planting and outdoor decor ideas will transform my space in time for summer
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5 clever ways I’m reusing egg cartons in my garden this spring – they're saving me both time and money
Don't chuck out your old egg cartons, they'll come in super handy in the garden
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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These 12 bedroom paint colours will hyper-personalise your sleep space – and they're all linked to your individual birth month
From January to December, these are the rainbow hues that match your birth date
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I've done the research – these are the white paint shades Ideal Home's most style-savvy editors use in their own homes
There’s a reason there are so many whites, because everyone likes a diferent one
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This over-sink chopping board is my small kitchen secret – it's a gamechanger for increasing worktop space
Making your worktop space bigger doesn't have to come with a hefty price
House Manual
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My nan convinced me to swap my high-tech vacuum for this old-school alternative – it’s £100s cheaper and so easy to use
It's earned a permanent spot in my cleaning cupboard
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I spend my days testing vacuum cleaners – this is the brand I’d choose if I were torn between Dyson or Henry
I explore the battle of the British vacuum icons
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I used the 3-30 cleaning method to ‘fake’ a spring clean of my home – it was so effective that I completed my to-do list days ahead of schedule
It’s my new low-effort way to keep my home clean and clutter-free
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5 things people with a tidy under-the-stairs cupboard always have – banish clutter and maximise storage in this small-but-mighty space
Turn your 'dumping ground' into a storage space to be proud of
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Renovation
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What's the best way to a bigger kitchen – an extension or a remodel?
It might seem obvious but I asked the experts, and their opinions might surprise you
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How do I know if a heat pump is right for my home?
7 questions to ask yourself or a professional
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Have the rules around log burners changed?
I’m a heating expert, and this is what you should know about potential legislative updates
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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
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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5 things people with tidy coffee corners always have in their kitchen – combining practical storage and café-inspired elements
To keep the lattes and cappuccinos flowing
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Is your at-home coffee coming out bitter? It could be down to these coffee machine mistakes – I've seen them all in my time testing coffee makers for a living
Coffee machines are a lifesaver, but they can be hard to master
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How to plan the perfect conservatory you'll use all year round – experts reveal their tips for turning this tricky room into a year-round sanctuary
Your conservatory can be so much more than a bolt-on sun trap
