Top Stories
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How to make portable air conditioner window seals look more attractive both inside and out4 ways to make them look better
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Shower baths have more potential than you might think – here's how to make them look more luxuriousThis functional layout has lots of potential
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What to do with dahlias in August – 4 crucial tasks that will keep your plants flowering into the autumnGive the blooms a boost!
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Next just dropped the prettiest laundry basket that will make your washing routine faster and more efficientIs it the best-looking laundry basket?
Gardens
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5 plants to divide in August – experts say it's the perfect time to lift and split these varietiesYou'll get more blooms for free next spring
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5 plants that like eggshells – the calcium lovers that benefit from this overlooked kitchen scrapThey complement fertilisers brilliantly!
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5 heat-loving houseplants that thrive in bright, sunny windowills and stuffy rooms – they’re perfect for south-facing windowsillsThese houseplants aren't fazed by heatwaves
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I thought my patio had been invaded by hundreds of flying ants – then I discovered whyIt turns out it was one of nature's strangest summer events
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Set the scene for summer hostingStage the perfect outdoor gathering to impress your guests
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6 plants to cut back in August for an extra flush of flowers – trim them now for bonus bloomsCatmint, penstemons and more
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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These are the 3 biggest bathroom trends of 2026 that are set to last into 2027 and beyondThese trend-led designs offer longevity too
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Habitat's new £230 chair bed nails one of this year's biggest trendsI think it will become an instant bestseller
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4 living room layout mistakes that are making your space feel messy, according to design expertsSay goodbye to chaos by correcting these layout faux pas
House Manual
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I’ve tested dozens of Shark and Dyson vacuum cleaners, and this is the brand I’d choose to use in my own homeI pick a winner in the battle of the cult vacuum brands
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Shark just dropped the ultimate ‘luxe’ upgrade to the robot vacuum I use every dayUgly robot vacuums are out!
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If flies are plaguing your home right now, this expert-approved DIY trap is a game-changerSorry flies, you're no longer welcome at this address
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Everyone needs a handheld vacuum, and these are the 6 best tried-and-tested models to have on your radarFor speedy cleans, awkward corners and a crumb-free car
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Renovation
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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?
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Can fitting air conditioning boost your home’s value? This is what the experts sayDone well, adding air conditioning could make your home more desirable to potential buyers
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
More From Ideal Home
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This is the £29 Dunelm kitchen set that uni students (and their parents) are rushing to snap upI wish I'd had one when I left for halls
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This is the ‘ugly’ kitchen appliance our editors can’t live without and the genius ways they hide itSo you can take a little inspiration
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This showstopping kitchen was once an old swimming pool – 6 design tricks that turned the vast space into the cosy heart of the home'We wanted something that looked as though it had aged gracefully with the house'
