Top Stories
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7 container flowers to plant in May for vibrant, long-lasting blooms all summer longEnsure a colourful display
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5 solutions that people with a tidy fridge always have – fuss-free additions that will banish messThey'll make your food last longer
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Stinky Bob is taking over every corner of my garden – I'm stopping this persistent weed in its tracksSimple tips to tackle it
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5 things that people with a dust-free home do without fail – game-changing tools and techniquesSo you spend less time cleaning
Gardens
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I have expensive taste without the budget to match – these are the garden furniture sale finds I’d actually buyFrom chic corner sofas to compact bistro sets
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7 natural predators to encourage into your garden to keep pests away from plants and control weedsNo harsh chemicals needed
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3 ways to attract doves to your garden – create a sanctuary for one of nature’s best vacuum cleanersIt's so easy to welcome these gentle birds
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Can you plant peonies in May? These fluffy peony varieties can still be planted now if you act fastInstant blooms? Yes, please!
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Habitat’s ruffled outdoor pouffe is the small-garden buy guests will obsess over this summerI don't even have a garden, and I want to get my hands on this seat as soon as possible
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5 unusual annual climbers to plant now to create privacy and hide ugly fences or wallsTake your pick from these fabulous annual climbers that have great coverage – enough to hide ugly fences, walls and provide privacy
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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How to use colour to create a happy home'The right palette can make a space feel calmer, brighter and more uplifting'
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Natalie Cassidy’s calming eucalyptus doorscape makes her front door look so expensiveHow you can get the look, too
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This newly built en suite might make you rethink your bathroom goalsStep inside the sleek space and see why microcement is having a serious moment
House Manual
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I tried 3 viral washing machine cleaning methods – only one actually banished bad smells and mouldI assumed that bicarb and vinegar would do the trick, but I was wrong
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I fixed my leaking toilet for £9 and in less that 15 minutesThese are the four steps I followed to fix my leaking loo
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I've selected the best dehumidifiers under £100 – 6 tried and tested affordable solutions to combat damp in your homeOur expert reviewers have tried and tested the cheapest dehumidifiers from ProBreeze, Russell Hobbs, and more, to find the budget dehumidifiers that still get the job done
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I’m curbing clutter in my tiny garden with this compact storage solution – and it’s now over 60% off just in time for summerIt’s now over 60% off, just in time for summer
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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Boots discount codes - for May 2026SPONSORED Take a look at our Boots discount codes hand-tested by our saving experts.
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Pro Breeze discount codes - in May 2026SPONSORED Choose from our Pro Breeze discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Furniture123 discount codes - in May 2026SPONSORED Choose from our Furniture123 discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Dunelm discount codes - for May 2026SPONSORED Choose from our Dunelm discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
Renovation
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I lost £13k to a scam builder – this is what I wish I'd done differentlyPlus, how I got my money back
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I clad part of my house to boost its kerb appeal on a budgetRecladding part of our home's exterior has given it a fresh look without breaking the bank
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Got a conservatory that's already starting to overheat?I asked the experts whether conservatory air conditioning is a worthwhile investment or a waste of money
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Does there really have to be a door between your house and conservatory?Or is there a way of opening them up to each other? I asked the experts for the best solution (that doesn’t break the law)
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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How an interior designer breathed new life into this Grade II-listed Georgian farmhouse'Our home is full of furniture and treasures that we’ve collected over the years'
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This boot room colour trend isn't going anywhere in 2026 – Lick's x Hunter is the paint collaboration to try nowThis heritage hue has been given a contemporary twist by Lick
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Forget astrology signs – the perfect mug for you might be revealed by your birth monthWhy not hyper-personalise your morning brew?
