Top Stories
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Kitchen items you can no longer recycle when decluttering due to new bin rules in EnglandWhat to do with them instead
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4 easy ways to dispose of garden waste if you don’t have a garden waste bin and aren't eligible for a collectionNo collection, no worries
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6 beautiful plants that stop weeds from taking over your garden – evergreen beauties and pollinator favouritesThey'll save you hours of weeding
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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?Experts share the best solution
Gardens
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6 drought-tolerant shrubs to plant in May for a climate-resilient gardenThese varieties thrive in warm weather
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IKEA has just given the classic plant stand a sleek update, and it’s a must-have for small gardens and balconies – it even doubles up as a seatIKEA's latest garden buy is a real space-saving gem
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I spent hours checking every retailer’s garden furniture deals ahead of the bank holiday weekend – these are the best I foundMost retailers are running a bank holiday sale on garden furniture right now – these are the ones to snap up now while you stil can
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IKEA is selling the most stylish retro garden parasol I’ve seen this year – I can’t believe it costs less than £20I had to double-take when I saw the price of IKEA's new garden parasol
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Wayfair is selling an outdoor sofa that looks identical to one of IKEA’s bestsellers – and it’s almost £200 cheaper!I just found the most perfect and more affordable lookalike for one of IKEA’s bestselling outdoor sofas
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Badgers have destroyed my suburban garden – I asked the experts how to safely (and legally) deter the protected speciesHere’s all you need to know when it comes to living with badgers
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 floorsSave 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 avoidCotton, 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 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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Ideal Home's favourite 20 spring summer buys for under £20 this monthBrilliant home buys for a bargain price
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Sorry, ottoman beds, this is the year of the four-poster – canopy beds are having a comeback, and these 6 styles prove itClean-lined and contemporary, there are no chintzy drapes in sight
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Bathroom living rooms are a big trend in 2026 – the bathroom of Bert and May's founder is a masterclass in creating a cosy but practical schemeA tiled fireplace will make any bathroom feel inviting
House Manual
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I'm a robot vacuum cleaner convert – and these are the 6 models I rate for effortless hands-free cleaningI tested top models from Eufy, Shark, Dyson and more
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6 areas of my home that are looking tired and shabby way too quicklyHere’s how I plan on giving them a DIY seasonal facelift
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I’ve spent over 300 hours testing vacuum cleaners – these are my top-rated models to suit every householdThe must-have models I’d recommend to family and friends
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This new budget dehumidifier is 'designed to keep your home feeling fresher and the air cleaner' – here's why I rate itHow well does Meaco's smallest dehumidifier stack up against its larger models?
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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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Renovation
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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)
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Is your exterior house colour going out of style? Experts reveal the shades fading in popularity this year and the ones replacing themThe two colours that will elevate your house exterior
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I wish I had a bigger hallway — is a porch the answer?I asked the pros for the 3 best ways to achieve more space in this part of my home
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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The definitive list of the best kettles, reviewedTake a look at the best kettles that we've tested, featuring brands like Dualit, Smeg and De'Longhi
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These are all of the best pizza ovens, as tried by the Ideal Home teamWe've tried all of the best pizza ovens from Ooni, Ninja, Gozney, and more at home, to tell you which one is best
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A new small-kitchen-friendly indoor pizza oven from Kenwood just droppedThe price tag is so much more appealing than you'd expect
