Top Stories
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Interior Design Masters winner Lia Gold debuts her joyful homeware collection with Next – and it’s not what I expectedHer signature florals are nowhere to be seen
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Aldi's luxe-look rattan planters nail the coastal garden trend – pair them with these plants for a glorious displayWe love this affordable garden upgrade
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Sorry peonies, this low-maintenance shrub is better for longer-lasting blooms – get bold colour and high-impact flowersFill your garden with colour for little effort
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Lidl is dropping a 3-in-1 smoker and grill for under £35 – I asked experts if it’s the best choice for beginner barbequersFor delicious food that will wow your guests
Gardens
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5 patio features that could be decreasing the value of your home, according to property expertsAnd most are surprisingly easy to fix
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The Range is selling a stunning pergola that looks way more expensive than it is – I can’t believe it’s under £165It will fit in a small garden, too
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Sorry, garden sheds, this stylish small-space approved alternative is quietly replacing the storage stapleIf you have limited outdoor space, a shed is not always your best choice...
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This £3 Amazon buy will keep flies away from your houseplants this summer – it has thousands of reviews to back it upBecause there is nothing more irritating than swarms of flies buzzing around your plants
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The 6 best portable BBQs for travel, tiny gardens and every budgetGrill almost anywhere with these portable gas, electric and charcoal BBQs
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What to do with roses in June – the 5 easy tasks to never skip for bigger, better bloomsYour summer checklist to help your roses flourish
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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The 5-7 lighting rule is the easiest way to achieve a layered lighting scheme in your home – ‘It creates a much warmer, more inviting environment’Your home might have the wrong amount of lighting – this is the rule interior experts swear by to get it right
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Lidl is dropping a £5 fruit bowl that will deter flies and wasps – it’s a must-have for al fresco dining and BBQs this summerKeep flies off your fruit this summer
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Next just launched a new version of its bestselling sofa bed that has *hidden storage*It's a game-changer for stashing guest bedding in a small home
House Manual
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I've selected the best steam irons for fast, crease-free results every timeThese top picks make ironing quicker, easier and more effective
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I've covered the Amazon Prime Day for six years and this is the one home appliance I'd never wait to buy in the massive sales eventBuy now, or risk it selling out
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The best Shark deals – how to find the best savings on top-rated vacuums, steam cleaners and moreWhere, when and how to get the deals worth shopping
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How to find the best vacuum cleaner deals – top tips to snap up a proper discountAnd how to weed out the duds
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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Pro Breeze discount codes - in June 2026SPONSORED Choose from our Pro Breeze discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Swift Direct Blinds discount codes - for June 2026SPONSORED Use one of our Swift Direct Blinds discount codes hand-tested by our saving experts.
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Lakeland discount codes - for June 2026SPONSORED Choose from our Lakeland discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
Renovation
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Is underfloor heating going to be banned in the UK?This is what the experts told me about the rumours
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Modern alternatives to dated conservatoriesHave conservatories had their day?
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3 signs a garden room will provide the ideal extra space you needPlus the one factor that means it may not be suitable
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Front door colour ideas – 11 colourful ways to make your home’s entrance stand out for all the right reasonsThese are the best shades to paint your entrance that will impress your guests and passersby alike
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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This £4 ultra-powerful cleaning spray is magic for banishing burn marks on pans - it's rescued my Le CreusetI was ready to write this spray off as just hype
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X girl bedroom ideas to steal from these creative and stylish kids’ rooms that are anything but clichéUse these imaginative, whimsical spaces as your source of inspiration for your little one's sanctuary
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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
