Top Stories
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5 things that interior experts agree are making your living room look dated – but don't worry, they're easy to fix
Trends that belong in the past
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Lidl is launching clever make-your-own-cleaning-kits that rival Joseph Joseph – they’re ideal if you lack storage space at home
Prices start at just £2.99
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12 new-in anti-trend homeware buys from M&S I'm recommending to all my friends for a timeless, yet stylish home
For a classic look, these home accessories are it
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Your birth month has a perennial plant – this is the meaning behind yours, and the best varieties to add to your garden
Here's the special meanings behind all 12....
Gardens
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4 major hydrangea pruning mistakes to avoid this spring – and what to do instead for bigger, brighter blooms this year
Nobody's perfect, true, but your hydrangea will thank you for avoiding these common pruning mistakes....
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The RHS is urging gardeners to check their gardens for a rare, pink daffodil this spring
Scientists want the British public to keep an eye out for 'Mrs R.O. Blackhouse'.
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My grass is really long, but as a Garden Editor, even I'm not mowing it yet
Don't jump the gun!
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Where to place a snake plant according to Feng Shui to absorb negative energy and produce protective vibes
Find out where to place this popular houseplant that will benefit you the most
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This seed snail hack will maximise your windowsill’s growing potential
It's perfect for sowing sweet peas in small spaces
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4 cut flowers you can still plant now for a burst of colour in spring – no, it's not too late, but you'll need to start planting fast
These flowers will look just as glorious in a garden as in a vase
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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There's a bedding colour that matches your birth month – these are the 12 shades that will hyper-personalise your bed
From January to December, these are the rainbow hues that match your birth date
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Kitchen banquette seating doesn't have to be built in – these are the 7 banquettes I'd buy in a heartbeat (no carpenter required)
With options for every budget and room size
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12 new-in anti-trend homeware buys from M&S I'm recommending to all my friends for a timeless, yet stylish home
If you're in the mood for something classic and chic, these home accessories are it
House Manual
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I underestimated how much selling my house would set me back – but experts say that doing this one thing can drastically cut moving costs
This is how I plan to save hundreds (while also keeping my stress levels down!)
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Finally! Dyson is releasing an *affordable* wet floor cleaner that won’t break the bank – and it’ll be more manoeuvrable than ever
Say hello to the Dyson PencilWash
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4 things people with a tidy home office always have – work from home essentials to boost productivity and banish clutter
A tidy workspace = a tidy mind
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I’m a Cleaning and Floorcare Editor, and these are the best steam cleaners and mops you can buy for whole-home cleaning
Banish grime and blitz bacteria with these top-rated steam cleaners and mops
HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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Pro Breeze discount codes - in February 2026
SPONSORED Choose from our Pro Breeze discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Pagazzi discount codes for February 2026
SPONSORED Choose from our Pagazzi discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Aspire Store discount codes for February 2026
SPONSORED Choose from our Aspire Store discount codes and promo codes, hand-tested by our experts.
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Garden Trading discount codes - in February 2026
SPONSORED Use these Garden Trading discount codes to save on garden furniture, outdoor lighting, and garden decor.
Renovation
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A pivot door could be a stylish addition to your home and elevate its kerb appeal
This is what you should know if you are considering one
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Will double glazing old windows strip them of their character and charm?
I asked the pros whether there was a way to do it sympathetically instead
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If you spot any of these warning signs during heavy rain, then water could be getting into your home, and you’ll need to act fast
Keep your eyes peeled for signs of water ingress
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What is solar control glass? This is what the experts say
Could it be key to preventing your home overheating in summer?
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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Uninspired by this year's colour trends? So was I, until I saw Le Creuset's new shimmering coastal colour – it'll transport you to your summer holiday
Bleu Riviera brings a much needed warmth to the winter blues
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This former post office is now the perfect Cotswolds cottage
The renovation blends old and new, with a calm neutral palette
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I challenge you not to be wowed by the power of the Ninja BlendBoss – it has the strength of a Vitamix packed into a compact Stanley Cup-esque design
There's a lot to like with this clever, amped up blender system
