Top Stories
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7 summer bulbs to plant in April – this month is crucial if you want to turn your garden into a colourful paradise
It's not too late if you act now
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Loaf’s ‘bed-in-box’ is the best-disguised guest bed I’ve ever seen – you'd never know there's a pull-out mattress
It's perfect for small homes
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5 things I decluttered before selling my house – how I made it look more desirable for viewings
Plus I pocketed extra cash
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Councils may not take your food waste bin if you use the wrong liner – everything you need to know
What you're required to do
Gardens
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The 'one-third rule' is crucial for cutting your grass in April – experts say it'll keep your lawn healthy
Stick to this cutting height range
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These 6 dreamy hydrangea varieties are perfect for pots and will transform small outdoor spaces with a cloud of blooms
Hydrangeas can thrive in pots, which is ideal if you have a small space
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Giovanna Fletcher is the latest celeb to embrace growing this trending veg at home – experts say they’re one of the best things to grow in a small garden
We've all caught the spud bug
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12 best garden benches I’ve seen this year – from metal to wooden, I’ve found the best designs available
Whether you're looking for a wooden or a metal garden bench with whatever budget, this list has the right bench fror you
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Dunelm’s bohemian-style outdoor pendant lights are the trick to make your garden lighting look expensive this summer
Elevate evenings in the garden
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7 summer bulbs to plant in April – this month is crucial if you want to turn your garden into a colourful paradise
7 summer bulbs to plant in April – it's not too late if you act now
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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The eye-catching kitchen island design feature that will help you fake a bigger cooking space
This simple trick has a big impact
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This £12 Habitat checked tray has already sold out seven times – the viral hit is back in stock in new sizes and colours!
It's become a staple of some of the most stylish homes on social media
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Sorry cottagecore, 'burrowcore' is the latest kitchen trend we're embracing in 2026
From Snow White to Peter Rabbit, this is how we're taking inspiration from character homes we know and love
House Manual
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14 councils in England have delayed weekly food waste collections until at least 2034
14 councils in England have delayed weekly food waste collections until at least 2034
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I traded my usual dishwasher setting for this eco-friendly alternative
It’s saving me £35 a year, take no extra effort and my dishes are just as clean as before
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The 6 best Shark vacuum cleaners to buy right now – tried and tested by a Vacuum Expert
Find the best Shark vacuum for every home and budget
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Waste experts reveal how to deter flies from your food waste bin this summer – 3 easy fixes to make following new recycling rules a breeze
Unfortunately, your food waste bin is the ideal envrionment for flies
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Renovation
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What is the ideal porch size – and can you ever go too big?
I asked the experts how you ensure an addition to the front of your home is in proportion for maximum kerb appeal
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Is it ever a good idea to use a conservatory as an extra bedroom?
Experts told me it’s definitely a feasible option, but only if you follow these 7 crucial pointers
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Why I had to pay three times as much as I wanted to replace the windows in my home
But it turns out it was the right decision
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What's the best way to a bigger kitchen – an extension or a remodel?
It might seem obvious but I asked the experts, and their opinions might surprise you
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
More From Ideal Home
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Aldi's £2.99 air fryer accessories solve all of the problems I've had with liners before
The range includes flat air fryer liners rather than basket versions
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Nespresso's super slim Vertuo Up coffee machine has finally dropped in the UK
Why it's perfect for cosier kitchens and iced coffee fans
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The 1-second trick that will make stainless steel pans non-sick that I picked up from Le Creuset's expert home economist
I've used it at home ever since
