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Calm colours for living rooms – soothe everyday stress with these chillout shades
Experts pick these calm colours for living rooms every time
By Andrea Childs
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21 ways to refresh for free – easy ideas to redecorate homes at zero cost
Make your living space feel brand new without breaking the bank, using these tips from the Ideal Home team
By Tamara Kelly
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Restore your sofa to its former glory with this plumping secret experts swear by
Give your beloved sofa a new lease of life with these expert-led tips
By Jullia Joson
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Grey carpet living room ideas – how to make this versatile colour suit any scheme
Grey is here to stay - here's how to incorporate grey carpet into any living room scheme
By Jennifer Morgan
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10 living room wood floor ideas that will add elegance and style
Our living room wood floor ideas will give you inspiration and expert tips on what to look for
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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Habitat is selling a dupe for this £4,500 Harrods coffee table
*adds to basket*
By Sara Hesikova
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The 3 popular interiors trends being labelled 'cringe' by Gen Z. Are you guilty of any?
It's bad news for Mrs Hinch fans, we're afraid...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Do you sit on your sofa with outside clothes? This viral Twitter debate might make you think twice
This debate has got us seriously second-guessing our own cleaning practices
By Jullia Joson
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Avoid choosing this outdoor sofa colour in a north-facing garden, warn experts
Proceed with caution before choosing just any old colour for your outdoor sofa
By Jullia Joson
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Where to position your outdoor corner sofa for Feng Shui harmony, according to the experts
Optimise energy flow within your garden with these top tips
By Jullia Joson
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Tennis fans queued for Wimbledon with a £1000 pink sofa – we can't decide if it's genius or bonkers
Would you ever be this committed to the cause?
By Jullia Joson
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Carpet colour trends for 2023 – experts reveal what's hot this year
During the last five years, carpet has risen in popularity so we've asked our experts what the carpet colour trends for 2023
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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What's the best carpet colour for a living room? Design experts reveal their top choices
Investing in carpet but no idea what colour to choose? Our guide on the best carpet colour for a living room is here
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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'It feels misjudged and naive' – the piece of furniture Angela Scanlon seriously regrets buying
A cautionary tale for interior enthusiasts
By Jullia Joson
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Living room flooring ideas to help you choose the perfect finish for this surface
From practical materials to on-trend designs, follow this expert-led advice on choosing the best flooring
By Tamara Kelly
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Simple living room ideas – easy design updates and decorating projects to refresh a lounge
Looking for a fuss-free update to your living room? These simple decor tips will make a space feel brand new
By Tamara Kelly
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How to organise living room shelves – 10 ways to create a beautifully ordered display
Organise your living room shelves so they’re as practical as they are pretty
By Tara King
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How your sofa could increase the value of your home, according to a home stager
Size really does matter...
By Jullia Joson
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Is Swyft's newest sofa bed launch the renter-friendly solution for small spaces? We take a first look
Neither style nor comfort has to be sacrificed with the sofa-in-a-box brand's new launch
By Jullia Joson
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Three ways to arrange two sofas in a small living room - and one way to avoid
Who says you can't get two sofas in a small living room? Here are the best ways to set them up
By Katie Sims
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Kimberly Walsh's living room makeover proves this noughties colour is having a moment
If you've been considering a blue makeover - this is a sign
By Ellis Cochrane
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32 open-plan living room ideas to make the space stylish and seamless
Make more of your square footage by creating a beautiful and multi-functional open-plan space for all the family
By Tamara Kelly
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A flat packed Chesterfield sofa? Yes, really
The latest innovation means that even tiny homes can enjoy this classic piece of furniture
By Amy Hunt
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How to transform your home into an 'accidentally Wes Anderson' movie
Counting down the days until Asteroid City hits cinemas? Here’s how to recreate Wes Anderson’s unique visual style throughout your home
By Kayleigh Dray
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A sofa bed that's actually comfy? Is Emma mattress' new launch worth the price?
Upon first impressions, it looks like it could be an overnight option worth considering
By Jullia Joson
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The sofa colours to avoid – and the ones you won't regret, according to interior experts
If you're after a timeless look that you'll always love, listen up
By Jullia Joson
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5 easy ways to turn a plain living room into a luxe cinema room
Create a dreamy cinema room with these affordable updates and interior designer top tips
By Holly Reaney