Ellis Cochrane
Ellis Cochrane has been a Freelance Contributor for Ideal Home since 2023. Ellis has been writing about homes, interiors and gardens for four years now, with her also contributing to House Beautiful, Country Living, Expert Reviews, Real Homes and Stylist.
When she's not sharing expert tips, tricks and advice, she also covers everything from beauty and style to TV and films, books and celebrity news for a number of publications such as Tyla, Prima, IndyBest, Cosmopolitan and LADbible. Ellis studied at the University of Strathclyde, where she completed a Joint BA Hons Degree in English and Politics.
Latest articles by Ellis Cochrane
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Do I need planning permission for a shed? What you need to know about adding one
The experts reveal when you will and won't need permission to add a shed to your garden
By Ellis Cochrane
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Can you paint over wallpaper? Experts explain how to make this time-saving hack work
We asked the experts if it's actually a good idea to paint over wallpaper and there tricks to get the best finish if you are
By Ellis Cochrane
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How to grow hydrangeas in pots – an easy guide for beautiful containers
The experts reveal the benefits of growing these beautiful blooms in containers
By Ellis Cochrane
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Experts are warning against these 5 viral TikTok cleaning hacks
These are the trends that we won't be trying out for ourselves
By Ellis Cochrane
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Every garden should try this Chelsea Flower Show trend – even Stacey Soloman is a fan
This lazy gardening approach can be the best thing you ever do for your garden
By Ellis Cochrane
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How to dispose of a kitchen knife safely and responsibly
If you've ever wondered what to do with your old kitchen knives, we've asked the experts for their advice
By Ellis Cochrane
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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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When to remove painters tape – for a seamless finish when painting walls
The experts reveal their top tips and tricks.
By Ellis Cochrane
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Morrisons take on Aldi with great-value garden furniture to upgrade your patio
We predict a sell-out!
By Amy Cutmore
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What is the diamond on a tape measure? Turns out they have an important purpose
Turns out those little diamonds on a tape measure aren't just for decoration
By Ellis Cochrane
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Spray painting bathroom taps is a quick decorating hack, but will it last long term? We have the answer
We asked the experts to weigh in on whether the spray painting bathroom taps hack is actually worth the effort
By Ellis Cochrane
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5 of the best bulbs to plant now - It's not too late to add colour to your garden
It's not too late to add a splash of summer colours with the best bulbs to plant in spring
By Ellis Cochrane
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IKEA’s new anniversary collection includes a bold spin on its most iconic designs
The classics have been given a fresh update bursting with colour and personality
By Ellis Cochrane
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'Make it look as un-styled as possible' - Interior Designer Banjo Beale reveals his secret for styling a blanket
The Interior Design Master's winner has launched a beautiful collection of blankets with the Tartan Blanket Company
By Ellis Cochrane