Diy
DIY advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Diy
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Love the look of stained glass but hate the price tag? Get the look for less than £20 with these easy hacks
The period look doesn't have to cost you a fortune
By Jullia Joson
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Scam alert! These are the top 5 swindler tactics to watch out for when shopping for second-hand furniture
A guide to second-hand shopping scams, how to recognise them and best avoid them
By Sara Hesikova
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Can you paint block paving? This is the TikTok-approved way to pimp up your outside path or driveway on a budget
No, you don’t need to replace your whole driveway to boost your curb appeal
By Lauren Bradbury
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‘Blurring of boundaries between inside and out’ - Graham and Brown’s 2024 wallpaper of the year creates a soothing paradise
Bring the outside in with Graham and Brown’s new wallpaper design
By Sara Hesikova
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After years of using Facebook Marketplace, I just found out about this genius hack for getting the best deals and I’m shook
The secret to getting the best finds on Facebook Marketplace before everyone else – it’s so simple, I regret not trying it sooner
By Sara Hesikova
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No, masonry paint isn’t just for exterior walls - the clever hacks to make your tin of paint go so much further
Don’t let your leftover masonry paint gather dust
By Lauren Bradbury
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'The life hack we all need!' – conceal TV remotes in plain sight with this Instagram hack
Say goodbye to your eyesore of a TV remote ruining the look of a styled coffee table
By Jullia Joson
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Experts are warning homeowners to avoid risking this DIY job this weekend
If you're planning a trip to the DIY store this weekend you might want to rethink until the weather cools
By Ellis Cochrane
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'So clever!' – we're swooning over this hack to get the scallop lampshade look for free
The end result is unbelievably gorgeous
By Jullia Joson
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Don't toss those old candle jars! Try these clever tricks instead to give them a new lease of life
Do you have old candle jars lying around the house? These easy pro tips will save them from the bin and turn them into beautiful home decor
By Sara Hesikova
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Upcycling for beginners - 10 things every new DIY-er should know
Turn trash to treasure and banish trips to the tip with our upcycling for beginners’ starter guide
By Linda Clayton
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How to render a garden wall and transform your garden on a budget
Rendering a garden wall can be tricky, but our easy step-by-step guide breaks it down for you
By Lauren Bradbury
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Yes, you paint plastic plant pots - But only if you follow one of these two foolproof methods
It’s time to start a plastic plant pot revolution
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to fix chipped paint on furniture - 3 quick and easy ways
Give your old furniture a new lease of life
By Lauren Bradbury
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What paint to use on skirting boards – decorating experts reveal the best and worst type of paint to use
The hits and misses of paint for skirting boards according to decorating pros
By Sara Hesikova
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Don’t throw away your used coffee grounds - experts say to stain your wooden furniture with it instead
The one surprising way how to repurpose used ground coffee for home DIY according to experts
By Sara Hesikova
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How to turn unused glass bottles into beautiful vases - a step-by-step guide
Transform unused glass containers into colourful vases for displaying a beautiful array of end of summer blooms
By Holly Reaney
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How to press flowers – for pretty homemade decorations
Follow this step-by-step on how to press flowers by Jamjar Edit and extend your garden blooms into autumn
By Jacky Hobbs
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How to strip paint from wood - upcycle your furniture in 4 easy steps
Looking for a design switch-up or fancy a new upcycling project? Knowing how to properly strip paint from wood is key
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to paint edges of a wall without masking tape getting involved
Experts share alternative tools for achieving clean, straight edges
By Sara Hesikova
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This wall panelling method is going viral on TikTok – how to get the look, according to DIY experts
Recreate this well-sought-after, elegant architectural feature for less
By Jullia Joson
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The do's and don'ts of spray painting appliances in the kitchen, according to experts
Should you be spray painting your kitchen appliances? Experts share their tips
By Sara Hesikova
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How to soundproof a room from noisy neighbours – learn how to keep the peace today
Find peace and quiet with these pro tips from soundproofing experts and interior designers
By Andrea Childs
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Are you stuck with outdated popcorn ceilings? This genius hack will remove them with just water
It’s not the 1980s anymore so we like our ceilings nice and smooth
By Sara Hesikova
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11 house maintenance tasks experts recommend doing right now to save money
Get prepared for the colder months by ticking these off your maintenance to-do list this week
By Jullia Joson
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Have wooden garden furniture? Experts recommend doing this to avoid making the same mistake as Stanley Tucci
Don’t make the same mistake as Stanley Tucci
By Sara Hesikova
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How to paint behind a radiator like a pro
Get into all the nooks and crannies behind your radiator without removing it with this easy painting guide
By Sara Hesikova