outdoor living
If you want your garden to be more than a football pitch for the kids, our outdoor living guide will help you turn any plot into another room of the house
outdoor living
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I tried Gozney's new Tread pizza oven – it's ultra-thin pizza stone means it heats up seriously fast
The much-awaited portable oven from the brand has arrived. But is it any good? I tested it to find out
By Molly Cleary
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George Home’s sold-out striped parasol is finally back in stock - but this elegant design is expected to sell out again fast
I can't get enough of its whimsical design, too
By Kezia Reynolds
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Aldi’s cult Kamado BBQ is returning to stores and it's £100 cheaper than last time
This budget BBQ is only a fraction of the price of this celebrity favourite
By Kezia Reynolds
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I'm a stylist with an eye for expensive-looking high street finds – these 6 garden furniture pieces at Dunelm are on my radar
These pieces all look more than their price tag
By Laurie Davidson
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The 6 outdoor lights from Habitat that I'm choosing between to make my outdoor space look more expensive this summer
I couldn’t believe some of the prices
By Ellis Cochrane
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Aldi is launching a £200 day bed with four different features - its sleek design is suited to the whole family
You don't want to miss out on this Specialbuy
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 outdated rules to ignore when designing a small patio – experts say ditching them will transform your space
These are the traditional patio design rules you don’t always need to follow
By Rebecca Lawton
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I’m seeing pastel garden furniture at all my favourite brands this spring, but QVC’s sorbet collection impressed me the most
Fresh pastel shades are a great way to liven up your outdoor space
By Kezia Reynolds
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I spent the afternoon looking through Wayfair's garden sale – these are the 6 pieces I'm buying immediately for summer
These are my must-have garden buys from the sale
By Holly Reaney
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Rattan garden furniture will always be a classic, and I've found 9 on-trend pieces that will make any patio look good
I’ve scoured countless brands’ and retailers’ collections to find the best rattan outdoor furniture in every category, from garden chairs to lounge sets
By Sara Hesikova
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Lidl’s £15 sun sail is everything you need to create a shady oasis in your garden – and it’s on sale right now
With two stylish colours available, the sun sail will make a chic yet practical addition to any of your garden.
By Kezia Reynolds
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B&M has nailed 2025's breakout garden furniture trend - it's one of the most affordable and stylish I've seen
Get the luxe look for less
By Kezia Reynolds
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30 garden seating ideas – from outdoor sofas to garden chairs, make sure you and your guests can sit and relax in style
This is how to sit comfortably and stylishly in your outdoor space
By Amy Cutmore
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I found a treasure-trove of designer-look garden furniture at La Redoute - 6 chic standouts
Give your garden that high-end look
By Sara Hesikova
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9 best gas BBQs in the UK for easy alfresco cooking, tried and tested
Searching for the best gas BBQ on the market? These are our favourites
By Molly Cleary
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Best BBQs to level up your summer grilling, tried and tested in real gardens
The very best BBQs out there, reviewed and approved by the Ideal Home team
By Molly Cleary
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How to choose outdoor furniture for your garden or patio – experts reveal the 7 things to look out for when shopping for garden furniture
Experts share the only checklist you'll need when shopping for outdoor furniture
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Lidl garden range includes a genius hack to instantly make a patio look more expensive – and it's only £17
Is your patio decking looking a little tired? We suggest you head to your nearest Lidl right away
By Kezia Reynolds
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Aldi's BBQ top pizza oven is back in time for summer – and it's even cheaper than last year
Any budding dough-spinners would be foolish to miss out on this bargain buy
By Kezia Reynolds
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Amazon has slashed the price of a Kärcher pressure washer to less than £120 — there’s never been a better time to bag this bargain
Prepping your outdoor space for spring? Kärcher has got you covered
By Lauren Bradbury
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George Home's curved garden furniture collection has nailed this year’s hottest seating trend – these are our top picks from the collection
It's both comfortable and stylish
By Kezia Reynolds
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Habitat is selling the perfect lookalike for IKEA’s stylish garden furniture set – and it’s £870 cheaper!
IKEA's HAVSTEN outdoor furniture is sleek and stylish but not cheap by any means – but we've found an alternative
By Sara Hesikova
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How to reuse old pillows in the garden – 7 genius ways to repurpose yours
Don't throw your old pillows away! Instead, set them to work in your garden...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Social media can’t get enough of the striking Dunelm Santorini egg chair - but I’ve found a cheaper alternative at QVC that looks just as good
QVC seriously needs to be on your radar for some of the best stylish and comfortable garden furniture this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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Covered deck ideas — 10 ways to create a seamless indoor-outdoor living area
Create a sheltered spot in your garden with these beautiful covered decking ideas
By Katie Garrett
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George Home is bringing the disco trend to the garden with their stunning £16 planters - I'm seeing them all over social media
Not only is this a playful garden trend, but disco ball planters will add extra shine to your outdoor spaces
By Kezia Reynolds
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This George Home garden furniture set sold out in days last year – it’s back in stock, but be quick before it’s gone again!
And it's the perfect lookalike for a designer cult favourite that's five times more expensive
By Sara Hesikova