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Aldi's £30 potting bench is back – double outdoor space and storage in one versatile buy
Maximise space in even the smallest of gardens
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IKEA has just launched a pet collection featuring some seriously stylish cat and dog beds
It's a must-shop for goodies for your furry friend
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Holly Willoughby's sellout £20 M&S vase is Instagram's latest obsession - here are 3 similar
It nails the spring season's 'it' pattern
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When to plant dahlias to grow fabulous flowers the size of dinner plates
Wondering when to plant dahlias outside? Here's our expert guide...
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Room Decor
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How to decorate rental walls - clever design tricks that are all easy to remove
Brighten up plain walls in a rental home with these tried and tested ways without losing your deposit
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5 golden rules for pattern clashing - design pros on how they create striking schemes
The only rules you need to know for creating a premium-looking design
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Modern bathroom ideas - 13 ways to create a contemporary scheme
Inject contemporary style into your bathroom with these on-trend tile, colour and design tips
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What colours make a small living room look bigger? Elevate your lounge with this trick
These clever colours will make a compact lounge feel bigger
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12 small bathroom tile ideas to turn your compact bathroom into something spectacular
Transform your shower, loo or ensuite with tiles, no matter what the size of the space
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Should you mix and match sofas? Design experts reveal the answer and their styling tips
Eclectic decor is in - but here's how to make mismatched sofas work
What To Buy
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Explore Ideal Home's expert buying guides & reviews
Whether you need a mattress, lawn mower, candle or even a pizza oven, our buying guides will help you find the right items for your home.
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Best mattress 2024 – tried and tested hybrid, memory foam, and pocket spring mattresses
We've reviewed the best mattresses from the biggest brand names, including Emma, Simba, Tempur, Hypnos, Silentnight, and many more. Here's our verdict on which to shop for the best night's sleep
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This colourful kitchen extension is brimming with feel-good factor
With a keen eye for colour, Lisa Potter-Dixon has created a joyful scheme full of character
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‘Renovating this house has been a labour of love…but it puts a smile on my face every day’
Ditching dated décor and introducing rich colours and classic pieces has turned an unloved Victorian property into a luxurious yet homely space
House Manual
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How to declutter your kitchen - 10 tricks for clearing up your cooking domain
Experience the satisfaction of chaos-free cupboards, organised drawers and orderly larders with the experts’ top tips
By Linda Clayton
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Does an air purifier help hay fever? Yes, but only if you choose the right air purifier
See ya later, hay fever
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HOMES DISCOUNT CODES
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Simba discount codes for March 2024
Shop mattresses, bed frames, pillows, mattress toppers and bedding for less with our live Simba discount codes.
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Ninja Kitchen discount codes for March 2024
Use one of our hand-tested Ninja Kitchen discount codes to save on air-fryers, kitchenware, and appliances today.
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Swift Direct Blinds discount codes for March 2024
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Renovation
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How to get hold of two free tickets to the Homebuilding & Renovating Show at the NEC Birmingham
Creating your dream home? We have just the thing to help you!
By Rebecca Knight
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The hup! system is revolutionising the way extensions are built – taking projects just days to complete
A home extension complete in less than a week? Yes, really...
By Jullia Joson
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The emerging home renovation trends to know about in 2024 for every property and budget
Before extending or updating your home, know what's hot and what's not in the world of renovation
By Amy Cutmore
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How to make your home look bigger – without getting the construction crew in
The expert advised methods for making small spaces seem larger
By Thea Babington-Stitt
DIY
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How to paint bathroom tiles - 5 simple steps to upgrade your bathroom on a budget
Want a quick and easy way to revamp your bathroom? A lick of paint over your tiles could be all you need
By Holly Walsh
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A simple DIY lighting hack made this hallway look so much more expensive
It's all in those tiny details
By Laurie Davidson
Gardens
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The 6 best privacy trees for small gardens
No space? No problem!
By Lauren Bradbury
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What to plant in April – the flowers, fruit and vegetables experts recommend sowing this month
Your April planting guide
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to grow camellias for a vibrant show of pink flowers every spring
Jealous of all those Barbie-pink blooms around town? Here's how to grow your own camellias at home
By Kayleigh Dray
News & Views
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Decorative book storage boxes are the 'genius' solution to hide TV remotes and clutter in plain sight
These are the answer to a clutter-free home
By Jullia Joson
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Fred Sirieix reveals his little secret to hosting a great spring get-together – it's so simple, but effective
It's a nod to this popular tablescaping element
By Jullia Joson
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Stacey Solomon's dreamy gift wrapping station is the perfect solution for storing awkward-shaped gift supplies
Fans on Instagram are in love, and for good reason
By Jullia Joson
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Our top-rated mattress is currently on sale at a discount of over £200 – it's the best price we've seen for it in months
Our favourite mattress just got a whole lot cheaper
By Jullia Joson