Top Stories
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I found a £40 George Home pan that rivals the £125 Always Pan – and it comes in a matching colourful set
Perfect for fans of Our Place cookware
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A new Ninja air fryer for under £100 has been released – it's perfect if your kitchen is on the cosier side
It features free accessories and a new colour-way
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This October lawn care mistake can wreck your grass, invite fungal diseases and damage your mower
Keep an eye on the weather...
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IKEA has launched a brand new service to help you move home – everything from removals to redirecting post
It's designed to make your life easier
Gardens
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The 2 mistakes you should never make with hydrangeas in autumn
Avoiding these common errors will keep your blooms healthy and full of colour come spring
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What to do with hydrangeas in the autumn – 5 essential tasks for healthy blooms next year
Your autumn checklist for happy, healthy hydrangeas
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The window for trimming your hedges is almost over – what you need to know
Don't miss the boat!
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These vegetable roots could hold the key to richer soil next year
Just leave them alone!
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5 plants that will protect your garden from stormy weather, according to garden experts
Do you have any of these plants in your garden ahead of Storm Amy?
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Avoid pruning your trees at these critical times or risk harming your garden
Pruning is important, sure, but you’ll regret doing it at the wrong time…
What To Buy
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Aldi's new £100 robot vacuum also sweeps and mops – it's a time-saving must-have for spotless floors
Save on time and money
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I asked bedding experts what the best sheet material for a good night's sleep is – the fabrics to buy, and one to avoid
Cotton, linen, bamboo, and silk sheets are all high on our experts' list
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Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and tested
The best cooling mattress toppers for a cooler and more breathable sleep – tried and tested options from Simba, Panda, Emma, Silentnight, and more
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Meet Ideal Home's Certified Experts - they've spent over 1,000 hours testing everything from appliances to mattresses so you can shop wisely
No-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts
Room Decor
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Goodbye bedtime arguments – I tested a heated duvet that allows couples to adjust the warmth on each side of the bed
It sounds genius, but there are some things you should know
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This clever Instagram hack transforms an ugly TV with a Habitat frame – the 5 simple steps to recreate it
If you hate looking at your TV when it's not in use, this one's for you
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I can’t stop thinking about this bobbin lamp from Very – it’s a perfect Pooky dupe for a fraction of the price
It’s official, bobbin lamps are here to stay
House Manual
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This is the exact date to turn your heating on in 2025, according to heating experts
Some days are better than others
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This hack will prevent condensation build-up on your windows – and it won’t cost you a penny!
And what to do if your house is too old to take advantage of it
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I tried one of Amazon's bestsellers to clean my shower – now I won't use anything else
It's been modelled on a windscreen wiper for optimum efficiency
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Experts want you to spray vinegar in your home to get rid of spiders this October
Spiders hate the scent of vinegar
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Renovation
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6 lessons I learned when installing my own log burner
And why you should think twice before doing the same
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I really love our log burning stove – but I so wish I'd known these 5 things before installing it
Make sure you know exactly what to expect before splashing out
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Using air con to heat your home in winter can side step planning red tape
I’ve checked what the legislation actually says
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I’m shocked more people haven’t heard of a contour gauge – it makes laying flooring and tiling so much easier for DIYers (and it costs less than £15)
Snap one up and thank me later
Ideal Homes
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'The restoration of the cottage has been well worth the journey'
A sensitive renovation and neutral colour palette have accentuated the character of this pretty Cotswold cottage
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A dated Georgian cottage gets a modern-country update
Cream tones and rustic pieces keep it sumptuous but simple
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A dreamy pastel coloured seaside home on the Dorset coast
A bold move to the Dorset coast saw this family completely transform their dated 1980s house into their ideal home
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This tiny Cotswold cottage makes the most of every inch with a tailored, high-end look
‘I could see the cottage’s potential, and I knew I could make the layout work'
DIY
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Upcycling furniture? Here are 5 things I wish I knew first
Countless upcycling projects (and plenty of mistakes) later, here's what I wish I knew before my first project
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This DIY panelling mistakes could cost you £2,000
If you're considering installing DIY panelling, make sure you don't make this common mistake
More From Ideal Home
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I put Tefal’s self-sharpening knife set to the test – it outshines Ninja’s and costs less, too
The EverSharp block is an impressive product
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Author, model and activist, Charli Howard takes us on a tour of her compact and colourful home
A rich colour palette and curves in all the right places
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Sage Oracle Dual Boiler: The friendliest high-end espresso machine in the world
How does Sage's new machine shape up?
