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Painting fence panels with a sponge - is this viral hack a stroke of genius or a waste of time?
It has over 7.9 million views and counting…
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We try the brand new Gozney Arc pizza oven, which promises to be the best in class
We try Gozney's newest pizza oven out
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How to make a garden smell nice – six ways garden designers create a fragrant garden
Make your garden appeal to all the senses
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How to grow peonies – fill your garden with big and beautiful blooms through spring and summer
An expert-approved guide to growing peonies
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Room Decor
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Porch lighting ideas - pretty ways to cast a warming glow over your entranceway
Light up your home with these stylish porch lighting ideas
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Do neutrals go with everything? What the interiors experts had to say may surprise you
Experts reveal whether neutrals are really as versatile as you thought
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Walk-in shower ideas – 20 ways to embrace this hot showering trend
We’ve got walk-in shower inspiration for bathrooms large and small
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How to make your bedroom curtains look expensive – elevate your window dressing
The best ways to make your bedroom curtains look luxurious
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This is why I-shaped kitchen layouts are the best choice for a small space
Everything you need to know about this expert-approved layout
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What colours make a bedroom feel cosier? 9 shades that will give your space a cocooning feel
From earthy tones and warm neutrals to peachy hues and darker colours...
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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'The natural materials and calm colours of our Cotswolds location were the inspiration for our new en suite'
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House Manual
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How much electricity does a slow cooker use? It’s even cheaper than you’d think
Cooking ‘low and slow’ could be the key to lower energy bills
By Lauren Bradbury
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How much does it cost to run an oven? And how can you save on running costs?
We’ve done the maths and spoken to the experts to work out the costs and how to help reduce those figures
By Bianca Castro
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Renovation
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Do you need planning permission for a porch? The rules you need to follow
Dreaming of adding a beautiful front porch to your home? Here's what you need to know about planning permission first
By Katie Sims
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Porch lighting ideas - pretty ways to cast a warming glow over your entranceway
Light up your home with these stylish porch lighting ideas
By Amy Hodge
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How to make your house look expensive from the outside - design tricks to ramp up your kerb appeal
Industry experts share how to elevate the exterior of your home, with solutions to suit all budgets
By Eilidh MacRae
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Should your front door match your windows? Experts share their design tricks to create a striking look
Make your home the envy of your neighbours
By Amy Hodge
DIY
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7 things to consider when building a pergola, according to experts
Building a pergola is easy... but only if you do it right
By Lauren Bradbury
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This Instagrammer found an easy DIY alternative to ‘the chair’ that we all dump our clothes on – and it’s genius!
How to get rid of the messy clothes display with a few easy steps
By Sara Hesikova
Gardens
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These are our top-rated lawn mowers to make lawn maintenance a breeze
Investing in one of the best lawn mowers will make lawn maintenance easy and hassle free
By Luke Edwards
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6 scented plants proven to help you relax - turn your garden into a calming and fragrant oasis
Turbo-charging the relaxing powers of your garden with these scent plants
By Rebecca Knight
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5 things experts want you to know before buying a charcoal BBQ
Want flame-grilled burgers on tap? There are some things you need to know first
By Lauren Bradbury
News & Views
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Sarah Beeny shares the small affordable luxury she keeps in her kitchen– ‘It's more for the eyes'
We've been persuaded to add one to our kitchen ASAP
By Sara Hesikova
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How much does it cost to run an electric heater? And how can you save?
Wondering how much it costs to run an electric heater following the new April energy price cap? We've done the maths and have found ways to trim your spend
By Rachel Ogden
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Here's where to buy the social media famous Ninja ice cream maker on sale for a bonafide bargain price
We've tried Ninja's version of an ice cream maker, and trust me when I say the Ninja Creami will transform your dessert game
By Rebecca Knight
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This garden dining set is one of M&S's bestsellers and it's easy to see why – it's perfect for small gardens
And it keeps selling out!
By Sara Hesikova