Garden
M&S’s pretty outdoor holly tree will give your front porch a festive makeover for under £60
My wreath is going to have company this year, as M&S is selling a classic Christmas plant in a sophisticated tree form, and…
Bold colour, rich pattern and a whole lot of Christmas make this home instantly welcoming
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I slept on M&S's £29.50 'no plump' pillow for a week and loved it
My M&S Pintuck pillow review puts this affordable pillow through its paces to see how its unusual pocketed construction compares…
I’m calling it! 2027 is the year of the zebra print – and this gorgeous Next storage stool proves it
Sorry, leopard print, I am about to commit adultery on my beloved statement animal print, as the Next Zebra Chenille Rust Brown…
I tested VonHaus’ sub-£100 slimline dehumidifier in my small home – it’s a game-changer for damp rooms and drying laundry
As luck would have it, the same week that my downstairs toilet decided to pack up, my washing machine and tumble dryer also…
Rechargeable lamps are a must-have for dark, uninviting kitchens – these are the 7 stylish lamps on my radar for less than £35
We're now firmly in dark mornings and evenings territory, and the only thing getting me through is leaning into the cosiness…
B&Q has slashed the price of its must-have smart dehumidifier to under £100
As part of the B&Q Black Friday Sale , the retailer is selling a smart dehumidifier for under £100. If you’ve been struggling…
Stacey Dooley’s breathtaking chandelier is social media-famous – I just found an affordable alternative at Next
As far as celebrity homes go, Stacey Dooley’s is a firm Ideal Home office favourite and one we often look to for a dose of…
This gimmicky Ninja buy might seem excessive – but it’s turned into my secret weapon for stress-free hosting
Don't get me wrong, I love to host. But making sure that everyone has a topped-up glass can take up the majority of an evening…
I swapped my coffee table for a footstool – and it's made my living room feel so much better
Content creator Lucy Kalice is one of Ideal Home's Open House contributors, sharing her thoughts on cleaning, home decor and…
Why do I have one freezing cold wall at home?
With temperatures in single figures, it's safe to say autumn is well and truly here. But while it's cold outside, it's more…
When to stop mowing your lawn for the winter – the tell-tale sign to look for
Wondering when to stop cutting your grass for winter? It’s always been a hot topic among lawn owners, but this autumn, things are…