Garden
Experts reveal the conditions in which you can burn garden waste – and what will land you in trouble with the law
Gardening experts have revealed the key rules and regulations to be aware of if you plan to dispose of garden waste by burning it…
Forget Aldi's heated airer, this is the £33 quick-clothes drying system that will speed up laundry day in winter
One of Aldi's most popular specialbuys, the heated winged airer, is returning to store next week (19th November) for a bargain…
How much do you really need to spend on a robot vacuum? The ‘sweet spot’ price point that should tick all of your boxes
As Ideal Home ’s Certified Expert in Vacuums, it’s my job to test the many robot vacuums on the market, comparing their specs…
I've tested countless bath towels, but I keep coming back to this under-the-radar brand - shop the sale now
Finding the best bath towels can be a difficult task. I have tried and tested countless towels that go stiff after just one wash…
George Home is selling the cutest Christmas pudding-shaped crackers – they’ll add whimsy to any dining table
The best hosts will know well that detail is everything when it comes to curating a beautiful Christmas table. And one key detail…
I love the look of the engineered wood flooring in my kitchen, but this big downside is why I wouldn't choose it again
When we renovated my current house, I thought I’d cracked the great kitchen-flooring puzzle. I’d lived with porcelain tiles…
Experts say the '3F rule' is the secret to making your bed warm and cosy this winter
Where I live, nighttime temperatures are predicted to drop below freezing this week, and that means I'm on a mission to make my…
I'm an interior designer, but I'd choose paint over wallpaper every time – here's why
Interior designer Natalie Jahangiry is one of Ideal Home's new Open House contributors, sharing her thoughts on decorating a home…
These stainless steel pans are the first I've seen in colour ways you'll actually want to buy
Stainless steel pans are all the rage right now thanks to their non-toxic, high-quality nature, but in terms of adding design…
I’ll let you in on a frugal secret – Lidl is one of the best places to shop for Christmas houseplants this year
A festive houseplant makes a lovely centrepiece for your Christmas dining table, and right now Lidl are selling Christmas…
7 plants that could become a nightmare for you neighbours
Whilst we might love the look of some plant varieties for their coverage, colour and texture, some can be invasive to our…
I thought all vacuum mops performed more or less the same until I tested the Gtech Orca
Best known for its cordless vacuums, Gtech has built its reputation on simple, fuss-free cleaning. The Gtech Orca Cordless Hard…