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I’m obsessed with Dunelm’s William Morris Snuggle chair
We all know and love Dunelm’s stunning and arguably iconic range of snuggle chairs. But, what If I told you that I’ve just…
How a messy garden could cost you an unlimited fine
How tidy do you keep your garden? Is it your pride and joy or somewhere you couldn’t care less about? Well, if it’s the latter…
I’ve had a heat pump for 6 months – here’s what I’ve learned
When we built our extension, one of the biggest questions was how we might want to heat it. We knew we wanted something modern…
Matalan’s new bow tableware looks so much like Anthropologie
Around this time last year, Anthropologie released some of the prettiest tableware that I’ve ever laid eyes on with dinner…
Instant Pot just released a colourful mini multi-cooker
Even though I test multi-cookers in our test kitchen as part of my 9-5 as Ideal Home’s Kitchen Appliances Editor, I’ve never…
B&Q is the best place to shop art deco style opulent lighting
Ever since Pinterest announced that Art Deco would be a defining style in the Autumn and winter months, I’ve been so excited to…
Your houseplants could be slowing down your WiFi by 40%
When working from home, watching Netflix or simply scrolling TikTok on your phone, you’ll know how frustrating it is when your…
What’s your best trick for staying warm without the heating?
This week on Ideal Home all our discussions have been dominated by the drop in temperature, and all the tricks we’re using to…
I’m calling it, Next’s Halloween shop is the best this year
October is nearly upon us, which means that it’s prime time for planning Halloween decor. And if you’re a little stuck for ideas…
The IKEA BILLY bookcase with foldable table is genius!
IKEA’s BILLY bookcase is one of the Swedish retailer’s bestselling furniture pieces, loved for its affordable price point and…
Do not turn your heating on until you’ve completed this job
As it starts to get colder, it becomes more and more tempting to reach for the thermostat, but before you switch your heating on…
7 of the best spring bulbs for shade – plant them now!
If you’ve got a north-facing garden, or just a lot of shadowy corners in your space, fear not: there are plenty of spring bulbs…