Latest News
I asked the Ideal Home team for their holy grail air fryer
I’ve been reviewing air fryers here at Ideal Home since 2022 – a dream job for someone who loves cooking all sorts of things but…
Meera Sodha’s Jaipur-inspired pink Npetune kitchen
Pink kitchens quickly went from an ‘out-there’ kitchen trend to somewhat of a neutral, failsafe choice. So it’s only natural that…
Best microwaves in the UK -top-rated multi-tasking gadgets
If you’ve ever attempted to use a kitchen without a microwave, you’ve likely discovered just why having one is so useful. That’s…
This £15 Amazon is perfect for making a wildlife winery
From hydration stations, bird bars and even wildlife wineries, there are plenty of cutesy names to call the bird baths we set up…
9 picks from the M&S sale that give a luxe look for under £50
If 10 years ago you’d told me that M&S would be one of the hottest places to shop for fashion and homeware, I wouldn’t have…
H&M has just given the paper lampshade a cool girl update
H&M has just given the classic dome paper lampshade a trendy new form, and I’m obsessed – it’s a cool girl take on a classic…
IKEA’s popular LINDÅKRA sofa bed is now a stylish new colour
A few years ago I flew to Sweden to see IKEA’s latest homeware collection launch, and at the time, the new LINDÅKRA sofa bed was…
Scientists urge gardeners to count butterflies this week
The Big Butterfly Count needs just 15 minutes of your time this week as the wildlife survey seeks to gain a better understanding…
What to do with agapanthus in August – 5 essential tasks
We’re in the peak of summer right now, and if you have agapanthus growing in your garden, it will be looking its best, despite…
Why are your gladioli not flowering, and what to do about it
Gladioli are instantly recognised by their spires of blooms and vibrant colours and are a favourite in the garden and as cut…
This showstopping kitchen was once an old swimming pool
When Lorna and Phil saw the location of this house, they fell in love with it. Called ‘Woodlands’, it is surrounded by trees – in…
What to do with dahlias in August – 4 crucial tasks
If your dahlias are (hopefully) flowering this month and you want to prolong or boost those displays, you’ll need to know what to…