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5 bad housekeeping habits I'm breaking up with this year – these small changes have made a huge difference in managing daily clutter

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I'm recommending this £1.50 IKEA garden essential to everyone this planting season – it's the most used tool in my small courtyard garden

If you're sowing seeds or planting up houseplants this spring you need one of these

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Gordon Ramsay's clever pan storage is the star of his family kitchen - here's why this feature works for pro chefs

It's a classic look that adds so much character to a kitchen

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Maximalist design brings this mini Cotswolds cottage roaring to life

Punchy tones and cheerful patterns are a mark of style and confidence

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The 5 design features I consider completely non-negotiable – secrets behind every well-designed home that make everyday life easier and calmer

The quiet, behind-the-scenes decisions that really make or break how a house feels

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Smeg's new 3-in-1 microwave could make your oven and air fryer redundant – and of course, it's available in gorgeous pastel shades too

The design-forward Italian brand gives the humble microwave the 3-in-1 treatment

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What to do with roses in March – 3 tasks that could mean the difference between abundant blooms and disappointing ones

Give those blooms a boost!

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6 solar lights from The Range that will instantly give your garden a glow up – it's one of my favourite places to shop for on-trend, affordable garden lighting

These picks are too good to gatekeep

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How we test electric heaters and oil-filled radiators at Ideal Home

We review every electric heater and oil-filled radiator we recommend to you, testing them in real homes. This is how we do it and why you can trust us

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How to start begonia tubers indoors right now for a 'vibrant, flower-filled show' all summer

Get a head start by planting your begonia tubers indoors now

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B&M is selling some of the most affordable mini-greenhouses I’ve seen – they’re perfect for tiny gardens

This is a PSA for owners of small gardens, courtyards and balconies

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How to make a lamp look more expensive without spending a lot of money – 5 styling tricks from pro designers

These simple tips will transform the look of your lamp

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Feng shui experts say this one simple bedroom practice can improve sleep quality and increase vitality (plus, it's free!)

Feeling tired and sluggish? This is how to create a healthier sleep space and increase your energy

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How we’re making 2026's interior trends work in our renovation – a real life home that includes budgets, compromises, changing tastes and all

From confidence with colours to the importance of texture

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I’ve made clutter invisible by adding this £25 game-changer to my home – and it still keeps the essentials nearby when I need them

It's the secret weapon I use to fake a tidy and organised home

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Our Place has reimagined its bestselling Always Pan in this year's 'it' colour – but it'll only be available to buy for a very limited time

This forget-me-not blue is a breath of fresh air

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I’ve been saving up for cast iron, but this aluminium pan at Aldi has turned my head – it’s a lightweight, affordable alternative if you hate lifting heavy pans

Is this material the new gold standard for cookware?

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How to plan the perfect feel-good room – 3 interior experts share their tips for the ultimate mood-boosting home makeover

Looking to lift your home's mood? We asked the experts for their tips on creating a feel-good space

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Yes, small homes *can* have a utility – and Dunelm’s clever new storage solution lets you fake one in any room of your house

It looks like a regular cupboard, but the inside is a treasure trove of practicality

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Building an ensuite can add value – but do you have the space? These are the minimum measurements you need to squeeze one in

How small is too small for a bathroom?

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George Home has just dropped one of the most stylish garden bistro sets I’ve seen for under £150 – it easily rivals John Lewis’ sell-out Marcy sling chair

Comfortable, stylish and a stunning, sunny shade, I predict this bistro set is about to be a big hit

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How do oil-filled radiators actually work? This is what the pros told me, including how long they stay warm after they’ve been switched off

This is what the pros told me, including how long they stay warm after they’ve been switched off

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How my screen printing shapes my use of colour at home – it's about balance, layering and intuition, and not knowing how it will turn out is part of the fun!

The layering process is just as important in interiors as it is in my art

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The 3 Dulux paint colours that interior experts always use – the classic shades they go to time and time again

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