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Can you use an outside tap during a hosepipe ban? Experts reveal the workaround that’ll keep your plants hydrated

Water your garden the responsible way

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5 ways to make a mosquito-proof garden and keep your family bite-free this summer, according to pros

Make your outside space less hospitable for mosquitoes

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5 self-seeding cottage garden flowers that will fill your borders with picture-perfect blooms for free every summer

They'll spread picture-perfect blooms year after year

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5 things people with a tidy (and clean) sink area always have – and how to fake a calm, clutter-free kitchen with minimal effort

Steal these low-effort upgrades

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Halfway through the year, these are the 3 kitchen trends with staying power that I predict will last well into 2027 – what you need to know

These are the 2026 trends worth investing in

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When will plug-in solar panels be available to buy in the UK? This is everything we know so far

Updates to legislation that is currently blocking the sale of plug-in solar panels are set to come into force at the end of August

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'Like magic in a heatwave' – this cooling duvet has transformed my sleep in hot weather

This cooling duvet has transformed my sleep in hot weather

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How to remove compost stains from a patio – and prevent them from setting into your pavers in the first place

Lift marks and debris early!

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I recreated the boutique hotel look in my bedroom – without copying it

I borrowed these design tricks to transform my space

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The Our Place tableware set I get endless compliments on is finally on sale – after owning it for years without a chip, these are the plates I'm forever recommending

These are the plates I'm forever recommending

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Sorry, Farrow & Ball! But this is the paint shade that so many stylish homes have in common – even Ideal Home editors have it in their homes

‘Everyone asks what the paint colour is’

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I wish I could gatekeep, but I just spotted the chicest water fountain planter at QVC for a star price – I'm snapping one up for my garden ASAP

Add some Mediterranean cool to your garden

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My hydrangea blooms are turning brown – experts told me why it's happening and how to stop it from getting worse so I can rescue the rest of this summer's flowers

And how to stop it from getting worse

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5 scents mosquitoes can't stand and will make your home and garden smell divine – say goodbye to painful bites this summer

Say goodbye to painful bites this summer

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Pet rooms are on the rise – here's how to create a functional place for your furry friend in a kitchen

From storage to a place to sleep, here's how to make a tiny home for your pet

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The 12 best corner sofas I’ve tried as a Room Decor Editor who’s sat on hundreds of sofas – the top stylish designs with generous seating

These are the top styles I'd recommend to anyone that's after generous seating

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I'm renovating my third bathroom – and I'm finally doing these things differently

I'll never be using white grout again, for one!

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IKEA’s £5 coffee station organiser is the ultimate budget hack for clutter-free kitchen worktops – its design lends itself to stacking together easily, too

A stylish coffee station doesn't need to be expensive

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3 ways to successfully plant lavender in July – and ensure it thrives, even when the weather is hot and dry

Cultivate strong, established plants

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5 shade companion planting schemes that improve plant health, reduce the need for watering and make your borders look beautiful

It's one of the easiest ways to create a climate-resilient garden

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I wouldn't blame you for thinking this Dusk sofa costs £1000, but it's actually one of the most affordable sofas you can buy right now

It's giving luxe for under £250

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Households in the UK set for £45 reduction in electricity bills later this year — this is everything we know so far

This is everything we know so far

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B&M’s £12 space-saving footstools are blowing up online – this clever design feature makes it easy to see why they’re selling fast

We didn't see this trend comingWe didn't see this trend coming

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7 low-maintenance multi-stem trees that will create a fabulous focal point in any small garden

They're small but perfectly formed

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5 dated garden trends making a comeback this summer – here's how to make these nostalgic looks feel fresh again

This summer's comeback kids

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