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These are the 4 paint colours experts recommend leaving in 2025 – and what shades are replacing them in the new year

‘What once felt fresh is now being criticised as overly sterile and flat’

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If you're buying a real Christmas tree this year, consider B&Q – £1 of every real tree sale is going to Shelter to raise money for child homelessness

How you can help raise money for child homelessness this Christmas

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Poinsettias may be a Christmas classic, but these expert-approved festive houseplants are the real stars of the season

Plant experts share their festive favourites

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Antiques meet hotel-style luxury in this renovated home

This Victorian townhouse inspired its owners' newfound passion for antiques

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Next's clever quilted duvet cover isn't just bang on trend, it can also warm up your bed – I've never seen a duvet cover like this before

This duvet cover isn't just pretty, it also adds 2.5 togs of extra warmth to your duvet – no wonder shoppers love it

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A Thrifty Kind of Christmas: Christmas in a reno is never going to be perfect, but that doesn't mean it can't have its own kind of beauty

How we're mixing vintage finds with this year’s festive trends

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I’m using the Reverse Advent decluttering method to sort out my home for Christmas – experts say one small task a day can make a huge difference

Get your home guest-ready with minimal effort

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The 'snowball' decluttering method will clear your home in time for Christmas – the pros say it’s great if decluttering makes you feel overwhelmed

Celebrate the small wins

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The secret scenting weapon I use every year to make my artificial Christmas tree smell real – I tricked so many of my friends last year

Think you can't beat the scent of a real tree? You've not tried this trick

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I'm Ideal Home's Editor-in-Chief and these are my top 20 Christmas gifts for under £20 – my fave stocking fillers and low-cost style buys

Budget-friendly home must-haves that look anything but cheap

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5 ways to stop your Christmas tree from dropping its needles straight away – this is where you're going wrong

Battling with a Christmas tree that won't stop dropping needles? Here are potential causes and what to do to stop it

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5 methods I’ve honed over 5 years to keep warm while working from home — without the heating on all day

And it means I don't need the heating on all day long

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Aldi’s sell-out hot chocolate maker is back and under £25 – but I’ve found another affordable alternative

It's hot chocolate season

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Stacey Dooley’s anti-trend kitchen is a lesson in opting for dark wood tones in 2026 – it’s bold yet minimalist

This design trick will make modern designs feel warm and inviting

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Want a puddle-free driveway this winter? These expert-approved drainage tips are easy, affordable and surprisingly stylish

Bad driveway drainage can totally ruin the look of a house - here's how to get it right without compromising on kerb appeal

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I'm a candle obsessive, and have them burning all the time – these are my favourite budget-friendly ones I love to have in my home

Everyone needs more candles – and some of my faves start from just £5!

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Ninja's new £19.99 buy solves my biggest annoyance with my Slushi – but this accessory is already selling out fast

You get a set thrown in for free right now if you buy a Slushi machine

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Stylish and comfortable sofas with hidden storage are hard to come by – but these 6 styles tick all the boxes

I found the best storage sofas so that you don’t have to

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Habitat is selling a clever shower dispenser that will revolutionise your shower storage – shoppers are raving about how it reduces clutter

Say goodbye to half-empty bottles of shampoo and conditioner

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The 8 simple things I do to make my old house feel warmer once winter hits — and they'll work for you too

Once the cold season arrives my Edwardian cottage can be a chilly place to spend time – here are the eight easy things I do keep it feeling cosy and warm

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IKEA's latest designer collab has turned Bluetooth speakers into colourful works of art you'll want to show off

Coming soon…

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Tis the season for festive colour schemes! Experts say these are the 5 combinations you should embrace this Christmas

From traditional hues to bright motifs, there’s something for everyone

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The expert-approved fan trick that helps your dehumidifier dry laundry in record time – this is how to get the set up just right

Dehumidifier plus fan equals faster laundry drying indoors

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3 hosting mistakes to avoid this Christmas so that your kitchen stays organised and stylish – plus, the 3 tips to follow instead

It will make any event run smoothly

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I’ve found the best gift for bird-lovers – this smart feeder has a built-in camera so you can watch and identify birds from your phone

It's on sale right now!

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