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The Latest Breaking News from Ideal Home

Carpeted bathrooms are a retro trend seeking a revival in 2026 - but I think this alternative design has legs instead

It's an affordable tweak that will make a bathroom feel warm and inviting

Ideal Home · Feb 1

What happens when the iconic Henry cylinder vacuum ditches its cord? I tested it to find out (and spoiler alert: I loved it)

It's proof that old-school design still has its place

Ideal Home · Feb 1

I think this is one of IKEA's most underrated pieces of bedroom furniture – it looks far more expensive than it is

I'm not surprised it has so many 5-star reviews

Ideal Home · Feb 1

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Aldi’s new bamboo desk storage will boost your productivity and make your home office more efficient –snap it all up for under £5

They look stylish, too!

Ideal Home · Feb 1

Cabinet cut-outs are the old school trend seeing a big revival in 2026 - it's a simple way to add heritage appeal to your kitchen

It's a tiny detail that adds tonnes of character

Ideal Home · Jan 31

George Home's new 'crafted calm' collection is full of designer and high-end lookalikes – these are my 6 top picks, starting at just £4

These pieces look so much more expensive than they actually are – and I want them all

Ideal Home · Jan 31

Birdscaping is the secret tool wildlife experts are using to attract more birds to their gardens – here’s the easy way you can do it, too

Make wildlife a priority in 2026

Ideal Home · Jan 31

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How to propagate string of hearts for free trailing houseplants – the 2 best methods that any beginner can master

Any beginner can master these techniques

Ideal Home · Jan 31

Defined by contemporary calm, this en suite is full of elegant modern touches and warm brass accents

Reconfiguring the space made all the difference

Ideal Home · Jan 31

I asked 5 interior designers if bedroom cushions and curtains should match – they all shared the same very strong opinion

This is what *not* to do when mixing and matching bedroom fabrics

Ideal Home · Jan 31

Dunelm's 2-in-1 oil spray and pourer is the ultimate air fryer accessory – why I predictthis £5 buy is bound to sell out

I've already got one on the way

Ideal Home · Jan 31

Gardeners are being warned against making this 1 hydrangea mistake in winter – it will cost you your summer blooms

You have been warned...

Ideal Home · Jan 31

Could Philips new bean-to-cup machine kill off pod coffee machines forever? The Baristina is the best-looking machine I've seen for £300

Philips just dropped a bargain new machine

Ideal Home · Jan 30

Sorry, Shaker kitchens – this new take on the traditional kitchen style is taking over in 2026

It's a small tweak that makes a big difference

Ideal Home · Jan 30

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Ideal Home · Jan 30

Experts say this is how often your fiddle leaf fig really needs watering – and share the signs it's thirsty

If you want your fiddle-leaf fig to flourish and thrive, here’s how often you actually need to water it. (Hint: it's less than you think)

Ideal Home · Jan 30

I can’t stop thinking about Victoria Beckham’s ‘sexy’ reading nook – it’s all the inspo I need to nail 2026’s breakout trend

As always, Victoria Beckham is providing a masterclass on chic home styling. But her reading nook is my favourite yet...

Ideal Home · Jan 30

Swyft is increasing their prices from next week – so if you’ve had your eye on their sofa or a sofa bed, now’s the time to commit

You have until Sunday 1st February to take advantage of the lower pricing

Ideal Home · Jan 30

I've got very strong feelings about marble – these essential tips will help you use it to create a home that's deeply personal and unique

And how I'm using it to create the hallway of my dreams

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Ideal Home · Jan 30

This IKEA storage solution has transformed my narrow hallway – for just £45, it’s helped me clear shoe clutter for good

It's perfect if space is limited

Ideal Home · Jan 30

I’ve tried both oil-filled radiators and electric heaters — this is how they really differ, and why one will be more suitable for you than the other

They're both portable and powered by electricity, but that's where the similarities end

Ideal Home · Jan 30

Pruning plum, cherry and other stone fruit trees in winter carries a huge risk – experts are warning that trimming them too early could cause irreversible damage

Don't make this mistake!

Ideal Home · Jan 30

IKEA has just soft-launched loads of clever smart home products that will save you money at home – these are the two I’m most excited about

It's the latest release of their new smart home products

Ideal Home · Jan 29

3 bathroom tile trends to watch in 2026 – tactile textures and spa-like schemes to give your bathroom the zhuzh it deserves

It's the year to be bold with your bathroom tiles

Ideal Home · Jan 29

Your birth month has a houseplant – this is the meaning behind yours and how to grow it in your home

It's time to find out your birth month houseplant, once and for all

Ideal Home · Jan 29

4 things that people with tidy kitchen cupboards always have – easy (and affordable) ways to instantly double your storage

Maximise space while minimising clutter

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The Latest Breaking News from Ideal Home

Carpeted bathrooms are a retro trend seeking a revival in 2026 - but I think this alternative design has legs instead

What happens when the iconic Henry cylinder vacuum ditches its cord? I tested it to find out (and spoiler alert: I loved it)

I think this is one of IKEA's most underrated pieces of bedroom furniture – it looks far more expensive than it is

Aldi’s new bamboo desk storage will boost your productivity and make your home office more efficient –snap it all up for under £5

Cabinet cut-outs are the old school trend seeing a big revival in 2026 - it's a simple way to add heritage appeal to your kitchen

George Home's new 'crafted calm' collection is full of designer and high-end lookalikes – these are my 6 top picks, starting at just £4

Birdscaping is the secret tool wildlife experts are using to attract more birds to their gardens – here’s the easy way you can do it, too

How to propagate string of hearts for free trailing houseplants – the 2 best methods that any beginner can master

Defined by contemporary calm, this en suite is full of elegant modern touches and warm brass accents

I asked 5 interior designers if bedroom cushions and curtains should match – they all shared the same *very* strong opinion

Dunelm's 2-in-1 oil spray and pourer is the ultimate air fryer accessory – why I predictthis £5 buy is bound to sell out

Gardeners are being warned against making this 1 hydrangea mistake in winter – it will cost you your summer blooms

Could Philips new bean-to-cup machine kill off pod coffee machines forever? The Baristina is the best-looking machine I've seen for £300

Sorry, Shaker kitchens – this new take on the traditional kitchen style is taking over in 2026

Experts say this is how often your fiddle leaf fig really needs watering – and share the signs it's thirsty

I can’t stop thinking about Victoria Beckham’s ‘sexy’ reading nook – it’s all the inspo I need to nail 2026’s breakout trend

Swyft is increasing their prices from next week – so if you’ve had your eye on their sofa or a sofa bed, now’s the time to commit

I've got very strong feelings about marble – these essential tips will help you use it to create a home that's deeply personal and unique

This IKEA storage solution has transformed my narrow hallway – for just £45, it’s helped me clear shoe clutter for good

I’ve tried both oil-filled radiators and electric heaters — this is how they really differ, and why one will be more suitable for you than the other

Pruning plum, cherry and other stone fruit trees in winter carries a huge risk – experts are warning that trimming them too early could cause irreversible damage

IKEA has just soft-launched loads of clever smart home products that will save you money at home – these are the two I’m most excited about

3 bathroom tile trends to watch in 2026 – tactile textures and spa-like schemes to give your bathroom the zhuzh it deserves

Your birth month has a houseplant – this is the meaning behind yours and how to grow it in your home

4 things that people with tidy kitchen cupboards always have – easy (and affordable) ways to instantly double your storage

I asked 5 interior designers if bedroom cushions and curtains should match – they all shared the same very strong opinion