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The Latest Breaking News from Ideal Home

This is the one place you're forgetting to clean before Christmas – and it's probably teeming with germs

The small surfaces hiding big germs...

Ideal Home · Dec 14, 2025

7 bathroom trends making a splash in 2026 – from pared-back metals to maximalist schemes, these are the styles to follow

There's something for everyone

Ideal Home · Dec 14, 2025

Pretty but practical Christmas gifts your friends and family will actually use – they’ll tackle clutter, rather than add it

Spoil your loved ones by NOT cluttering their homes

Ideal Home · Dec 14, 2025

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Sorry scented candles, Dunelm has an unusual alternative for making a bedroom smell Christmassy – and it's under £10

'Makes the bed smell clean and fresh'

Ideal Home · Dec 14, 2025

People are using bottles of prosecco to store their Christmas lights, and I’m only jealous I didn’t think of it first

It's my new favourite festive storage hack

Ideal Home · Dec 14, 2025

I immediately bought Dunelm's new £15 kitchen cupboard curtain – it's the answer to a clutter-free cooking space

And it comes in multiple colours and patterns

Ideal Home · Dec 13, 2025

'It's the comfiest sofa we’ve ever made’ – Swyft's new modular 'cloud sofa' promises to live up to the name with a soft, sink-in design

It looks and sounds like a pillowy dream

Ideal Home · Dec 13, 2025

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IKEA is selling space-saving bins that are perfect for small kitchens – this one clever feature sets them apart from the rest

It's so smart

Ideal Home · Dec 13, 2025

5 of the best Christmas plants with berries – expert-approved picks for showstopping festive displays

Beautyberries, hawthorn and more

Ideal Home · Dec 13, 2025

This cosy cottage has 'Christmas retreat' nailed – discover how the owner restored it to its former glory

It blends vintage charm with soft hues and abundant natural wood for a warm and timeless feel

Ideal Home · Dec 13, 2025

I slept on Simba's most affordable pillow for a fortnight – its cooling tech meant no sweaty head in the morning

If you're a side sleeper who likes a medium-soft feel, the Simba AeroDown pillow could be the one for you

Ideal Home · Dec 13, 2025

Don’t throw your old Christmas decorations in the bin, take them to the charity shop instead – everything you need to know before you donate

Here's everything you need to know

Ideal Home · Dec 13, 2025

Kitchen hatches are back, but not how you know them – this is how they're working for open plan kitchens in 2026

This retro trend is the secret to nailing broken-plan living

Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

12 last-minute homeware gifts that will still arrive in time for Christmas

Crowd-pleasing presents that won't fail to disappoint

Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

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Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

What gardeners really want for Christmas – experts share the gardening gifts they are giving (and hoping to receive)

'Tis the season to be jolly, so make sure everyone has a smile on their face with these genuinely excellent gift ideas...

Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

Experts are applauding Stacey Solomon for giving her children their own Christmas tree – you can do it too, with this £4 space-saving tree from Argos

It's all about letting your little ones express themselves creatively

Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

Railings is one of Farrow & Ball’s most popular colours – if you’re a fan you’ll also love these 3 expert-approved alternatives

The near-black paint shade is an icon in its own right, and these options are just as good

Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

This Jamie Oliver hack is exactly why you need an air fryer for Boxing Day – leftover food stress will be a thing of the past

It takes less than 20 minutes and requires no extra equipment

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Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

If you only do one Christmas craft project, make it one of these – there’s something magical about making decorations with your kids

These craft ideas are simple and affordable to make with kids during the holidays

Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

My old house was riddled with draughts and condensation until I made this one significant change — it wasn’t cheap but it’s been transformative

It wasn’t cheap but it’s been transformative

Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

These secateurs gave me the most satisfying pruning session of my life – they cut through stems like butter

I'm obsessed

Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

Dunelm is having a huge last-minute Christmas essentials sale – 6 picks I'm snapping up to make hosting a breeze

Grab it while you can!

Ideal Home · Dec 11, 2025

Can you plant tulip bulbs up until Christmas? The planting window is about to close if you want a stunning display come spring

It's not too late to make your tulip dreams a reality, so long as you follow these rules...

Ideal Home · Dec 11, 2025

This is why your oven still looks dirty (even after you’ve scrubbed it) – experts say we’re all missing this one crucial spot when cleaning

Yep, we've all been cleaning our ovens wrong

Ideal Home · Dec 11, 2025

This is how much space should be between kitchen worktops and cabinets – the exact numbers that will fit any kitchen appliance

The exact numbers that will fit any kitchen appliance

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The Latest Breaking News from Ideal Home

This is the one place you're forgetting to clean before Christmas – and it's probably teeming with germs

7 bathroom trends making a splash in 2026 – from pared-back metals to maximalist schemes, these are the styles to follow

Pretty but practical Christmas gifts your friends and family will *actually* use – they’ll tackle clutter, rather than add it

Sorry scented candles, Dunelm has an unusual alternative for making a bedroom smell Christmassy – and it's under £10

People are using bottles of prosecco to store their Christmas lights, and I’m only jealous I didn’t think of it first

I immediately bought Dunelm's new £15 kitchen cupboard curtain – it's the answer to a clutter-free cooking space

'It's the comfiest sofa we’ve ever made’ – Swyft's new modular 'cloud sofa' promises to live up to the name with a soft, sink-in design

IKEA is selling space-saving bins that are perfect for small kitchens – this one clever feature sets them apart from the rest

5 of the best Christmas plants with berries – expert-approved picks for showstopping festive displays

This cosy cottage has 'Christmas retreat' nailed – discover how the owner restored it to its former glory

I slept on Simba's most affordable pillow for a fortnight – its cooling tech meant no sweaty head in the morning

Don’t throw your old Christmas decorations in the bin, take them to the charity shop instead – everything you need to know before you donate

Kitchen hatches are back, but not how you know them – this is how they're working for open plan kitchens in 2026

12 last-minute homeware gifts that will still arrive in time for Christmas

What gardeners really want for Christmas – experts share the gardening gifts they are giving (and hoping to receive)

Experts are applauding Stacey Solomon for giving her children their own Christmas tree – you can do it too, with this £4 space-saving tree from Argos

Railings is one of Farrow & Ball’s most popular colours – if you’re a fan you’ll also love these 3 expert-approved alternatives

This Jamie Oliver hack is exactly why you need an air fryer for Boxing Day – leftover food stress will be a thing of the past

If you only do one Christmas craft project, make it one of these – there’s something magical about making decorations with your kids

My old house was riddled with draughts and condensation until I made this one significant change — it wasn’t cheap but it’s been transformative

These secateurs gave me the most satisfying pruning session of my life – they cut through stems like butter

Dunelm is having a huge last-minute Christmas essentials sale – 6 picks I'm snapping up to make hosting a breeze

Can you plant tulip bulbs up until Christmas? The planting window is about to close if you want a stunning display come spring

This is why your oven still looks dirty (even after you’ve scrubbed it) – experts say we’re all missing this one crucial spot when cleaning

This is how much space should be between kitchen worktops and cabinets – the exact numbers that will fit any kitchen appliance

Pretty but practical Christmas gifts your friends and family will actually use – they’ll tackle clutter, rather than add it