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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

Ideal Home · Feb 23

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

Ideal Home · Nov 30, 2025

10 Surprisingly Easy Ways to Make Your Bathroom Design More Sustainable

If you're feeling like you need to do your bit for the planet, take a browse of the latest, most eco-conscious design ideas for a guilt-free renovation

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7 best bedroom paint colours for a restful and serene decor

Colour experts share the key bedroom paint colours needed to create a calming retreat for rest and relaxation

Woman & Home · Aug 28, 2025

Is using the washing machine the easiest way to clean paint rollers? Experts debunk this viral hack

Think twice before using this cleaning method

Ideal Home · Jul 4, 2025

5 best colours for a dark bedroom with little natural light – these clever colour choices will more than make up for a lack of light

Who said you needed an abundance of natural light for a beautiful bedroom?

Ideal Home · Jun 22, 2025

‘Rejuvenating, energising and calm’ – experts reveal why green is the perfect colour to create a happy home

Boost your mood with this soothing shade

Ideal Home · Jun 13, 2025

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Gloria Steinem has embraced 2025's biggest color trend in her living room since 1990 – her uplifting space reassures me it will never go out of style

Images of Gloria's living room in 2025 and 1990 show a butter yellow wall in common – experts explain the shade's everlasting properties

Homes & Gardens · May 31, 2025

Is colour drenching a bedroom a good idea? 7 rooms that prove it is

7 stunning bedrooms that prove it is

Ideal Home · May 7, 2025

What paint finish should you use in a bathroom? Experts agree this is the best finish for a high humidity space

Avoid flaking paint by buying the right finish for a bathroom

Ideal Home · May 3, 2025

9 stunning yellow bathroom ideas that will inspire you to repaint your wash space in this trending colour

Say hello to yellow!

Ideal Home · Apr 22, 2025

6 colors to avoid pairing with burgundy according to experts – and what tones you should use instead

Experts share what shades to avoid pairing with burgundy along with their tips for creating warm, balanced interiors

Homes & Gardens · Mar 11, 2025

9 ways to weave gorgeous green homewares into seasonal makeovers

From biophilic design to verdant, grassy hues, it’s time to up your greenery, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK · Mar 6, 2025

Interior paint colour trends 2026: 9 hues you'll be seeing everywhere this year

Looking to refresh your space? These trending colours are just the thing to transform your home one room at a time

Woman & Home · Mar 3, 2025

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Ideal Home · Dec 7, 2024

Brown kitchens are the big colour trend for 2025 - here's how to use Mocha Mousse in your cooking space

Brown kitchens really are having their moment right now – we explain how to get the look just right

Ideal Home · Nov 22, 2024

Can you paint over caulk? It’s tricky but not impossible if you follow these 4 expert-approved steps

Painting caulk may seem like an easy task, but it requires some special attention

Ideal Home · Oct 5, 2024

Can the colour of your home affect SAD? The experts say yes, and these are the colours you should be using

When the winter blues are in full swing, your home should become your sanctuary

Ideal Home · Sep 17, 2024

How to clean a paint roller - remove water and oil-based paints with this expert guide

Cleaning a paint roller can be tricky... but it doesn't have to be

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Ideal Home · Sep 5, 2024

Why is my paint bubbling while painting? Explains explain this bizarre phenomenon and how to fix it

It’s a common paint problem, but it could be a sign of something more sinister

Ideal Home · May 16, 2024

Accent colour ideas – 12 ways to uplift any room in your home with a pop of the right colour

Colour experts reveal the best shades to instantly bring any room in your home to life

The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023

What to expect for our homes in 2024 – from the best in design at Decorex

Adele Cardani provides intel on what next year’s interior trends will be straight from the annual Decorex design fair

Ideal Home · Sep 15, 2023

How to paint skirting boards with carpet in 5 easy steps – refresh your home without ruining your carpet

Protect your carpet with this cheap store cupboard essential

Woman & Home · Aug 26, 2023

Interior Paint Colour Trends 2024: 7 influential shades set to inspire our homes

The interior paint colour trends to set the tone for all decorating projects in 2024

Ideal Home · Jul 20, 2023

The best pink paint - the ultimate guide to choosing the ideal shade for your home

Feeling slightly overwhelmed by all the different pink paint options out there? We bring you our ultimate guide with everything you could possibly need to know

Livingetc · Apr 26, 2023

What pastel colors go together? 5 perfect palette pairings designers use to create relaxed and elevated schemes

Embrace the all-pastel look in the home for a bright interior full of the joys of spring with these effortless combinations

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