Homebuilding & Renovating
Self-build for beginners PLOT-BUYING MISTAKES
Our self-build expert explains some of the most common mistakes that people make when looking to buy a plot for building on. Be forewarned so that you don't inadvertently make the same costly mistakes
7 min |
June 2025
Homebuilding & Renovating
Eye-catching brick extensions
For those considering building an extension, one of the key decisions to make is the choice of materials for the final exterior finish. While the material you select will come down to a number of different
9 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Curtain solutions
THE BEST DESIGNS LOOK SMART AND SOLVE A PRACTICAL PROBLEM, TOO
1 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Calm and collected
ARLEANA AND NICHOLAS' NEW BATHROOM HAS CURVES IN ALL THE RIGHT PLACES - IT'S A FAR CRY FROM THE DATED 1960S SUITE THEY INHERITED
1 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
BOLD botanicals
TRENDS COME AND GO, BUT HERE'S HOW TO GIVE THIS LOOK TIMELESS APPEAL
2 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
BOILING WATER TAPS
THINKING OF SWITCHING FROM KETTLE TO TAP? GEN UP ON THE DIFFERENCES AND FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE BEFORE YOU GO FOR IT
2 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
COMPACT LAYOUTS
IS YOUR 'SMALLEST ROOM' LIVING UP TO ITS NAME? TRY THESE DESIGN-SAVVY TRICKS TO MAX OUT YOUR BATHROOM SPACE
2 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Ice cream makers
DELIGHT YOUR FAMILY AND GUESTS BY SERVING THEM YOUR OWN DELICIOUS HOMEMADE FROZEN TREATS ALL SUMMER LONG
3 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Outdoor dining
IMPRESS YOUR GUESTS AND SOAK UP THE SUN WITH OUR GUIDE TO HOSTING AL FRESCO GATHERINGS
3 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Hard flooring
THINKING OF INSTALLING NEW FLOORING IN YOUR HOME? WE DRILL DOWN ON ALL THE OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO HELP YOU CHOOSE THE PERFECT MATERIAL FOR YOUR NEEDS...
4 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Outdoor kitchen on a budget
DISCOVER THE INGREDIENTS YOU NEED TO CREATE YOUR OWN DESIGN FROM SCRATCH
2 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Peachy perfect
HANNAH RECREATED HER DREAM COLOURED KITCHEN WITH CLEVER COST-SAVING IDEAS AND A HANDS-ON APPROACH
1 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
garden decor
Learn how to DECORATE your small garden while making it look spacious; find out how best to ZONE different areas for different uses; get TIPS on how to add some SHADE to your space; discover the best DINING SETS for small gardens, and lots more...
3 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
"Add a pop of personality to this classic pattern"
BIG TRENDS ARE FEW AND FAR BETWEEN THESE DAYS, WITH MICRO TRENDS TAKING THEIR PLACE. WE EXPLORE THE LATEST: ABSTRACT PAINT STRIPES
2 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Weekend decorator
CLEVER TRICKS TO MINI DECOR PROJECTS... WE ROUND UP THE SIMPLEST, QUICKEST WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE BEAUTIFUL NOW
3 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Dormer windows
DORMER WINDOWS CAN BE KEY TO A SUCCESSFUL LOFT CONVERSION PROJECT - HERE'S HOW TO GET THEM RIGHT
4 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Cinnamon
SPICE UP YOUR SCHEME WITH THIS SHADE THAT WORKS IN CLASSIC AND CONTEMPORARY SPACES
1 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
hometruths
ANNABEL CROFT GETS UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH HER HOME
2 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
PATIO DOORS
NEW PATIO DOORS MAXIMISE YOUR GARDEN VIEW AND ADD INSTANT WOW FACTOR TO YOUR HOME. OUR SIMPLE GUIDE EXPLAINS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO GET STARTED
7 min |
June 2025
Ideal Home UK
Decking & patios
FOLLOW ADVICE FROM OUR EXPERTS TO FIND THE RIGHT PAVING SOLUTION TO SUIT YOUR GARDEN
3 min |
June 2025
Country Homes & Interiors
MAGIC MOMENTS
Nestled on the outskirts of a pretty Kent village, this cottage has the sweetest kerb appeal and an interior made for entertaining family and friends
2 min |
June 2025
Country Homes & Interiors
Kitchen dilemmas
Want to understand the alternatives to quartz worktops? Increase your counter intelligence with our expert guide
1 min |
June 2025
Country Homes & Interiors
French dispatch
For summer recipes full of joie de vivre, try this menu inspired by French country classics
5 min |
June 2025
Country Homes & Interiors
HEART & SOUL
Years in the planning, Laura Padovani's rural idyll finally became reality when she found the perfect house and set about bringing it back to life
2 min |
June 2025
Country Homes & Interiors
FRUITS OF THEIR LABOURS
This beautiful Cotswold home, set in a former orchard, has been updated by owners Julie and Neil Daniells to create a sense of ease and comfort
2 min |
June 2025
Country Homes & Interiors
COUNTRY HAVEN
Louise and Alex Pope's sensitive conversion has transformed two 18th-century cottages and a school hall into a picture-perfect family home in the Hampshire countryside
2 min |
June 2025
Country Homes & Interiors
Tales from the country
The village is abloom with beautiful flowers; it's just a shame about the state of Tessa's garden
2 min |
June 2025
Country Homes & Interiors
GLASS HOUSES
There's a greenhouse to suit everyone, from dedicated growers and weekend potterers to garden style seekers
2 min |
June 2025
Country Homes & Interiors
Oleander bushes
Bring a touch of Mediterranean style to your garden with premium fragrant 'Pink Emilie' oleanders
1 min |
June 2025
Country Homes & Interiors
KITCHENS UNLACED
Add personalty with an unfitted or partially fitted design, perfectly suited to characterful country homes
3 min |