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It's the perfect shade for any scheme

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I was seriously impressed with this Dreo electric heater — I think it’s the best value for money on the market right now

I think it’s the best value for money on the market right now

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7 perennials to plant in March for flowers that come back every year – our favourite varieties

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The White Company has just dropped a new home fragrance, and it's perfect if you’re bored of sweet florals and sharp citrus notes

It smells like summer...

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Costway discount codes - for February 2026

Choose from our Costway discount codes hand-tested by our saving experts.

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Your birth month has a specific flower – this is the meaning behind yours, and the best varieties to add to your garden

Birth flowers are enjoying a quiet revival right now. Here's what you need to know about yours...

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I was one of the first to try out the Shark EveryMess – this is the good, the bad, and the ugly you need to know before you buy

I tried this new 3-in-1 cleaning tool so you don’t have to (but you'll probably want to)

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3 'unusable' bathroom layouts that actually work – I spoke to interior designers to discover the clever layout tips they've used in pokey bathrooms

These are the tricks the pros use

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Garden experts are urging gardeners to get this important pruning job done before this weekend – or risk an unlimited fine

Leaving this task too late can harm the health of your trees, too

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Interior experts say we'll be waving goodbye to these outdated bedroom colours in 2026 – these are the trends replacing them

Goodbye cool whites, hello rich and earthy tones

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When to sow parsnips – make the most of this week’s warmer weather to get the vegetables off to a strong start

They taste even better homegrown!

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How I avoid making these common colour mistakes in my rented home – my confidence-building tips to help you make your space feel more personal

Remember it can always be reversed!

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How we test coffee machines – all of the details on our review process and the key benchmarks we're judging each machine by

We've tested dozens of coffee machines as part of our in-house review process. Here's the detail on exactly how we manage it

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IKEA’s chic new plant stand will give your garden that instant hotel look – this is how to style it like a pro

It works both indoors and outdoors!

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5 bad housekeeping habits I'm breaking up with this year – these small changes have made a huge difference in managing daily clutter

I'm holding myself accountable

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I'm recommending this £1.50 IKEA garden essential to everyone this planting season – it's the most used tool in my small courtyard garden

If you're sowing seeds or planting up houseplants this spring you need one of these

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IKEA is selling a fluffy chair for kids, and I’m furious it’s not available for adults – 6 picks to transform a playroom or bedroom

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Gordon Ramsay's clever pan storage is the star of his family kitchen - here's why this feature works for pro chefs

It's a classic look that adds so much character to a kitchen

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Maximalist design brings this mini Cotswolds cottage roaring to life

Punchy tones and cheerful patterns are a mark of style and confidence

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The 5 design features I consider completely non-negotiable – secrets behind every well-designed home that make everyday life easier and calmer

The quiet, behind-the-scenes decisions that really make or break how a house feels

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Smeg's new 3-in-1 microwave could make your oven and air fryer redundant – and of course, it's available in gorgeous pastel shades too

The design-forward Italian brand gives the humble microwave the 3-in-1 treatment

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What to do with roses in March – 3 tasks that could mean the difference between abundant blooms and disappointing ones

Give those blooms a boost!

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6 solar lights from The Range that will instantly give your garden a glow up – it's one of my favourite places to shop for on-trend, affordable garden lighting

These picks are too good to gatekeep

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How we test electric heaters and oil-filled radiators at Ideal Home

We review every electric heater and oil-filled radiator we recommend to you, testing them in real homes. This is how we do it and why you can trust us

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