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IKEA's most popular £499 sofa bed is genius for small homes, and it's just been relaunched in the 'it' colour of the year

This shade will never go out of style

Ideal Home · Aug 4

Why I'm stepping away from 'click now, next day delivery' shopping for good

trading it for independent quality, personal service, and unique finds will completely change how you shop

Ideal Home · Aug 4

Sorry, expensive storage! Pro organisers say this bargain holiday essential is the key to a tidy and organised home

It can be used post-holiday, too

Ideal Home · Aug 4

This showstopping kitchen was once an old swimming pool – 6 design tricks that turned the vast space into the cosy heart of the home

'We wanted something that looked as though it had aged gracefully with the house'

Ideal Home · Aug 3

7 reasons why your gladioli is not flowering – what you can do to ensure beautiful, vibrant blooms every year

Save yourself from disappointment

Ideal Home · Aug 3

M&S’s summer sale is the best place to snap up chic homeware on a budget – 9 stylish picks that give a luxury look for under £50

These gorgeous home buys would look spectacular in your home

Ideal Home · Aug 3

My home took 5 years to feel finished – and I’m glad I didn’t rush it

From decorating mistakes to slow upgrades, this is what I’ve learnt about creating a home that feels personal

Ideal Home · Aug 3

Fan, misting fan or portable air conditioner? I’m a hot sleeper who has tried all three, and this is how I’d rank them

This is how I'd rank them

Ideal Home · Aug 3

What to do with dahlias in August – 4 crucial tasks that will keep your plants flowering into the autumn months

Give the blooms a boost!

Ideal Home · Aug 3

Gardeners warned to avoid this one lawn care job during a heatwave or risk destroying their grass – it sounds like a good idea, but it's best avoided

It's an easy mistake to make

Ideal Home · Aug 3