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5 gorgeous, showy red flowers that will fill your borders with high-fashion impact, according to garden experts

These plants look so good, they could be on the cover of Vogue

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Everybody’s obsessed with IKEA outdoor furniture – but I found 4 more affordable alternatives on the high street to some of their bestsellers

IKEA is known as the most budget-friendly option – but I found 4 lookalikes for even less

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Alan Titchmarsh says keeping your grass short will keep rats out of your garden – but there's a simple expert-approved fix if you're doing No Mow May

Some smart tips to make your garden less comfortable for rats

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The 3 front door colours devaluing your home and sabotaging your selling chances, according to property pros

These shades are damaging your home's kerb appeal

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These 3 compact wet rooms show how to make the best out of a tricky layout – with tips on how to add style from bathroom design experts

Turn your small or awkward space into a wet room with this expert advice

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6 drought-tolerant shrubs to plant in May for a climate-resilient garden – these varieties thrive in warm weather

These varieties thrive in warm weather

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I'm Ideal Home's Deputy Editor – here are my favourite 20 spring summer buys for under £20 this month

Brilliant home buys for a bargain price

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Sorry, ottoman beds, this is the year of the four-poster – canopy beds are having a comeback, and these 6 styles prove it

Clean-lined and contemporary, there are no chintzy drapes in sight

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IKEA has just given the classic plant stand a sleek update, and it’s a must-have for small gardens and balconies – it even doubles up as a seat

IKEA's latest garden buy is a real space-saving gem

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Bathroom living rooms are a big trend in 2026 – the bathroom of Bert and May's founder is a masterclass in creating a cosy but practical scheme

A tiled fireplace will make any bathroom feel inviting

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Every stylish home needs a splash of red – these 20 buys are how all the interior editors I know are adding this trending colour to their homes

Red is the colour trend that is going nowhere

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IKEA is selling the most stylish retro garden parasol I’ve seen this year – I can’t believe it costs less than £20

I had to double-take when I saw the price of IKEA's new garden parasol

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Wayfair is selling an outdoor sofa that looks identical to one of IKEA’s bestsellers – and it’s almost £200 cheaper!

I just found the most perfect and more affordable lookalike for one of IKEA’s bestselling outdoor sofas

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A new small-kitchen-friendly indoor pizza oven from Kenwood just dropped – and the price tag is so much more appealing than you'd expect

The price tag is so much more appealing than you'd expect

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Badgers have destroyed my suburban garden – I asked the experts how to safely (and legally) deter the protected species

Here’s all you need to know when it comes to living with badgers

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I was afraid my house would be really dirty when we got a dog but instead it’s made it more homely – here’s how

How I pet-proof my home in style

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Some areas of my home looked tired and shabby way too quickly – here’s how I plan on giving them a DIY seasonal facelift

Here’s how I plan on giving them a DIY seasonal facelift

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Sorry, lawn mowers, No Mow May is too important to skip this year – here's why experts are urging you not to cut your grass this month

4 ways to make a difference

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3 humane ways to deter foxes from your food waste bin and stop them spreading rubbish in your street, according to pros

Prevention is better than a cure in this case

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This new budget dehumidifier is 'designed to keep your home feeling fresher and the air cleaner' – here's why I rate this compact, quiet, energy-efficient model

How well does Meaco's smallest dehumidifier stack up against its larger models?

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3 simple ways to get more out of your air purifier this spring – top tips to combat pollen, dust and other nasty allergens

Air quality experts have had their say

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I finally made my own café curtain after coveting the adorable bistro trend for years – it cost less than £35 and has transformed my open-plan kitchen

It's the perfect way to blend privacy with style

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Homeowners warned to avoid this expensive garden furniture cover mistake this summer that could permanently damage outdoor sofas and dining sets

Luckily, this summer mistake is an easy fix

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Sorry sage green, interior designers say these are the 3 soothing colours the most stylish bedrooms are using instead in 2026

Same easy-to-live-with vibes, but with 'a little more depth and personality'

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What to do with hydrangeas in May – 4 tasks that will give the blooms a boost and bolster your shrub's resilience

Watering, feeding and more

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