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The 6 best colours for a north-facing bathroom – brighten and warm up a cold space with expert-approved shades

12 hours ago | idealhome.co.uk | Ellis Cochrane

North-facing rooms can get a bit of a bad reputation for being rather dark and gloomy, and this can be especially true of smaller spaces like a bathroom. However, something as simple as choosing the correct colour can make such a big difference. So, when it comes to how to decorate a north-facing room it’s well worth taking the time to take this into consideration.
Greek gardens are everywhere right now - garden experts reveal how to nail the trend and achieve a sun-soaked look at home

1 day ago | idealhome.co.uk | Kezia Reynolds

Greek-inspired gardens are quickly becoming one of the biggest trends for the summer, and I think this bright, summery style will last for years to come. It probably hasn’t escaped your attention, but Mediterranean-style gardens have been leading the charge of this year’s garden trend. But if you were looking to hone in on your Mediterranean garden ideas, outdoor spaces inspired by the Greek Isles are proving most popular this year.
How to plant gladiolus bulbs in pots – an easy guide to bringing these beautiful blooms to your container garden

2 days ago | idealhome.co.uk | Holly Reaney

Whether you're already a gardening enthusiast or ready to pick up your first trowel, knowing how to plant gladiolus bulbs in pots will ensure the greatest chance of a stunning floral display. While there are similarities for how to plant gladiolus bulbs in the ground, some pot-specific considerations and adjustments are necessary for the bulbs to thrive, so these key tips that will help ensure beautiful blooms year after year.
Is Very the new Habitat? It is if these 6 five-star garden furniture buys are anything to go by

2 days ago | idealhome.co.uk | Kezia Reynolds

Selecting garden furniture online can be tricky. After all, it can be tricky to gauge the firmness or plushness of a pillow from a picture, or tell how easy it is to assemble from a couple of lines of small print. And this is why I’ve rounded up the best-rated garden furniture from the Very sale, to cut out that hard work for you. At Ideal Home, this is just what we do.
This hack makes mulching neater, quicker and easier - it will recycle your old plastic pots, too

3 days ago | idealhome.co.uk | Kezia Reynolds

If you have any spare or old plant pots kicking around your garden, please hesitate before binning them, as garden experts have revealed a hack that will make mulching even quicker and easier - and all you need is an old plastic plant pot. The process of adding organic matter to your plants, mulching, is something that every gardener should have in their arsenal.
These 6 clever colour combinations will make any room in your home look bigger, brighter and more stylish

3 days ago | idealhome.co.uk | Sara Hesikova

I would love for every room in my home to be large, bright and airy – as I’m sure you would too. Sadly, that is simply not the case, and UK homes in particular tend to come with rooms that are on the smaller side, some of which also don’t get a whole lot of light. Luckily, colour is a very effective tool to remedy that, as long as you choose your colour scheme wisely and opt for colour combinations that make a room look bigger rather than the opposite.
Ninja's new coffee machine is my secret weapon for iced drinks at home – here are the features I'm hooked on

3 days ago | idealhome.co.uk | Molly Cleary

I'm enjoying all of the perks that come with upgrading your coffee machine this week with my new installation for testing: the Ninja Luxe Café Pro (available for £699.99 from Ninja). It's the upgraded version of the sellout Ninja Luxe Café espresso machine that came out last year (which earned five stars in my review) but with even shinier features and a whole host of new upgrades. My thoughts a week in?
Aldi’s new £4 candle is a dead ringer for the cult Neom Happiness candle - it’s more than £30 cheaper too

3 days ago | idealhome.co.uk | Kezia Reynolds

Candle fans, listen up! High street favourite Aldi has done it again with the release of a new luxury candle and fragrance line, and this time they’ve released a brilliant alternative for the Neom Happiness diffuser. Something Aldi is great at is providing some luxurious-smelling home scents at an affordable price. Even our trusted team of reviewers rank Aldi as makers of some of the best reed diffusers on the market.
5 colours that will make a new build kitchen feel warm, according to the experts

4 days ago | idealhome.co.uk | Ellis Cochrane

While a new build offers the perfect blank canvas for you to put your own stamp on, as they often haven’t been lived in or have the same history as older properties, it’s no wonder that they can feel cold and a bit uninviting. And this can be particularly true in the kitchen. However, that doesn’t need to be the case. When it comes to how to add character to a new build, 'colour is your best friend,’ declares Crown colour specialist, Jemma Saunders.
This is my top pick from the new Next x Morris & Co collaboration – it’s a dead ringer for the sell-out Habitat x Morris & Co armchair

4 days ago | idealhome.co.uk | Kezia Reynolds

It's hard not to love a Morris & Co print. Their intricate designs provide an easy way to create a statement in your living room, and now Next has teamed up with Morris & Co to launch a new upholstery collection that seamlessly blends craftsmanship, heritage, and style - and I’ll happily be the first to say I think the Ashford armchair will be a sell-out.