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Strapped for space? This cute cottage delivers heaps of cosy, compact living inspo that proves that small can be beautiful

Homes House tours Strapped for space? This cute cottage delivers heaps of cosy, compact living inspo that proves that small can be beautiful Having rescued a neglected 18th-century Cornish cottage, ...
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I'm a kitchen editor who scours the high street daily – these are the best places to shop for island bar stools for any budget

After starting out her journey at Future as a Features Editor on Top Ten Reviews, Holly is now a Content Editor at Ideal Home, writing about the very best kitchen and bathroom designs and buys. At Top ...
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Hot borders is the planting trend that will fill your garden with bold colour this summer – your garden will look sunny even when the sky is grey

With an emphasis on hot, fiery-coloured flowering plants, this garden border idea will give your garden a warm, cheery frame.
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I wish I didn’t love Dyson’s PencilVac as much as I do – but after three months of testing, I can’t get enough of this quirky cordless

I'm Lauren, Ideal Home 's floorcare expert and Certified Expert in Vacuums. I've spent almost 400 hours testing vacuums, and I've been using the Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones in my three-bedroom home ...
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I tried Lakeland's £60 Always Pan alternative designed to be the only pan you'll ever need – here's why I reckon it's a standout buy

Best picks for you Our tried and tested top non-stick pans for fried eggs, pancakes, and speedy stir-fries Best pans for induction hobs – tried and tested by the Ideal Home team We've tested the best ...
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Where to plant hydrangeas – get these three things right and your shrub will thrive

Besides figuring out the best time to plant hydrangeas, location is one of the most important parts of growing these flowering plants. In fact, one of the most common reasons for a hydrangea not ...
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Is the VAX HomePro Pet-Design Cordless Vacuum worth investing in? I tested it for three weeks to find out

This review puts the VAX HomePro Pet-Design to the test to see if it's worth the price tag ...
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How to chit seed potatoes — 4 simple steps, and why gardening experts say it's key to bumper harvests

Many gardeners agree that learning how to grow potatoes is one of the most rewarding grow-your-own challenges out there, especially when it comes to harvesting potatoes — or digging for gold, as they ...
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Extension vs conservatory — which is right for your home?

Both extension ideas have plenty of potential so it’s worth comparing the merits of the two choices, along with any potential disadvantages, in order to make the right choice for your lifestyle and ...
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Philips' new air fryer uses steam to revolutionise cooking and cleaning – here's what happened when I tried it at home

On top of that it has a few extra functions, from alerts to remind you to shake food to a steam clean function, and is pretty quiet compared to some gadgets. But on the down side it’s not a cheap bit ...
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I'm seriously surprised by the quality of ProCook's indoor pizza oven - here's why it's a fun family buy

I must admit, I didn’t expect the ProCook Electric Pizza Oven Air Fryer to make such great pizzas. It doesn’t cost a fortune to run, and you don’t need a garden. Plus it can air fry, bake, and even ...
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I just tried HexClad's 7-piece cookware set and I can confirm these cutting edge pans are well worth the hype

They say a bad workman blames his tools, but in the case of pans, a bad set can easily lead to disastrous results in the kitchen. And while I’d always advise buying the best saucepan set you can ...