<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Ninja just dropped a new automatic bean-to-cup coffee machine –I unboxed it to see the major comparisons between this and the sellout Luxe Café ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/coffee/ninja-autobarista-pro-coffee-machine-first-look accwsgR86LdNAYnKJK6vHc Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 12:37:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi’s £3 misting fan is the portable cooling option you need to sweaty commutes – it’s perfect for keeping cool on the go ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/aldi-ambiano-misting-fan Td4aGywpsepzvrUQVXkx9T Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA just gave its bestselling swivel armchair a neutral makeover – and this is the only colourway I’d consider investing in ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/living-room/ikea-dyvlinge-swivel-chair-new-beige-colourway GQP9TtmJCinw6xQwt8iyeB Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Shark’s viral portable fan is on sale and under £100 – be quick, it’s already starting to sell out ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/shark-flexbreeze-hydrogo-fan-sale-may-2026 jD2wsTSCehtXijJznPj2r5 Tue, 26 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi's £40 air cooler is back and it’s perfect for beating UK heat – run, don’t walk, as this is going to sell out fast ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/aldi-ambiano-air-cooler-2026 pqEiDoWds3Y7eWbgGGNGsL Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 things people with lovely smelling gardens always have – easy changes that will wow guests all summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/things-people-with-lovely-smelling-gardens-always-have iHQSCbcUFpYvZSLTn4Rvrf Tue, 26 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 09:27:29 +0000 <![CDATA[ Garden experts issue warning against rapidly spreading invasive plant that looks just like snowdrops ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/three-cornered-garlic-warning PGrR9WSLtQ63XzU7ZwLPQC Mon, 25 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 09:27:56 +0000 <![CDATA[ The new Shark BlastBoss is the gardening companion I never knew I needed – it's cordless, lightweight and ultra-convenient ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-tools/shark-blastboss-all-in-one-cordless-air-blasting-system srfYHmyvCzYt4JAu7uHpMf Mon, 25 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 09:28:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry hydrangeas, this low-maintenance shrub is better for small gardens – it's fragrant, compact and offers colour all year round ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/viburnum-vs-hydrangeas mRmowirunLH3ahGoJv3qHF Mon, 25 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 09:28:50 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 things you should never put in a compost bin following the new garden waste disposal rules in England ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/things-you-should-never-put-in-a-compost-bin-new-recycling-rules 8wLSBNLyexsyPKcPceTEBQ Sun, 24 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 3ways to outsmart porch pirates and stop them stealing delivery packages from your doorstep, according to security pros ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/owning-renting/ways-to-prevent-porch-pirates 9vRW6U2YZqgjkXGRetHyUf Sun, 24 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m calling it, hammocks are the must-have garden seating idea for 2026 – they’re an essential for creating a calm, relaxing space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/garden-hammock-trend-2026 EX4TPfJQPAGdAmQKbEZBjf Sat, 23 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA's brand new £550 sofa bed is the ultimate in Scandi cool – I love its 'playful functionality' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/bedroom/ikea-ps-2026-3-seater-sofa-bed nyVQnVsncmiLCzjwmuo9jL Sat, 23 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Richard E. Grant’s blooming wisteria looks like something out of a fairytale – it’s the best wisteria display I’ve ever seen ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/richard-e-grant-wisteria ipBEMnGnPLmH77F7minViC Sat, 23 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 3 ways to attract doves to your garden – create a sanctuary for one of nature’s best vacuum cleaners ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-attract-doves-to-your-garden LN4J6DzoApoixvubUX2hVb Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Everybody’s going crazy for this £35 IKEA floor lamp from the new PS 2026 range – I predict this viral flexible light is a future design classic ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/ikea-ps-2026-collection-future-design-classics fUU4EWdxtc5wuXVhVEo7g8 Fri, 22 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Habitat’s ruffled outdoor pouffe is the small-garden buy guests will obsess over this summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/habitat-blue-and-white-stripe-pouffe P8FcoT23uMfm8i6FhCkxNE Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m curbing clutter in my tiny garden with this compact storage solution – and it’s now over 60% off just in time for summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/storage-organisation-decluttering/debenhams-outsunny-garden-shed mLbg9RYppWDuZqw4FQYhwj Thu, 21 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Natalie Cassidy’s calming eucalyptus doorscape makes her front door look so expensive – how you can get the look, too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/natalie-cassidy-eucalyptus-doorscape hh7ajyTTUxWHzZihLqCEnf Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi's £3.99 modular freeze pods are the secret to cutting down meal prep time in your kitchen – they're perfect if you want to make your own Lego lunches at home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/cookware/aldi-portion-perfect-meal-kits-2026 dR9YP5KiKyHi8KTmRhh6NQ Thu, 21 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry garden parasols, Aldi’s £15 sun sail is a must-have for shading a small garden in style this summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-belavi-sun-sail WzNSpiCzd9sWU7xuairyb6 Thu, 21 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Lidl's £60 Dyson bladeless fan lookalike is back in stores this week – and even cheaper than last year ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/lidl-tronic-bladeless-fan-price-drop-2026 vdS8ohUn3ftMMskPy5Ytsb Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This genius John Lewis garden furniture design doubles as a dining and lounge set – it’s the perfect small garden solution ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/john-lewis-platform-garden-dining-lounge-set TG9gXkYdj9yumxskJ8YPvF Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Kitsch side tables are popping up in stylish homes all over Instagram – 6 playful ones to add to your living room (or bathroom) for summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/living-room/kitsch-side-tables-trend eVp7j4M4PunxuKhW7H4PB3 Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I visited Smeg's Italian HQ and saw their archive of limited edition appliances – these are 3 discontinued cult classics I wish they'd bring back ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/smeg-hq-discontinued-limited-edition-appliances BaNYMyxRUuQRUk4EWuc4h Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Lidl is selling the coveted Ninja Creami for £159 – but I’ve found two places where you can snap it up even cheaper ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/lidl-ninja-creami TCMtxGd6MrezQrP8HnpGoc Wed, 20 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Next's stylish new armchair comes with clever hidden storage – it's a simple but genius solution to keep a small living room looking tidy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/living-room/next-clemmie-storage-accent-chair FzPh3c7GmAx8oERsymqtj3 Tue, 19 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi’s £100 garden dining set is more than £1,000 cheaper than this cult designer alternative – and it's hard to tell the difference ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/aldi-metal-dining-set JZQMCsfLf7M2MQ8XNNQXTY Tue, 19 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry, tidy garden borders, RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 is embracing wild, natural gardens – and yes, that includes weeds ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/landscaping/wild-garden-trend-chelsea-flower-show-2026 rBNfEoEQvm3fu4tpYxEkmm Mon, 18 May 2026 12:15:00 +0000 Tue, 19 May 2026 15:18:10 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m seeing more and more of this quirky houseplant trend – it’s perfect for adding a pop of colour to your home. ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/houseplants/houseplant-stakes-trend N5QJGsLURN8mxdNikE8iqh Mon, 18 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This is where the Ideal Home editors find luxury bedding at bargain prices – and now it's even more affordable in the sale ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/bedding/dusk-bedding-spring-2026-sale-picks HtEdLZr26rEyTsZ9urmntV Sun, 17 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 Wed, 20 May 2026 08:37:47 +0000 <![CDATA[ These 5 low-maintenance plants will make your garden look like it belongs to a chic boutique hotel ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/low-maintenance-hotel-look-plants t9CAYX7zcRHQrNtbrv4jtg Sun, 17 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ M&S has launched a rival to John Lewis' bestselling £12 handheld fan – it's just as sleek and even more affordable ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/m-and-s-travel-fan 9n9NzdwZ6cXok4vQXz7Moe Sun, 17 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ There's a reason this £3 no-drill IKEA bedroom organiser has over 1000 5-star reviews – it's been game-changing in my small bedroom ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/bedroom/ikea-enudden-door-hanger wSKXBm8YUFrkFe7Cjh4UrY Sun, 17 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 'overnighting' trick is how to make your peace lily and spider plants grow healthier and stronger ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/houseplants/overnighting-houseplant-watering-hack X2GNYKJ2wwCGDArLm3gyv3 Sun, 17 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ There’s a reason this IKEA garden storage box is selling fast – with a built-in seat and stylish screen, it’s a game changer for small gardens ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/ikea-nammaro-storage-box-and-privacy-screen MpQB8L3j7NsfyX8ZcThANU Sat, 16 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ B&Q's chic garden furniture set looks twice the price it actually is – it will have all your guests guessing where it's from ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/b-and-q-giza-4-seater-coffee-set rz4LVUUcnkqYAPJvYMboYN Sat, 16 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi’s clever £23 planter taps into one of this year’s biggest garden trends for small spaces ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/aldi-belavi-garden-planter-with-trellis 73dhj8C75aZsp2AyAFSvoM Sat, 16 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ M&S just cracked the code on how to make your old garden sofa look brand new and on-trend for under £35 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/m-and-s-just-cracked-the-code-on-how-to-make-your-old-garden-sofa-look-brand-new-and-on-trend-for-under-gbp35 xYpkBJyqHmSvJjWnjro7jn Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ KitchenAid's new coffee machine range is the prettiest way to save countertop space if your kitchen is on the cosier side ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/coffee/kitchenaid-new-compact-coffee-machine-range uVk6mSY3zRECVuV7MpiCqd Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Fri, 15 May 2026 14:32:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry, rechargeable wall lamps – Habitat's making plug-in wall lights cool again with these super stylish alternatives ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/habitat-plug-in-wall-lights J5QFXN9iWcCnHxsyE87nXF Fri, 15 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA just dropped the ultimate collection for tiny homes – as a small flat dweller, these are the 3 clever pieces I'm snapping up to transform my space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/ikea-ps-collection-2026 9yZr33P5SdXVi6MadjRxqM Thu, 14 May 2026 12:05:00 +0000 Fri, 22 May 2026 11:35:06 +0000 <![CDATA[ I check the new-in garden furniture at Very daily – these are the 7 stylish sets going under the radar you'll want to snap up before the bank holiday ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/very-garden-furniture-picks-spring-2026 Mj5cUnBzqubN8nvnbuFPZc Thu, 14 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This £45 portable coffee brewer finally unlocked great coffee on the go for me – it's as good as my at-home machine and 100s of Amazon reviewers agree ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/coffee/i-tried-oxo-portable-rapid-brewer-and-grinder uPkEYwvSA5k6XZtsUQCcJN Thu, 14 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Fri, 15 May 2026 14:34:55 +0000 <![CDATA[ John Lewis has just launched a modular sofa bed unlike anything I've seen before – I think it's a design icon of the future ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/sofas/john-lewis-innovation-living-cozy-pad-sofa-bed Mrn446S4wQuTUnwi5RXVQe Thu, 14 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry, fire pits, this is the stylish outdoor heating solution I'm using to keep warm in the garden on chilly nights this summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/b-and-q-chiminea-alternative-fire-pit fU6FxoN9GCiQk6TP6xVYnj Wed, 13 May 2026 17:30:00 +0000 Fri, 15 May 2026 08:20:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ KitchenAid's iconic standmixer has had a fresh glow up with 5 new shades – and a clever game-changing design feature ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/kitchenaid-artisan-plus-tilt-head-stand-mixer-colours-2026 AusFfhKwJnrNEpKa878K9H Wed, 13 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Don't waste your money on Aldi's bargain robot mower – this is the budget alternative that will make looking after your lawn effortless this summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-tools/aldi-robot-mower-alternative fUXjCrwsmNwwHybw7gSGpC Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Habitat has pulled its made-to-order sofas until further notice – but I've found alternatives for their 5 most popular styles, including the Hendricks sofa ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/sofas/habitat-made-to-order-sofas-unavailable 3xSJbfN5EJ6JRuSuHFdn5k Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I discovered the most hyped coffee machine on the US cafe scene on my recent trip to San Francisco, and it's finally launched in the UK! ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/coffee/fellow-series-one-espresso-machine-first-look yB6G3PJimkoGoa7KFo7Jt7 Wed, 13 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Fri, 15 May 2026 14:33:17 +0000