I can’t stop thinking about Habitat’s new striped sofa bed – and it’s less than £400

Who said sofa beds can’t be bold and stylish? And if you need any proof in the matter, may I introduce you to Habitat‘s new Andy Fabric Clic Clac Sofa Bed (£360). Decked out in on-trend black and white stripes, this sofa bed is the statement piece you’ve been looking for. Of course, the most … Read more

A messy garden could cost you an unlimited fine – the key rules legal experts say you need to know

How tidy do you keep your garden? Is it your pride and joy or somewhere you couldn’t care less about? Well, if it’s the latter, you may want to reevaluate, as legal experts have revealed the conditions under which you can be fined for a messy garden. Property ownership can be a bit of a … Read more

William Morris prints take Dunelm’s cult snuggle chair to the next level – pick from three iconic patterns

We all know and love Dunelm‘s stunning and arguably iconic range of snuggle chairs. But, what If I told you that I’ve just discovered the best one yet – the William Morris Strawberry Thief Print Velvet Snuggle Chair (£799). You’ll probably already be aware of the Dunelm snuggle chair after their striking Beatrice Snuggle Chair … Read more

What’s your best trick for staying warm at home without turning the heating on? Let us know your top tip

This week on Ideal Home all our discussions have been dominated by the drop in temperature, and all the tricks we’re using to keep warm and avoid turning the central heating on for another week. I’m sure the Ideal Home team is not alone in feeling the chill as we edge closer to the end … Read more

Don’t even think about switching your heating on until you’ve completed this home maintenance job – ‘it will make a huge difference to your energy bills’

As it starts to get colder, it becomes more and more tempting to reach for the thermostat, but before you switch your heating on, experts say there is a vital home maintenance task you should do first. Early autumn is the best time to ensure your heating system is up to scratch, and one of … Read more

How To Identify Bugs In Your Home: 7 Easy Tips For Spotting Household Pests

Discovering a weird bug inching across your apartment floor or countertop is not only unsettling, but the unwanted creature you’ve just found may also be enough for many homeowners to shrug off the occasional sightings as an isolated nuisance. The issue is, ignoring such early signals frequently allows hidden pests to spread undetected in walls, … Read more

This is the most productive crop Sarah Raven has ever grown – and it looks beautiful in the garden, too

I had the pleasure of visiting Sarah Raven’s Perch Hill this week, and I gleaned lots of valuable tips around dahlias, salad crops and the like. What I wasn’t expecting was to come away with a newfound appreciation for Swiss chard. That’s right – this beautiful edimental is one of gardening expert and author Sarah … Read more

‘Best thing I’ve bought all year’ – IKEA’s new multifunctional version of the iconic BILLY bookcase is genius

IKEA’s BILLY bookcase is one of the Swedish retailer’s bestselling furniture pieces, loved for its affordable price point and simple, versatile design. So it’s no surprise that the brand loves to release a new take on the iconic bookcase once in a while. The latest is the IKEA BILLY bookcase with a foldable table, perfect … Read more