Diy
DIY advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Diy
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Everyone on my social feed is trying out this viral painting trend that's right on time for spooky season
It's serving up major 'Stangers in the Alps' vibes (if you know, you know...)
By Jullia Joson
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This TikToker turned the humble IKEA BILLY bookcase into the library of her dreams – here’s how
How to get a built-in library on a budget
By Sara Hesikova
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How to grout tiles – a step-by-step guide for kitchens and bathrooms
All the tips you'll need to give your bathroom or kitchen a fresh update - without calling in a professional
By Holly Walsh
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How to work out the exact amount of paint you'll need for your next DIY project
Whether you are colour-matching, or buying off the shelf, it's important to get the amount of paint you need just right
By Ellis Cochrane
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‘If it’s good enough for Mother Nature, it’s good enough for me’ – Molly Coath creates a range of earthy paints with V&Co
Douse your walls in a warming autumnal colour palette with the Molly Coath x V&Co paint collaboration
By Sara Hesikova
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The ultimate guide to giving IKEA furniture a bespoke look with paint
Follow our top tips for transforming simple flat-packed pieces into something more fabulous
By Holly Walsh
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Create a Fornasetti-style plate gallery wall with this genius Instagram hack
This fun Instagram hack lets you create a designer-style gallery wall of decorative plates
By Sara Hesikova
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Can you paint uPVC doors? The surprising answer could save you hundreds of pounds and even boost the value of your home
Upgrade your curb appeal for less than £50
By Lauren Bradbury
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Everyone on social media is trying out this easy hack that turns an IKEA staple into a mirrored side table
Despite what trends say, we're so into it
By Jullia Joson
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Plywood kitchens are making a comeback - this is how to DIY the look for less without having to rip out your cupboards
Replace your kitchen cabinet doors with stylish plywood in 4 easy steps
By Lauren Bradbury
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'I see everything as home decor' – 3 genius ways to upcycle the most unlikely everyday objects
We only wish we had thought of these sooner
By Jullia Joson
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Love the look of stained glass but hate the price tag? Get the look for less than £20 with these easy hacks
The period look doesn't have to cost you a fortune
By Jullia Joson
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Scam alert! These are the top 5 swindler tactics to watch out for when shopping for second-hand furniture
A guide to second-hand shopping scams, how to recognise them and best avoid them
By Sara Hesikova
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Can you paint block paving? This is the TikTok-approved way to pimp up your outside path or driveway on a budget
No, you don’t need to replace your whole driveway to boost your curb appeal
By Lauren Bradbury
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‘Blurring of boundaries between inside and out’ - Graham and Brown’s 2024 wallpaper of the year creates a soothing paradise
Bring the outside in with Graham and Brown’s new wallpaper design
By Sara Hesikova
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After years of using Facebook Marketplace, I just found out about this genius hack for getting the best deals and I’m shook
The secret to getting the best finds on Facebook Marketplace before everyone else – it’s so simple, I regret not trying it sooner
By Sara Hesikova
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No, masonry paint isn’t just for exterior walls - the clever hacks to make your tin of paint go so much further
Don’t let your leftover masonry paint gather dust
By Lauren Bradbury
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'The life hack we all need!' – conceal TV remotes in plain sight with this Instagram hack
Say goodbye to your eyesore of a TV remote ruining the look of a styled coffee table
By Jullia Joson
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'So clever!' – we're swooning over this hack to get the scallop lampshade look for free
The end result is unbelievably gorgeous
By Jullia Joson
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This genius Instagram hack uses an Amazon tool to wave scuffs on the wall goodbye - and it’s less than £6!
We’re in love with this Instagram hack for scuff-free walls - all thanks to a £6 Amazon tool
By Sara Hesikova
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Don't toss those old candle jars! Try these clever tricks instead to give them a new lease of life
Do you have old candle jars lying around the house? These easy pro tips will save them from the bin and turn them into beautiful home decor
By Sara Hesikova
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Upcycling for beginners - 10 things every new DIY-er should know
Turn trash to treasure and banish trips to the tip with our upcycling for beginners’ starter guide
By Linda Clayton
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How to render a garden wall and transform your garden on a budget
Rendering a garden wall can be tricky, but our easy step-by-step guide breaks it down for you
By Lauren Bradbury
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Yes, you paint plastic plant pots - But only if you follow one of these two foolproof methods
It’s time to start a plastic plant pot revolution
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to fix chipped paint on furniture - 3 quick and easy ways
Give your old furniture a new lease of life
By Lauren Bradbury
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What paint to use on skirting boards – decorating experts reveal the best and worst type of paint to use
The hits and misses of paint for skirting boards according to decorating pros
By Sara Hesikova
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Don’t throw away your used coffee grounds - experts say to stain your wooden furniture with it instead
The one surprising way how to repurpose used ground coffee for home DIY according to experts
By Sara Hesikova