Diy
DIY advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Diy
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Can you paint laminate floors? Experts reveal everything you need to know
Whether you've inherited laminate floors or looking for a quick update, read this before you pick up a paintbrush
By Amy Hunt
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What to do with leftover paint - 10 smart ideas to reuse paint at home
Smart DIY project for leftover paint and expert advice on what you should do with any paint you don't use
By Jennifer Morgan
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DIY coffee table ideas - budget-friendly ways to create a living room centrepiece
Save a fortune on a new coffee table with these clever cost-saving tricks
By Jacky Parker
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How to paint kitchen tiles - revamp splashbacks without spending a fortune
Looking for ways to spruce up tired tiles? Painting kitchen splashbacks is quick, easy and affordable.
By Lisa Fazzani
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Aldi has launched a range with interior design guru Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
The collaboration we never knew we needed
By Rebecca Knight
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How to paint uPVC windows – 5 steps to give tired plastic frames a fresh new look
Learn how to paint uPVC windows to update old frames on a budget
By Millie Hurst
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How to clean paint brushes - the easiest ways to clean brushes and rollers
Extending the life of your tools will stretch your budget too
By Jacky Parker
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Experts reveal their 12 insider tips for buying second hand furniture to upcycle
How to sniff out the bargains to save cash, prevent waste and make something unique
By Jacky Parker
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Couple saved £100s on new garden furniture with this smart upcycling hack
If you're not sure what to do with a set of broken rattan garden furniture, this couple found a savvy solution
By Laurie Davidson
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How to build a bench seat - a step-by-step guide to create your own banquette
Follow our top tips for creating your own banquette-style seating in a dining space
By Holly Walsh
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This genius Dunelm rug hack transformed my living room wall – and cost just £38
I'm so happy with how it turned out
By Millie Hurst
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DIY shelf ideas - 12 ways to create and customise storage
Turn standard shelving and simple materials into something more stylish with these savvy ideas
By Jacky Parker
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The IKEA bread bin hack all over TikTok is pure genius
We can't believe we never thought to try this
By Millie Hurst
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How to paint Ikea furniture- a step-by-step guide
Follow our top tips for transforming simple flat-packed pieces into something more fabulous
By Holly Walsh
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How to paint a room – 11 steps to transform your space with paint
Learn how to paint a room to give your space a bold new look or simply freshen up walls and woodwork
By Millie Hurst
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How to paint a mural – a step-by-step guide to creating a unique feature wall
Make a striking focal point on a budget by hand-painting a mural, with tips from experts
By Millie Hurst
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How to decoupage a trinket box
Use patterned papers and nature-inspired cutouts to decorate everyday accessories
By Julie Butterworth
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How to paint bathroom tiles - a guide to upgrade your bathroom on a budget
Want a quick and easy way to revamp your bathroom? A lick of paint over your tiles could be all you need
By Holly Walsh
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Give old hangers a festive flourish with this snowflake decoration hack
Have a very thrifty Christmas
By Rebecca Knight
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Creative style hacks anyone can do
Create a stylish home using these clever craft ideas
By Heather Young
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See how a DIY fan saved £100s on garden decking by using an old industrial pallet
They've gained an extra room in their house with some real bargains
By Millie Hurst
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See how a DIY fan created a stunning modern patio for just £38 using stencil and paint
What a transformation!
By Millie Hurst
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DIY novice upcycles stunning black sideboard – saving herself £530 in the process
By sourcing a dated piece of furniture from Facebook Marketplace, moulding from Wickes and a tin of black furniture paint
By Tamara Kelly
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Punchy pattern: make a gorgeous roller blind in 3 easy steps
Give your kitchen a bold pattern hit with our simple roller blind
By Heather Young
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How to stencil a wall pattern
Use a stencil set to create a feature wall in your home
By Heather Young
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See how a DIY-er transformed an old shed into a hot tub spa with a shower curtain wall mural
You'll be amazed at the sealife shower curtains used as a wall mural
By Laurie Davidson
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DIY fans are raving about this simple sock painting hack for hard-to-reach areas
Put the paintbrush DOWN
By Millie Hurst