Diy
DIY advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Diy
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How to paint a banister - 5 steps to help you paint like a pro
Learn how to paint a banister to give it a fresh, new look with our step-by-step guide
By Jullia Joson
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How to fix a slow-draining bathtub – for stress-free soaks
A step by step guide to smoothly draining tubs
By Vanessa Richmond
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How to install a door knob – give your interior doors a fresh new look
Learning how to install a door knob is easier than you might think, especially if you follow our simple step-by-step guide
By Linda Clayton
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How to fix a door handle that is loose - a step-by-step guide
Tighten your door handle and get it back to full working order
By Katie Sims
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How to fix a doorbell - problems your doorbell might be facing and how to solve them
Get your doorbell ringing properly in no time with our easy-to-follow guide
By Katie Sims
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How to repair a door lock - a step-by-step guide to a fix a lock
Save your money and learn how to repair a door lock yourself
By Katie Sims
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How to fix a cracked bath yourself for a professional finish
Repair a cracked bath in ten easy steps
By Emily Batesmith
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How to repair a chip in a bath - give your bathtub a new lease of life
Give your damaged bathtub a new lease of life
By Emily Batesmith
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How to repair bath enamel - step-by-step to give a bathtub a fresh new look
Repairing bath enamel is a great way to give your bathtub a fresh new look
By Emily Batesmith
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How to fix a door jamb - repair your door jamb so it's good as new
Problems with your door jamb? Fix it yourself with our step-by-step guide
By Katie Sims
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How to fix a door that sticks - repair your door to full working order
The easiest ways to fix a sticking door so that it can open and close freely again
By Katie Sims
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How to change a tap washer to stop dripping in minutes
Cure the dripping by learning how to change a washer on a tap, a simple DIY skill that should take minutes
By Elizabeth Ransome
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How to fix a leaky showerhead - a step by step guide
Want to know how to resolve a dripping shower? Repair a shower head in these five simple steps
By Sophie Vening
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How to make a statement marbled vase in minutes with DIY expert Zeena Shah
Turn an empty jam jar or glass soda bottle into a colourful and chic statement vase in a matter of minutes
By Rebecca Knight
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The budget DIY wreath trending for Christmas – here's how to make your own
Easy to make and cost-effective, what's not to love about this mighty pom pom decoration
By Tamara Kelly
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How to fix a toilet handle – and keep your loo in working order
Everything you need to know about fixing a standard toilet handle so you can flush in peace
By Vanessa Richmond
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11 home essential tools - the kit no home should be without
What should your home tool kit have in it? Find out the essential tools you need to have to hand
By Jennifer Morgan
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IKEA bed hacks - 12 easy ways to give a basic bed a bespoke upgrade
Give a regular Ikea bed the bespoke treatment with these clever hacks that will make it a unique one-off
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to change a toilet seat – and upgrade your loo in a few minutes
Changing a toilet seat is one of the easier jobs in the bathroom for a quick fix
By Vanessa Richmond
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Kimberley Walsh says paying someone to do this DIY job 'just doesn't make sense'
The former Girls Aloud star says she'd never hire someone to do this home renovation task
By Millie Hurst
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How to fix a toilet flush - how to repair a slow flushing toilet yourself
Want to know how to fix a toilet flush? Repair a toilet that won’t flush quickly and efficiently in seven simple steps
By Sophie Vening
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Where is my stopcock? How to easily locate your stop tap
All the places your stopcock might be hiding and what to do if not
By Katie Sims
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Dom Wood from Dick & Dom now has a popular DIY TikTok channel
The TV presenter has been documenting his renovation projects and sharing DIY advice to the delight of fans
By Millie Hurst
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How to fix a dripping tap - easy steps to rid yourself of this leaky annoyance
Stop the drip drip drip and get your tap back to tip-top condition
By Katie Sims
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How to fix water pressure - increase your shower's power with these simple steps
Low water pressure is far from ideal - here's how to fix it
By Katie Sims
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How to fix a running toilet yourself without having to call in a plumber
Got a toilet that constantly runs even when it's not being used? Follow our expert advice to fix it properly
By Sophie Vening
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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