There are some amazing offers available right now, including on some of the top buys on our best mattress (opens in new tab) list. We’ve selected the best bedding deals available right now so you can get your bedding buying sorted, whether for gifting or as an everyday luxury for yourself. If you know exactly what you’re looking for, use our quick links to shop with your favorite stores and see what they have on offer....
Depending on how you like to prepare your coffee, from barista-quality espresso machines to unfussy drip coffee makers that deliver great-tasting coffee fast, we’ve evaluated the best coffee makers across a variety of types. Our clever price widgets constantly update to serve you the best price, and for the holiday season, most of our favorite models are on sale. We have been careful to feature machines of all shapes, sizes, and prices, but if you know exactly what type of coffee machine you’re looking for, we also have more curated guides for the best drip coffee makers, best espresso machines, best single-serve coffee makers, and other expert coffee makers, complete with hands-on reviews....
You can plot your workout into your day so much easier with these dumbbells, which can save you time spent traveling to the gym by opening up a weight station within your own home. Dumbbells with a variation of weights are a real investment, these are otherwise known as adjustable dumbells and they allow you to grab the next set up when you’re feeling stronger, and to keep your progression on track....
We’ve thoroughly tested a wide range of food processors from leading brands, such as Ninja, KitchenAid, Cuisinart, NutriBullet, and Magic Bullet. Our tests put the best food processors through their paces, judging their functionality and efficiency through performance, cleaning, and ease of use. If you want to double up your food processor with one of the best blenders, we’ve also included models that come with blending cups to make smoothies as well as dips or sauces....
Mowing the lawn can take up a lot of time, and can often leave us feeling flat-out exhausted. The best riding lawn mower will make a real difference not only to the state of our outdoor spaces, but to how we feel when the time comes around to trimming them. If your land covers more than half an acre, we’re sure you already agree that the best riding lawn mower is a must-have, but they can also be a real game-changer for anyone who’s looking to make cutting the grass easier for themselves, whatever your garden looks like....
If you’re looking to bring height, structure and year-round interest to your garden ideas then trees are a brilliant addition which will make a lasting feature decades to come and there are plenty of beautiful options available suited to clay soils – we’ve gathered a selection below with help from some of the experts. Best trees for clay soil Despite these drawbacks, clay soils are often nutrient rich and can be advantageous to certain kinds of plants and trees....
But each one is designed to serve different purposes in the kitchen and choosing what’s right for your cooking habits will mainly boil down to your food preferences, and how complex your recipes tend to be. In an ideal world, a well-equipped kitchen will have both appliances on hand and, as both machines excel at different tasks, we think it’s well worth the investment. However, if you have only got space in your kitchen for one, we’ll guide you through the various pros and cons of each to ensure your next purchase is the smartest choice for you – and that you can pick the best blender and/or best food processor to suit your needs....
Also read: The expert home staging tips – to help you sell your home quickly in 2021 Can I view a house during lockdown in England? The good news is that, yes: you still can view a house and complete a house move if you live in England, even under the new lockdown announced by Boris Johnson. Estate agents had been ordered to shut during the March lockdown, but this time around, they have been allowed to stay open and conduct viewings provided they and the house viewers observe social distancing rules....
Spilling into our garden designs is a resurgence of the cottagecore trend, with its aspirations of an idyllic country lifestyle and harmony with nature. Key elements such as wild flowers, cozy corners and a kitchen garden area, will all evoke that cottage-like simplicity in your own design. If you are unsure where to start, take a look at Bradstone (opens in new tab)’s top tips on how to get your own cottagecore fairy-tale garden....
See our news section for more expert tips, event information and just-landed products The Ultimate Interior Design Sale will run from 6 – 11 January 2020, and will see more than 30 international showrooms taking part, augmented by 40 additional house guests selling their wares, includingBatterbury, Posh Trading Company, Ravelle, Robert Langford, Shepel Furniture, Sofa & Chair Company. With discounts of up to 80%, it’s an opportunity to pick up some exceptional pieces from some of the biggest names in design, at equally fabulous prices....
In many cases, the world’s best homes do not arrive fully formed from a fixed term renovation or build project, and neither do their gardens. In the case of this house in historic Richmond, Virginia, they are an ever-evolving work in progress. ‘We completely renovated 23 years ago but we’ve continually made changes and updates since,’ says Will Massie, Co-Founder of outdoor furniture brand McKinnon & Harris. ‘I’m constantly thinking about things we would like to change....
However, while one carpet color is particularly celebrated for its ability to add depth and intimacy to a room, there’s a particular design that experts urge us to avoid. ‘Similarly to how dark walls can transform a small room, or a patterned wallpaper can bring interest to an otherwise dull space, a patterned carpet is an inspired way to make a feature of a smaller room, adding interest and character....
You can change the mood of your garden, or areas of your yard, through the use of color. This can range from a calming effect created by a harmonious selection of soft shades, such as muted greys, purples and blues, to vibrant and energetic spaces filled with rich reds, bright oranges and punchy lime greens. A thoughtful use of color in the garden, together with form and texture, will form the basis of your garden ideas....
Gerald and his wife Elizabeth are almost self-sufficient with their home-grown vegetables. The gardening lover spends time tending his veg every day, and says that giant veg really is a bonus. ‘It’s an off-shoot, growing big veg, to just being a gardener,’ he says. ‘A little extra thing at the end. Some people take it to extremes, I don’t do that.’ However, Gerald is famous for his success in growing huge vegetables....
Why would you want a whole house color scheme? There are so many reasons – not least of which is that it’s something the world’s greatest interior designers routinely do to create a fabulously cohesive feel. And, once you have chosen your key shades, the color scheming will flow like a dream. All you need to do is start with three favorite colors – and a little understanding of how shades work together....
The answer will depend on your patio ideas: the dimensions of the patio, naturally, but also the materials you choose and the design. We’ve got the answers so you know what you can expect to pay. You can save on the cost of laying a patio if you lay it yourself, if you’re handy, but we have a price guide you can use if you’re thinking of calling in a contractor instead....
The fireplace is often the focal point for Christmas decor ideas, and this garland makes for a wonderful mantelpiece design; however, its versatility means that it could just as easily be placed against a staircase wall, adapted to wind over a door frame – and could even grace a front porch. How to make a Christmas garland This design is made from branches and fresh flowers. ‘The branches form a beautiful, minimalist design and can be left for a long period....
The $85 million estate is architect Paul Williams’ most significant original creation – complete with over 30,000 square feet of living spaces and 60 rooms in total. While its expansive architectural features are something to behold, the interiors are equally as majestic – and crown this fashionable paradise as one of the world’s best homes. Here, we take a tour around the astounding property. Max Azria is among the most influential fashion designers of recent decades after founding the contemporary women’s clothing label BCBGMAXAZRIA....
With more than 10.7 million #bedroom and 3 million #bedroomdecor hashtags appearing on Instagram, it’s clear many people’s private bedrooms have become very public. Around 80 million photos are shared on Instagram every day – which is why the popular platform has become a source for interior design inspiration. Many people have been turning online to find inspiration and transform their space into the bedroom of their dreams. See more: Bedroom trends – the latest looks for a beautiful bedroom scheme...
The original Rosehill Cottage is named Honeysuckle Cottage – and is located in Holmbury St Mary, Surrey – the south-eastern county that serves the movie’s backdrop. You may be surprised to learn, though, that neither Kate Winslet nor Cameron Diaz ever actually stepped foot on the property. Instead, researchers for the film scouted out the cottage before ‘recreating it brick for brick’ in a London studio, where filming took place....
