Living Rooms
These living room ideas are tailored for you to optimise what is often the favourite room. We help you make the crucial choices, from the right size sofa to the perfect lighting, window dressings and entertainment set up.
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The furniture placement rule that makes my small living room look bigger and more cohesive
Why you shouldn't put furniture up against the wall and hope for the best
By Millie Hurst • Published
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Breegan Jane's coffee table rule will make you totally rethink your small living room
The HGTV star and interior designer has convinced us to do away with the traditional coffee table for more flexible alternatives
By Millie Hurst • Published
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Couch colors to avoid – and what designers are recommending instead
Interior designers are leaning away from these tones, towards rich colors inspired by Mother Earth
By Millie Hurst • Published
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How to clean a velvet couch – and the mistakes that will ruin it
It's a common misconception that velvet is high maintenance, but it's worth knowing how to clean a velvet couch properly
By Millie Hurst • Published
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Cleaning professionals say this is the first thing you should clean in the living room
Before you do anything else, make sure this dust surprising hotspot is sparkling clean
By Millie Hurst • Published
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Should a sofa touch the wall? Here's why the wrong decision could be ruining your layout
Experts address this key question around living room layout and share their tips for positioning a sofa
By Pippa Blenkinsop • Last updated
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What makes a living room look cheap? 5 things to avoid, according to designers
A well-curated home begins in your living room – designers urge against these quirks for a space that continues to impress
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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Colorful living room ideas – 10 vibrant, characterful schemes
Create spaces full of personality and energy with these fun colorful living room ideas
By Pippa Blenkinsop • Last updated
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These 5 living room colors will fall out of fashion in 2023 – according to designers in the know
The future looks colorful – but there are some hues that are set to fall out of vogue – here's what trusted designers predict
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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Organizing a bookshelf – 15 ways to keep on top of your tomes
Keep books in check with these novel ways of organizing a bookshelf
By Tara King • Published
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Coastal living room ideas – 15 essential style rules for modern beach house decor
Echo the beauty of maritime getaways with our favorite coastal living room ideas
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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Living room rug ideas – 15 statement ways to instantly brighten up your space
Bringing warmth and comfort underfoot, a statement rug will complete your decorating scheme in style
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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How to make a small living room look bigger – 12 tips from design experts
Learn our top tricks on how to make a living room look bigger
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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13 ways to keep spiders away – naturally and without killing them
Want to keep spiders out of the house? Don’t want to share your rooms with eight-legged critters? These are the top methods to keep spiders away
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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Fall mantel ideas – 17 tips for stylish seasonal mantelpieces
Seasonally stylish fall mantel ideas will make gathering round the fire even more special in the colder months
By Ailis Brennan • Published
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Cozy living room ideas – 19 warm and restful schemes
Create the ultimate hibernation space with these cozy living room ideas
By Pippa Blenkinsop • Last updated
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Den ideas – 10 ways to a cozy, creative and fun space
Explore our favorite den ideas to make the most out of this versatile area in the home
By Zara Stacey • Last updated
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How to decorate a den – 5 expert tips for the perfect comfort room
Learn how to decorate a den and follow these expert interior design tips to create the perfect, cozy retreat
By Holly Reaney • Published
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Yellow living room ideas — 11 designs, from buttercup to ochre
Yellow living room ideas create the warmest and most inviting of spaces - and they're perfect for every home. These are the most elegant ways to use this bold bright color
By Ailis Brennan • Last updated
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Ikea living room ideas – 9 ways to create a stylish and functional space
Be inspired by these Ikea living room ideas, from clever storage hacks to stylish seating ideas
By Pippa Blenkinsop • Last updated
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How to clean a TV screen – make it pristine and avoid damage
Find out how to clean a TV screen of dust, marks and fingerprints while preserving its quality
By Sarah Warwick • Last updated
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5 cleaning methods you should NEVER use on a TV – and what to do if you have
Using these cleaning hacks on a TV can cause lasting damage – here's what to avoid
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Living room wall ideas – 15 inspirational design tips for the blank walls in your lounge
Whether you are looking for living room wall ideas that are classic or contemporary, you'll find plenty of inspiration here
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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How can you add extra seats to a small living room?
Interior designers reveal how to add extra seats to a small living room to host a crowd in comfort
By Andrea Childs • Published
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Should living room furniture be the same height? Experts give their verdict
Discover the perfect height for your living room furniture with in-the-know tips from interior designers
By Andrea Childs • Last updated
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Best places to buy a couch in 2023
From retail giants to small manufacturers, these are the best places to buy a couch along with expert tips on choosing
By Holly Reaney • Last updated
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Small living room ideas – 38 clever ways to plan and decorate a compact space
Use our top small living room ideas to make the tiniest of spaces feel perfectly proportioned
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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Should living room furniture match? Expert views and how to make it work
It makes designing the room easier, but should living room furniture match?
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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What are the best types of space heater for warmth and cost efficiency?
Need to boost your home’s warmth the most economical way possible? These are the best types of space heater
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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