Living Room
Our living room ideas will help you to create a space you can't wait to return to at the end of a long day. Whether you’ve just moved in and need our expertise on living room design, if you're looking to bring a small living room to life, or to create the modern living room space you've always dreamt of, we can help. Perfecting living room layouts and enhancing your lounge space is our thing. And, when you want to make that grey living room, white lounge or even green living room space happen, we have galleries aplenty to inspire your look. From experimenting with our clever living room paint ideas to nailing your living room storage to create a calm and cohesive space, make Real Homes your starting point and whether you're looking for living room ideas on a budget or can afford to splash out on the best sofa and more, we can help you reach the result you'd hoped for.
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Grey living room ideas: 26 gorgeous ways to use this super stylish colour
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Living room storage ideas: 12 neat ways to stay clutter-free
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Living room paint ideas: 18 beautiful colour schemes to try
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Living room design: expert advice to create the ideal space for you
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Best sofa beds: 12 comfortable sofa beds for extra bedroom
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Living room layout ideas: 7 ways to make the most of your space
Latest
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No-demo living room reno – how this dated space became farmhouse gorgeous
One homeowner created a stylish farmhouse living room – without any demolition whatsoever... This is how she pulled off the transformation, on a budget.
By Dori Turner •
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15 storage ideas for small living rooms – cute looks that hide clutter
Keep clutter at bay with the best storage ideas for small living rooms. No matter how awkwardly shaped your space may be...
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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14 Made sale buys we are lusting after from their 40% off summer sale
The Made sale is live with up to 40% off homewares, though deals end very soon – so hurry!
By Annie Collyer •
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How to whitewash a fireplace - a simple update with major impact
Give your fireplace a glow up with a whitewash treatment. Here's how to do it.
By Liz Hartmann •
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Shopping edit: 11 fancy drinks trolleys to get the party started
Did someone say happy hour? These drinks trolleys are a must for anyone who loves entertaining
By Hebe Hatton •
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18 window treatment ideas – for living rooms, dining rooms and beyond
The best window dressing ideas will add privacy and style to a living, dining room or open plan space. Whether you like curtains, want to go curtainless, dress a bay window and much more.
By Sarah Warwick •
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Shopping edit: 10 stylish TV stands to upgrade your living room
These fancy TV stands will make a statement in your living room – and help to hide those eyesore consoles and TV boxes
By Jennifer Oksien •
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The best laminate flooring – durable, beautiful options for the home
Finding the best laminate flooring for the kitchen, bathroom or another area in your home is easily done. With more durable, water-resistant and budget-friendly types available.
By Anna Cottrell •
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The best vinyl flooring – luxury vinyl plank vs tile and sheet options
Choosing the best vinyl flooring depends on the room you're working with. These are the design, cost and installation differences between LVP, LVT and classic vinyl sheet flooring.
By Anna Cottrell •
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Before and after: a useless corner transformed into a fun kids play house
This is proof you don't need a separate room for your kids to play
By Amelia Smith •
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14 sliding door ideas – exterior glass doors for patios and clever indoor designs
The best sliding door ideas will perfectly connect a patio or extension. While interior barn-style doors and more clever designs can conceal closets or divide rooms naturally.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Where to buy a sofa bed: the 10 best stores to shop
Here's where to buy a sofa bed; we've rounded up the best places to shop, whether you're looking for a corner sofa bed, a budget pull-out or a compact futon
By Amy Lockwood •
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11 types of flooring materials to consider for your home – the pros and cons
The different types of flooring available for kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms or living room spaces. From hardwood, stone and tile, to vinyl, carpet and more.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Best TV deals: the best TV savings from top rated brands this Amazon Prime Day
Get the latest audio-visual tech for less with the best TV deals from Amazon Prime Day and beyond
By Caroline Preece •
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9 types of windows to know about – the best options for your home
Single-hung vs. casement, bay windows and more – these are the most common types of windows to know about so that you can make the best choice for your home.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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23 wall decor ideas to fill every blank canvas – with art or not
Fill up every blank space with wall decor ideas whether you're into art or not...
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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23 shelving ideas – for wonderful looking walls you can DIY
The best shelving ideas will add heaps of personality to your space. Decorate the bedroom, lounge, kitchen or garage with DIY shelf looks...
By Emily Shaw •
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The best armchairs: 7 stylish seats to add to your space
Looking for the best armchairs? Pull up a seat and see for yourself.
By Brittany Romano •
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25 gallery wall ideas – display tips for living rooms, bedrooms and blank spaces
Add character to your home with our eye-catching gallery wall ideas – including picture walls and clever display ideas for your lounge, bedroom, hallway and more.
By Anna Morley •
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Painting over wallpaper – why it can be a good idea and how to get a pro finish
Painting over wallpaper is a controversial topic in the DIY world but it can be worth it. This is how to get a professional result with tips from the experts.
By Sarah Warwick •
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32 wallpaper ideas – beautiful designs for every room
The most trending wallpaper ideas 2021 are beautifully printed and easy on the budget. Upgrade your living room, kitchen, hallway, the kids room and more.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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How to paint a radiator – the best paint to use for pro results
Painting radiators properly is all about choosing the right paint and the best process. Get interior designer-worthy results with our how-to.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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15 wallpaper ideas for living rooms – elevate your interior design instantly
The best living room wallpaper ideas will enhance space and elevate your surroundings for the perfect makeover. Here's how to get the look right.
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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How to fix a hole in the wall – a DIY for drywall, plaster, concrete and more
How to fix a hole in the wall, step-by-step. An easy task that's cost-effective if you DIY.
By Sarah Warwick •
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15 best air-purifying plants to detox your home overnight
Detox your bedroom, kitchen, office or living room space with the best air-purifying plants proven to remove toxins and nasties from the air around you.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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The benefits of houseplants – 8 feel-good ways plants help your health
Enjoy the many benefits of houseplants. Air-purifying, anxiety-soothing, mood boosting and more positive vibes.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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How to make a terrarium at home – 10 steps using succulents, moss and more
How to make a terrarium is simple whether using succulents, ferns and moss, charcoal or not. Learn how to create this homemade ecosystem successfully.
By Hebe Hatton •
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17 indoor gardening ideas – how to start herbs, vegetables and more plants inside
Indoor gardening is an art. Use our guide to start growing herbs, vegetables and other plants at home using hydroponics or just a little DIY expertise.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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12 easy house plants: low-maintenance, forgiving and wonderfully indestructible
Tough as nails, you'd be hard pressed to kill these easy house plants. With little to no care needed, these are the best low-maintenance and most forgiving house plants.
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