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
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11 reasons why a sofa bed is better than a sofa
Considering buying a sofa bed, but wondering if a plain old sofa might be wiser? In case you needed convincing, we've come up with the best reasons to buy a sofa bed not a sofa
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Yellow sofas: 10 of the best
Whether your taste is for mustard or saffron shades, burnt ambers or subtle apricots, find a standout piece in our pick of the best yellow sofas
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The best recliner sofas
We cordially invite you to put your feet up with our list of the best recliner sofas, featuring lovely leather, retro shapes, and you’d-never-know-it-was-a-recliner
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The best sofa brands: 12 top places to shop for a new sofa
Which are the best sofa brands in terms of the range of styles available, great service and realistic prices? It’s all in this guide to the top sofa retailers
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Swyft Sofa Model 03 review: is this is the best sofa in a box for pet owners and renters?
The Swyft sofa Model 03 boasts a rare balance of stylish and practical. Here's why pet owners, renters and flat owners need it in their lives...
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The best leather sofas: recliners, corner sofas, Chesterfields and more
Relax on a design classic with our pick of the best leather sofas
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Living room wall lighting ideas – 14 fixtures for a lit lounge
These living room wall lighting ideas will add wow-factor to your sitting room space
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28 living room corner ideas to make the most of an empty space
Let these living room corner ideas inspire you to embrace your awkward nooks and empty spaces to turn them into something beautiful
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How to brighten a dark room – 26 expert-approved ideas to lighten up your home
Learn how to brighten a dark room like an expert would to turn light-starved spaces into bright, airy and gorgeous rooms.
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12 corner fireplace ideas – cozy looks to warm up the living room
These stylish corner fireplace ideas will add warmth to your living room, perfect for chilly days and nights.
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Modern fireplace ideas – 18 future-proof designs to heat your interiors
As modern fireplace ideas go, these cool and contemporary furnaces are a warm and welcome addition to your home
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NEW! Made's latest launches are super stylish and start from just £29
Here's what we are buying at Made this month...
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Fireplace tile ideas – 10 decorative designs using ceramic, porcelain, metal and more
These fun fireplace tile ideas will ensure your furnace is looking lit
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29 fireplace ideas to give your home all the cozy vibes
Got a burning urge for some fireplace ideas? These hot designs are perfect for fall but look good all-year-round.
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Wood burner ideas: 16 hot designs that will warm your heart and your home
These wood burner ideas are perfect for giving your home a fashionable and functional update in time for fall.
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Sunroom flooring ideas – 16 options that are hardwearing and good looking
Our sunroom flooring ideas will show you how to add that finishing touch that’s both practical and stylish. From LVP to hardwood floors and even carpet...
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These are the things you shouldn't buy second hand, according to an expert
Don't buy these things second hand, warns cleaning pro
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14 sunroom furniture ideas that are stylish and functional
Style your favorite spot in the house with sunroom furniture ideas for a space that's cozy and bright.
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5 ways to curate a maximalist living room so it feels cohesive (not cluttered)
Because ‘more is more’ is a tricky trend to nail
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Reading nook ideas: 23 inspiring reading corner designs for book lovers
These cozy reading nook ideas will instantly make you want to curl up with a good book and a comforting hot chocolate. Mmmmm...
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Bay window ideas – 10 ways to decorate and dress yours
Curtains, blinds and clever seating additions make for the most inspiring bay window ideas. Whether yours is in the living room, bedroom or kitchen.
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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...
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21 living room lighting ideas and expert tips to getting it right
These living room lighting ideas will get you inspired no matter what your home's style
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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