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 rooms: 22 gorgeous ideas to inspire your scheme
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Living room storage ideas: 12 neat ways to stay clutter-free
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Living room paint ideas: 18 colour schemes to switch up your space
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How to design a living room
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Best sofa beds: 12 stylish sofas great for overnight guests
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Living room layout ideas: 7 ways to make the most of your space
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11 pet-friendly house plants – keep cats and dogs safe with non-toxic indoor plants
Pet-friendly house plants can be beautiful, air purifying and simple to take care of. Keep prying paws and gnawing jaws safe with these non-toxic indoor plants for cats and dogs alike.
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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.
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How to choose furniture for a small living room
Need some help picking the right furniture for a small living room? From how to choose a sofa, to picking the perfect storage, we have you covered.
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Roost episode 2: Watch our show for patio ideas, decorating with grey and hallway flooring ideas
Roost episode 2 is ready for your viewing pleasure and it's jam-packed full of inspiration. Plus, you could win a Security bundle from Yale.
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How to polish and remove scratches from glass with toothpaste, baking soda and more
You can remove scratches from glass using toothpaste, baking soda and even nail polish. Clean up glass dining tables, shower doors, reading glasses and more with our guide
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Roost Episode 4: Watch for living room flooring ideas and WIN a Swyft sofa
Get ready for Roost episode 4, which has the lowdown on living room flooring, outdoor kitchen inspiration and the best green color pairings. Plus, enter our competition to win a Swyft two-seater sofa.
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Where to spend and where to save when planning a living room according to designers
We've asked the experts what's worth splurging on and where you can be saving money when designing your living room
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5 ways sage green paint can give your home a spring update
Sage green paint is EVERYWHERE at the moment, so here are a few ways to work that on-trend colour into your space
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How to decorate a living room – 10 expert tips for creating the perfect space
Not sure where to start when it comes to living room decor? Let our beginner's guide to how to decorate a living room get you started with expert tips and inspiring ideas.
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This natural light hack will make your home brighter this spring, according to an interiors expert
Make the most of the brighter, longer days with this simple trick
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15 small apartment living room ideas that prove tiny can still be trendy
These small apartment living room ideas are sure to inspire a makeover, no matter the size of space you are working with
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13 farmhouse living room ideas you can recreate in your home
These farmhouse living room ideas are sure to inspire a makeover no matter where you live
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14 grey and white living room ideas to bring this classic combo into your home
A grey and white color scheme can work in all living rooms, any size, any age, any style. Here are some of our fave looks to get you inspired to give this iconic duo a go.
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26 white living room ideas to suit all styles
Whether you are a minimalist lover or obsessed with country style, these white living room ideas are sure to inspire...
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How to clean a rug – give cotton, wool, jute and shag pile rugs some TLC at home
How to clean a rug like an expert. Wash yours by hand and remove stains at home using vinegar, baking soda and more
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20 living room ideas on a budget to update your space for less
Looking for living room ideas on a budget? Take a look at our surprisingly affordable, unbelievably stylish ideas
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How to clean curtains – wash dirty drapes in situ with a steam cleaner or by hand
How to clean curtains successfully without taking them down, whether you have a steam cleaner or not
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Cleaning leather: 5 steps to treat your couch, chairs and car seats naturally
Remove stains from a leather couch or freshen up your car seats – cleaning leather is made easy with natural products like vinegar, oil and even baby soap...
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10 living room rug ideas to switch up your space instantly
Never underestimate the power of a rug. These living room rug ideas prove just how much space-changing they can be
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How to choose a sofa bed
Need a sofa that doubles as sleep space for overnighters? Here’s how to buy a stylish sofa bed that provides comfort in both its roles
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How to get paint out of carpet – acrylic, gloss, emulsion – dried up or not
Here's how to get paint out of carpet whether you've been using acrylic, oil or gloss, and whether it's dried up or not...
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How to get slime out of carpet – 4 simple steps with or without vinegar
Did slime time get out of hand? Here's how to get slime out of carpet in 4 simple steps – even if it's dried and even if you don't have vinegar
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11 blue and grey living room ideas to bring this dreamy combo into your home
Let these blue and grey living room ideas inspire you to give this power couple of colors a go
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How to clean oriental rugs at home – use vinegar to tackle stains, the fringe and more
A quick guide to cleaning oriental rugs at home. Freshen up your Persian rug, lift stains and brush out the fringe for pristine results
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11 blue living room ideas to show to how to work with this on trend hue
From midnight blues to barely there teals, heres how you can pull of this stylish color in your home
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How to clean a sheepskin rug at home without damaging it
Learn how to clean a sheepskin rug and prolong the life of this luxurious decor item. Gently wash yours with steam and remove stains successfully
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16 black living room ideas to tempt you over to the dark side
Always dreamed of a black living room? We say go for it, and use these ideas to inspire you...
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10 living room TV ideas to cleverly disguise your tech
How to disguise your TV so you can still binge-watch Netflix but it doesn't interrupt your aesthetic
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5 interior designers share their favorite living room finishing touches
Want to update your living room quickly and cheaply? Here's how to do it according to our fave interior designers
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