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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Pandemic spending for the home has soared – and we're paying the most for this room
Recent research reveal pandemic spending trends in the home – here's what most of us are buying
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40 living room ideas – the latest trends, easy decor updates and inspiring spaces
Our gorgeous roundup of living room ideas will inspire you to revamp your lounge design, big or small, in an instant
By Hebe Hatton •
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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.
By Jenny McFarlane •
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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
By Hebe Hatton •
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How to make a small living room look bigger – tips and tricks to 'expand' your space
So you want to make the small square footage of your living room feel more spacious? Well, we have a load of tips and tricks to help you out.
By Hebe Hatton •
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The only 5 things you should buy for a small living room
Need tips on how to furnish a small living room? We've made it super simple and rounded up just 5 things you need for a tiny space
By Hebe Hatton •
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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.
By Sarah Warwick •
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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.
By Hebe Hatton •
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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
By Millie Hurst •
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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
By Hebe Hatton •
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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...
By Annie Collyer •
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12 apartment living room ideas to copy whether you own or rent
Let our apartment living room ideas inspire you to make the most of your space, no matter what the size, layout or budget
By Hebe Hatton •
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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.
By Jenny McFarlane •
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14 modern small living room ideas to make even the tiniest spaces trendy
Let our modern small living room ideas prove just how much you can do with limited floor space.
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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
By Hebe Hatton •
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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.
By Hebe Hatton •
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Spring cleaning: 22 clever ways to clean your home naturally
Use our spring cleaning tips to get all your rooms hygienic and sparkling without the need for commercial products
By Alison Jones •
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12 living room wall ideas to stylishly decorate a blank space
Looking for living room wall ideas? From artwork to paneling, there are so many ways to turn a blank wall into something beautiful, here are our faves.
By Hebe Hatton •
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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...
By Hebe Hatton •
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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
By Sarah Warwick •
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10 living room trends for 2021 designers want you to know about
Looking for living room trends to inspire your makeover? We've asked the experts what's looking to be big for 2021
By Hebe Hatton •
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20 traditional living room ideas to inspire an elegant makeover
Let our traditional living room ideas talk you through how to bring some period style into your space – from cottagecore Regency style...
By Hebe Hatton •
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How to clean painted walls – 6 ways to remove grease, stains and dirt
How to clean painted walls: Remove greasy fingerprints, stains, dust and grime from flat emulsion painted, matt or gloss walls with these expert tips
By Lucy Searle •
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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
By Hebe Hatton •
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Cleaning laminate flooring – the best ways to tackle dirt using a mop, vinegar and more methods
You've been cleaning laminate flooring all wrong. This is how to get that pristine, no-streak, gleaming finish, using a mop, vinegar and other wonderful ways
By Sarah Warwick •
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Best TV: Upgrade your lounge with the best OLED, 4K and Smart TVs
The best TVs to invest in for your next movie night, binge-watching session or the big match, from Samsung, Philips, LG and more
By Caroline Preece •
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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
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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A guide to cleaning vinyl flooring – brighten up planks and tiles with vinegar and more
Cleaning vinyl flooring is a must to keep yours stylish, warm and practical on all fronts. Sanitize your planks or tiles with vinegar and more, here's how.
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean a floor – from vacuuming to dry mopping, using vinegar and more
Where should you start when cleaning a floor? This is what you need to know whether you have wood, vinyl, laminate or another type of hard flooring at home
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