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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Fall decorating ideas – 28 best seasonal looks to DIY
Garlands, gourds, mantel displays and more make the best fall decorating ideas for a cozy home. DIY seasonal looks for inside and out of the house and save along the way.
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15 fall living room decorating ideas – simple inspiring looks
Shades of orange and ochre, crispy leaves and a subtle drop in temperature signals the perfect time to bring the best fall living room decor ideas to life.
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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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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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15 fall colors schemes to decorate your home this season
These fall color schemes are sure to encourage a seasonal makeover, even if you aren't a fan of orange...
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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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Autumn decor ideas and trends – 20 ways to embrace the season at home
Cosy up your home this season with the best autumn decor looks for every room in the house (and for every budget too).
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The best armchairs: 7 stylish seats to add into any room in your home
Pull up a seat and invest in one of the best armchairs.
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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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20 bright sunroom ideas for lounging in style and comfort
The best sunroom ideas will make for a light-filled space. Experts share the top things to consider when planning yours
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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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Living room flooring ideas – 8 of the best material types to choose from
The best living room flooring will make your space look great, feel cozy and prove easy to care for. From carpet, to tile and more stunning material types.
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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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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.
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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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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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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.
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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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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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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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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.
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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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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.
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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 tile over a brick fireplace – An inexpensive DIY job with dramatic results
DIY influencer Jo Lemos shares his method for how to tile over a brick fireplace wall, plus tips and advice he learned along the way.
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Where to buy a sleeper sofa: the 14 best shops for sofa beds
Discover the best places to buy a sleeper sofa; whether you're looking for a compact futon or sectional sofa bed
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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...
