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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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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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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How to care for houseplants (without killing them) – keep indoor plants happy
Caring for house plants is tricky business. This is how to stop brown leaves and more to keep your indoor plants happy.
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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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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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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.
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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
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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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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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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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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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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
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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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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
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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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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
