Get hands-on with home improvement at the Ideal Home Show 2026
Meet the DIY Live Stage at this year’s Ideal Home Show 2026 – a chance for you to get to grips with hands-on home improvements.
If there’s one thing that’s capturing the imagination of homeowners right now, it’s the joy of doing it yourself.
From refreshing tired spaces to tackling everyday fixes and creative upcycling projects, DIY is no longer just a weekend hobby.
It’s a way to personalise your home and make your space truly yours.
The DIY Live Stage
That’s why the Ideal Home Show In Partnership with Selina Finance has introduced the brand-new DIY Live Stage.
This is a lively, expert-led feature dedicated to DIY skills and inspiration.
Here, trusted home improvers share easy-to-follow demonstrations designed to make all sorts of DIY projects feel achievable. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a confident home improver.
Who can we expect to see?
The line-up is packed with familiar names in the DIY world, including Wayne Perrey, Briony Ace, Rob Bent, Georgina Burnett and Scott DIY, who will be guiding visitors through a range of practical projects across the show.
From mastering your combination drill and choosing the right wall fixings to tackling flat-pack furniture and simple lighting upgrades, you’ll pick up the kind of hands-on know-how that builds confidence and transforms your home.)
DIY Live also celebrates creativity and resourcefulness, with sessions on upcycling tired furniture, clever small-space makeovers and budget-friendly ideas that deliver big impact.
The stage is all about making DIY enjoyable, empowering and full of possibilities – perfect for anyone looking to refresh their home with personal style and practical skills. (DIY Live Stage)
When will the DIY Live Stage at Ideal Home Show be running?
You’ll find the DIY Live Stage at the Ideal Home Show, running 10–19 April 2026 at Olympia London, where expert advice and exciting hands-on demos bring home improvement to life.
Top DIY trends and expert tips for stylish home updates
1. Learn by doing
Step-by-step demos are all the rage – and the best way to build confidence with tools you already own.
2. Upcycling meets creativity
Give tired furniture a new lease of life with paint, fabrics, or clever repurposing ideas.
3. Make small spaces sing
Simple hacks like wall-fixing tricks and smart shelving can transform compact areas effortlessly.
4. Budget brilliance
DIY isn’t about big spend – it’s about clever ideas that add personality without breaking the bank.
5. Tool confidence is key
From drills to paint finishes, understanding your tools helps make every project easier and more fun.
Expert tip
Start with a clear plan (and basic tools) – it makes all the difference when you’re tackling your first DIY projects.
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