All content Archive | July 2025

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July 17th
- I made a bee hydration station for my garden – and it's the easiest way to help pollinators in a heatwave
- Who said Tefal only sells pots and pans? I tested their newest vacuum mop, and it’s a game-changer for messy homes
- I've never seen this space-saving Joseph Joseph pan at a better price than in the John Lewis sale – it's perfect for small kitchens
- Garden experts reveal the pot plant watering mistake to avoid this summer – it makes all the difference for happier, healthier plants
- 'I've been opening my windows wrong all this time!' This smart trick is the fastest way to cool down a room in the evening without AC
- This online marketplace has been my hidden gem for buying high-quality pans for years now – I'm ready to share the secret
- Former tennis pro Annabel Croft shares her favourite place to buy homeware and the chore she loves
- These plants need extra care during a heatwave, warn experts – this is how to rescue them
July 16th
- Is it better to grow plants directly in the soil or in raised beds? Garden experts share the best option for your garden soil type
- How to stop pests eating your herbs – 3 tried and tested methods to protect your herb garden naturally
- The White Company is having a huge summer sale with some of its iconic fragrances starting at just £5 – it’s already selling out
- I've tested both the De'Longhi and Phillips bean-to-cup coffee machines – as a kitchen appliance editor, this is the one I'd choose
- This stylish Cornish self-build is a dream seaside home
- 3 plants that love tea – garden experts reveal which varieties will thrive on your old teabags
- I'm a gardens editor and these are my 6 go-to places to buy biodegradable pots if you're growing your own flowers or vegetables from seed
- Aldi’s sell-out solar hot air balloon lights are back in stores - plus two quirky new designs I think will be future bestsellers
July 15th
- How to hang a rain chain and where to place it for the best water flow – experts share tips to make it both pretty and practical
- This hosepipe ban loophole for lawns could rescue your garden this summer – what you need to know about the rules
- Hosepipe bans have been issued for 7 million UK homes – these are all the affected areas
- I found out how much it costs to resurface a driveway, but all homeowners should be aware of these 4 things that will impact the price
- Cleaning experts recommend mopping your floor with this £1 spice rack staple to keep ants out of your home this summer
- How a radical rethink gave this Regency home a contemporary but sensitive makeover
- I'm a Sleep Editor, who has more bed linen than I know what to do with – this is the £12 solution that's transformed my bedding storage woes
- This £29 IKEA buy has drastically reduced the amount of dust in my home — and it’s £100s cheaper than its competitors
- If you like Farrow & Ball’s iconic Sulking Room Pink, you’ll also love these 4 expert-recommended alternative paint colours
July 14th
- Lidl is selling a £70 cordless vacuum cleaner with a ‘secret’ cleaning function — and I predict it’ll fly off the shelves this week
- It's not too late to plant bedding plants in July – the 7 varieties garden experts say will flourish if you plant them now
- How to protect birds from the heat – 2 non-negotiables your garden needs according to wildlife experts
- This is how to resurface a driveway, including whether you can do it yourself and how long before you can park on it
- 3 things I regret about my open-plan kitchen, and what I wish I'd done when designing my own space
- Green Smoke is Farrow & Ball’s most popular shade of green – this is how to best use this sophisticated colour to elevate your home
- 6 of the best drought-tolerant plants for pots that thrive in a heatwave
- 3 cheap and effective ways to keep mosquitoes out of your bird bath approved by pest control experts
July 13th
- Pearl Lowe's kitchen in her Portobello home is a treasure trove of vintage finds and understated elegance
- 3 unexpected benefits of bindweed – it has a bad rep but experts say this invasive plant might actually be helping your soil
- The 5 best worktop colours for a small kitchen - enhance the sense of space with these clever shades
- Aldi is selling a £30 smart kettle that rivals Ninja – but this clever feature means you can turn it on from your sofa
- I’ve tried both portable and fitted air conditioning at home in a heatwave, and I have a clear favourite
- 5 houseplants that can help cool a room – fight the heatwave naturally with these clever varieties
- 6 common fan mistakes that are making you feel hotter — and how to avoid them, according to experts
- I tried the bedding hack Indian Maharajas use to sleep better in monsoon season – it's now my go-to for hot and muggy nights
- If you have a hot, stuffy home, then you need to try the 'wind tunnel' cooling hack - it doesn't cost a penny either
July 12th
- How to water plants in clay soil – experts share the best ways to keep them happy even in summer heat
- Forget pre-freezing – meet the next generation of ice-cream makers which produce delicious results in under an hour
- This outdoor kitchen worktop trend is an easy DIY that makes your garden look so expensive - here's how to get the look
- Aldi's new £100 robot vacuum also sweeps and mops – it's a time-saving must-have for spotless floors
- No outside tap? Here are the best (and easiest) ways to water your garden
- I’ve lived with a south-facing garden for the past five years, and this is why I’ll never buy a house with one again
- 'I tried it and now swear by this heatwave hack' – why sleep experts want you to put your sheets in the fridge this weekend
- Predicting bestsellers is part of my job – and this new £170 Dunelm chair is a sellout piece in the making
- This completely free hack will turn your bedding into a DIY air conditioner and cool your room fast without a fan
July 11th
- Experts share the best ways to secure your garden from thieves and burglary – these are the outdoor security tricks that work
- Joseph Joseph and Brabantia kitchen bins are hard to beat – but as a kitchen editor, this is the one I'd invest in
- I thought Shark’s viral misting fan had completely sold out, but I’ve just found a ‘secret’ stash still available - and they’re on sale, too!
- Garden experts reveal how to achieve Wimbledon’s luscious lawn at home – all you need is this £16 product that ‘makes water wetter’
- Everyone’s rushing to buy fans and air conditioners, but this ‘secret’ 3-in-1 alternative is one of the best Amazon Prime Day deals I’ve spotted so far
- I've been debating buying a frank green iced coffee cup for weeks – I've just saved myself £25 by picking up this gorgeous alternative instead
- 'I'll be swapping my gas pizza oven for an electric one' – here's why this no-faff 'it' product is perfect for easy al fresco meals
- I finally swapped all the plastic storage containers in my kitchen for this smart alternative – it's one of the best decisions I've made
- I’m a cleaning editor, and I’ve persuaded my whole team to buy this one thing for a spotless outdoor space on a budget
- Is it worth fitting air conditioning in the UK? This is what I think as someone who has tried both fitted and portable air con (and experts agree)
- How to water your garden during a hosepipe ban – 4 alternatives that will keep your plants hydrated (and avoid fines!)
- This £5 budget buy from Amazon is all you need to turn your fan into an air conditioner
July 10th
- My utility room is tiny – these 3 under-£25 space-saving laundry storage solutions are now my non-negotiables for keeping it organised
- The high price of robot vacuums has always put me off, but this £99 Eufy bargain has finally convinced me to buy one
- I doubled my kitchen storage with these Joseph Joseph organisers - and they're all reduced on Amazon
- The whisper-quiet Meaco pedestal fan is flying under the radar – but it's still in stock and has next-day delivery
- 6 picks you don’t want to miss in the huge QVC sale - Ninja, Nespresso and Le Creuset are even cheaper than the Amazon Prime Day Sale
- Amazon has dropped the price of the fan I've been raving about for years - it's quiet, powerful and a budget alt to a Dyson
- 'I've ordered two of these due to how well they work' – this £17 portable blackout blind is a game-changer for blocking the light
- My mum swears by this simple weeding tool – it makes light (and satisfying!) work of even the toughest weeds in the garden
- FlexiSpot discount codes - Exclusive 11% OFF for July 2025
- You can't buy Ninja's new waffle maker in the UK yet, but this alternative from Amazon has an almost identical design
- Bye bye, boring garden furniture! I’m seeing these 4 bold colours in every stylish garden this year
- Lidl is selling a portable air conditioner for less than £150 - run, don’t walk, as this is going to sell out fast
July 9th
- I'm a mum of 2, and this carpet cleaner is how I've kept my floors free of kid-related stains - and it's now half price
- ‘Best money I’ve ever spent’ – this £15 screen is a game changer for keeping flies out of the home, shoppers are raving about it
- I've found a 'secret' stash of discounted fans and air conditioners on Amazon – this is where they're hidden
- Air conditioners are selling out fast, but these air coolers are the clever budget alternative (and still in stock)
- As a Mum of three, I’ve found the perfect summer duvet for sweaty kids, and it's currently on sale at Amazon for under £17
- Aldi’s cooling bedding is back ahead of the upcoming heatwave – you’ll thank yourself later for getting your hands on some
- This £99 alternative to the Ninja DoubleStack is the ultimate kitchen space saver – and I just gave it 5 stars in this review
- This 1980s Kent bungalow has been given a cool California vibe
- This manual Philips bean-to-cup machine looks far more expensive than it is thanks to this deal – here's how it looks in my kitchen
- What does a hosepipe ban actually mean? With another heatwave on the way, these are the rules if you want to avoid a fine
- Shark’s game-changing VacMop has had its price slashed for Amazon Prime Day - be quick if you want one
July 8th
- This is the cleaning product home editors swear by for a sparkling sink – and it’s only £8.50 on Amazon
- It was impossible to find anything in my messy undersink cupboard, but these budget-friendly storage must-haves fixed the chaos once and for all
- I found out how often a roof needs replacing and the tricks you can try to extend its lifespan
- These terracotta watering spikes keep my thirsty plants watered during scorching weather, even when I'm not at home
- I've fully bought into this summer's soft serve and slushie maker craze - and you can too with massive reductions on the best ones I've tried
- These are the types of geranium you should deadhead in July for continuous blooms all summer long
- I tested one of Amazon's bestselling products to see if you can buy luxury bedding online. The answer is yes... and no
- Cuisinart's soft serve maker is the most impressive alternative to the Ninja Swirl and Slushi I've seen - there's no need to pre-freeze anything
- Forget French girl chic! I predict the ‘Portuguese girl aesthetic’ is how the most stylish people will be decorating their homes this year
- Portable air conditioners are selling out fast – here are the units we rate that are still in stock
- Lidl’s £100 outdoor air fryer is a must-have for BBQ season – its 2 clever functions will make it a winner this summer
July 7th
- The Ninja Swirl is finally available to pre order – here's where you can shop it ahead of time to avoid it selling out
- Are non-stick frying pans safe? Experts explain everything you need to know to stay safe when using non-stick cookware
- I tested this compact and budget-friendly air conditioner during one of the hottest weeks of the year (so far) – and it held its cool
- Aldi is selling a gas pizza oven for less than £70 – it’s a dead ringer for the cult Ooni Koda oven
- I'm an interior stylist, and these are the 6 most expensive-looking sets of bedding from Very I'd recommend to transform a bedroom
- Exactly how much does a new roof cost? Avoid any nasty surprises with this expert cost breakdown
- Is your kitchen stressing you out? These are the three things you need to change
- 5 things that can happen if you don't clean your BBQ – from food safety concerns to grilling performance mishaps
- I cleaned my entire home with Kärcher’s new steam cleaner and mop — and as a busy mum of three, I’m now hooked
July 6th
- 'My style is colourful maximalism with a plethora of curated antiques'
- Everyone was using these genius fly fans on holiday – and now I swear by them at home
- These 4 mistakes are making your small kitchen look cheap – but the fixes are simple
- Is there a best time of the year to get your driveway done? This drive expert reveals the ideal weather ‘sweet spot’ for the best results
- 3 plants that love coffee grounds – garden experts reveal which varieties will thrive on your leftover coffee
- Are bladed or bladeless fans better? Experts explain the key differences — and how to choose the right one for you
- I put Amazon’s bestselling £10.99 bedding set to the test – this is why I don’t agree with its 50,000 rave reviews, and what I’d shop instead
- I've found the 6 most expensive-looking pieces of garden furniture on Amazon
July 5th
- I'm a Ninja Slushi superfan, but I was surprised by how similar this cheaper alternative from Amazon was when I tried it. Now it's reduced for Prime Day too
- The 3 small kitchen colour mistakes to avoid for a characterful and spacious design – according to kitchen pros
- I took a risk and painted my bathroom red – a year on, this is everything I wish I'd done differently
- This is how often you should be watering drought-tolerant plants in the garden, according to experts
- Get rid of bacteria-harbouring tiles and replace them with one of these hygienic splashback alternatives
- I asked bedding experts what the best sheet material for a good night's sleep is – the fabrics to buy, and one to avoid
- 6 colours that will transform a dark kitchen with little natural light and make low-light cooking spaces feel welcoming
- S-Club star Rachel Stevens took a big risk when designing her dream dressing room – but it paid off with stunning results
July 4th
- The laundry upgrade you didn’t know you needed
- Sorry white towels, this is the towel trend I'm seeing in the most stylish bathrooms right now - and John Lewis has the best versions
- Miele’s top-rated (and most stylish) stick vacuum has been slashed by £100 — it’s now one of the cheapest vacuums you can buy
- 6 hardy succulents you can grow outside all year round – even in the UK
- There's no need to hide your air fryer away with these new subtle Ninja air fryer colours – there's finally an alternative to black
- Is using the washing machine the easiest way to clean paint rollers? Experts debunk this viral hack
- Do I need planning permission for a driveway? It all depends on this one key factor, according to the experts
- My mum used this £12 childhood toy to grow clematis, and the results were impressive – and fast!
- The superhero plant everyone should plant in their garden this summer to deter pests and attract pollinators
July 3rd
- Aldi is selling an instant canopy you can put up in minutes, and it's only £45
- 8 of the most calming plants to grow in your garden to transform your outdoor space into a soothing sanctuary
- Susannah Constantine's garden parasol shows that this retro pattern is making a revival - take a lesson from this style expert
- I’m a vacuum expert, and these are the 3 best Dyson vacuum cleaners that are *actually* worth the price tag
- Searches for a £2,549 cooling mattress cover soared during the heatwave – thankfully, I've found a budget alternative, and it's only £22
- How to grow verbena – the best ways to plant, water and prune this drought-tolerant plant for beautiful sprays of flowers
- This sleek kitchen upgrade gives you pure, mineral-rich water on demand – and it’s up to £400 off for Prime Day
- This Jamie Oliver iced coffee hack just saved my mornings in the heatwave – it couldn't be easier to do
- ‘I think I've found the perfect pink’ – Kimberley Walsh reveals the exact colour she used to paint her 'favourite spot' in the house
July 2nd
- This cooling hack will turn your fan into an air conditioner – and it’s completely free
- It's my job to find expensive looking garden furniture on the high street – and these 6 gorgeous pieces at Wayfair caught my eye
- Is your soil too acidic or too alkaline? Experts share the best way to change your soil's PH to make it more plant-friendly
- The artist owner transformed this once rundown clapboard house into a stunning seaside home
- 5 flowering plants that will give your garden a magical fairytale look – and you can plant them now
- 5 plants that bloom twice a year – the varieties garden experts recommend to deliver double the colour and flowers
- 5 simple ways to get rid of thrips in the house and garden this summer
- Only you and I will know this beautiful hanging chair is from Aldi (and that it’s less than £25)
July 1st
- 7 clever hacks to make kitchen cabinets look expensive – and fake the stealth wealth look
- I tested Dyson’s quietest, most powerful air purifier — it offers whole-home purifying unlike any other model I’ve tested
- These are the 5 most common driveway materials – I compare their pros, cons and costs to see if one comes out on top
- How to prevent ticks on a lawn – 4 expert-approved methods that avoid harsh chemicals
- I've tested 6 of the best gardening gloves - these are the pairs I'd recommend to protect your hands while you prune, dig and weed
- I tested Silentnight's under £50 mattress topper to see if its 10cm depth could transform my firm mattress
- 5 things to declutter in July for the ultimate mid-year reset, according to organising experts
- Cuisinart's affordable alternative to the Ninja Creami is on sale for Prime Day – at a price you won't want to miss
- These designer-look outdoor lights are so good you wouldn’t believe they’re from Next