Amy Lockwood
After studying Print Design at Winchester School of Art, Amy spent multiple years working in the interior industry, including styling and visual merchandising for many well-known brands. She’s now Ecommerce Editor at Ideal Home, offering expert advice on the best products for decorating your home and ensuring it functions smoothly. That includes sourcing stylish yet affordable furniture – from the best sofa beds for combining style, comfort, and function, to the best artificial Christmas trees for a stress-free festive season – helping our readers to find the best mattress for their sleep style, and testing the best dehumidifiers and air purifiers to narrow down the best-in-class.
Ideal Home Truths
Where’s your happy place? I stare at a screen a lot of the day at work, so somewhere immersed in nature and away from technology is my happy place; generally by water, woodland, or up a hill! I also love trying to bring the soothing effects of nature into my home with lots of plants, natural materials, textures, and nature-inspired colour schemes.
What’s your home addiction? I definitely have a cushion addiction, to the extent I had to specifically look for a sofa that was deep enough to allow me to pile them up high! On the plus side they’re a super easy and affordable way to switch up your decor and refresh a bed or seating, and, obviously, really comfortable! On the downside I now have two blanket boxes filled with ‘spares’… That and houseplants, they seem to multiply fairly regularly too…
What’s your next home project? Inspired by my favourite outdoor landscapes I’ve been planning on painting my desk green to make me feel like I’m outdoors even when I’m not… one day I’ll actually get it done!
Latest articles by Amy Lockwood
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Today's top Ooni deals – the best discounts on the Ooni Karu, Koda, Fyra pizza ovens and more
Save big on bestselling pizza ovens with these Ooni deals – on the Ooni Fyra, Koda, and multi-fuel Karu outdoor oven
By Amy Lockwood
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A budget air purifier that offers basic functionality at an affordable price point
Our Beko ATP5100I Air Purifier review puts this affordable air purifer through its paces to see if a budget price tag makes up for limited functionality
By Amy Lockwood
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AEG AX91-604GY Connected Air Purifier review – tried and tested
Our AEG AX91-604GY Connected Air Purifier review tests out this stylish Smart design and finds it's a great option for improving air quality in large or open-plan rooms
By Amy Lockwood
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Blueair Blue Max 3250i Air Purifier review – tried and tested
Our Blueair Blue Max 3250i Air Purifier review tests out this stylish design and finds it's a brilliant all-rounder at a relatively affordable price point
By Amy Lockwood
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Today's best hot tub deals are making a real splash – up to 50% off Lay-Z-Spa, much more
We've rounded up today's hot tub deals – from the best Lay-Z-Spa hot tub deals to the biggest discounts on CleverSpa, Wave, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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Today's top sofa deals April 2024 – where to shop for less
We've rounded up today's top sofa deals, including our editors' insider secrets to shopping sofas for less
By Amy Lockwood
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Today's best furniture deals – save big on stylish pieces for your home
Here's where to find today's best furniture deals, including our editors' insider secrets to shopping sofas, bed frames, dining tables, and storage furniture for less
By Amy Lockwood
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The best luxury and quick-dry towels on the high-street
The best bath towels for transforming your bathroom into a luxurious spa – our edit of the best quality luxury towels and the most affordable buys from John Lewis, M&S, The White Company and more
By Amy Lockwood
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The bedding deals you'll want on your radar – find up to 75% off in today's best bedding sales
Our edit of today's best bedding deals – save up to 75% at DUSK, plus big discounts on duvets, pillows, and bed linen at The White Company, Woolroom, Soak & Sleep, and many more
By Amy Lockwood
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Best mattress protectors – from waterproof to temperature-regulating
Keep your mattress in top condition with one of the best mattress protectors on the market – we've tried and tested bestsellers from Marks & Spencer, Nectar, and many more
By Amy Lockwood
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Don't sleep on these up to 60% off mattress deals – our edit of the best deals to shop
Don't sleep on these up to 60% off mattress deals – the biggest savings on bestselling Brook + Wilde, Emma, Simba, Hypnos, and Tempur mattresses
By Amy Lockwood
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The White Company deals – when to shop for the biggest discounts
Our guide to finding the best The White Company deals, including when to shop for the biggest discounts
By Amy Lockwood
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Dehumidifier deals – where to get the best savings to help with damp, mould and condensation
We've rounded up the cheapest dehumidifier deals on our tried-and-tested favourites, with discounts on bestselling Meaco, De'Longhi, Ecoair, and Pro Breeze dehumidifiers
By Amy Lockwood
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Levoit Core 300S air purifier review – tried, tested, and perfect for small spaces
Our Levoit Core 300S air purifier review puts this relatively affordable Smart HEPA filter through its paces to see how well it can improve indoor air quality in a small space
By Amy Lockwood
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The best sofas – stylish, comfortable, and affordable
Discover the best sofas for your living room – stylish, comfortable, and affordable, we've tried and tested bestselling sofas from John Lewis, Habitat, and many more, to compile the ultimate guide
By Amy Lockwood
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Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and tested
The best cooling mattress toppers for a sweat-free sleep – tried and tested options from Emma, Simba, Woolroom, Silentnight, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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Best chair beds – single sofa beds for hosting guests when you have limited space
The best chair beds for sitting and sleeping – space-saving overnight hosting solutions tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
By Amy Lockwood
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Breville Barista Signature Espresso Machine review – tried and tested
Our Breville Barista Signature Espresso Machine review uncovers why this easy-to-use bean-to-cup machine is the ideal choice for busy homes
By Amy Lockwood
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These are the best January home deals and places to shop to shop online today
The only edit of the best January home deals you need – get over 50% off the biggest brand names, with discounts on air fryers, appliances, mattresses, furniture, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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The best electric blankets and heated throws for keeping warm in bed and on the sofa
Tried and tested, these are the best electric blankets and heated throws you can buy – from luxury dual-controlled doubles to the most affordable heated blankets
By Amy Lockwood
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Find the right pillow for your sleep style with our guide to the best pillows for side sleepers
We've tried and tested the best pillows for side sleepers from Simba, Panda, Woolroom, Tempur, and a whole host more brands, to help you find the right pillow for your sleep style
By Amy Lockwood
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Best artificial Christmas trees – realistic and hassle-free
Fake it till you make it with our edit of the best artificial Christmas trees from John Lewis, The White Company, Habitat, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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The best Christmas deals – save up to 70% on xmas decor
Our round-up of today's best Cyber Monday Christmas deals – get up to 70% off Christmas lighting, 40% off Christmas trees, and save on John Lewis, M&S and The White Company decorations
By Amy Lockwood
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I'm a mattress reviewer – this £820 discount is the best Black Friday mattress deal I've seen
Save an extra 10% on Emma's Black Friday mattress deals with this exclusive Ideal Home discount code
By Amy Lockwood