Latest articles by Sarah Handley
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I’ve tried and tested the best fans — these are my top picksAs someone who runs hot, my internal thermometer makes me well placed to put the best fans through their paces in my own home
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I stopped wasting money on my washing machine by using a cooler 30° cycle for four weeksThis is how much I saved and the laundry was just as clean
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This compact Vonhaus air circulator packs a powerful punch — for less than £50I put this air circulator through its paces to see how it fared in a real home environment
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Plug-in solar vs rooftop panels — which is better?I asked the experts how the two systems differ on price, installation and impact on bills
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I wish I had a bigger hallway — is a porch the answer?I asked the pros for the 3 best ways to achieve more space in this part of my home
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What are plug-in solar panels and how do they work?This is everything we know about about the game-changing solar panels that will soon be available in the UK
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5 counter-top kitchen appliances you should always unplug when not in useI’ve been wasting so much money on my energy bills by leaving mine plugged in
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Putting off this easy task has cost me up to £235 in wasted energyDon't make the same mistake I did!
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I swapped using my dishwasher for handwashing dishes for a month to avoid wasting energyBut I've got 4 reasons why it was harder to give up than I thought
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Pro Breeze’s new hybrid fan has been freshening up my home with it’s nifty scent podI have high hopes that it’ll see me through a summer heatwave too
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The best portable air conditioners I’m certain will sell out this summerIf previous years are anything to go by, these best portable air conditioners will be like gold dust when the summer hits
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8 ways to save money when moving house – and ensure you have some left in the pot when you’re doneThe key to cost-cutting is all in the preparation
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I’ve been wasting energy through these 3 decor choices for yearsIt turns out each one has been costing me up to £250 a year
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It took me just two seconds to transform this wireless Duux fan from desktop to pedestal modeIt’s so light (and effective) I’m planning on taking it on holiday with me
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3 things people with low energy bills always haveSide-step potential price rises and avoid wasting energy by trying them in your own home
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RenovationEverything you need to know about renovating your home — from making the most of what you already have to adding extra space when you need it. However you are transforming your home, starting a new project can be overwhelming. We have beginner guides, cost breakdowns and all the expert advice you need to renovate your home with confidence.
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How we test fans and portable air conditioners at Ideal HomeThis is how we review every fan and portable air conditioner we recommend to you, by testing them in our own homes.
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I upgraded my basic fan to this quiet Meaco pedestal air circulator, and I’m kicking myself for not doing it soonerFor me, this is everything a fan should be
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Have the rules around log burners changed?I’m a heating expert, and this is what you should know about potential legislative updates
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Are energy bills going up? I’m a home energy expert and this is what you need to knowThis is when prices might rise and what you can do right now to minimise the impact
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I’m a home energy expert and this is my foolproof way to choose the right kind of fanPlus, this is why it shouldn’t just be a summer purchase
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This is how many hours a day your heating should be on in spring to avoid wasting energyIt's the ideal schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency
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I went a whole month without using my tumble dryer to avoid wasting energy, but it turns out I had to sacrifice something else in returnWhile I saved some money, this is why I'm not sure it was worth it
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These 3 one-time ways to save energy are ideal for busy people like meNow is the time to do them
