Latest Buying Guides
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Where to buy a sofa – I’ve tried over 200 sofas and these are the 13 brands I trust the most
As a Room Decor editor, I’ve spent over 30 hours testing sofas – and these are the brands and retailers I would buy my sofa from
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I've spent the last year testing the best budget mattresses under £500 – these are my 3 top recommendations
If you're looking for a cheaper mattress, these are the ones to shop
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The best mattresses – tested by our experts for a great night’s sleep
Top recommendations for all budgets and sleepers, from Simba, Emma, Tempur, Hypnos, and more
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I put the best electric blankets and heated throws to the test – these are my 6 top recommendations
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
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I never really understood the hype around robot vacuum cleaners – but these 6 models converted me to hands-free cleaning
I tested top models from Eufy, Shark, Hoover and more
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The best artificial Christmas trees are quickly selling out – these are the top-rated ones still available today, but be quick
From John Lewis to The White Company, these are the 11 best fake Christmas trees for every budget that you can shop now
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Best steam cleaners and mops — my 6 tried and tested favourites that I’d recommend for whole-home cleaning
After reviewing, these are the best steam cleaners and mops I’d recommend for spotless floors, kitchens and bathrooms
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My kids and I camped out in our living room to find the best air beds for hosting overnight guests – these are my 6 top recommendations
To sleep extra guests or to take camping, these are the best air beds money can buy
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Where to buy quick delivery sofas – the 9 brands and retailers that can guarantee your new sofa will arrive before Christmas
This is where to shop for sofas if you’re short on time and need it to arrive by Christmas
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Forget the rest, these are the 3 best air fryers to buy now – I've narrowed it down after testing dozens of them
Here's the ultimate shortlist
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I’m a vacuum expert, and these are the 3 best Dyson vacuum cleaners that are *actually* worth the price tag
If you're looking for a Dyson vacuum cleaner, these are my top picks
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The best bean-to-cup coffee machines I've reviewed
For at-home coffee, these machines give you an unbeatable experience
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I've tested the best cordless, corded and robot Shark vacuums – these are my top-rated models (and many are currently on sale!)
Find the best Shark vacuum for every home and budget with our top picks of cordless, upright, and handheld models
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Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and tested
The best cooling mattress toppers for a cooler and more breathable sleep – tried and tested options from Simba, Panda, Emma, Silentnight, and more
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I’m a vacuum expert, and these are the best cordless vacuum cleaners you can buy for grab-and-go cleaning
My top-rated cordless models from Shark, Dyson, Gtech and more
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The 8 best mattress toppers I've tested – offering comfort, cushioning, and breathability
After putting each of these mattress pads through Ideal Home's testing process, I think these are the best mattress toppers to invest in
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The best coffee machines, all reviewed and ranked
I've tried dozens of coffee machines to bring you this list of recommendations
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The best Ninja air fryer of 2025 - our definitive ranking of these game-changing appliances
Wondering which is the best Ninja air fryer to switch up your cooking? Here's everything you need to know
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Best heated clothes airers – tried and tested for drying clothes indoors, fast
Laundry piles don't stand a chance...
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I tested the best air purifiers against dust, cooking smells and smoke – these are the 6 I’d pick for a healthy home this winter
The best air purifiers for improving indoor air quality, as tested by the Ideal Home team
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Best pillow for side sleepers – tried and tested for good sleep posture
I've tried and tested the best side sleeping pillows from Levitex, Tempur, Panda, and more
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Our tried and tested top non-stick pans for fried eggs, pancakes, and speedy stir-fries
We've done the flipping and sticking so you don't have to
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12 best sofa beds – comfortable, stylish, and versatile
The best sofa beds for hosting overnight guests in style – I've found the most comfortable sofa beds from Habitat, John Lewis, Habitat, Heal's, Sofa.com, and more
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Best pans for induction hobs – tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Investing in new pans for your energy-efficient induction hob? Here are my top picks of induction friendly cookware
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We've tested the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
We've reviewed the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
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The best pod coffee machines, as tested by the Ideal Home team
These are pod coffee machines you need to get your caffeine fix, pronto
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These are the 6 best carpet cleaners for deep cleaning the most important surface in your home
Six of the best carpet cleaners that can refresh your space in an instant
Best electric heaters, tried and tested
These 8 buys are my top picks for heating the room you’re in
