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The best cheap blenders to help squeeze more nutrients into your diet
My top six affordable blenders are up to the job and come in at under £70
By Jessica Carter
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Best chef's knives - the 6 top knives for home chefs we've tried
Our pick of excellent knives, tried and tested for home cooks and professional chefs
By Molly Cleary
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7 of the best knife sets I've tried, including top picks with in-built sharpeners from Ninja, Joseph Joseph and more
Pick up the best knife set for your kitchen with our reviews of knife blocks from Zwilling, Robert Welch, and more
By Molly Cleary
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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
By Amy Lockwood
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The best desk fans — after testing, these are the only 6 I’d recommend for smaller spaces and WFH setups
Our top picks from the likes of Meaco, Duux, Shark and more
By Lauren Bradbury
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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
By Amy Lockwood
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Best coffee grinders: Brew better coffee with our tested burr grinders
The best coffee grinders will transform your morning cup from so-so to stunning – discover our top rated picks from Sage, Fellow, Aarke and more
By Sasha Muller
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The best fans for cooling down quickly – we've tried and tested bestselling options to find the best fan for the bedroom, living room, and more
The best fans for cooling down quickly – we've tried and tested bestselling options to find the best fan for the bedroom, living room, and out and about
By Amy Lockwood
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The best hot tubs for every budget – I've selected affordable and energy-efficient models to turn your garden into a spa
From affordable to energy-efficient inflatable hot tubs and even a cutting-edge foam option, it's all here
By Annie Collyer
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The best patio heater for every space and budget – tried-and-tested favourites that will warm up chilly summer nights
Wall-mounted, tabletop and more
By Sophie King
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I've spent over 10,000 hours testing the best mattresses for side sleepers – these 3 are the winners
If you sleep on your side, these are the 3 mattresses you'll want on your radar
By Amy Lockwood
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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
By Jessica Carter
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Best pressure washers – the 6 machines we rate highest on the market
The best fit for every cleaning requirement
By Molly Cleary
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I'm a Sleep Editor, and these are the 6 best memory foam pillows I've tested
I've slept on them all, and these are the best brands of memory foam pillows to shop
By Amy Lockwood
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The 5 best deep fat fryers – tried and tested from De’Longhi, Lakeland and more
The top models to safely create delicious treats at home
By Helen McCue
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We've found 3 of the best woks for stir-fries
Make stir-fries in a jiffy with the best wok
By Millie Fender
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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
By Zoë Phillimore
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Rattan garden furniture will always be a classic, and I've found 9 on-trend pieces that will make any patio look good
I’ve scoured countless brands’ and retailers’ collections to find the best rattan outdoor furniture in every category, from garden chairs to lounge sets
By Sara Hesikova
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Best BBQs to level up your summer grilling, tried and tested in real gardens
The very best BBQs out there, reviewed and approved by the Ideal Home team
By Molly Cleary
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Best stand mixers in the UK - 12 reviews of stand mixers
Featuring mixers KitchenAid, Kenwood, Bosch and more, these are the best stand mixers you can buy right now
By Molly Cleary
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The definitive list of the best kettles, reviewed
Take a look at the best kettles that we've tested, featuring brands like Dualit, Smeg and De'Longhi
By Molly Cleary
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The best boiling water taps in the UK and how to choose one for you
Buy the best boiling water tap for your kitchen with our roundup of the best six hot water taps
By Zoë Phillimore
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Wireless lamps are the 'it' lighting trend marrying form and function – here are 6 of the best to shop right now
Convenient and clutter-free? You can sign us up
By Rebecca Knight
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Best pillow for side sleepers – tried and tested for good sleep posture
I've tried and tested the best pillows for side sleepers from Levitex, Tempur, Panda, and a whole host more brands, to help you find the right pillow for your sleep style
By Amy Lockwood
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Ideal Home's top 10 food processors, tried and tested by the team
We've reviewed some of the best food processors for chopping, slicing and dicing
By Molly Cleary
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Best oil filled radiators 2025 – tried and tested
The best oil filled radiators for staying cosy when temperatures drop. We've tested portable heaters from De'Longhi, Pro Breeze and more to find the best-in-class
By Lauren Bradbury
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6 of the best multi-cookers, tried and tested – for air frying, pressure cooking, sautéing and more
Invest in one of the best multi-cookers and unlock a whole new world of culinary possibilities, with options from Ninja, Instant Pot and more
By Millie Fender