Latest Buying Guides
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Best patio cleaner 2025: tried-and-tested picks for pristine paths and patios
We've reviewed the best patio cleaner for every space and need
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The best cast iron cookware — the pieces our Kitchen Appliances Editor recommends you buy for your kitchen
From skillets to casseroles, the best cast iron cookware will last a lifetime and look the part in any kitchen space. Featuring Le Creuset, Staub, and more
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We tested the best ironing boards in 2025 to easily de-crease your laundry pile
Our picks of the best ironing boards from Brabantia, Joseph Joseph, Beldray and more
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Best weighted blankets – after testing, these are my top picks to reduce stress and improve sleep
These are the best weighted blankets I've tested
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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
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Invest in one of the best toasters, as tested by Ideal Home
Brown your bread to perfection with our pick of the best two- and four-slice toasters
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Quick delivery sofas – these are the retailers that can guarantee delivery before Christmas
9 brands that will deliver in time for Christmas to wow your guests
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How we test
The expert Ideal Home testing team puts every product through their paces in real-life settings, to make sure it's worth buying. Here's how we do it
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Where to buy a sofa – I've spent over 25 hours testing sofas and these are the 10 brands I'd recommend
I’m a sofa expert – and these are my top 10 recommended places where to buy a sofa
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Best Christmas lights 2024 – the prettiest, most original and hard-working styles to illuminate your home with this festive season
Light up your home with the Christmas spirit with the help of our top-rated Christmas light designs
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Where to buy Christmas decorations – the 11 best places to shop for beautiful baubles and unique ornaments
Are you after some new ornaments to adorn your home and Christmas tree with this festive season? This is where to go
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I've spent hours researching and testing the best advent calendars 2024 – these are the ones that are still available to buy now
These are the top calendars I’ve seen and opened this year
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Best ice cream makers in the UK - our tried and tested summer faves
Sometimes, just one Cornetto isn’t enough. But buy an ice cream maker and you’ll be able to create as many delicious desserts as you like
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Best security camera – top wired and wireless cameras for better home security and peace of mind
The best security cameras for monitoring the inside and outside of your home, from Ring, Ezviz, Netatmo and more
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Best video doorbells – the best doorbell cameras to secure your property and keep your house in check
The best video doorbells to help keep an eye on security and deliveries - with notifications sent to your phone - from Ring, Nest and more.
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21 best garden chairs – stylish outdoor seating
The best garden chairs on the Ideal Home team's radar – from timeless rattan chairs to affordable deckchairs, practical outdoor dining chairs, and much more
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Where to buy childrens bedding – we've scoured the high street to find the best places for everything from practical basics to fun kids duvet sets
Our edit of where to buy childrens bedding will help you to source nursery basics, toddler-friendly essentials, and fun prints and patterns to transform any kids bed
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I trained myself to like mornings with a sunrise alarm clock - here are 6 of the best to make waking up easier
The best sunrise alarm clocks are designed to work with your circadian rhythm to make waking up and going to sleep easier
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Keep your lawn looking its best with one of these best cordless strimmers
Check out our pick of the best cordless strimmers to keep your grass prim and proper
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Best outdoor cushions: 18 stylish designs for a patio update
The best outdoor cushions for a quick, easy, and affordable patio update. Add colour, texture, and comfort with our edit of this year's most stylish designs
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The outdoor lamps that will transform your alfresco dining table this summer – 6 of the best to shop right now
Forget candles; these outdoor lamps are the new 'it' way to light up your garden
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Best scented candles UK – 12 fragrant buys to transform your home
Impress guests with one of the best candles for spring and summer, as tested by the Ideal Home team
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Wellness Christmas gifts - give the gift of calm this festive season
Treat your loved ones to a little bit of 'me time' with one of these gorgeous wellness Christmas gifts
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Best paint for furniture: quick and easy paints for upcycling
Give your tired furniture a new lease of life with the best paints for furniture
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Christmas gifts for foodies - must-have buys for lovers of food and drink
Treat your loved ones to some of the best Christmas gifts for foodies to help them cook, mix or eat like royalty this Christmas
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Christmas gifts under £100 - top treats for your loved ones this year
If it's gorgeous gifts under £100 mark that you're looking for, you've come to the right place. Get through your gift list with help from this brilliant round-up of potential presents, from some of our favourite brands
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Festive gifts under £50 - get your Christmas shopping list sorted
If this year you've budgeted to buy everyone's gifts under £50, check out these brilliant suggestions for your shopping list
