<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in Air-quality ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/home-appliances/air-quality Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:20:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Meaco has dropped a new portable air conditioner that is twice as quiet as its predecessors - act fast, I predict a sell-out! ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/meaco-cirro-portable-air-conditioners-first-look yBGfYrgaf3sUQ2YenazBs Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:20:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This budget-friendly Vonhaus fan will be ideal for those who prefer a more gentle breeze to a powerful gust ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/vonhaus-16in-pedestal-fan-review 9TuzfsvBwa7jQzzwqVUu4m Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The new AirCraft LUME fan is the most powerful of any I’ve tested – its clever design means you you get two fans in one, plus it's whisper-quiet ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/aircraft-lume-quiet-air-circulator-fan-review rwcvPdRdQpL6kFvdpHukCb Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Dyson has launched a portable fan for under £100 — it's already sold out once, but I've just spotted it back in stock ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/dyson-hush-jet-mini-first-look xj8ctzw28uuPNXiB3BFYQi Fri, 29 May 2026 16:30:00 +0000 Fri, 29 May 2026 16:37:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi’s £3 misting fan is the portable cooling option you need to sweaty commutes – it’s perfect for keeping cool on the go ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/aldi-ambiano-misting-fan Td4aGywpsepzvrUQVXkx9T Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Do you really have to vent a portable air conditioner outside? Air con pros share why it’s so crucial to get this step right ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/do-portable-air-conditioners-have-to-be-vented-outside duRDf22SPttK6JbDNHH463 Wed, 27 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 15:56:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Shark’s viral portable fan is on sale and under £100 – be quick, it’s already starting to sell out ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/shark-flexbreeze-hydrogo-fan-sale-may-2026 jD2wsTSCehtXijJznPj2r5 Tue, 26 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi's £40 air cooler is back and it’s perfect for beating UK heat – run, don’t walk, as this is going to sell out fast ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/aldi-ambiano-air-cooler-2026 pqEiDoWds3Y7eWbgGGNGsL Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Shark's new 3-in-1 portable fan has officially put an end to my heatwave anxiety ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/shark-chillpill-review ik8rMmCGRZ4yE3K3NaUbch Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:58:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ A fan won't stop you feeling sticky in hot weather – to tackle humidity at home this is what experts recommend you use instead ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/do-fans-help-reduce-humidity MX7CBf4zgwUiem6SZXNneA Sun, 24 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Lidl's £60 Dyson bladeless fan lookalike is back in stores this week – and even cheaper than last year ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/lidl-tronic-bladeless-fan-price-drop-2026 vdS8ohUn3ftMMskPy5Ytsb Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Meaco's new table-top air circulator is powerful and quiet — but it has a clever feature that means it'll last much longer than other portable fans ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/meaco-sefte-pro-table-top-air-circulator-review FGni4pSgBJkDXZKZzrJaBe Sun, 17 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:47:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ M&S has launched a rival to John Lewis' bestselling £12 handheld fan – it's just as sleek and even more affordable ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/m-and-s-travel-fan 9n9NzdwZ6cXok4vQXz7Moe Sun, 17 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I didn’t understand the hype around air purifiers until I discovered these 5 unexpected perks – now I wouldn’t live without one ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/unexpected-uses-for-air-purifiers Dw6YcQTMjTfmSFWdSHzmWK Thu, 14 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I did not expect this sub-£100 Silentnight fan to be as quiet or as powerful as it is – it can hold its own against fans that are twice the price ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/silentnight-airmax-pro360-pedestal-fan-review eDvLe9EqPxbgZFMHU4xxRb Tue, 12 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 Thu, 14 May 2026 11:33:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ Vonhaus' portable air conditioner put an end to my bedroom overheating at night — it cooled down the room in record time and will be a game-changer this summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/vonhaus-high-performance-portable-air-conditioner-900btu-review 6jgPHzVRGQzWTheWCThBXP Tue, 05 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:43:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry, regular dusters, this is the only tool I’m using to dust my house this hay fever season – and it’s cleaning expert-approved, too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/damp-dusting-for-pollen-proofing cNURAbm7tRvjpJSjLt4ViD Tue, 05 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This new budget dehumidifier is 'designed to keep your home feeling fresher and the air cleaner' – here's why I rate this compact, quiet, energy-efficient model ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/meacodry-arete-one-6l-dehumidifier-review 6CGoyRV3SPKPBG9qDuN58N Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 3 simple ways to get more out of your air purifier this spring – top tips to combat pollen, dust and other nasty allergens ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/ways-to-get-more-out-of-your-air-purifier meyMU6TFGQRE2LyiQ5gVmF Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This Vonhaus air circulator may be compact enough to easily fit on my bedside table, but it definitely packs a punch when it comes to power — it’s less than £50 too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/vonhaus-air-circulator-cooling-fan-review C47W292LyqtTkdZVAtRvVL Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Peak tree pollen season has arrived in the UK – how to keep your home’s air quality levels stable amidst the Met Office’s warnings ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/tree-pollen-air-quality-tips iDXqNgzqCgWfurqRYn2MTA Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Air purifiers can be confusing – but I tested a model that’s straightforward, easy to use and conveniently fits into your everyday life ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/levoit-vital-100s-smart-air-purifier-review Ni42swKX3DuZQVHugeY28h Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tried out this UK-designed smart dehumidifier – it dried my laundry in hours and tackled humidity in my home with ease ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/ebac-4850e-dehumidifier-review vmqM75WFYGs2ZQeTGyAMi4 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:38:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ Pro Breeze’s new hybrid fan has been helping to freshen up my home with its nifty scent pod, and I have high hopes that it’ll see me through a summer heatwave ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/pro-breeze-43in-hybrid-pedestal-fan-with-smart-app-review 8ZPwQ9iej3db8EUXD7ri6X Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 05 May 2026 16:18:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ It took me just two seconds to transform this wireless Duux fan from desktop to pedestal mode – it’s so light (and effective) I’m planning on taking it on holiday ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/duux-rize-fan-review QgxqM6bnVqucD7vAryNMKH Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:20:31 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 things that people with healthy air quality always have in their homes – clever (and affordable) ways to keep nasty pollutants out of the house ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/things-that-people-with-healthy-air-quality-always-have N5E6tTPrKZrnnUWfyYbg5M Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000 Thu, 14 May 2026 11:10:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ This Electriq dehumidifier and air purifier is a small, low-cost hero for damp homes, daily laundry and allergy season ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/electriq-20l-dehumidifier-and-air-purifier-cd20pro-le-review 6qR4yFhsWCqmdruvXMkgfh Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ How we test fans and portable air conditioners at Ideal Home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/how-we-test-fans-and-portable-air-conditioners zipop3mBLucEJ7GeK9ZH3X Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:16:16 +0000 <![CDATA[ This stylish, Scandi-inspired air purifier doubles up as a side table – and it’s ideal for open-plan spaces ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/blueair-blue-signature-air-purifier-review ZrS2pGEXNHqASv9t3Mqchc Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tested Meaco's new dehumidifier and its drying power seriously impressed me – it's got to be one of the best models out there right now for chilly UK homes ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/meaco-dd8l-pro-desiccant-dehumidifier-review UBoG5xQ7vPAbJx4Rc62EGR Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This budget dehumidifier has been designed for the UK climate and the damp issues we face – and it shows with its powerful damp-busting performance ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/devola-dv12l-dehumidifier-review jpcPkAyHxHjiyLG4f3Ht4M Sun, 22 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ I upgraded my basic fan to this quiet Meaco pedestal air circulator, and I’m kicking myself for not doing it sooner ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/meaco-meacofan-sefte-10-inch-pedestal-air-circulator-review qBYyzmgMwgK7UHRpcMkgk7 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:12:31 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a home energy expert and this is my foolproof way to choose the right kind of fan for your home, and why it shouldn’t just be a summer purchase ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/how-to-choose-a-fan KEnXvgHsZ36vGoKMmTzjTc Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I finally got my hands on Dyson’s first-ever ‘desktop’ air purifier – it proves size doesn’t matter when you’ve got the tech to back it up ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/dyson-hushjet-purifier-compact-review sb8ErjNXCNTtxVNxVkbzq9 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA’s stylish side table is hiding a clever secret – it’s a must-have if you want a clean and healthy home this spring ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/ikea-side-table-air-purifier-for-spring uy2MRfr6zP8B8asrfBs9CW Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:38:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ I was so impressed by how fast this Honeywell dehumidifier dried my laundry — and it only costs 6p an hour to run ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/honeywell-30l-dehumidifier Qeh643J4AbmdaxMa427887 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ Minky's clever moisture absorber finally tackled window condensation and mustiness in my bedroom – and it's only £25 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/minky-damp-guard-moisture-absorber HLKvEfjXESTdgbijWAoi8c Sun, 22 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This common airflow mistake could be causing damp patches behind your furniture, experts warn ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/common-cause-of-damp-patches-behind-furniture FuZqdQz9oGG2v7taemGuGF Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I asked the experts where to put your dehumidifier for the best results and they recommended these 5 places ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/best-places-to-put-a-dehumidifier n4YCdiHwf6a2mLGvwxQMQo Sun, 01 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I battle window condensation daily in our Victorian home – and this compact Debenhams dehumidifier is finally helping ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/debenhams-dehumidifier GfGZZQEJW6Xd8ddLHhLoPC Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:21:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ I didn’t think a £75 air purifier would make a difference in my family home – but it’s compact, quiet and surprisingly effective ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/coway-airmega-50-air-purifier-review XZMC9cU653cF38oK6nv8wE Sun, 25 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:33:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 simple ways to tell if your dehumidifier is *actually* doing its job according to experts – and what to do if it's not ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/how-to-tell-if-a-dehumidifier-is-working ngN8LoMUadYQRnReEBjHPZ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Your dehumidifier isn't always the answer in winter, experts warn – this is when not to use yours in the coldest months ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/when-not-to-use-a-dehumidifier-in-winter wqCZ5JQtrbYMheBsydetPU Sun, 11 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ You need to stop closing your window vents in winter – experts reveal you're doing more harm than good ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/should-you-close-window-vents-in-winter ZwHc5fbnKtuoVmtDXqYg5J Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Lidl is selling a £50 dehumidifier that’s a must-have for damp homes – run, don’t walk to get your hands on one ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/lidl-silentnight-airmax-200-2l-dehumidifier MWAZP6XZ4gQz4DyFDC3gWm Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This DREO Smart Dehumidifier is fast to setup, easy to use and reduces humidity in next to no time — and it's all possible with an app ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/dreo-smart-dehumidifier-512s-review iRZK6tvYpLbFJJzoatetdh Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA’S new £25 air quality sensor is selling out fast – it’s an easy way to make your home safer and healthier ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/ikea-alpstuga-air-quality-sensor 3GnpkVtBKu7Vc5X8w3SxRM Mon, 29 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The one spot that makes a dehumidifier better at stopping window condensation – experts reveal the ideal setup ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/where-to-place-a-dehumidifier-to-stop-window-condensation WvNyFykrghFnuY7Yy9t25F Sun, 21 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 3 reasons why you have condensation forming on the inside of your windows (and how to stop it) according to experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/what-causes-condensation-on-the-inside-of-windows uZH6KEYmBxsgM32bvhBLzn Sat, 20 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ My single-glazed windows were dripping wet every morning before I used these dehumidifier bags – they are a genius, low-cost fix ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/air-quality/dehumidifier-bags-for-window-condensation eRjyBVYGeaNgDnH4my6BFG Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000