<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in Heating ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/home-energy/heating Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Thought the arrival of spring meant you could forget about your boiler for a bit? Me too — but the experts told me that now is actually the ideal time to give it some TLC ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/boiler-service-in-spring pADUE9fucVc57VfxUxCb47 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Log burner getting too hot, too cold, not lighting properly? I asked the pros about the most common stove problems and how to fix them ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/common-problems-with-log-burning-stoves YUywU8Qb6UP8bhqAD5UsAG Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m impressed that this quiet Daewoo oil-filled heater continues kicking out heat for hours after it’s been turned off — it’s ideal when I’m working from home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/daewoo-2500w-oil-filled-heater-review CGUdfVLSmCnfqZYyjmKfRQ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ This ProBreeze heater finally changed my opinion of oil-filled radiators – turns out they are not the old-fashioned relics I once thought they were ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/probreeze-omniwarm-2500w-oil-filled-11-fins-eco-radiator-review QgzX2CULeMQVQC6qyGMf2a Sun, 22 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ How many hours a day should your heating be on in spring? I asked heating pros for the ideal schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-many-hours-a-day-should-your-heating-be-on-in-spring xv95zwfdxYG3rRyhKSwznK Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This dual purpose fan and heater combo has helped me maintain the ideal temperature at home, despite the changeable weather outside ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/russell-hobbs-bladeless-fan-with-cool-and-heat-function-review yibh2xkqfAcuXStDY93Xvk Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ I was seriously impressed with this Dreo electric heater — I think it’s the best value for money on the market right now ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/dreo-atom-316-ceramic-fan-heater-review mtWyTxbWGZk3tjJtRqx8hA Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:33:59 +0000 <![CDATA[ How we test electric heaters and oil-filled radiators at Ideal Home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-we-test-electric-heaters-and-oil-filled-radiators kD3exGLS2Ucgw6pQuyGMmW Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ How do oil-filled radiators actually work? This is what the pros told me, including how long they stay warm after they’ve been switched off ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-do-oil-filled-radiators-work 2KpTPsdpfmjVumPYJ7E9KT Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a home heating expert, and this is how long you should have your electric heater on for, and how long is too long ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-long-should-an-electric-heater-be-on-for mcYdyQB8uLwwWZPxmbZD5G Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The simplicity of this £15 electric heater won’t be for everyone, but if you want something fuss-free for a small room, it’ll get the job done ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/abode-horizontal-and-vertical-fan-heater-review L4gYpHHSZtG5R6MQ63GhCn Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ Trust me, as someone who reviews electric heaters for a living, these 6 questions will help you choose the right type of heater for your home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-to-choose-the-right-electric-heater c8r7TYn94omjecamJcor2F Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:29:53 +0000 <![CDATA[ Thanks to this electric fan heater I’ve hit the sweet spot between staying warm and cosy but my electricity bills haven't gone through the roof ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/morphy-richards-heatflux-ultra-thin-2kw-ceramic-tower-fan-heater-review me37iy5nVTggnkUqBrzcE Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ I love the look of a log burner, but don’t want the hassle or expense of installing one — this beautiful electric heater is the alternative I’ve been searching for ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/vonhaus-electric-stove-and-log-store-review eLUU4bxUwwaFxPtMZTuhYe Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ This is how long your oil-filled radiator should last and how you can make it last longer, according to the pros ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-long-do-oil-filled-radiators-last deT7XnxPpPNyQHkfGzcDNb Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:40:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I asked the pros whether smart electric heaters are actually worth the additional cost, and I’m not surprised by the answer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/are-smart-electric-heaters-worth-it ZWhEyNJrW7SNxLYc9ywoBe Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ A badly positioned electric heater will never heat a room effectively – here are the best spots in the room to ensure you benefit from it the most ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/best-place-to-position-an-electric-heater GQJTL4ivFwF2sU8kUpyBbk Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Thought all oil-filled radiators were old-fashioned? Not anymore – these modern options offer a far more stylish heating solution ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/modern-alternatives-to-oil-filled-radiators EZACCnj4PHKEd4uX6r3Gi6 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve tried both oil-filled radiators and electric heaters — this is how they really differ, and why one will be more suitable for you than the other ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/difference-between-electric-heaters-and-oil-filled-radiators SL33sdp5eBL7c4YXmVXDWQ Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:15:16 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is an oil-filled radiator suitable for a large room? Experts say they can be, provided you get this one thing right when buying one ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/are-oil-filled-radiators-suitable-for-large-rooms MoAuj3aNoT6QfX8XE9uX3j Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:12:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 ways to make your oil-filled radiator more efficient and avoid wasting energy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-to-use-an-oil-filled-radiator-more-efficiently jwjdxqePsYXrSP8N7ednnQ Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:18:12 +0000 <![CDATA[ Experts are urging people to avoid these 4 popular social media heating hacks, warning they will do more harm than good ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/social-media-heating-hacks-to-avoid HDHa4DXUZqeAqh5t654Wsb Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:15:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ If you want a smart electric heater that will work in every room of your home, including the bathroom, then I might have just tested the ideal option ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/mill-wifi-max-1500w-heater-review MhpQZMy7fcWQypxcWuxMH4 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ This is what I did when my radiators stopped working when it was sub-zero outside — and I didn’t need to call a pro ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/what-i-did-when-my-radiators-stopped-working Ue6raSyFbSrdSy5QSShz2G Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Have you tried 'zoned heating'? Heating experts are recommending this easy and efficient method to keep your home warm in winter ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/zoned-heating-method G2i5FbH3PyhqaDibwSdxpY Sat, 10 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Lidl’s bladeless fan heater is more than £300 cheaper than Dyson – it’s perfect for helping you beat the freeze this January ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/lidl-tronic-bladeless-fan-heater-vs-dyson a6PaoGr6xgZkoT8geBHyPm Wed, 07 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:53:14 +0000 <![CDATA[ 6 signs your heating system is crying out for a service, and why it’s best not to wait until you spot them before doing the essential maintenance ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/signs-your-heating-needs-servicing mivG4gHQLN5WGyZXNRgZm3 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:17:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 5 signs your boiler is about to stop working and how to fix the issue before it packs up this winter ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/signs-your-boiler-is-about-to-stop-working kSiFqnxFRSRxyuJxYWsv4C Fri, 02 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ These 4 culprits are why your home has hot and cold spots, but fortunately, there’s usually an easy fix ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/why-your-home-has-hot-and-cold-spots hJDrKE66QzZULcubcZ8wRS Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Instead of having the heating on all day long, I complement my heating schedule with this one thing that keeps me cosy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/one-thing-i-use-to-stay-cosy-without-the-heating-on-all-day crPYJFZb9UJv98DctqabzZ Sun, 21 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ These are the 7 ways I'm trying to keep my 110-year old house warm this winter – all without turning on the central heating ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-i-will-keep-my-110-year-old-house-warm-without-central-heating KtE8m2FdEMqWnZ9vCd8vQ8 Sun, 14 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:54:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ Nobody told me there's a specific order your should bleed your radiators in — I've been doing it wrong for years without realising, and I bet I'm not alone ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/correct-order-to-bleed-radiators 7pzFoSJCqVqUvWKTjw4VJk Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0000 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:47:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 5 things people with always warm and cosy homes have – beat the chill and stock up on these essentials ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/things-people-with-always-warm-homes-have BQCDKy9QWdPUEKVZVwbqBB Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 8 simple things I do to make my old house feel warmer once winter hits — and they'll work for you too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/simple-things-that-make-my-old-house-warmer UdFDgjeFTzfcJZShJHJRCS Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 7 ways you've been using your thermostat wrong (and it's been costing you money) — this is what heating experts say to do instead ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/thermostat-mistakes-to-avoid bUTLkaFHxZyKyqaeTYFYhM Sat, 29 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:04:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ How many hours a day should your heating be on right now? I asked the pros for a heating schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-many-hours-a-day-should-heating-be-on 4PiffJ9A4Qsfy8CrgeT66D Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:49:17 +0000 <![CDATA[ I used to struggle to keep my open plan layout warm in winter — but these 4 methods now keep it cosy all day long ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-i-heat-my-open-plan-living-kitchen-diner 9Pk4aRiPZeSLx9XB9BwkSE Sun, 23 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Homeowners urged to check hot water bottles expiry date now – you could be putting your family at risk if you don’t ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-to-check-a-hot-water-bottle-is-safe-to-use fLdpzSsETUWdAsR4D4WnXJ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA is selling heat pumps now and I am here for it — this is everything you need to know about the eco-friendly offering ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/ikea-x-aira-heat-pumps DPRaDcY9W9Ug7KsqgYWyM5 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This is the easy heating trick that I'm using to keep my home damp and mould-free this winter ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/the-heating-hack-i-am-trying-to-keep-my-home-damp-free-this-winter 72fp2FKHQp2GcBqpqUgSBD Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 4 types of wood you should never use in a wood-burner – or risk a £1,000 fine this winter ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/wood-you-should-never-use-in-a-wood-burner iwtPEdPv67HPJQvcstAUUG Sun, 09 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:52:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Shark has turned the fan that prevented my ‘sleep divorce’ into a heater for winter – these are my honest thoughts on the upgrade ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/shark-turboblade-cool-and-heat-th200uk-review F58LrSZbc5kExfxB4ZavcB Mon, 03 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ Lidl is selling an oil-filled radiator for under £30 – it’s a game-changer for keeping you warm this winter ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/lidl-tronic-oil-filled-radiator gaXsGtPnL2hMHRJUKnc4rK Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tested one of the most stylish oil-filled radiators you can buy – it’s a game-changer for keeping my home warm and cosy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/duux-edge-2000w-oil-filled-radiator-review 6pShTrZj832FzMkdSZXsh6 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ I didn’t realise these 3 home decor choices were increasing my heating bills – I'm changing them ASAP to save money this winter ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/home-decor-choices-increasing-my-heating-bills sd89hQ9KgfGWC44rkpRFKF Fri, 24 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I used this electric heater for three weeks instead of turning the heating on – it’s powerful, portable and surprisingly quiet ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/dreo-smart-whole-room-heater-714s-review HJ7aLP4MGDqADK2AriVAg Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Heating experts want you to put this one item above your radiators this winter to heat up a room quickly and efficiently ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/benefits-of-radiator-shelves RLBkmniuDSoJ7k2FtFdbH5 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ These are the 5 things I wish someone had told me before buying an electric heater – it would have saved me a lot of chilly nights ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/things-i-wish-i-knew-before-buying-an-electric-heater zEp7kuxBd38xLNQppRhaUj Tue, 21 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:00:32 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi is selling a £9.99 heating essential that will save you from sky-high energy bills – it’s a game-changer for staying warm on a budget ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/aldi-oscillating-ceramic-tower-heater WaFybMFKwxrui5RZnUaET7 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:00:00 +0000 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:36:12 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tested Dyson's Hot+Cool heater fan and it's the only heater and fan combo you'll need all year-round ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/dyson-hot-cool-hf1-fan-heater-review wx6yAB29vmXNx9XD9mB3zY Sun, 19 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:38 +0000