<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in Home-appliances ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/home-appliances Sat, 09 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Lidl is selling a robot vacuum cleaner for under £60 – it’s the most affordable model I’ve ever seen ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/lidl-silvercrest-robot-vacuum-cleaner-2026 3QHr3of6hEgpM3EF3u6vin Sat, 09 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I thought Shark’s new robot vacuum cleaner would be a gimmick – but it quickly proved me wrong (and now I can’t stop using it) ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/shark-powerdetect-uv-reveal-2-in-1-robot-vacuum-review FUidCE4tCtGpchcBeb57di Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 +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 <![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[ I’ve tested so many robot vacuums that they’ve started to merge together – but Roborock’s new flagship model definitely stands out from the crowd ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/roborock-saros-20-robot-vacuum-review 3cFoEGHJcvybRvepTHmEgd Sun, 03 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[ Dyson has just solved the biggest problem I have with cordless vacuums – meet their first self-emptying vacuum cleaner ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/dyson-v10-konical-and-auto-empty-dok-launch rd2dR2tqrihD4MvzM3uW8J Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:15:35 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tested a new cordless vacuum from an under-the-radar brand in my chaotic family home – it's smart, sleek, and its edge cleaning is a game-changer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/dreame-v20-pro-cordless-stick-vacuum-review 6RyMc3XXBw9NdsPta8fG99 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +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[ How we test steam cleaners and mops at Ideal Home – the exact review process we follow and what we look for in a 5-star model ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/how-we-test-steam-cleaners-and-mops ydynBhcFNPY9SkT5ieLDHc Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ My sparkling floors always get so many compliments – these are the two appliances I have to thank for that (and which one I think is better) ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/steam-mop-vs-vacuum-mop VaEQMmACAH6NnQPH6yd8Sg Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +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 tested Dyson's newest (and most affordable) wet floor cleaner – the performance won me over, but there's a catch ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/dyson-pencilwash-wet-floor-cleaner-review sLYfNfwFAFf92dfLwLXyPE Sun, 12 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[ I tested a ‘smart’ carpet cleaner that leaves floors usable again in under half an hour – it’s lightweight, powerful and seriously convenient ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/cleaning/tineco-carpet-one-cruiser-smart-carpet-cleaner-review 7JFia4s9U3gwjpwMGhHksj Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +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 <![CDATA[ Dunelm is selling a space-saving laundry basket that is perfect for small homes – this one clever feature sets it apart from the rest ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/laundry/dunelm-collapsible-wall-large-laundry-basket VxJuwS4vNBKYKDRSSLknxA Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Finally! Shark has released an auto-empty cordless vacuum cleaner suitable for smaller homes – and it’s a game-changer for pet owners ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/shark-powerdetect-speed-clean-and-empty-pet-pro-ia3241ukt-review eaZmdnWqANoY5p5yi4b3iT Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +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[ Sorry, Shark and Dyson! I tested a new cordless vacuum cleaner that’s given the big brands a serious run for their money ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/halo-capsule-xr-cordless-vacuum-cleaner-review HhBjrnicLrsX5ADjUmkun3 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:49:09 +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[ I don’t have the space to store a full-size carpet cleaner in my small home – this is how I refresh my carpets for spring without one ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/how-i-refresh-my-carpets-without-a-carpet-cleaner PnX3wwscf6Bz4gRx4UBcqj Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +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[ I used this heated spot cleaner to refresh all the floors and upholstery in my home – it tackles stains in seconds, and I’m seriously impressed ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/halo-hotspot-heated-spot-washer-review 4XAEGrcGc7PQsRvmaScB3V Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +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[ My nan convinced me to swap my high-tech vacuum for this old-school alternative – it’s £100s cheaper and so easy to use ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/gtech-carpet-sweeper-first-try eR9af5U5dYDkcTBAEGDKQo Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I let Eufy’s newest robot vacuum loose in my busy family home – this is how it navigated scattered toys and messy mealtimes ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/eufy-robot-vacuum-omni-c28-review Eu3t6ni4y9R5k6sxxhYrRV Sun, 15 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:45 +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[ As a robot vacuum cleaner convert, this is my one piece of advice for anyone buying their first robot vacuum this spring ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/first-time-robot-vacuum-purchase-advice kNF5wzvW8NvqBXcFzDfP7Q Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I swapped my expensive Shark vacuum mop for this budget-friendly alternative – it’s £150 cheaper but still does a stellar job ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/beldray-all-in-one-multi-surface-floor-cleaner-review wZZ3n8Do7RzJcGDuyd3hnf Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ I hate doing laundry, but this clever laundry basket from Dunelm makes the process faster – it's easy to store in tiny homes, too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/laundry/dunelm-collapsible-laundry-basket-with-wheels kn3kkZ9WKywCZ6GCzL3pEU Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +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[ This simple yet annoying laundry drying mistake could be ruining your clothes – laundry experts reveal the clever tweaks to prevent it ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/laundry/laundry-drying-mistake-to-avoid a8rVSXL5WyhnNygQeLLwe7 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:17:57 +0000 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:41:51 +0000 <![CDATA[ How we test carpet cleaners – the exact review process we follow and the key features we look for in a 5-star model ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/how-we-test-carpet-cleaners Bfxp7MvNaCo7sKDyu44bzA Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:05:15 +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 tested Dyson’s newest (and most hygienic) hard floor cleaner – but this is why I’m sticking with their older model ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/dyson-clean-and-wash-hygiene-hard-floor-cleaner-review AREufXQzvPZyXvnvN94MTm Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:45 +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[ I was one of the first to try out the Shark EveryMess – this is the good, the bad, and the ugly you need to know before you buy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/shark-everymess-carpet-cleaner-first-try U5eAMfcQT53owgarzGEdPT Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +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[ I knew this handheld vacuum cleaner meant business from the moment I started testing – it’s a powerful, compact dust-buster ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/black-and-decker-dustbuster-pivot-handheld-vacuum-cleaner-review 9gm6chCQjwCQgY64Wm7Fmj Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ Households urged to follow the 30-minute laundry rule in winter – say goodbye to musty washing ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/laundry/30-minute-laundry-rule 3BgnNFMU7BZutByMkKxpCh Sun, 22 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Finally! Dyson is releasing an *affordable* wet floor cleaner that won’t break the bank – and it’ll be more manoeuvrable than ever ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/dyson-pencilwash-first-look cBM7qCAqu7eiEiatMff8eR Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Flipping brilliant! I tested Shark’s dual-sided steam mop – it’s a no-fuss design that delivers impressive results ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/floorcare/shark-klik-n-flip-automatic-steam-mop-s6003uk-review phzREtMBP3uf6mckLSWEXT Sun, 15 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Stacey Solomon has shared the bargain buy she uses to dry bedding when it’s raining outside – no tumble dryer required! ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/laundry/stacey-solomon-spiral-sheet-hanger-hack Rhik8FRUWrcQuxzdnztkRT Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000