Air Quality
Air Quality advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Air Quality
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Air purifier vs dehumidifier - which should you buy for a happy and healthy home?
They’re both so different, but is one better than the other?
By Lauren Bradbury
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The clever air purifier helped ease my daughter's tickly night-time cough so she could sleep better this cold and flu season
Bedtime is a lot calmer too
By Jenny McFarlane
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Aldi's £39.99 dehumidifier is a must-have for damp homes – it will tackle condensation and help dry laundry faster indoors this winter
Don't miss this bargain winter essential
By Jenny McFarlane
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I've tested multiple portable air conditioners and here's what I'd look out for before buying one
This is everything you need to make the right decision
By Jenny McFarlane
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How to stop condensation in a windowless bathroom once and for all – these simple expert tips will prevent mould and damp developing
No steamy windows? No problem
By Jenny McFarlane
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Lidl is selling a dehumidifier with a dedicated laundry mode to dry clothes faster – it's half the price of similar models
You won't find a similar version at a lower price than this
By Rebecca Knight
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Experts want you to do this one thing if you’re using an air purifier or dehumidifier this autumn
When you think about it, it makes total sense
By Lauren Bradbury
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This hack will prevent condensation build-up on your windows – and it won’t cost you a penny!
And what to do if your house is too old to take advantage of it
By Rebecca Lawton
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I just spotted a huge £85 saving on the Meaco Arete Two dehumidifier and air purifier – the best dehumidifier Ideal Home experts have tested
Don't miss this deal on the dehumidifier we've rated the best
By Jenny McFarlane
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These simple mistakes could be why your dehumidifier isn't working properly – and here's how to avoid them
Are you using your dehumidifier all wrong?
By Jenny McFarlane
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I live in an old Victorian house, and these are the things I’m doing *now* to future-proof it from damp
They're small changes that will make a big difference
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested a new Dyson air purifier that will also humidify and cool your home – it’s improved my home’s air quality *and* my dry skin
Dyson’s air purifiers have always been impressive, but this one offers even more benefits
By Lauren Bradbury
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I've selected the top dehumidifiers for banishing damp and drying laundry fast – tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Alongside the team of in-house experts, I've selected the best dehumidifiers from Meaco, Pro Breeze, and more
By Jenny McFarlane
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Experts urge anyone with a fireplace to do this one thing before winter for the health and safety of their family
Firing up your fireplace or log burner this month? You'll want to do this
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested an affordable alternative to Dyson's all-in-one fan, heater and air purifier and was seriously impressed
Is this affordable Dyson hot+cool fan alternative as good as the real deal?
By Zoë Phillimore
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The essential piece of kit you need to buy when investing in a portable air conditioner – experts say it makes all the difference
Everything you need to know before buying and fitting a portable air conditioner window kit...
By Jenny McFarlane
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Experts reveal the best place to put a fan to save money on your energy bills and cool a room fast
Get the most out of your fan
By Kezia Reynolds
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I bought the viral fan that fakes the cooling effect of an air conditioner – it's the only thing saving me in this heat
The science backs it up, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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I've selected the best dehumidifiers under £100 – 6 tried and tested affordable solutions to combat damp in your home
Our expert reviewers have tried and tested the cheapest dehumidifiers from ProBreeze, Russell Hobbs, and more, to find the budget dehumidifiers that still get the job done
By Jenny McFarlane
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I’ve spotted an epic Shark indoor-outdoor fan deal you don’t want to miss – the 4-in-1 misting fan is a heatwave hero
Shhh, don't tell anyone else...
By Lauren Bradbury
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I'm buying three immediately – Shark has flipped the script on everything I thought I knew about air purifiers with its new colourful releases
The compact size makes it perfect for desks and small spaces, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts say this dehumidifier 'cooling' hack could be backfiring on your energy bills and hiking them up
Using your dehumidifier on its own to help your home feel cooler might not be worth it...
By Jenny McFarlane
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Does an air purifier cool a room? The experts share what they can and can't do for those looking to beat the heat this summer
There is an alternative to consider, though
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested the best air purifiers against smoke, cooking smells and everyday allergens – these are the 6 I'd pick for a healthy home
The best air purifiers for improving indoor air quality, as tested by the Ideal Home team
By Lauren Bradbury
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This quiet little dehumidifier and air purifier is the perfect addition to any small utility space – it tackled drying my laundry in a breeze
It's small but mighty and perfect for family homes
By Jenny McFarlane
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I tested Blueair’s ‘smallest smart air purifier’ for two weeks in my home — it’s a quiet powerhouse for cleaner air
For under £130, it’s a solid all-rounder
By Katie Sims
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How do portable air conditioners work? Experts break down how they cool a room and what features to look out for if you're considering buying one
Everything you need to know before buying one...
By Jenny McFarlane


