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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Does an air purifier cool a room? The experts have bad news for those looking to beat the heat this summer
There is an alternative to consider, though
By Lauren Bradbury
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The best fans for cooling down quickly – we've tried and tested bestselling options to find the best fan for the bedroom, living room, and more
The best fans for cooling down quickly – we've tried and tested bestselling options to find the best fan for the bedroom, living room, and out and about
By Amy Lockwood
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Are desiccant dehumidifiers better? Experts explain how they work and whether they're the right choice for your home
With different types of dehumidifiers out there, which is the best?
By Jullia Joson
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I tested the Dupray Bloom Air Purifier that doubles up as a planter or accent table - it's as pretty as it is effective
Our Dupray Bloom Air Purifier review tests out this genius design and finds it's a stylish all-rounder
By Jenny McFarlane
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Air conditioner vs dehumidifier – experts explain the differences and which is best for cooling your home
Which is the right appliance for your home?
By Jullia Joson
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6 desk fans that actually help cool you down and beat the heat this summer
Our top picks to keep cool while you're in office mode
By Jullia Joson
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Will a fan help a dehumidifier? Experts say this underrated pairing is the secret to keeping cool this summer
Maximise your appliance's performance and stay cool at the same time
By Jullia Joson
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Are Dyson fans worth it? Here's what you need to know about the coveted summer essential before investing
Is the premium price tag justifiable?
By Jullia Joson
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What causes an air purifier to stop working? 6 common reasons and how to avoid them, according to appliance experts
It pays to understand how to identify issues with this home investment
By Jullia Joson
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Which type of air purifier is best for you? Experts explain the key differences between the most popular filtration methods
Air purifiers, demystified
By Jullia Joson
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6 things I wish I knew before buying an air purifier
Key considerations to know before making the investment
By Jullia Joson
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How much does it cost to run a portable air conditioner?
We've done the calculations and worked out how much portable ACs cost to run under the latest energy price cap
By Katie Sims
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Blueair Blue Pure 511 Air Purifier review: tried and tested
Our Blueair Blue Pure 511 Air Purifier review tests out the brand's first sub-£100 air purifier to see if it can deliver great performance at an affordable price point
By Amy Lockwood
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How we test air purifiers at Ideal Home
We've put multiple air purifiers through Ideal Home's testing process to find the best-in-class. Here's how we do it.
By Amy Lockwood
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Does an air purifier help hay fever? Yes, but only if you choose the right air purifier
See ya later, hay fever
By Lauren Bradbury
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Why does my air purifier smell? And what to do about it, according to experts
There are 5 possible reasons why...
By Lauren Bradbury
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Dreading hay fever season? This pollen-fighting air purifier now has nearly £200 off
I review air purifiers for a living, and this Philips air purifier deal will save you nearly £200 on one of the best I've tested
By Amy Lockwood
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Philips 3000i Series AC3033/30 Connected Air Purifier review –tried and tested
Our Philips 3000i Series AC3033/30 Connected Air Purifier review tests out the brand's most powerful air filter and finds it fast, responsive, and easy to use
By Amy Lockwood
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How long should you let a dehumidifier run? Experts reveal the sweet spot to combat damp in your home for good
The answer might surprise you
By Jullia Joson
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Dehumidifier vs moisture absorber - which one do you need in your home?
There’s a clear winner if you want to prevent damp and mould
By Lauren Bradbury
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ElectriQ 12L Dehumidifier review – tried and tested
Our ElectriQ 12L Dehumidifier review puts this affordable compressor dehumidifier through its paces and discovers it's a brilliant buy that won't break the bank
By Rachael Penn
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Duux Bora Smart 20L Dehumidifier review – tried and tested
Our Duux Bora Smart 20L Dehumidifier review finds that a built-in carbon filter means this dehumidifier doesn't just remove moisture, but odours too
By Rachael Penn
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Pro Breeze 30L High Capacity Smart Dehumidifier review – tried and tested
Our Pro Breeze 30L High Capacity Smart Dehumidifier review puts one of the most powerful dehumidifiers on the market to the test. Here's why we recommend it for major damp problems
By Rachael Penn
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Does an air purifier stop mould? Experts answer the question we’ve all been asking
They have good news and bad news
By Lauren Bradbury
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Does an air purifier stop dust? We asked the experts, and they have good news
Is there anything an air purifier can’t do?
By Lauren Bradbury
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A budget air purifier that offers basic functionality at an affordable price point
Our Beko ATP5100I Air Purifier review puts this affordable air purifer through its paces to see if a budget price tag makes up for limited functionality
By Amy Lockwood
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AEG AX91-604GY Connected Air Purifier review – tried and tested
Our AEG AX91-604GY Connected Air Purifier review tests out this stylish Smart design and finds it's a great option for improving air quality in large or open-plan rooms
By Amy Lockwood