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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This Philips air purifier has made my home cleaner than ever – it's smart, stylish and a solid all-rounderIt's very energy-efficient, too
By Katie Sims
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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 seasonBedtime 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 winterDon'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 oneThis 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 developingNo 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 modelsYou 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 autumnWhen 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 used to love lighting candles until I saw what they were doing to my home’s air quality – these are the changes I’m making to reverse the damageWhy I've stopped burning candles the 'normal' way
By Lauren Bradbury
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These simple mistakes could be why your dehumidifier isn't working properly – and here's how to avoid themAre 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 dampThey'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 skinDyson’s air purifiers have always been impressive, but this one offers even more benefits
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts urge anyone with a fireplace to do this one thing before winter for the health and safety of their familyFiring 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 impressedIs 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 differenceEverything 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 fastGet 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 heatThe science backs it up, too
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 releasesThe 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 upUsing your dehumidifier on its own to help your home feel cooler might not be worth it...
By Jenny McFarlane
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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 breezeIt'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 airFor 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 oneEverything you need to know before buying one...
By Jenny McFarlane
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'I've been opening my windows wrong all this time!' This smart trick is the fastest way to cool down a room in the evening without ACIf you have sash windows, you need to know this 'natural air conditioning' trick
By Rebecca Knight
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This £29 IKEA buy has drastically reduced the amount of dust in my home – and it’s £100s cheaper than its competitorsIt's small but mighty
By Lauren Bradbury
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6 common fan mistakes that are making you feel hotter — and how to avoid them, according to expertsMake your fan work smarter, not harder
By Rebecca Lawton
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If you have a hot, stuffy home, then you need to try the 'wind tunnel' cooling hack - it doesn't cost a penny eitherYou don't want to miss out on this nifty hack
By Kezia Reynolds


