Laundry
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Can you leave a heated clothes airer on overnight? It’s possible, but only if you follow these expert-approved safety tips
You need to check a few things first
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Dry iron vs steam iron - which should you buy?
We weigh up the key differences between dry and steam irons, so you can decide which your laundry pile needs
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Is ceramic or stainless steel better for irons? The pros and cons of the two soleplate materials
Ceramic v stainless steel: which iron plate lessons the laundry load more efficiently?
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Why is my steam iron leaking water? 5 possible causes and how to prevent it, according to experts
How to troubleshoot your appliance
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6 mistakes you're making while ironing your clothes - what experts say you should be doing instead
Streamline the process by steering clear of these no-nos
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Make laundry day a breeze, with the Haier X Series 11 at AO
The A-rated Haier laundry range designed to make your life simpler, available at the click of a button from AO
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Lakeland's popular Dry:Soon heated airer just got a game-changing upgrade - a first-look at the new model
We take a first look at Lakeland's new Dry:Soon Tri:Mode – and it's perfect for families
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This clever trick using tin foil should make ironing faster and easier
Ironing can be especially laborious, so any way we can make it easier, we will
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We put the Dupray Neat steam cleaner through its paces in a busy family household with a lot of mucky paws around
We put the Dupray Neat steam cleaner through its paces and assess its cleaning capabilities in a busy family household with a lot of mucky paws around
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5 things you should never clean with a steam cleaner - and what to use instead
Steam cleaning these things could result in serious damage 5 things you should never clean with a steam cleaner - and what to use instead
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5 things you didn't know you could clean with a steam cleaner – but experts say you really should be
A steam cleaner is a lot more versatile than you may think
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Steaming vs ironing - which is better for your clothes and which works harder to tackle the wrinkles?
All the pros and cons you need to know about in the divisive steaming vs ironing debate to help you make the best choice
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7 heated clothes airer mistakes that could be doubling your drying time and energy bills
Are you using your heated airer all wrong?
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Are heated clothes airers expensive to run? How much it costs to dry laundry on a heated dryer
We've worked out how much it costs to run a heated clothes airer and how to save on running costs
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Lakeland is offering a special deal on its best-selling heated airers (which are rarely on sale)
They're a fan-favourite winter buy for a good reason
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Minky's new game-changing gadget turns any drying rack into a heated clothes airer – our editors are lining up to try it
Minky’s new clothes-drying system is a game changer, turning any drying rack into a heated clothes airer
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The laundry essential that's taking Instagram by storm – we predict this will be an autumn bestseller
Our editors already swear by the brand
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Public service announcement: Lakeland heated clothes airers are now in stock, run don't walk
Missed out on the cult favourite last year? Now's your chance to shop one now or regret it later
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Looking to dry your clothes faster? We've found your next secret weapon for laundry day
Dry:Soon’s first foldable heated airer has entered the chat and it is a lifesaver for small homes
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I tried this TikTok hack on my heated clothes airer and it halved drying times
'I found the bedsheet clothes airer hack really effective – a double sheet fits nicely over the one I have'
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Are wood burning stoves bad for the environment? The truth revealed
We spoke to the experts to get to the bottom about of whether wood burning stoves really are as damning as rumoured
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Small laundry room ideas – create a hardworking space for laundry
All it takes is careful planning and a stylish look to make sure small is both beautiful and practical
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Laundry room ideas – banish those washday blues with the perfect space
Get on top of the family’s washing with a hard-working laundry room, whatever size you’re working with
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Utility room vs laundry room - how to decide which is right for you
Confused about the difference between a utility room and a laundry room? Our guide will help you pick the best one for your home
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Ewbank Steam Dynamo steam cleaner review
We tried out the Ewbank Steam Dynamo to see how this compact and affordable cleaner could handle a multitude of cleaning jobs
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Best clothes steamers – 9 buys to de-crease your clothes with ease
The very best clothes steamers as tried, tested and loved by the Ideal Home team. From Philips to Tefal and Fridja, all of the best models are right here.
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Polti Vaporetto Smart 100_B PTGB0077 steam cleaner review
Our writer put the Polti Vaporetto Smart 100_B to the test
