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Home Appliances advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
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The best portable air conditioners for cooling and beating humidity
I've selected the top portable air conditioners to keep you cool this summer – and there's one to suit every budget
By Jenny McFarlane
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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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Steam cleaning is my favourite way to deep-clean my carpets – this is how to do it in 6 easy steps
Steam cleaners are this year’s hottest appliance (literally)
By Lauren Bradbury
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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 put Hoover’s new £270 robot vacuum and mop to the test – it’s perfect for hands-free cleans
It's ultra-slim and budget-friendly
By Lauren Bradbury
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Rylan’s sleek washing machine set-up is hiding a genius solution to make laundry day twice as fast
His double washing machine will make quick work of laundry day
By Maddie Balcombe
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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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I put this steam-powered spot cleaner to work on carpets, sofas and even the kids' mucky trainers — my busy family home has never been so clean
I didn't expect results this good
By Rebecca Lawton
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Experts reveal how long a vacuum cleaner should *actually* last – and the 4 things drastically reducing its lifespan
These are the things to keep an eye out for
By Lauren Bradbury
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It takes a lot to impress me as an expert vacuum tester – but Gtech’s one-and-only stick vacuum won me over
And it's a bargain at just £299
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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I’m a lazy cleaner, but the best vacuum mops offer twice the clean with half the effort — and after testing, these are my top 3 picks
I'm a little obsessed with vacuum mops, and these three have won me over more than most
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts advise UK households to unplug these appliances as thunderstorms are set to hit
If lightning is due to strike, protect these appliances just in case and here's why
By Jenny McFarlane
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I tried Lenor’s Crease Release Spray on my bedding – it's safe to say that I won't be ironing my sheets any time soon
Crease spray is the quick, easy trick for fresher, less crumpled-looking bedding
By Katie Sims
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I swear by clothes steaming – and Aldi's £14.99 handheld steamer is a total laundry lifesaver
Get your hands on one quick snap...
By Jenny McFarlane
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Who said Tefal only sells pots and pans? I tested their newest vacuum mop, and it’s a game-changer for messy homes
It has the longest run time I've ever come across
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to unclog a vacuum hose — the simple appliance maintenance trick you need to know for a long-lasting appliance
Avoid calling in the professionals by learning how to unclog a vacuum hose at home
By Holly Cockburn
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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 AC
If you have sash windows, you need to know this 'natural air conditioning' trick
By Rebecca Knight
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7 things you should never vacuum up — experts reveal the worst offenders that will ruin your appliance
We've all done it, but we shouldn't
By Katie Sims
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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 competitors
It's small but mighty
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl is selling a £70 cordless vacuum cleaner with a ‘secret’ cleaning function – and I predict it’ll fly off the shelves this week
The middle of Lidl has done it again
By Lauren Bradbury
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6 common fan mistakes that are making you feel hotter — and how to avoid them, according to experts
Make 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 either
You don't want to miss out on this nifty hack
By Kezia Reynolds
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Aldi's new £100 robot vacuum also sweeps and mops – it's a time-saving must-have for spotless floors
Save on time and money
By Kezia Reynolds