Home Appliances
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The 4 laundry items you should never dry on a washing line — or risk damaging your wardrobe for good
Think before you peg
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I tried Lakeland's small but mighty dehumidifier in my windowless bathroom – it's a moisture zapping game changer
And it's only £24.99
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Blueair's new 3-in-1 appliance can purify, heat or cool a room — this is why I think it's well worth the investment after testing it for a month
Relatively small yet hugely impressive — this multi-functional air purifier won me over
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Lidl's budget bladeless fan is back and it's a summer heatwave steal – run, don't walk to pick one up before it sells out
You can buy it in stores right now
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Hoover's new vacuum is one of the cheapest models on the market — and after testing, I can also say it's one of the most powerful
At £199, I didn't expect Hoover's upright model to pack such a punch
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I tested a £160 Beldray vacuum to see if it could compete with my expensive Dyson — I was way more impressed than I thought I would be
The suction, easy-to-use features and £159 price tag won me over
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I’m an expert vacuum tester, but these are the 5 things I wish I knew before buying a Dyson vacuum
If you’re struggling to justify the higher price tag, you'll want to know this too
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How to get wrinkles out of clothes without an iron – 5 alternative methods that will get your clothes crease-free
Creased clothes don't always need an iron - try these hacks instead
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Does an air purifier help hay fever? Yes, but only if you choose the right model (and use it in the right way)
See ya later, hay fever
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Bissell’s new CrossWave model is the ultimate 2-in-1 appliance – I now use it more than my regular vacuum cleaner
Its innovative edge-cleaning technology won me over, too
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Experts warn that vacuuming this one type of flooring could cause irreparable (and costly) damage — this is how you should *actually* be cleaning it
It might be time to retire your vacuum
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I ditched my ironing board for this clever Joseph Joseph mat – and it’s perfect for small homes
This £35 mat is a gamechanger for ironing and steaming alike
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The 3 air conditioner mistakes that are ramping up your electricity bill – and experts reveal the ways to avoid them
They're easy to fix when you know how
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Bosch’s brand-new vacuum is the most powerful model I’ve ever tested — but it comes at a cost that won’t suit quick and easy carpet cleaning
The Bosch Unlimited 10 ProPower kicks a powerful punch, but it comes at a price
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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
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Dyson has announced the release of a groundbreaking new vacuum — it’s unlike anything I’ve ever seen and I want one immediately
There's more new technology than you can shake a stick at
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Russell Hobbs' Bladeless Tower Fan doubles as an air purifier and is the ultimate budget alternative to a Dyson — it’s so effective that I can’t sleep without it
As a hay fever sufferer and a hot sleeper, it's been a game-changer
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This is the one thing you need to do if your Shark vacuum keeps stopping — it’s my secret weapon for a fault-free appliance
The good news? Your Shark vacuum cutting out can be easy to fix
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Experts warn against opening your windows when using an air purifier — and what you can *actually* do when temperatures soar
Do air purifiers work with the windows open or is it counter-intuitive?
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Find appliance noises irritating? This is what you need to look for to ensure a quieter home
Don't make any purchases without making this check
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How to clean wool carpets — 5 gentle cleaning tips to prolong your carpet’s lifespan without damaging the fibres, according to experts
After all, you probably shouldn't use a carpet cleaner
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These are the things I wish I knew before buying an air purifier so you don’t make the same expensive mistakes I did
I wasted so much money before becoming an air quality expert
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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
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Dyson has quietly slashed the prices of its bestselling fans to help you beat the heat this week — our top pick is now £100 off
The Dyson Week deals are in full force, and I'm a big fan of this discount...
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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? I think it is...
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How we test air purifiers at Ideal Home and translate confusing specs into the information you *actually* need to know
We've put countless air purifiers through Ideal Home's testing process to find the best-in-class. Here's how we do it.
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I always thought humidifiers were for kids, but this £25 Dunelm buy has me breathing easier than I have in months
It has rave reviews, too
