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I’m a vacuum expert, and these are the 3 best Dyson vacuum cleaners that are *actually* worth the price tag
If you're looking for a Dyson vacuum cleaner, these are my top picks
By Lauren Bradbury
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It’s my job to test vacuums, and these are the 9 best vacuum cleaners that have impressed me the most
We've reviewed the best vacuum cleaners, from pet hair solutions to cordless models, to help you find the right one for your cleaning needs
By Lauren Bradbury
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This cooling hack will turn your fan into an air conditioner - and it’s completely free
DIY your air con
By Kezia Reynolds
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I tested Dyson’s quietest, most powerful air purifier – it offers whole-home purifying unlike any other model I’ve tested
Although it's pricey, I think it’s worth every penny
By Lauren Bradbury
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B&Q’s budget-friendly £39 fan is flying off the shelves – it’s my heatwave hero and so much cheaper than alternatives
Struggling to find a fan in stock? B&Q has got you covered
By Lauren Bradbury
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Charity issues warning against the viral frozen towel cooling hack, amid safety concerns
‘Water and electricity don’t mix'
By Kezia Reynolds
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This smart portable air con guessed when I was too hot – it cooled me and not just the room with its smart remote
I put the Delonghi Pinguino Care4Me EL112 air conditioner through its paces to see how it'd fare against 20-degree heat and humidity
By Zoë Phillimore
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Meaco's new whisper-quiet portable fan blows Shark's viral fan out of the water – and it's £50 cheaper
Upon first look, the energy-efficient Meaco Sefte 8" portable fan is perfect for on-the-go with its long battery life
By Jenny McFarlane
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Experts warn you’ve been using your fan wrong this summer – where to place it to cool a home fast
I bet you've never thought to place a fan here
By Kezia Reynolds
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This Levoit air purifier senses air changes in seconds – and I'm recommending it to all my friends
Levoit’s affordably priced smart air purifier effectively removed pet dander, wood-burning stove fumes, dust, and cooking smells in a busy family home
By Joanne Lewsley
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I’ve spent hundreds of hours testing vacuums – these are the 6 best Shark vacuum cleaners for powerful, hassle-free cleaning
Find the best Shark vacuum for every occasion with our top picks of cordless, upright, and handheld models
By Lauren Bradbury
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I thought my allergies meant I was destined for hot, sleepless nights until I bought this alternative to a normal fan – now I won’t ever go back
I feel refreshed, and I don't want to claw my eyeballs out anymore
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best Henry vacuum cleaners – the 6 reliable and hard-working models I’d pick for a spotless home
These Henry vacuums are guaranteed to help you clean your home with a smile
By Lauren Bradbury
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Shh! Don’t tell anyone else, but my favourite Shark vacuum is now just £170 in this early Amazon Prime Day deal
My mum and I are obsessed with this Shark vacuum
By Lauren Bradbury
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This is the difference between a carpet cleaner and a spot cleaner — because they’re not the same (and offer very different results!)
Experts reveal which one will suit you (and your carpets) best
By Lauren Bradbury
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Shark has jumped on the hottest appliance trend of the year with its new release – but it’s £100s cheaper than competitors
It really is the tool that does it all, and it comes in three stunning colourways
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested Dyson's bestselling tower fan — as a hot sleeper living beside a noisy pub, it’s been a total lifesaver
It's the brand's bestseller for a reason
By Joanne Lewsley
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Experts reveal the best spots to put an air purifier in a kitchen for maximum odour-busting impact
They're probably not where you'd think
By Rebecca Lawton
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If your house is too hot, you need to try this easy cooling hack - it’s completely free, too
Fed up with your hot, stuffy house? Try this trick instead
By Kezia Reynolds
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These are the 6 best carpet cleaners for deep cleaning the most important surface in your home
Six of the best carpet cleaners that can refresh your space in an instant
By Helen McCue
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Shark’s viral misting fan is currently on sale – I predict it’ll be an instant sellout
This deal can’t be mist! Excuse the pun...
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts warn against the hidden impact of sleeping with a fan on all night in summer
Leaving your fan on all night can do more harm than good
By Kezia Reynolds
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Add style and keep cool this summer with Pro Breeze
Stay chilled and save with an exclusive 10% off on stylish bladeless fans and powerful air coolers
By Sponsored
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Should you iron your bedding or is it a waste of time? Help us settle the debate
Let us know your thoughts in the comments
By Jenny McFarlane
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I tested Dyson's smallest (and cheapest!) fan — this is why I'll be recommending it to all of my friends
I tested the Dyson Cool CF1 fan during a heatwave, and I was more than impressed
By Joanne Lewsley
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I was almost considering a summer ‘sleep divorce’ — but after testing Shark’s newest fan, it’s (thankfully) off the table
It makes cooling a breeze
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested a plant pot air purifier to help with my child’s allergies – it looks good and it’s incredibly effective
This smart air purifier lets you know in real time just what lurks in the air you’re breathing
By Zoë Phillimore