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Amazon has dropped the price of the fan I've been raving about for years - it's quiet, powerful and half the price of a Dyson
It is now the lowest price I've seen for Amazon Prime Day
By Rebecca Knight
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Lidl is selling a portable air conditioner for less than £150 - run, don’t walk, as this is going to sell out fast
Lidl is coming to your rescue this heat wave
By Kezia Reynolds
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I'm a mum of 2, and this carpet cleaner is how I've kept my floors free of kid-related stains - and it's now half price
I swear by this deep-cleaning weapon in my busy family home
By Jenny McFarlane
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I've found a 'secret' stash of discounted fans and air conditioners on Amazon – this is where they're hidden
The heatwave means fans and air con units are selling out fast – this is where to shop whilst other retailers are sold out
By Amy Lockwood
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Air conditioners are selling out fast, but these air coolers are the clever budget alternative (and still in stock)
Save your money and beat the heat
By Jenny McFarlane
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Shark’s game-changing VacMop has had it’s price slashed for Amazon Prime Day - but you’ll have to be quick if you want one
We were left very impressed by this handy appliance
By Kezia Reynolds
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Best cordless vacuum cleaner 2025 – 9 models I’d pick after rigorous testing and real-world home trials
Make cleaning convenient with the 9 best cordless vacuum cleaners that the Ideal Home team can't live without
By Lauren Bradbury
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Portable air conditioners are selling out fast – here are the units we rate that are still in stock
Act fast as they won't be about for long...
By Jenny McFarlane
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I tested this compact and budget-friendly air conditioner during one of the hottest weeks of the year (so far) – and it held its cool
It's compact, affordable, and provides steady cooling power
By Rebecca Lawton
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Are bladed or bladeless fans better? Experts explain the key differences — and how to choose the right one for you
From cooling power to cost, we settle the bladed vs bladeless fan debate
By Rebecca Lawton
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Miele’s top-rated (and most stylish) stick vacuum has been slashed by £100 – it’s now one of the cheapest vacuums you can buy
For £269, it's an absolute steal
By Lauren Bradbury
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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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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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I didn't think this *very* cheap carpet cleaner would be able to tackle the dirt and stains on my carpet – it quickly proved me wrong
A budget-friendly carpet cleaner that gets the basics just right
By Katie Sims
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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