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Your dehumidifier isn't always the answer in winter, experts warn – this is when not to use yours in the coldest monthsKnowing when not to use a dehumidifier can save energy and keep your home comfortable
By Jenny McFarlane
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This new robot vacuum cleaner will make your home smell like a spa – it’s the hands-free hero you didn’t know you neededFor a home that looks (and smells) clean!
By Lauren Bradbury
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Aldi is selling the ultimate dream team for drying laundry quickly in winter – grab them while you canThe sellout heated airer and dehumidifier are back in store this weekend
By Rebecca Knight
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You need to stop closing your window vents in winter – experts have revealed you're doing more harm than goodWindow vents are a vital defence against condensation
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’ve tested both corded and cordless Shark vacuums – this is the option I’d choose for power and convenienceHow to choose the right option for your home, cleaning needs and budget
By Lauren Bradbury
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Are robot vacuum cleaners worth it? Everything you need to know about this year’s ‘it’ floorcare applianceThis is what I *really* think, as a vacuum expert
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl is selling a £50 dehumidifier that’s a must-have for damp homes – run, don’t walk to get your hands on oneI predict this handy appliance won't be on the shelves for long
By Kezia Reynolds
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This DREO Smart Dehumidifier is fast to setup, easy to use and reduces humidity in next to no time — and it's all possible with an appIt's a smart solution for the colder weather
By Jennifer Oksien
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I'm so glad we added these practical details in our utility room reno – they're everyday upgrades that have made laundry far more manageableThese genius fixes make our new laundry room work smarter
By Jenny McFarlane
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I cleaned every surface in my home with Lakeland’s 2-in-1 steam mop – it’s an affordable, chemical-free option that’s ideal for the everydayI really put this lightweight, compact steam mop through its paces
By Rebecca Lawton
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I swapped my Dyson V8 Absolute for the Dyson V11 Advanced – it’s the upgrade my carpets desperately neededI was already a part of the Dyson fan club, but now I'm obsessed
By Amy Lockwood
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'We’re a hairy household,’ Vicky Pattison reveals the vacuum she uses to keep her home spotless – she says it tackles everything from hair extensions to dog fur*Spoiler* It's our best-rated vacuum cleaner
By Kezia Reynolds
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The one spot that makes a dehumidifier better at stopping window condensation – experts reveal the ideal setupThe simple placement tweak that can dramatically reduce window condensation
By Jenny McFarlane
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It’s almost impossible to buy a cordless vacuum for under £200 – I tested one that’s just £160, and it’s a hard floor heroIt’s a solid, no-frills cordless vacuum that doesn't cost the earth
By Katie Sims
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3 reasons why you have condensation forming on the inside of your windows (and how to stop it) according to expertsYou probably do this every day
By Kezia Reynolds
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I asked floorcare experts how to keep my floors pristine while hosting this Christmas – these are the 4 things they told me to doThis is how I’ll be protecting my floors from scuffs and stains this festive season
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl’s £80 robot vacuum will mop your floors, too – I had to do a double-take when I saw the low priceGrab it while you can!
By Kezia Reynolds
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I've selected the top dehumidifiers for banishing damp and drying laundry fast – tried and tested by the Ideal Home teamAlongside the team of in-house experts, I've selected the best dehumidifiers from Meaco, Pro Breeze, and more
By Jenny McFarlane
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My poor carpets put up with a lot from my three kids – Karcher’s compact new spot cleaner left them looking as good as newI'm seriously impressed with the results
By Rebecca Lawton
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My single-glazed windows were dripping wet every morning before I used these dehumidifier bags – they are a genius, low-cost fixThey're a simple, energy-free trick that helped cut my morning window condensation
By Jenny McFarlane
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I tested Roomba’s new flagship robot vacuum cleaner – it’s super stylish, and will leave your hard floors sparklingWhile it has serious perks, it's not perfect
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean wooden floors – expert tips for daily maintenance and deep cleaning, to keep your floors sparklingMake sure your wooden floors are given their time to shine
By Lauren Bradbury
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This electric mop is my best-kept secret – now I’m lifting the lid on how I keep my floors so clean during the winter monthsMy old-school mop and bucket just weren't cutting it
By Lauren Bradbury
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The expert-approved fan trick that helps your dehumidifier dry laundry in record time – this is how to get the set up just rightDehumidifier plus fan equals faster laundry drying indoors
By Jenny McFarlane
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I tested Hoover’s new cordless vacuum cleaner – it has ideal features you’ll *actually* use and a game-changing attachment for pet ownersI put this vacuum through its paces, with the help of my cockapoo puppy, to see if it's worth your money
By Sarah Handley
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My vacuum (and its tools) are responsible for so much clutter in my home – but this is the game-changing storage solution I'm buying to put an end to itIt's perfect for homes with limited storage
By Lauren Bradbury
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This budget dehumidifier tackles damp and dries laundry effectively for just 8p an hour – without costing the earthIt can lower humidity levels to 30% and offers three modes, including a special laundry setting
By Annie Collyer


