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I've tested multiple portable air conditioners and here's what I'd look out for before buying oneThis is everything you need to make the right decision
By Jenny McFarlane
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If your carpets feel cold and damp when you walk over them, one of these 5 serious problems could be the culpritAnd what you can do to prevent mould and musty odours
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl is selling a Vax carpet cleaner for a steal of a price – get your carpets looking like new for less than £80Bargain alert!
By Rebecca Knight
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How to stop condensation in a windowless bathroom once and for all – these simple expert tips will prevent mould and damp developingNo steamy windows? No problem
By Jenny McFarlane
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A ‘robot garage’ is the practical storage trend I’m seeing everywhere this year – and I predict it’ll become even more popular in 2026It's not what you'd expect it to be
By Lauren Bradbury
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I always thought electric mops were a gimmick, but my sparkling floors suggest otherwise – and now I’m obsessedIt's convinced me to ditch the bucket for good
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested the UK's first-ever cordless carpet cleaner – it's lightweight, convenient and perfect for a quick carpet refreshThis new VAX model takes the hassle out of carpet cleaning This new VAX model takes the hassle out of carpet cleaning
By Rebecca Lawton
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Lidl is selling a dehumidifier with a dedicated laundry mode to dry clothes faster – it's half the price of similar modelsYou won't find a similar version at a lower price than this
By Rebecca Knight
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Experts want you to do this one thing if you’re using an air purifier or dehumidifier this autumnWhen you think about it, it makes total sense
By Lauren Bradbury
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This laundry mode dehumidifier is the secret to a fresher, faster-drying washing loadA simple yet effective model for drying laundry indoors in autumn/winter...
By Jenny McFarlane
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My house is way too small to store a full-size carpet cleaner – Shark’s new cleaning tool is the compact alternative I can’t stop usingIt's the only thing keeping my home stain-free this autumn
By Lauren Bradbury
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I had no idea drying laundry indoors could cause mould – experts share how to avoid this happening in your homeExperts share their top tips for drying washing indoors, mould-free
By Jenny McFarlane
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I’m a vacuum expert, and this is how to bag a Dyson vacuum cleaner for just £250 right nowIt's one of my favourite models, and now cheaper than ever
By Lauren Bradbury
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Forget the rest, this bestselling Shark vacuum deal is the only one I’d snap up this Amazon Prime DayI've found a major bargain
By Lauren Bradbury
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My go-to heated clothes airer for drying laundry fast indoors is now reduced by £85 on Lakeland – and it comes with a cover tooThis airer deal is hotting up...
By Jenny McFarlane
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This hack will prevent condensation build-up on your windows – and it won’t cost you a penny!And what to do if your house is too old to take advantage of it
By Rebecca Lawton
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I tested Dyson’s new budget-friendly cordless vacuum cleaner – it’s powerful, practical and ideal for homes with petsIt's a major step up from the original
By Lauren Bradbury
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I just spotted a huge £85 saving on the Meaco Arete Two dehumidifier and air purifier – the best dehumidifier Ideal Home experts have testedDon't miss this deal on the dehumidifier we've rated the best
By Jenny McFarlane
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I used to love lighting candles until I saw what they were doing to my home’s air quality – these are the changes I’m making to reverse the damageWhy I've stopped burning candles the 'normal' way
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested the new Henry corded stick vacuum – it’s powerful, practical and only £160It merges the practicality of a stick model with the power of a corded
By Lauren Bradbury
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These simple mistakes could be why your dehumidifier isn't working properly – and here's how to avoid themAre you using your dehumidifier all wrong?
By Jenny McFarlane
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3 things my MIL always does to dry clothes faster indoorsSimple tricks my mother-in-law swears by
By Jenny McFarlane
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I live in an old Victorian house, and these are the things I’m doing *now* to future-proof it from dampThey're small changes that will make a big difference
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’m a busy mum of three — this robot vacuum cleaner saved me hours of cleaning and tackled my kids’ clutter with easeI let this Samsung robot vacuum and mop loose in my busy family home — and it saved me hours of cleaning
By Rebecca Lawton
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Hoover is launching the UK's first triple-drum washing machine – it can handle 3 loads at the same time on different cyclesIs this the ultimate laundry innovation?
By Jenny McFarlane
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5 things I wish I knew before getting my first robot vacuum cleaner that would have saved me *a lot* of hassleTop tips from a robot vacuum convert
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested a new Dyson air purifier that will also humidify and cool your home – it’s improved my home’s air quality *and* my dry skinDyson’s air purifiers have always been impressive, but this one offers even more benefits
By Lauren Bradbury


