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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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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 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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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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I tested a budget vacuum that’s almost identical to my Dyson — it’s over £500 cheaper and perfect for quick cleans
It's the best Dyson alternative I've ever tested
By Lauren Bradbury
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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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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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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
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Should you use distilled water in an iron? This is the perfect water combination, experts say everyone should be using in their iron
Experts reveal why a combination of distilled and tap water is best
By Katie Sims
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How to clean carpet – expert-approved ways to freshen up your floors without the hassle
Carpet looking tired, dull, or dirty? These tips will help it look as good as new
By Lauren Bradbury
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Don't spend £500 on a 'flashy' vacuum – here's what'll suit you better and ‘clean your floors reliably for the next 20 years'
I sat down with Gtech founder Nick Grey to get his hot take on the vacuum market
By Lauren Bradbury
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What I wish I knew before buying a clothes steamer – don't make the same mistakes I made
Choosing the right clothes steamer can be a game-changer
By Jenny McFarlane
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Is it better to rent or buy a carpet cleaner? From cost to convenience, experts weigh up the pros and cons
How to choose the best carpet cleaning solution for your home and budget
By Rebecca Lawton
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I’m calling it! I predict this game-changing appliance will be just as popular as vacuums by the end of 2025
I test vacuums for a living, but I just can’t deny that it has the potential to de-throne the traditional vacuum
By Lauren Bradbury


