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I tried Lakeland's small but mighty dehumidifier in my windowless bathroom – it's a moisture zapping game changer
And it's only £24.99
By Jenny McFarlane
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Blueair's new 3-in-1 appliance can purify, heat or cool a room — this is why I think it's well worth the investment after testing it for a month
Relatively small yet hugely impressive — this multi-functional air purifier won me over
By Zoë Phillimore
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Lidl's budget bladeless fan is back and it's a summer heatwave steal – run, don't walk to pick one up before it sells out
You can buy it in stores right now
By Jenny McFarlane
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Hoover's new vacuum is one of the cheapest models on the market — and after testing, I can also say it's one of the most powerful
At £199, I didn't expect Hoover's upright model to pack such a punch
By Katie Sims
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I tested a £160 Beldray vacuum to see if it could compete with my expensive Dyson — I was way more impressed than I thought I would be
The suction, easy-to-use features and £159 price tag won me over
By Zoë Phillimore
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I’m an expert vacuum tester, but these are the 5 things I wish I knew before buying a Dyson vacuum
If you’re struggling to justify the higher price tag, you'll want to know this too
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to get wrinkles out of clothes without an iron – 5 alternative methods that will get your clothes crease-free
Creased clothes don't always need an iron - try these hacks instead
By Katie Sims
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Does an air purifier help hay fever? Yes, but only if you choose the right model (and use it in the right way)
See ya later, hay fever
By Lauren Bradbury
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Shark wants your old vacuum (even if it’s not a Shark!) — and its new trade-in scheme offers £50 cashback to customers for a limited time only
This new initiative will help you make money from your old vacuum while saving money on a new one, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts warn that vacuuming this one type of flooring could cause irreparable (and costly) damage — this is how you should *actually* be cleaning it
It might be time to retire your vacuum
By Lauren Bradbury
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I ditched my ironing board for this clever Joseph Joseph mat – and it’s perfect for small homes
This £35 mat is a gamechanger for ironing and steaming alike
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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The 3 air conditioner mistakes that are ramping up your electricity bill – and experts reveal the ways to avoid them
They're easy to fix when you know how
By Jenny McFarlane
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Bosch’s brand-new vacuum is the most powerful model I’ve ever tested — but it comes at a cost that won’t suit quick and easy carpet cleaning
The Bosch Unlimited 10 ProPower kicks a powerful punch, but it comes at a price
By Katie Sims
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The best fans for cooling down quickly – we've tried and tested bestselling options to find the best fan for the bedroom, living room, and more
The best fans for cooling down quickly – we've tried and tested bestselling options to find the best fan for the bedroom, living room, and out and about
By Amy Lockwood
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Dyson has announced the release of a groundbreaking new vacuum — it’s unlike anything I’ve ever seen and I want one immediately
There's more new technology than you can shake a stick at
By Lauren Bradbury
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Russell Hobbs' Bladeless Tower Fan doubles as an air purifier and is the ultimate budget alternative to a Dyson — it’s so effective that I can’t sleep without it
As a hay fever sufferer and a hot sleeper, it's been a game-changer
By Lauren Bradbury
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This is the one thing you need to do if your Shark vacuum keeps stopping — it’s my secret weapon for a fault-free appliance
The good news? Your Shark vacuum cutting out can be easy to fix
By Lauren Bradbury
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Shark has just launched a brand new portable misting fan and I found it a cooling game changer
Upon first look, the quiet and powerful Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo is the perfect fan for cooling down in the heat, either on-the-go or out in the garden
By Jenny McFarlane
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Find appliance noises irritating? This is what you need to look for to ensure a quieter home
Don't make any purchases without making this check
By Ginevra Benedetti
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How to clean wool carpets — 5 gentle cleaning tips to prolong your carpet’s lifespan without damaging the fibres, according to experts
After all, you probably shouldn't use a carpet cleaner
By Lauren Bradbury
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These are the things I wish I knew before buying an air purifier so you don’t make the same expensive mistakes I did
I wasted so much money before becoming an air quality expert
By Lauren Bradbury
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Dyson has quietly slashed the prices of its bestselling fans to help you beat the heat this week — our top pick is now £100 off
The Dyson Week deals are in full force, and I'm a big fan of this discount...
By Lauren Bradbury
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Are Dyson fans worth it? Here's what you need to know about the coveted summer essential before investing
Is the premium price tag justifiable? I think it is...
By Jullia Joson
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How we test air purifiers at Ideal Home and translate confusing specs into the information you *actually* need to know
We've put countless air purifiers through Ideal Home's testing process to find the best-in-class. Here's how we do it.
By Lauren Bradbury
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I always thought humidifiers were for kids, but this £25 Dunelm buy has me breathing easier than I have in months
It has rave reviews, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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Can the Dyson Purifier Cool PC1 replace your fan and air purifier? I put it to the test in my home during the height of allergy season
Dyson's Air Purifier fan ticks all the boxes for customisation, design and performance, and I think it's well worth the investment
By Jenny McFarlane
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Should you buy a steam cleaner or a carpet cleaner? Experts reveal which one you really need to deep-clean your carpets
From deep cleaning power to everyday ease, we've asked the experts which tool really gets the job done
By Rebecca Lawton


