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This new budget dehumidifier is 'designed to keep your home feeling fresher and the air cleaner' – here's why I rate itHow well does Meaco's smallest dehumidifier stack up against its larger models?
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3 simple ways to get more out of your air purifier this spring – top tips to combat pollen, dust and other nasty allergensAir quality experts have had their say
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I’ve tried and tested the best fans — these are my top picksAs someone who runs hot, my internal thermometer makes me well placed to put the best fans through their paces in my own home
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I've selected the best steam irons for fast, crease-free results every timeThese top picks make ironing quicker, easier and more effective
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Dyson has just solved the biggest problem I have with cordless vacuumsMeet their first self-emptying vacuum cleaner
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Only the most efficient cleaners use these steam cleaner hacks in their home – I swear by them as Ideal Home’s Cleaning EditorI've cracked the steam cleaning code
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Kitchen items you can no longer recycle when decluttering due to new bin rules in EnglandWhat to do with them instead
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Waste experts reveal what to put in a compost bin vs a food waste bin – mistaking the two could cost you a healthy gardenBoth are very important for the upkeep of a sustainable home
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I stopped wasting money on my washing machine by using a cooler 30° cycle for four weeksThis is how much I saved and the laundry was just as clean
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I tested a new cordless vacuum from an under-the-radar brand in my chaotic family home – it seriously won me overIt's smart, sleek and super powerful
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5 things renters need to know before the Renters Rights Act comes into effect on 1 May in England and WalesKnow your rights
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Thinking about solar panels? What UK homeowners should know before installing themSponsored by E.ON Next
Everything you need to know about costs, savings and installation
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7 simple ways to get the most out of your solar panels at home
Sponsored by E.ON Next
Make your solar panels earn their keep
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This compact Vonhaus air circulator packs a powerful punch — for less than £50I put this air circulator through its paces to see how it fared in a real home environment
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Peak tree pollen season has arrived in the UK – how to keep your home’s air quality levels stableTwo of the nation's most common trees are to blame
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5 scents ants hate, and how to use them to stop these pests plaguing your home and garden this summerP.S, these scents will make your home smell so good...
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How we test steam cleaners and mops at Ideal Home – the exact review process we followHow we determine if this chemical-free cleaning tool is worth your while
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Plug-in solar vs rooftop panels — which is better?I asked the experts how the two systems differ on price, installation and impact on bills
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IKEA’s £5 food waste bin makes following new recycling rules easy and stylish – this odour-proof bin is also perfect for tiny spacesIs it just me, or does this food waste bin look really stylish?
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My sparkling floors always get so many compliments – these are the two appliances I have to thank for thatSteam or suction? That's the big question!
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Things you can no longer recycle when decluttering due to new bin rules in EnglandHow the new regulations will affect your spring clear-out
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Experts are warning homeowners to think before they spray when spring cleaning this month – your favourite houseplant could be paying the priceCleaning products are putting your houseplants at risk
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I’m a storage-obsessed editor who hates ugly storage baskets – pretty-but-practical alternatives to add to your homeWho says storage has to be an eyesore?
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What are plug-in solar panels and how do they work?This is everything we know about about the game-changing solar panels that will soon be available in the UK
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Air purifiers can be confusing – but I tested a model that’s straightforward and easy to useIt even has a Pet Mode for animal lovers
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5 counter-top kitchen appliances you should always unplug when not in useI’ve been wasting so much money on my energy bills by leaving mine plugged in
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IKEA's £4 space-saving bins will make following the new, simpler recycling rules in England easier in a tiny kitchenIf you hate doing the bins (don't we all?), this clever IKEA find will make it easier
