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Our house manual guides cover every aspect of managing your home. We have advice for those buying, selling or renting. We can help you manage your bills, create a new cleaning regime or organise your rooms.
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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 tested
Don't miss this deal on the dehumidifier we've rated the best
By Jenny McFarlane
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OVO is offering free electric blankets to those who ‘think you’ll struggle to pay your bills’ – how to check if you’re eligible
The energy company has helped 42,000 customers in the past year
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’ve spent over 300 hours testing the best vacuum cleaners – these are the 9 I’d recommend to friends and family
Must-have models from the likes of Dyson, Shark and more
By Lauren Bradbury
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This clever Joseph Joseph laundry basket makes sorting laundry less hectic – and it's currently on sale
Say goodbye to last-minute sorting...
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 damage
Why I've stopped burning candles the 'normal' way
By Lauren Bradbury
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The two things I need you to know before you start to declutter – these will guarantee a successful clear-out
I've spent so long decluttering that I've turned it into an art form – one where time isn't of the essence
By Amanda Jones
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Condensation has always been a huge problem in my house – this is what I use to get rid of it (and it’s currently on sale!)
It's the best early Amazon Prime Deal I've seen so far
By Lauren Bradbury
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We added a heat pump to our extension – here's what I've learned after 6 months
It doesn't work like a boiler, but that's not a bad thing
By Jenny McFarlane
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I tested the new Henry corded stick vacuum – it’s powerful, practical and only £160
It merges the practicality of a stick model with the power of a corded
By Lauren Bradbury
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Don’t even think about switching your heating on until you’ve completed this home maintenance job
It's a small job that makes a huge difference
By Kezia Reynolds
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Upcycling furniture? Here are 5 things I wish I knew first
Countless upcycling projects (and plenty of mistakes) later, here's what I wish I knew before my first project
By Holly Reaney
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These simple mistakes could be why your dehumidifier isn't working properly – and here's how to avoid them
Are you using your dehumidifier all wrong?
By Jenny McFarlane
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I tried the new Dyson fan heater that offers year-round heating and cooling – it’s going to be my new winter warmer
I haven't even thought about turning the central heating on
By Lauren Bradbury
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Martin Lewis reveals the best way to heat your home this winter – spoiler alert, it’s not leaving your heating on low all day
The money-saving expert is here to stop you spending more than you need to on your energy bills
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’ve tested the best electric heaters – these are my top picks for when you don’t want to turn the central heating on
The best electric heaters for staying warm, including fan, convector and bladeless indoor heaters from leading brands
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts say this is the best time to put your heating on in the morning to save money and make getting out of bed easier
Because there's nothing worse than a freezing home in winter
By Kezia Reynolds
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3 things my MIL always does to dry clothes faster indoors
Simple tricks my mother-in-law swears by
By Jenny McFarlane
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I’ve spent months testing the best mops in my home — these are the top-rated models I’d recommend for all floor types
These are undoubtedly the best mops for laminate, vinyl, amtico, tiled and even hardwood floors
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’ve found the best way to clean underneath (and behind) appliances without moving them
And it doesn't cost a penny
By Lauren Bradbury
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I regret not knowing this before buying an oil filled radiator – these are the main things to consider
Choosing the right oil-filled radiator can be a game-changer
By Jenny McFarlane
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Voice assistant secrets – smart tips for a smoother home life using Alexa, Siri and more
How to get more out of your smart home devices
By Ginevra Benedetti
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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 ease
I 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 cycles
Is 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 hassle
Top tips from a robot vacuum convert
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’ve wasted thousands on getting my gutters professionally cleaned when I could have just bought these DIY tools instead
I'm officially sacking my gutter cleaning guy
By Lauren Bradbury
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I never really understood the hype around robot vacuum cleaners — but these 6 models converted me to hands-free cleaning
I tested top models from Eufy, Shark, Hoover and more
By Lauren Bradbury
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I used to dread spider season, then I got a spider catcher – it's the easiest, kindest way to deal with spiders in your house
Get your hands on one quick snap...
By Jenny McFarlane


