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The best portable air conditioners to pre-order or bookmark when they come back into stockThe tried and tested models worth waiting for
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I tested Dyson's Hot+Cool heater fan and it's the only heater and fan combo you'll need all year-roundSmall in size, big on comfort...
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Meaco's new sell-out portable air conditioner is a gamechanger for hot summer nightsI got my hands on the sell-out Meaco Cirro portable air conditioner, and it’s super quiet mode means it's ideal for hot bedrooms
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4 common portable air conditioner mistakes that are making your appliance unsafe, less energy efficient and at greater risk of fireKeep cool and safe
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The 80p heatwave hack I’m using to freshen up my smelly kitchen sinkJust drop it down the drain, and let it do the hard work for you
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I tested the best air purifiers against dust, odours and smoke – these are the 6 models I’d choose for a healthier home this summerTried and tested by the Ideal Home team
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Meaco's ultra-quiet portable air conditioner is coming back into stock this week, so act fastIt's already sold out once this summer, so be quick if you want to snap it up
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How we test air purifiers at Ideal Home and translate confusing specs into the information you *actually* need to knowWe've put countless air purifiers through Ideal Home's testing process to find the best-in-class. Here's how we do it.
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4 simple organising rules and hacks to instantly make a small home look bigger, according to professional organisersCreate space where there is none
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Shark just dropped a ‘fun-sized’ carpet cleaner that’s perfect for smaller homesNo huge storage space required!
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VAX just added a self-cleaning carpet cleaner to its lineup – and I tested it out in my homeIt (almost) gets top marks from me
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6 kitchen cleaning jobs to complete before the July heatwave – you’ll be thanking yourself for doing these easy tasks when the heat hitsWhile the temperature is a little cooler, it's time to get ahead on these easy tasks
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This IKEA shoe storage hack turns even the smallest of nooks into usable storage spaceIt’ll banish shoe clutter once and for all
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This powerful misting fan cools a room in under a minute – I’m choosing it over a portable air conditioner for the July heatwaveIdeal Home's resident cooling expert has convinced me that this powerful misting fan is a great choice for cooling a room fast
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Where to find portable ACs and fans still in stock – the only places you can buy cooling devices ASAP to see you through the heatwaveWe've tracked down all the places you can still buy a portable AC, plus tips to keep you cool while you wait for delivery
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I’m adding this clever Joseph Joseph food waste bin to my kitchen before the July heatwave – its smart design features banishes bad smells and deters fliesIf you're sick of stinky food waste bins, this is for you
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I saved over £500 by reupholstering my dream footstool myself - here's how I used secondhand finds to make it happenA professionally upholstered footstool can set you back hundreds, but I made mine for around £100
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25 decluttering methods – expert-approved, tried and tested techniques that really workFrom the 50/50 rule to Swedish death cleaning, we take a look at the clutter busters that really work
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Does an air purifier cool a room? The experts share what they can and can't do for those looking to beat the heat this summerThere is an alternative to consider, though
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I asked three pro organisers how they create order in small homes with limited storageTop tips to banish clutter
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I’ve used this electric mop over 100 times, and this is how I honestly feel about it eight months after my first reviewThis is why I'm still in my electric mop era
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Thousands of households in England and Wales to be eligible for £9,000 of a heat pumpThe Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant is increasing from July
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I tested a sub-£200 vacuum cleaner built for pet parents – this is how Hoover’s newest model fared in a real home covered in pet hairIt's one of the lightest models I've EVER tested
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5 appliances experts say to unplug immediately – they make your home hotter and waste energy in a heatwaveThese easy switches help beat the heat and will save you money in the long run
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Alison Hammond’s sock hack is all I’ve used to stay cool this heatwave – it’s easy, free and provides instant reliefNo, I've not gone crazy - this unconventional cooling method works a treat
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Dyson quietly dropped a new smart fan that ‘follows’ you around the roomIt’ll keep you consistently cool and comfortable during the heatwave
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Amazon is selling a clever gadget that will turn your fan into an air conditioner for under £6 – it's a quick fix for cooling down on sweaty daysFed up with your fan blowing hot air around? The bargain buy will have it blowing an icy wind in no time...
