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The little-known appliance that keeps me comfortable during a heatwave – this is why I can’t sleep without itI’m a huge fan, but it’s NOT a fan
By Lauren Bradbury
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Where to position your fan to create a wind chill effect to cool your home fastAre you putting your fan in the right place?
By Kezia Reynolds
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Lidl is selling a portable air conditioner for less than £150 to help beat the heatwaveYou don't want to miss this middle aisle gem
By Kezia Reynolds
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This Dreo portable air conditioner has been an utter gamechanger in my home officeIt'd definitely be suitable for a bedroom up to 20m2 too
By Sarah Handley
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Councils in England are offering ‘cool spaces’ if your house is too hot – how to find your nearest oneCommunity cool spaces are offering respite against the heat this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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Not Amazon, not Shark – this is the best place to buy a budget-friendly Shark robot vacuum cleaner this weekI've spotted a £450 discount on my favourite model!
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’ve found one of the last remaining air conditioners in stock at Argos, and it’s rated five-stars – be quick, it’s definitely going to sell outReviews say it cools a room in a matter of minutes
By Kezia Reynolds
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I tested Eufy's budget-friendly C10 robot vacuum cleaner – this bargain buy is the perfect entry-level option for easy cleaningIt may be a bargain, but I wanted to see if it's *actually* worth it
By Rebecca Lawton
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I used these £19 Amazon organisers to stop my clothes spilling out of my drawers – I love them so much I’ve bought another packMy drawers have never been tidier
By Lauren Bradbury
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I turned my morning coffee into the ultimate fly repellent – it banished them in minutesAnd made my house smell like a coffee shop
By Lauren Bradbury
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If you want a stylish and whisper-quiet fan, this Duux smart fan gets my voteIt really could not be simpler to use, too
By Sarah Handley
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I'm a robot vacuum cleaner convert – and these are the 6 models I rate for effortless hands-free cleaningI tested top models from Eufy, Shark, Dyson and more
By Lauren Bradbury
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5 home items accidentally attracting wasps to your home, according to experts – *spoiler* your Bag for Life is one of themYou've definitely got a few of these items at home
By Kezia Reynolds
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3 completely free ways to cool a home and curb rising energy costs in a heatwave, according to expertsWorried about your energy bills? Here's how to keep cool for free
By Kezia Reynolds
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Shark quietly dropped their most powerful handheld vacuum ever last month – I tested whether the high price tag is worth itSpoiler alert: I loved it
By Rebecca Lawton
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This £10 Amazon buy is my secret weapon for reducing the risk of summer mouldDid someone say electricity-free dehumidifier?
By Maddie Balcombe
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5 items a small garden really doesn’t need, according to pro organisers – and what to declutter nowEnsure a fun (but functional) outdoor space
By Lauren Bradbury
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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
By Jenny McFarlane
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The best Shark deals – how to find the best savings on top-rated vacuums, steam cleaners and moreWhere, when and how to get the deals worth shopping
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to find the best vacuum cleaner deals – top tips to snap up a proper discountAnd how to weed out the duds
By Lauren Bradbury
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My dog and I put Joseph Joseph’s new cleaning tools to the test in our homeThey picked up pet hair like a magnet
By Lauren Bradbury
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Why smart outdoor security is becoming a summer essential for homeownersSponsor Content Created With Reolink
From keeping an eye on deliveries to monitoring the garden after dark, Reolink’s clever cameras are designed to make outdoor security simpler this summer
By Ideal Home
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I’ve just spotted this top-rated Henry at the lowest price it’s ever beenThis stick model is now under £100!
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’ve tried both a £180 and £50 fan — this is how they really compareIs the expensive one really better?
By Sarah Handley
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The flies buzzing around your fruit bowl are not fruit flies – pest experts reveal what they really are, and how to get rid of themThese flies can lay 500 to 2,000 eggs in their short lifespan
By Kezia Reynolds
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Are portable air conditioners really worth it?I review them for a living and these are the pros and cons everyone should consider before buying
By Sarah Handley
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How to remove mould from kitchen and bathroom sealant without using any chemicalsAnd keep it away for good
By Lauren Bradbury


