Heating
Huge bills leaving you cold? Our heating advice explores the different ways to heat your home and save money. As well as traditional boilers and stoves, we explore sustainable options such as heat pumps and solar panels
Heating
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B&Q sub £40 oil-filled radiator is how I'm keeping warm on a budget this winter – it even matches Aldi on priceThis B&Q Black Friday deal has arrived right on time as the temperature drops
By Kezia Reynolds
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Best electric heaters, tried and testedThese 6 buys are my top picks for heating the room you’re in
By Sarah Handley
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6 best oil-filled radiators to boost your cosiness when temperatures dropTried and tested options for every budget and room size
By Sarah Handley
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Can you put a rug over underfloor heating? Experts warn it needs more thought than you thinkIt turns out you can put a rug over underfloor heating, but most people pick the wrong one — this is what the pros say to do instead
By Sarah Handley
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It turns out I’ve been using my radiators all wrong for years and you might have been tooThese are the simple tweaks that will save money and make your house cosier
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Around 34,000 homes could be left without heating or hot water over the coming days5 ways to make sure you're not one of them
By Sarah Handley
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I always thought oil-filled radiators looked dated, but this one definitely bucks the trendI've been using the Morphy Richards HeatFlux 2.5kW digital oil-filled radiator in my own home for the last two weeks, but is it worth your money?
By Sarah Handley
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What is the ideal central heating schedule? This is how I plan on determining mineThis is how I'm planning on setting my heating to turn on and off for maximum benefits
By Natasha Brinsmead
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What is the cheapest electric heater to run? I compare the running costs of top-rated heatersAnd reveal the other key factors to consider for an efficient appliance
By Sarah Handley
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I struggle to heat my open-plan kitchen, but this oil-filled radiator is a game changerPowerful heat output at an affordable price point
By Sarah Handley
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This is the only home appliance I swear by when it’s cold one minute then hot the nextThese models will be useful year-round
By Sarah Handley
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Lidl’s £16 heated cushion could help you stay cosy without turning on the heatingHead to the middle aisle for a cosy sofa this autumn
By Annie Collyer
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Does underfloor heating need to be on all the time? Experts explainYou might be using your underfloor heating all wrong
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Should you bleed upstairs or downstairs radiators first? I asked the pros for the definitive answerThis is exactly where you should start
By Sarah Handley
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I dreaded chilly mornings until I popped this electric heater on my bedside tableIt’s compact, quiet, and heats up instantly
By Sarah Handley
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Can my neighbour object to me installing a heat pump? They can if you break these rulesFollow the guidance and communicate clearly with your neighbour to avoid potential conflict
By Sarah Handley
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Dunelm’s £30 tabletop heater is perfect for heating the human not the home – it's so stylish, you'll actually want it on showIt's time to start preparing for winter
By Kezia Reynolds
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This retro style electric heater has proved to me that these appliances can be stylishIt's under £50 too!
By Sarah Handley
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Thought the arrival of spring meant you could forget about your boiler for a bit?Me too — but the experts told me that now is actually the ideal time to give it some TLC
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Log burner getting too hot, too cold, not lighting properly?I asked the pros about the most common stove problems and how to fix them
By Natasha Brinsmead
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This Daewoo oil-filled heater kicks out heat for hours after it’s been turned offIt'd be ideal for someone working from home
By Amy Reeves
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This ProBreeze heater finally changed my opinion of oil-filled radiatorsIt turns out they are not the old-fashioned relics I once thought they were
By Natasha Brinsmead
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This is how many hours a day your heating should be on in spring to avoid wasting energyIt's the ideal schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency
By Sarah Handley
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Russell Hobbs Bladeless Fan with Cool & Heat Function ReviewThis dual purpose fan and heater combo has helped me maintain the ideal temperature at home, despite the changeable weather outside
By Sarah Handley
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I was seriously impressed with this Dreo electric heaterI think it’s the best value for money on the market right now
By Amy Reeves
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How we test electric heaters and oil-filled radiators at Ideal HomeWe review every electric heater and oil-filled radiator we recommend to you, testing them in real homes. This is how we do it and why you can trust us
By Sarah Handley
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How do oil-filled radiators actually work?This is what the pros told me, including how long they stay warm after they’ve been switched off
By Natasha Brinsmead


