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I tested Dyson's smallest (and cheapest!) fan — this is why I'll be recommending it to all of my friends
I tested the Dyson Cool CF1 fan during a heatwave, and I was more than impressed
By Joanne Lewsley
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I tested a plant pot air purifier to help with my child’s allergies – it looks good and it’s incredibly effective
This smart air purifier lets you know in real time just what lurks in the air you’re breathing
By Zoë Phillimore
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Should you use distilled water in an iron? This is the perfect water combination, experts say everyone should be using in their iron
Experts reveal why a combination of distilled and tap water is best
By Katie Sims
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How to remove stains from carpet – a foolproof guide to DIY stain removal for red wine, grease or coffee stains
Everything you need to know about DIY carpet stain removal
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean carpet – expert-approved ways to freshen up your floors without the hassle
Carpet looking tired, dull, or dirty? These tips will help it look as good as new
By Lauren Bradbury
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Don't spend £500 on a 'flashy' vacuum – here's what'll suit you better and ‘clean your floors reliably for the next 20 years'
I sat down with Gtech founder Nick Grey to get his hot take on the vacuum market
By Lauren Bradbury
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What I wish I knew before buying a clothes steamer – don't make the same mistakes I made
Choosing the right clothes steamer can be a game-changer
By Jenny McFarlane
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Is it better to rent or buy a carpet cleaner? From cost to convenience, experts weigh up the pros and cons
How to choose the best carpet cleaning solution for your home and budget
By Rebecca Lawton
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I’m calling it! I predict this game-changing appliance will be just as popular as vacuums by the end of 2025
I test vacuums for a living, but I just can’t deny that it has the potential to de-throne the traditional vacuum
By Lauren Bradbury
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The best desk fans — after testing, these are the only 6 I’d recommend for smaller spaces and WFH setups
Our top picks from the likes of Meaco, Duux, Shark and more
By Lauren Bradbury
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Aldi is bringing back its £39.99 sellout bladeless fan — and it’s £30 cheaper than Lidl’s almost-identical alternative
Missed out on Aldi’s bladeless fan last year? It’s back in stock this week
By Lauren Bradbury
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The 4 laundry items you should never dry on a washing line — or risk damaging your wardrobe for good
Think before you peg
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tried Lakeland's small but mighty dehumidifier in my windowless bathroom – it's a moisture zapping game changer
And it's only £24.99
By Jenny McFarlane
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Blueair's new 3-in-1 appliance can purify, heat or cool a room — this is why I think it's well worth the investment after testing it for a month
Relatively small yet hugely impressive — this multi-functional air purifier won me over
By Zoë Phillimore
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Lidl's budget bladeless fan is back and it's a summer heatwave steal – run, don't walk to pick one up before it sells out
You can buy it in stores right now
By Jenny McFarlane
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Hoover's new vacuum is one of the cheapest models on the market — and after testing, I can also say it's one of the most powerful
At £199, I didn't expect Hoover's upright model to pack such a punch
By Katie Sims
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I tested a £160 Beldray vacuum to see if it could compete with my expensive Dyson — I was way more impressed than I thought I would be
The suction, easy-to-use features and £159 price tag won me over
By Zoë Phillimore
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I’m an expert vacuum tester, but these are the 5 things I wish I knew before buying a Dyson vacuum
If you’re struggling to justify the higher price tag, you'll want to know this too
By Lauren Bradbury
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Does an air purifier help hay fever? Yes, but only if you choose the right model (and use it in the right way)
See ya later, hay fever
By Lauren Bradbury
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Shark wants your old vacuum (even if it’s not a Shark!) — and its new trade-in scheme offers £50 cashback to customers for a limited time only
This new initiative will help you make money from your old vacuum while saving money on a new one, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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Bissell’s new CrossWave model is the ultimate 2-in-1 appliance – I now use it more than my regular vacuum cleaner
Its innovative edge-cleaning technology won me over, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts warn that vacuuming this one type of flooring could cause irreparable (and costly) damage — this is how you should *actually* be cleaning it
It might be time to retire your vacuum
By Lauren Bradbury
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I ditched my ironing board for this clever Joseph Joseph mat – and it’s perfect for small homes
This £35 mat is a gamechanger for ironing and steaming alike
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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The 3 air conditioner mistakes that are ramping up your electricity bill – and experts reveal the ways to avoid them
They're easy to fix when you know how
By Jenny McFarlane
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Bosch’s brand-new vacuum is the most powerful model I’ve ever tested — but it comes at a cost that won’t suit quick and easy carpet cleaning
The Bosch Unlimited 10 ProPower kicks a powerful punch, but it comes at a price
By Katie Sims
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The best fans for cooling down quickly – we've tried and tested bestselling options to find the best fan for the bedroom, living room, and more
The best fans for cooling down quickly – we've tried and tested bestselling options to find the best fan for the bedroom, living room, and out and about
By Amy Lockwood
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Dyson has announced the release of a groundbreaking new vacuum — it’s unlike anything I’ve ever seen and I want one immediately
There's more new technology than you can shake a stick at
By Lauren Bradbury