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These are the 6 best carpet cleaners for deep cleaning the most important surface in your home
Six of the best carpet cleaners that can refresh your space in an instant
By Helen McCue
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Best handheld vacuum cleaners for quick cleans tried and tested
Tackle spills, crumbs and pet hair in a hurry with the best handheld vacuum cleaners
By Lauren Bradbury
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9 best gas BBQs in the UK for easy alfresco cooking, tried and tested
Searching for the best gas BBQ on the market? These are our favourites
By Molly Cleary
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Best BBQs to level up your summer grilling, tried and tested in real gardens
The very best BBQs out there, reviewed and approved by the Ideal Home team
By Molly Cleary
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The best mattress protectors tried and tested – I've found the best waterproof, cooling, and budget options from M&S, Dunelm, and more
The best mattress protectors for keeping your mattress in top condition – we've tried and tested options from Marks & Spencer, Panda, Dunelm, and many more to bring you our top recommendations
By Amy Lockwood
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Best stand mixers in the UK - 12 reviews of stand mixers
Featuring mixers KitchenAid, Kenwood, Bosch and more, these are the best stand mixers you can buy right now
By Molly Cleary
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Best duvets – tried and tested for a good night's sleep
The best duvets as tried and tested by the Ideal Home team – our top recommendations for the best summer duvets, best all-season duvets, best down and best wool duvets
By Amy Lockwood
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Where to buy garden furniture – the 11 stores I recommend after spending hours looking and sitting on countless outdoor sofas and dining sets
I’ve spent hours trying and looking at outdoor chairs, sofas and sets to determine what the best places to shop for stylish and comfortable pieces are
By Sara Hesikova
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The definitive list of the best kettles, reviewed
Take a look at the best kettles that we've tested, featuring brands like Dualit, Smeg and De'Longhi
By Molly Cleary
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The best boiling water taps in the UK and how to choose one for you
Buy the best boiling water tap for your kitchen with our roundup of the best six hot water taps
By Zoë Phillimore
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These are the best chair beds for hosting overnight guests if you have limited space
The best chair beds for sitting and sleeping – space-saving overnight hosting solutions tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
By Amy Lockwood
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Best air purifiers 2025 — after testing dozens of models, these are the 9 I’d pick to eliminate dust, allergens, and odours from your home
The best air purifiers for improving indoor air quality, as tested by the Ideal Home team
By Lauren Bradbury
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Wireless lamps are the 'it' lighting trend marrying form and function – here are 6 of the best to shop right now
Convenient and clutter-free? You can sign us up
By Rebecca Knight
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I tested dozens of mops on all floor types - these are my 9 top picks for a spotless finish every time
These are undoubtedly the best mops for laminate, vinyl, amtico, tiled and even hardwood floors
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best pillow for side sleepers – tried and tested for good sleep posture
I've tried and tested the best pillows for side sleepers from Levitex, Tempur, Panda, and a whole host more brands, to help you find the right pillow for your sleep style
By Amy Lockwood
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Ideal Home's top 10 food processors, tried and tested by the team
We've reviewed some of the best food processors for chopping, slicing and dicing
By Molly Cleary
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Best oil filled radiators 2025 – tried and tested
The best oil filled radiators for staying cosy when temperatures drop. We've tested portable heaters from De'Longhi, Pro Breeze and more to find the best-in-class
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best electric heater 2025 – tried and tested portable heaters
The best electric heaters for staying warm, including fan, convector and bladeless indoor heaters from leading brands
By Lauren Bradbury
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The best pod coffee machines, as tested by the Ideal Home team
These are pod coffee machines you need to get your caffeine fix, pronto
By Molly Cleary
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Our tried and tested guide to the 10 best slow cookers will have the perfect pick for your kitchen
Find the best slow cooker from Russell Hobbs, Sage, Crock-Pot, Morphy Richards and Cuisinart with our slow cooker reviews
By Molly Cleary
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The best bean-to-cup coffee machines I've reviewed
For at-home coffee, these machines give you an unbeatable experience
By Molly Cleary
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The best Shark vacuums, as tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
We've tested the best Shark vacuums so you can keep the floors in your home dust, fluff and pet hair-free, from cordless to handheld models
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best patio heater — our tried-and-tested favourites for every budget, from tabletop to wall-mounted
We've tested the best models on the market
By Amy Lockwood
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The 9 best coffee machines, all reviewed and ranked
I've tried dozens of coffee machines to bring you this list of recommendations
By Molly Cleary
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The best vacuum cleaners for pet hair 2025 — 6 models tested in homes with pets, guaranteed to banish hair and dander
Find the best vacuum cleaners for pet hair with our expert reviews
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and tested
The best cooling mattress toppers for a cooler and more breathable sleep – tried and tested options from Simba, Panda, Emma, Silentnight, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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Best cordless vacuum cleaner 2025 — 9 tried and tested models that are well worth the investment
Make cleaning convenient with the 9 best cordless vacuum cleaners that the Ideal Home team can't live without
By Lauren Bradbury