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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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Where to buy the best garden furniture – these are the only places I'd recommend after hours of testing outdoor sofas, dining sets and more
I’ve spent countless hours trying and sitting on everything from garden chairs to outdoor lounge sets to arrive at these top 13 retailers
By Sara Hesikova
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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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I've spent the last year testing the best budget mattresses under £500 – these are my 3 top recommendations
If you're looking for a cheaper mattress, these are the ones to shop
By Amy Lockwood
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Best coffee grinders: Brew better coffee with our tested burr grinders
The best coffee grinders will transform your morning cup from so-so to stunning – discover our top rated picks from Sage, Fellow, Aarke and more
By Sasha Muller
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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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The best hot tubs for every budget – I've selected affordable and energy-efficient models to turn your garden into a spa
From affordable to energy-efficient inflatable hot tubs and even a cutting-edge foam option, it's all here
By Annie Collyer
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The best portable air conditioners for cooling, heating, and beating winter humidity
I've selected the top portable air conditioners to keep you cool this summer – and there's one to suit every budget
By Amy Lockwood
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The 7 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 patio heater for every space and budget – tried-and-tested favourites that will warm up chilly summer nights
Wall-mounted, tabletop and more
By Sophie King
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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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We've tested the best pillows for side sleepers, neck pain and much more
We've tried and tested the best pillows from all the leading brand names to curate our top recommendations for side sleepers, back sleepers, front sleepers, neck pain, and much much more
By Amy Lockwood
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Best dehumidifiers for banishing damp and drying laundry fast — tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Alongside a team of experts, I've tried and tested the best dehumidifiers from Meaco, Pro Breeze, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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Best steam cleaners and mops — my 6 tried and tested favourites that I’d recommend for whole-home cleaning
After reviewing, these are the best steam cleaners and mops I’d recommend for spotless floors, kitchens and bathrooms
By Lauren Bradbury
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I've spent over 10,000 hours testing the best mattresses for side sleepers – these 3 are the winners
If you sleep on your side, these are the 3 mattresses you'll want on your radar
By Amy Lockwood
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These are all of the best pizza ovens, as tried by the Ideal Home team
We've tried all of the best pizza ovens from Ooni, Ninja, Gozney, and more at home, to tell you which one is best
By Molly Cleary
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Best pans for induction hobs – tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Investing in new pans for your energy-efficient induction hob? Here are my top picks of induction friendly cookware
By Jessica Carter
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I found the best steam iron so you can power through that laundry pile
I tested the best steam irons side by side to find the best for tackling every laundry need
By Molly Cleary
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I'm a Sleep Editor, and these are the 6 best memory foam pillows I've tested
I've slept on them all, and these are the best brands of memory foam pillows to shop
By Amy Lockwood
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The 5 best deep fat fryers – tried and tested from De’Longhi, Lakeland and more
The top models to safely create delicious treats at home
By Helen McCue
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We've tested the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
We've reviewed the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
By Molly Cleary
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We've found 3 of the best woks for stir-fries
Make stir-fries in a jiffy with the best wok
By Millie Fender
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Best cordless vacuum cleaner 2025 — 9 models I’d pick after rigorous testing and real-world home trials
Make cleaning convenient with the 9 best cordless vacuum cleaners that the Ideal Home team can't live without
By Lauren Bradbury
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My kids and I camped out in our living room to find the best air beds for hosting overnight guests – these are my 6 top recommendations
To sleep extra guests or to take camping, these are the best air beds money can buy
By Zoë Phillimore
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Rattan garden furniture will always be a classic, and I've found 9 on-trend pieces that will make any patio look good
I’ve scoured countless brands’ and retailers’ collections to find the best rattan outdoor furniture in every category, from garden chairs to lounge sets
By Sara Hesikova
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The best mattresses – tested by our experts for a great night’s sleep
Top recommendations for all budgets and sleepers, from Simba, Emma, Tempur, Hypnos, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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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