Air Quality
Air Quality advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Air Quality
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I tried out this neat little dehumidifier for a month – it dried my laundry in half the time
The 20L SmartAir Dry Zone dehumidifier tackled my laundry drying woes head on
By Jenny McFarlane
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How often should you change an air purifier filter? Experts urge everyone to follow this timeline to protect their health and home
When was the last time you replaced yours?
By Rebecca Lawton
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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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Experts say this flooring option can improve air quality – and chances are you already have it in your home
Achieving a healthy home environment has never been easier
By Maddie Balcombe
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How to get rid of damp – Expert-approved ways to tackle the different types, banish condensation and keep mould at bay
Get rid of damp and condensation for good
By Jenny McFarlane
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Best dehumidifiers under £100 2025 – 6 tried and tested affordable solutions to combat damp in your home
We've tried and tested the cheapest dehumidifiers from ProBreeze, Russell Hobbs, and more, to find the budget dehumidifiers that still get the job done
By Rachael Penn
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Is this the most beautiful air purifier you can buy? Aesthetic air purifiers are the latest trend I’m obsessed with — and there’s a reason this one keeps selling out
The Briiv Air Filter regularly sells out, but more and more aesthetic (and more affordable) air purifiers are coming out of the woodwork
By Lauren Bradbury
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Heated airers vs dehumidifiers — there’s only one option I choose when I want to dry my clothes quickly (and cheaply!)
On paper, they're both solid options. In reality, there's a surprising winner for drying clothes fast
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to hide a dehumidifier when not in use — 5 ways to make this eyesore appliance invisible in your home
Out of sight doesn’t have to mean out of mind
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to choose a dehumidifier — 5 things you need to know before you buy to get the most out of your money
This is everything you need to make the right decision
By Lauren Bradbury
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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, De'Longhi, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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Aldi's sellout dehumidifier is finally back in the middle aisle – at under £100 you'll need to grab one fast before it's gone again
Last year it sold out in no time, and we predict this year will be no different
By Jullia Joson
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How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier?
We explain how much it costs to run a dehumidifier under the January 2025 price cap, and share ways to cut your bills
By Rachel Ogden
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Dehumidifier deals – when and where to get the best savings on Meaco, De'Longhi, Pro Breeze, and more
How to snap up your best defence against damp and mould for less
By Amy Lockwood
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Is it better to run a dehumidifier during the day or at night? Experts reveal the surprising benefits of both, and where you can save the most
Does the time of day make a difference? Here's what the pros say...
By Jullia Joson
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This bestseller Pro Breeze dehumidifier is currently on sale for under £100 – it's a steal at this price
It's the cheapest we've seen it so far
By Jullia Joson
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Looking for a MeacoDry Arete dehumidifier? This is where you can find them in stock
Move fast – the highly rated MeacoDry Arete dehumidifier is selling out quickly
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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How long does a dehumidifier take to dry out a room? Experts warn these 4 things could be adding hours (or even days) to the job
So, how long do you need to keep your dehumidifier running for?
By Lauren Bradbury
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5 things I wish I knew before buying a dehumidifier, so you don't make the same mistakes I did
Plus, expert tips for choosing the right model for your home
By Jullia Joson
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Find the best air purifier deals for great savings on Blueair, Levoit, Philips, AEG, and more
How and where to shop to improve indoor air quality for less
By Amy Lockwood
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I tested the MeacoDry Arete One dehumidifier one year ago – here's why it's still worth every penny
Our MeacoDry Arete One Dehumidifier review puts this quiet, easy-to-use dehumidifier with dedicated 'Laundry' mode to the test
By Rachael Penn
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I tested an air purifier that doesn't need filter replacements – here's why I'm convinced 5 months on
Is it a game-changer or just a gimmick?
By Jullia Joson
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4 ways to reuse your dehumidifier water around the house, recommended by experts
Get even more out of your dehumidifier
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 reasons why your dehumidifier has stopped collecting water and how to fix them, according to experts
Before throwing in the towel, try these simple troubleshooting methods
By Jullia Joson
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Do dehumidifiers get rid of smells? The answer is a little more complicated than you might think
Experts reveal that dehumidifiers can tackle some odours but not others
By Katie Sims
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10 common dehumidifier mistakes to avoid, according to the experts
Are you using your dehumidifier all wrong?
By Jullia Joson
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Should you leave your air purifier on all the time? Here's what the experts think
Is 24/7 too much or just right? Here's the need-to-know information about how long your air purifier should be on for
By Katie Sims