Laundry
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Steaming vs ironing - which is better for your clothes and which works harder to tackle the wrinkles?
All the pros and cons you need to know about in the divisive steaming vs ironing debate to help you make the best choice
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7 heated clothes airer mistakes that could be doubling your drying time and energy bills
Are you using your heated airer all wrong?
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Are heated clothes airers expensive to run? How much it costs to dry laundry on a heated dryer
We've worked out how much it costs to run a heated clothes airer and how to save on running costs
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Lakeland is offering a special deal on its best-selling heated airers (which are rarely on sale)
They're a fan-favourite winter buy for a good reason
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Minky's new game-changing gadget turns any drying rack into a heated clothes airer – our editors are lining up to try it
Minky’s new clothes-drying system is a game changer, turning any drying rack into a heated clothes airer
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The laundry essential that's taking Instagram by storm – we predict this will be an autumn bestseller
Our editors already swear by the brand
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Public service announcement: Lakeland heated clothes airers are now in stock, run don't walk
Missed out on the cult favourite last year? Now's your chance to shop one now or regret it later
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Are irons losing steam? The Ideal Home team's take on the great ironing debate
To iron or not to iron, that is the question...
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Looking to dry your clothes faster? We've found your next secret weapon for laundry day
Dry:Soon’s first foldable heated airer has entered the chat and it is a lifesaver for small homes
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Are wood burning stoves bad for the environment? The truth revealed
We spoke to the experts to get to the bottom about of whether wood burning stoves really are as damning as rumoured
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Small laundry room ideas – create a hardworking space for laundry
All it takes is careful planning and a stylish look to make sure small is both beautiful and practical
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Laundry room ideas – banish those washday blues with the perfect space
Get on top of the family’s washing with a hard-working laundry room, whatever size you’re working with
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Utility room vs laundry room - how to decide which is right for you
Confused about the difference between a utility room and a laundry room? Our guide will help you pick the best one for your home
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Ewbank Steam Dynamo steam cleaner review
We tried out the Ewbank Steam Dynamo to see how this compact and affordable cleaner could handle a multitude of cleaning jobs
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Best clothes steamers – 9 buys to de-crease your clothes with ease
The very best clothes steamers as tried, tested and loved by the Ideal Home team. From Philips to Tefal and Fridja, all of the best models are right here.
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Polti Vaporetto Smart 100_B PTGB0077 steam cleaner review
Our writer put the Polti Vaporetto Smart 100_B to the test
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Kärcher SC 2 Upright EasyFix 15133470 review: a powerful and sturdy steam cleaner
Kärcher is better known for its workhorses, including large cylinder-style steam cleaners and pressure washers. Our writer put the slimline Kärcher SC 2 Upright EasyFix steam mop to the test on filthy floors.
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Bissell PowerFresh SlimSteam 2234E review: a quick and nimble steam cleaner
This unusual, stick-style steam cleaner has a love-it-or-loathe-it design with the weight in your hand. Our writer put the Bissell PowerFresh SlimSteam through its paces cleaning floors, furniture, fittings and more.
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Budget utility room ideas to create an affordably beautiful laundry space
Simple tips to make your utility feel more luxe on a budget
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Shark Floor & Handheld Steam Cleaner S6005UK review
We put the Shark Floor & Handheld steam cleaner S6005JUK to the test. Find out how this steam cleaner performed on floors and other surfaces
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Must-have Karcher steam cleaner online at Aldi – £50 cheaper than Argos
Available to buy online so you don't have to leave the house
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Can a steam cleaner kill the coronavirus? Here’s what you need to know to stop the spread of germs
The chemical free approach
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No more ironing! Meet the steam closet that dries and presses your clothes – so you don't have to
The LG Styler is set to transform the way we care for clothes, bedding and more
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Obsessed with rose gold? This iron will add a touch of glamour to the household chores
You'll be desperate to do the chores
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Never iron again – meet Effie, the machine that dries and presses all your clothes for you
It's time to put your ironing board into retirement
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Hate doing the laundry? This robot washes, dries, irons and folds your clothes
And it could go into production as early as NEXT YEAR!
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Washer-dryers - our pick of the best
Looking for super efficient washer-dryers? From classic white to super silver and beautiful black, we've picked a selection of our favourite washer-dryers.
