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I tested Gtech's newest (and most affordable) cordless vacuum " for *only* "180, I didn't expect it to impress me as much as it did
10+ hour, 4+ min ago (1850+ words) The Air RAM 2 Core Cordless keeps things refreshingly simple, but it won't suit every household Lightweight and easy to manoeuvre Simple, no-fuss set-up and controls make it incredibly easy to use Affordable compared to many premium vacuum models No tools…...
5 things that people with consistently cool homes in summer always have " heatwave essentials that will keep your home comfortable when it gets hot
12+ hour, 4+ min ago (1169+ words) This is how to keep your home as cool as possible While it's lovely that summer weather has finally arrived in the UK, I do hate when my house gets too hot for comfort. As someone who's not very heat…...
These 3 kitchen storage styles will make your kitchen look more expensive in 2026 - they're the secret to a stylish, high-end design
15+ hour, 4+ min ago (686+ words) Banish clutter and create a more elevated design with these 3 ideas There's a lot to consider when designing a kitchen, but there's one thing that stands out above the rest - good kitchen storage ideas. It's essential to any well-functioning cooking…...
It's been two years since I first reviewed Ninja's electric Woodfire Outdoor Oven " here's why it's still my outdoor entertaining must-have
11+ hour, 4+ min ago (990+ words) It's an impressively versatile outdoor oven Almost exactly two years ago I got my hands on the Ninja Woodfire Electric Outdoor Oven (was "349. 99, now "299. 99 at Ninja) to review for Ideal Home, which you can read my review of here. As…...
A fan won't stop you feeling sticky in hot weather " to tackle humidity at home this is what experts recommend you use instead
16+ hour, 4+ min ago (664+ words) A fan may help circulate the air, but you'll need something else to actually lower moisture levels I don't know about you, but whenever a heatwave like this hits, I'm always thinking about how to keep my homes comfortably cool…...
3 ways to outsmart porch pirates and stop them stealing delivery packages from your doorstep, according to security pros
18+ hour, 4+ min ago (78+ words) Kezia Reynolds joined the Ideal Home team as News Writer in September 2024. After graduating from City, University of London in 2022 with a bachelor's degree in journalism, Kezia kicked off her career spending two years working on women's weekly magazines. She…...
Pocket woodlands are the secret to transforming shady garden corners " these are the easy planting tricks I learned from an RHS Chelsea garden designer
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (760+ words) They're ideal for tiny spaces Here's something I didn't expect to learn at the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show: how to create a pocket woodland in my back garden. I spoke to the Garden's designer, Ashleigh Aylett, to find out how…...
5 outdoor kitchen trends to get your garden ready for hosting and dining - from low-cost paint updates to lighting that adds ambience
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (1010+ words) You won't want to leave your garden all summer The promise of a sunny weekend makes our minds immediately go to eating and cooking outside, but what the mind naturally forgets over the course of the year, is the many…...
7 natural predators to encourage into your garden to keep pests away from your plants and control weeds too " no harsh chemicals needed
2+ day, 11+ hour ago (1259+ words) Easy ideas to help you have an eco-friendly " and weed-free " garden If aphids, slugs and other garden pests are turning your outdoor space into a battleground, it might be time to let nature lend a helping hand. Creating a healthy,…...
This boot room colour trend isn't going anywhere in 2026 " Lick's new collaboration with Hunter is the perfect excuse to try it out in your home
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (792+ words) This heritage hue has been given a contemporary twist by Lick Boot room ideas often have a distinctly country, heritage feel to them. Typically found situated by the back door in farmhouses, they serve as a barrier between the indoors…...