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TikTok convinced me to clean my oven with cling film
If you’re anything like me, you’ll have a love-hate relationship with cleaning. There’s no denying that the end result feels…
I stopped using my tumble dryer for a month
As someone who writes about all aspects of home energy for a living, I do try to practice what I…
3 one-time ways to improve your home’s energy efficiency
Now that may parts of the UK are seeing temperatures creep into double figures, your home’s energy efficiency may not…
6 surprising things you can clean in a dishwasher
Dishwashers, it turns out, can clean far more than our pots, pans and crockery. Once you know all the things…
Russell Hobbs Bladeless Fan with Cool & Heat Function Review
Russell Hobbs Bladeless Fan with Cool & Heat Function (RHBLDL25) dealsAs someone who works from home, being able to create…
4 surprising things driving your energy bills up in spring
When spring and summer roll around, we can typically expect our energy bills (depending on what tariff you have) to…
Dreo Atom 316 ceramic fan heater review
Dreo Atom 316 dealsAs winter is finally turning a corner into spring, I’m using the heating less and less. Plus,…
Gtech vs Dyson: which is the better investment?
Although there are countless vacuums out there, only a few brands are impressive and innovative enough to consistently deliver on…
How we test electric heaters and oil-filled radiators
Here at Ideal Home, we’ve been recommending the best products for your home for more than 100 years. As Ideal…
How do oil-filled radiators work and do they retain heat?
Not everyone wants to keep their central heating running all day long – let’s face it, energy bills can skyrocket…
How long should an electric heater be on for?
While the wet weather has meant we’ve seen slightly milder temperatures, it’s definitely not time to pack away your portable…
Abode Horizontal and Vertical Fan Heater Review
Abode Horizontal and Vertical Fan Heater (AFH1001B) dealsHeating my uninsulated 1970s extension can be quite the chore and pretty expensive…