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This is how long your oil-filled radiator should last
Understanding how long an oil-filled radiator will last and how you can maximise it’s lifespan is surprisingly important. After…
Are smart electric heaters worth it?
Electric heaters are nothing new, but with more and more models coming to market boasting a whole host of smart features, there’s…
Where is the best place to put an electric heater in a room?
Electric heaters can be a great way to give a room a blast of heat quickly and efficiently and are beloved of many homeowners who…
5 ways to use your electric heater more efficiently
While you might be toasty warm with your central heating on at home, when it goes off, low outside temperatures mean you probably…
What are the modern alternatives to oil-filled radiators?
There are lots of different ways to heat a home these days and, while many homeowners rely on central heating, there are still…
This Argos drainer has made me rethink how I wash up
The washing-up is easily one of my least favourite jobs. And the part I hate most? Dirty dish water pooling on my worktops. I’ve…
Oil-filled radiator & electric heater — how they differ
If you’re looking for a secondary heating option to complement your central heating on the chilliest of days, then you might be…
2 IKEA Smart home sensors I can’t wait to get my hands on
IKEA is quickly becoming one of the best places to shop for affordable smart home accessories, and the retailer has just dropped…
How I’m using Storm Chandra to identify draughts at home
Storm Chandra is here, battering the UK with high winds, lashings of rain and even snow in some areas. And while this weather…
Are oil-filled radiators suitable for large rooms?
Staying warm in a large room can be a challenge, especially if you don’t want to keep whacking your central heating on for…
I’ve found a genius way to clean a fridge drain hole
As Ideal Home’s Cleaning Editor, my home has become the ultimate testing ground for cleaning tips, tricks and new products. And…
How to spot woodworm and treat it in old furniture
We love secondhand furniture. Bargain purchases on eBay and Facebook Marketplace can help you decorate your home on a budget…