House Manual
Why experts say to spray vinegar around your home in October
Experts are warning homeowners to spray their pathways and patios with vinegar this October to stop spiders from entering their…
Lakeland’s sellout £2.99 condensation mitt is back in stock
Autumn has arrived, and so has the condensation. While I’ve often struggled to keep on top of the moisture build-up on my old…
IKEA has launched a brand new service to help you move home
We all know and love IKEA for their smart, stylish and affordable furniture, but with the introduction of the brand new Life at…
Check your eligibility for OVO’s free electric blanket scheme
From today, the energy company OVO will be handing out free heated throws to those in need as part of the OVO Extra Support…
This bestselling Kärcher window vac is my top early Prime Deal
Although Amazon Prime Day (or ‘Prime Big Deals Day’ as it’s being called this year) doesn’t officially kick off until the 7th of…
I’ve had a heat pump for 6 months – here’s what I’ve learned
When we built our extension, one of the biggest questions was how we might want to heat it. We knew we wanted something modern…
What’s your best trick for staying warm without the heating?
This week on Ideal Home all our discussions have been dominated by the drop in temperature, and all the tricks we’re using to…
Do not turn your heating on until you’ve completed this job
As it starts to get colder, it becomes more and more tempting to reach for the thermostat, but before you switch your heating on…
Dyson’s new heater means I don’t need my heating on just yet
Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP1 Purifying Fan Heater deals Summer is officially over, and colder temperatures are on the horizon. But…
Martin Lewis reveals the best way to heat your home
There’s an undeniable chill in the air as we edge ever closer to the winter months. And now it is time to start thinking about…
This is the best time to put your heating on in the morning
I hate saying it, but there is definitely a chill in the air this week, and the time has come to start thinking about switching…
I’ve found the best way to clean underneath appliances
As Ideal Home’s Cleaning Editor, my home has long been a testing ground for new products and cleaning hacks. And while I’d love…