Laura is Brand Development Director for Real Homes, focusing on digital content. She has written about homes and interiors for the last 12 years and was Deputy Editor and Editor of Real Homes before taking on her current position. She's currently renovating a 1960s house in Worcestershire, doing as much as possible on a DIY basis.
Laura Crombie
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How to clean a stainless steel sink using baking soda, vinegar, club soda and more
Learn how to clean a stainless steel sink using common household ingredients your already have in your pantry; it takes seconds and is so worth it
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How to bleed a radiator in 5 simple steps
Learn how to bleed a radiator yourself to get rid of cold spots and annoying gurgling – whether you have the bleed key or not.
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Real Homes rates Animal Crossing: New Horizons room designs
Laura Crombie casts a critical eye over a fresh set of player creations
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons Garden Critique
Real Homes’ Laura Crombie casts her professional eye over some creations and gives some handy tips
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Expert Animal Crossing: New Horizons home design tips
Real Homes’ Laura Crombie on making the most of your AC house
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Best wine fridge: 10 top wine coolers for a perfectly chilled glass at home
Searching for the best wine fridge? Look no further, as we’ve got all the options for chilling your favourite bottle
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Staircase lighting ideas – 17 styles to light up your treads
These staircase lighting ideas are both stylish and practical solutions for this oftentimes dimly-lit space.
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Which cordless vacuum should you choose? Find out in our shoppable video review
We put leading brands of cordless vacuum from Shark, Vax and Dyson to the test to reveal which is best value for money. Watch the results in our shoppable video
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Simba Hybrid Kids Mattress review
We put the new Simba Hybrid kids' mattress to the test to see how it fared against a fussy three-year-old – and equally fussy parent
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How to tile a floor step-by-step for a professional finish
It's all in the preparation and technique when tiling a floor. Do it yourself with our step-by-step video and guide.
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A guide to painting doors – how to refresh front doors, uPVC, composite and more
Painting doors is easy with our expert advice. This is how to get professional results on your front door, internal uPVC, wooden or composite door type.
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Electric car charging at home: Everything you need to know
If you're thinking of investing in an electric car, here's what you really need to know about charging it at home
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Before and after: A concrete courtyard gets a fairy-tale makeover
We'd love to go out for dinner in this transformed garden with its antique touches, soft lighting and lush flower beds
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How to get rid of wasps and yellow jackets – with natural home remedies and more
Here's how to get rid of wasps for good, including the best ways to get rid of a wasp nest – plus tips for ensuring they don't come back
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Before and after: we're lusting after the interior AND exterior of this eclectic kitchen extension
James and Pamela took a slow and steady approach to their design for a space that's perfect from every angle
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Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Security Camera review: for peace of mind night AND day
Confused about the best device to keep your home secure? With wireless battery power, two-way talkback, 2K HD camera and lighting incorporated, the Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Security Camera could be the answer to your prayers
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10 Black Friday shopping secrets – get ready now
Read our Black Friday shopping secrets to bag a bargain with ease this year
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Should I buy a sofa in a box? Swyft's Model 02 sofa tried and tested
Can you really put the Swyft sofa in a box together in five minutes and without any tools? We put one to the test
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Loft conversion ideas – 25 ways to design your loft conversion
A loft conversion is a clever way to transform your attic into practical space – let these loft conversion ideas be inspiration to your design
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A gardener's calendar – all the garden jobs to tend to, month by month
Follow our monthly gardener's calendar to discover the best time to complete all the essential outdoor jobs
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Painting a deck this Bank Holiday? Here's all the kit you need
A Bank Holiday (with good weather) spent in lockdown is the perfect time to paint a deck. Here's all the kit you'll need, including the best decking paint, stains and oils
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Real Homes Show this week: living room paint ideas, loft conversions and cleaning hacks
Tune in to our online TV show now for loads of easy ways to transform your home, plus an amazing George Foreman competition
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Fitting a kitchen made easy: here's how to do it right
Fitting a kitchen yourself can save you money and give you more control over your design – here's what you need to know
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Is your loft suitable for conversion? There are two easy ways to find out...
If you need more space then watch this week's Real Homes Show to find out when it's really worth converting your loft
