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The best mattress under £1,000: which one should you buy?
Orthopaedic, memory foam or even the support of 2,500 pocket springs, a good mattress doesn’t have to cost the earth
By Aimee Bradshaw •
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6 best dishwashers for cleaning your crockery 2018
Save time and money on your energy bills with a handy dishwasher to do the hard work for you. Here's our guide to the best dishwashers
By Sarah-Jane Butcher •
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6 of the best kitchen faucets
Pack both design and functionality into the kitchen sink with our list of the best kitchen taps
By Aimee Bradshaw •
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Buyer's guide to steam ovens
Create healthier, professional-standard dishes in your kitchen with a little help from a steam oven – here's what you need to know before you buy
By Jacob Ingram •
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9 best mattresses for side sleepers
Choose the right mattress to cater to your sleeping position from memory foam to hybrid options
By Sarah-Jane Butcher •
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Our top 5 dish racks and drainers
Drain your dishes and keep your kitchen counter tidy with these dish racks and draining mats
By Sarah-Jane Butcher •
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The best freestanding and integrated ovens 2018
From the kids' fish fingers to your turkey dinner on Christmas Day, turn up the heat with our top picks for the best ovens
By Real Homes •
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The best floating shelves
Organise ornaments, create displays and arrange your books with our selection of the best floating shelves
By Aimee Bradshaw •
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10 sofa beds for traditional homes
Choosing a sofa bed for your traditional home? We've got it sorted with our expert guide
By Hebe Hatton •
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Kitchen worktops: which materials, from granite to quartz, laminate, glass and hard wood?
The choice of kitchen worktops can seem overwhelming, but it’s worth taking the time to get this hardworking surface right. Here are the pros and cons of the main worktop materials
By Jacob Ingram •
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The best kitchen tables
No matter what size room you’ve got to work with, or how many surprise guests you’re lumped with, our selection of the best kitchen tables will see you right
By Real Homes •
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The best memory foam mattress 2018: our top picks for soothing bad backs, aches and pains
Thanks to their additional support, memory foam mattresses relieve pressure points to help remedy back pain and achy joints
By Aimee Bradshaw •
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The best bar stools
From the furniture world’s most iconic chair designs to budget-friendly (but deceptively expensive-looking) buys, this is our pick of the best bar stools for your kitchen or diner
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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The best kitchen lighting: from pendants to spotlights
Brighten up your kitchen with some stylish and practical lighting options
By Sarah-Jane Butcher •
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The best ice cream makers
Nothing beats homemade ice cream, so scoop up one of our best ice cream makers for summer 2018 and ace gelato, frozen yoghurt, sorbet and more
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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The best secateurs: these pruners are top of the chops
When pruning time rolls around, you’ll want a good set of pruners on your side. With anvil and bypass options galore, be sure to check out our list of the best secateurs before you buy
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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The best mattress for a good night's sleep in 2018
Let our list of the best mattresses on the market, from memory foam to pocket springs, latex to sheep’s wool, help you on your quest for the perfect night’s rest
By Real Homes •
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The best lightweight vacuum cleaners 2018
Keep your home dust free with ease using our pick of the best vacuum cleaners that are light and easy to manoeuvre
By Sarah-Jane Butcher •
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The best storage containers for clothes
Whether it’s for the day, for the season, or for a long time, storing your beloved items is a contentious issue: do it in style and safety with our best storage containers for clothes
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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The best robot vacuum cleaners 2018
Cleaning doesn’t have to be such a chore with these high-tech robot vacuum cleaners that do the work for you
By Real Homes •
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The best metal garden furniture
Strong, beautiful and built to last – what’s not to love about metal garden furniture?
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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The best planters for indoors and out
Give a plant a home, and a protective and perfectly styled one at that, with our selection of the best planters and pots for houseplants, shrubs, and even fruit and veg
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
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The best sofas under £500
From two seaters to corner sofas, we’ve put together a list of the best sofas under £500 for a budget-savvy set-up
By Aimee Bradshaw •
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How to create the perfect traditional bedroom
Find out how to create the perfect traditional bedroom, from selecting the ideal bed to choosing furniture, flooring and window dressings
By Jacob Ingram •
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Choosing an English kitchen
Famed for its cabinetmakers, Britain has a wealth of skilled artisans producing English kitchen cabinetry and furniture for period homes, from traditional and classic to rustic and reclaimed options. Take a look at some of the best English kitchens for your home
By Paula Woods •
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How to create a traditional family kitchen
Whatever its size, the kitchen is the place where everyone gathers. We look at the key ingredients that go into creating a traditional family kitchen
By Lucy Searle •
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The best garden games: make the most of the summer
Get the family together for some fun in the sun with these outdoor games
By Sarah-Jane Butcher •
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The best cordless vacuum cleaners 2018
These are the best cordless vacuum cleaners out there right now from Dyson and Hoover to Numatic and more
By Real Homes •
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The best paint for kitchens
Wall paint, tile paint, even worktop paint – updating the look of your kitchen has never been simpler or speedier than with our round-up of the best paint for kitchens
By Carys Lowry-Carter •
