Annie Collyer
Annie joined the Real Homes team in 2018 as our Deals Editor. Now, as our UK Shopping Editor, she spends much of her time giving advice on what you need to add to your shopping cart. Whether that be a sofa bed for your spare room, accessories to give your space a new lease of life, shiny new appliances for a kitchen or some smart tech for an easier life. She's also our fitness and beauty guru, with hands-on experience with some of the top hair tools and the best home gym equipment around. Otherwise, you can find her rearranging the furniture in her space-savvy London flat, DIYing accessories to fit with her ever-changing colour scheme, or going on long walks with her pug. Next up on her to-renovate list is her bathroom...
Annie Collyer
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Best hedge trimmer: 7 top buys for tidy bushes and shrubs
Take the elbow grease out of keeping shrubs in check with the best hedge trimmer. See our top picks of both cordless and corded models for every budget
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Best paint for kitchen cabinets: 8 paints for cupboard doors
The best paint for kitchen cabinets; transform your kitchen the quick, easy and affordable way with the best paint for kitchen cupboards
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5 homeware sales to shop this weekend – and what to buy
The best homeware sales to shop online this weekend, ahead of payday. From Oliver Bonas to The White Company...
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8 best patio cleaners 2021: top buys for a spotless patio
The best patio cleaners will do the hard graft of ridding your patio of algae, while you sit back and relax in the garden
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Amazon spring sale: 14 best deals for your home – don't miss out
Shop the Real Homes edit of the best Amazon spring sale deals – including homeware, appliances, cleaning products and much more
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Swyft Sofa Model 03 review: is this is the best sofa in a box for pet owners and renters?
The Swyft sofa Model 03 boasts a rare balance of stylish and practical. Here's why pet owners, renters and flat owners need it in their lives...
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Disney Plus 2021: your what's on guide
Here's what's coming to Disney Plus in 2021 – in the UK and US...
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BISSELL CrossWave Cordless Max review
We tested the BISSELL CrossWave Cordless Max in our home –is this the best new multi-surface cleaner out there?
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Sodastream Spirit review – it's the best ever eco purchase I've made
We put the Sodastream Spirit to the test – is it worth the money, and a spot on your kitchen counter?
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The £6 washing machine product that pet owners NEED – as recommended by Mrs Hinch
Mrs Hinch has wowed us with this washing machine hack to rid your blankets, clothes and more from your pet's hair – it even dissolves the hair so as not to clog up your washing machine
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33 last-minute Valentine's Day gifts your other half will love – order now for delivery
The Real Homes edit of the best Valentine's Day gifts to give in 2021 – last-minute buys that will arrive in time for February the 14th
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Mrs Hinch swears by this £4.50 Amazon buy for refreshing grout – you NEED to try it!
This £4.50 grout cleaner is loved by Mrs Hinch – and now us – for transforming tired tiles and dull bathrooms
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Proscenic P11 vacuum cleaner review: the cordless stick vacuum that can mop too
We've reviewed the Proscenic P11 vacuum cleaner mop and we think it's a very convenient purchase for smaller homes with hard flooring. Here's what else...
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Cloud Nine Wide Iron review: why this is the best wide hair straightener ever made
We put the Cloud Nine Wide Iron to the test – here are the (five-star) results
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Dafni Allure review: the portable hair straightener that fits in your handbag
We put the Dafni Allure cordless hair straightening brush to the test – how well does this compact, cord-free hair tool perform?
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Best hair curlers: 10 top buys for 2021
Invest in the best hair curler and say goodbye to boring hair. Here are the best tongs, wands, brushes and more...
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This new B&Q furniture range has us wanting to redecorate in lockdown
5 things we love from the new B&Q furniture range – don't miss out!
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Beauty Works Waver review: beachy waves that last for days
We put the Beauty Works Waver to test on our hair. The results? Beachy, effortless waves that last for days. Here's what else we loved about it...
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Best multi gym for home: 9 top buys to bring the gym home
Use our guide to find the very best multi gym for home use. Whether for your spare bedroom, garage or dedicated home gym...
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Best sofa sale: the top January sales sofa deals from John Lewis, Made, Wayfair and more
Looking for a good sofa sale? We have rounded up the best sofa deals that you can order online – get a new sofa for the new year!
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Washing machine deals: the best January washing machine sales – Bosch, Haier and more
Deals Check out our roundup of washing machine deals to keep on top of the laundry, for less. There are loads of great offers thanks to these January washing machine sales
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January sales: shop the best home deals from Amazon, Wayfair and more
Make your home the best place to be in 2021 with top offers in the January sales. From appliances to decor, see our best picks from your favourite stores
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The best home buys Real Homes editors made this year – and where you can buy them
Here's a look into what we, as an online magazine, bought for our homes this year. From new sofas to tumble dryers and throws...
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The best things to ask Alexa – 25 questions and commands for this voice assistant
These are the best things to ask Alexa – to help you in daily life, to make you laugh and more
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