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I tried 'decision fatigue decluttering' – it's made clearing out my home feel so much easier

If you struggle with making decisions when decluttering, setting a few simple rules before you start could be the answer

Woman & Home

Not quite a vacuum, but not a steam cleaner either – I tested Kärcher’s unique new floorcare appliance to see if it has a place in our homes

See how it fared against flour, baked beans and a raw egg

Ideal Home

I don't know how I managed without my IKEA fridge organisers: 4 game-changers for restoring order

My fridge has never looked better, thanks to four simple storage accessories that make my everyday a little easier

Woman & Home

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I tried using the Gymproluxe Pilates reformer for 30 days—my home workouts have never been better

A promise of studio-quality Pilates at home for a fraction of the price—here's what I thought

Fit & Well

Wardrobe editing is a new anti-decluttering trend - so, does it work? I've tried it and have thoughts to share

This could be the best alternative to wardrobe decluttering I've found

Woman & Home

I’ve been trying this 15-minute anti-desk Pilates routine for a month—it’s seriously helped counter the effects of sitting

My stiffness has basically vanished

Fit & Well

I knew this handheld vacuum cleaner meant business from the moment I started testing – it’s a powerful, compact dust-buster

However, it does have a major drawback

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What happens when the iconic Henry cylinder vacuum ditches its cord? I tested it to find out (and spoiler alert: I loved it)

It's proof that old-school design still has its place

Ideal Home

I tried the 'didn't know' decluttering method to purge unnecessary stuff – it's a game-changer

If you don't like making decisions when decluttering, this method's for you

Woman & Home

I Tried Frog Presses, The Workout Move Hailed As The Best For Boosting Strength At Any Age - And, Wow

The most underrated Pilates move I've tested.

Marie Claire

I Tried Calf Raises, The Workout Move Hailed As The Best For Boosting Strength At Any Age, and Can Confirm: They're Seriously Underrated

Simple, effective, and doable from home? I'm sold.

Marie Claire

It’s almost impossible to buy a cordless vacuum for under £200 – I tested one that’s just £160, and it’s a hard floor hero

It’s a solid, no-frills cordless vacuum that doesn't cost the earth

Ideal Home

I Tried Pvolve’s Brand New Longevity Bundle, Which Experts Are Calling “The Ultimate Anti-Ageing Secret” - And I'm Officially a Convert

In a word: obsessed.

Marie Claire

I tried the Japanese 5S method to organise my home — it's a game-changer for keeping on top of things day to day

Sort, set, shine, standardise, and sustain

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I didn't expect Lakeland's £99 cordless vacuum to impress me – but it’s the best budget-friendly model I’ve tested so far

It's proof that you don’t have to spend a fortune for a decent cordless vacuum

Ideal Home

I tried Marie Kondo's KonMari folding method to organise my clothes – my drawers have never looked better

This one's a keeper

Marie Claire

I Tried Single-Leg Glute Bridges Every Day for a Week – and Wow, My Glutes Are Still on Fire

Could the small but mighty move really fire up my glutes, correct imbalances, and build strength where it’s most needed?

Marie Claire

The Clocks Changing Always Throw Me – so I Tried Mel Robbins’ Viral Five-Step Evening Routine to Supercharge My Sleep

Trend worth trying or wellness fad?

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This Philips air purifier has made my home cleaner than ever – it's smart, stylish and a solid all-rounder

It's very energy-efficient, too

Woman & Home

I've been using the 30-day minimalism challenge to declutter my home – it's the most brutal method I've tried

While the 30-day minimalism challenge won't be for everyone, it's the ideal way to purge your home of years' worth of stuff

Marie Claire

Standing Pilates Is the Latest Trending Lazy Girl Workout - I Tried a Week of It, and It's Anything But Easy

Two words: it burns!

Woman & Home

I tried the 'move out' decluttering method – here's why it makes letting go of things so much easier

If you struggle to part with clutter, this simple mindset shift could be the key to decluttering more decisively

Ideal Home

I swapped my Dyson handheld vacuum for this budget-friendly Gtech alternative — this is why I love it

It's a lightweight, budget-friendly handheld vacuum that punches well above its weight

Ideal Home

I tested Blueair’s ‘smallest smart air purifier’ for two weeks in my home — it’s a quiet powerhouse for cleaner air

For under £130, it’s a solid all-rounder

Ideal Home

I tried a crease release spray on my crumpled bedding – it's safe to say that I won't be ironing my sheets any time soon

Crease spray is the quick, easy trick for fresher, less crumpled-looking bedding

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