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Best heated airers, tried and tested for drying laundry indoors

Household appliance tester Zoe Griffin investigates which heated airers genuinely make wash day easier

Evening Standard · Sep 30

Can a £12.99 changing robe replace my DryRobe? I tested both after a River Thames swim

For cold-water swimming in the warmer months, this is the budget buy you need

Evening Standard · Aug 4

Laundry expert reveals surprising way to make towels softer at home

The advice is contrary to belief

The Independent UK · Jun 4

This expert-approved heated clothes airer is only £25 ahead of Black Friday

This budget-friendly appliance just got even cheaper

The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2025

I drank Spatone every day to see if it could boost my iron levels – here’s what I found

Mixing Spatone with fruit juice is the best way to start the day

The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2025

11 best anti-snore pillows, tried and tested for better sleep

Breathe easy ’til morning, with these wedge, orthopaedic and memory foam pillows

The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2025

The Easylife XL heated airer could save you hundreds of pounds – but how quickly can it dry your clothes?

Perfect for big households, this laundry hero costs just 7p an hour to run

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2025

9 best balance bikes for kids to build their confidence, tried and tested

Help little ones burn off energy with these pedal-free balance bikes

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2025

I’m a runner - these are the 9 best head torches for running and hiking

I tested a range of head torches to see which are the best for running and hiking

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025

11 best corded vacuum cleaners, tried and tested by an expert

I’ve found the best plug-in vacuum cleaners for keeping floors and carpets free of dust and crumbs

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2025