Jenny McFarlane

London

Senior Digital Editor at Ideal Home

Senior digital editor @idealhome • previously @realhomes @granddesignsmag @goodhomesmag @iconeye @PHOENIXmagUK @LUXECityGuides @SUITCASEmag @RedMagDaily

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Should you iron your bedding or is it a waste of time? Help us settle the debate

1 week ago | idealhome.co.uk | Jenny McFarlane

I'll say it again: I'm not the biggest fan of ironing. So when I was asked the question 'should you iron your bedding?', it was a hard no from me. I do love to dress a bed, especially when I have guests staying, and there's something so lovely about slipping into a freshly made bed after a hard day's slog, but I've never, ever thought about ironing the sheets before putting them on the bed.
Should you iron your bedding or is it a waste of time? Help us settle the debate

1 week ago | inkl.com | Jenny McFarlane

White bedroom with grey headboard and hanging plants above bed. I'll say it again: I'm not the biggest fan of ironing. So when I was asked the question 'should you iron your bedding?', it was a hard no from me. I do love to dress a bed, especially when I have guests staying, and there's something so lovely about slipping into a freshly made bed after a hard day's slog, but I've never, ever thought about ironing the sheets before putting them on the bed.
What I wish I knew before buying a clothes steamer – don't make the same mistakes I made

2 weeks ago | idealhome.co.uk | Jenny McFarlane

I've admitted it before, I have a love-hate relationship with ironing. So, when I finally got my hands on a clothes steamer, I felt like I’d found the ultimate shortcut to smooth fabrics and easy wardrobe care with no ironing board in sight.
I tried Lakeland's small but mighty dehumidifier in my windowless bathroom – it's a moisture-zapping game changer

3 weeks ago | idealhome.co.uk | Jenny McFarlane

If, like me, you live in an old house and you’ve ever opened the cupboard under the sink only to be greeted by that unmistakable musty scent of damp, you’ll understand the low-key joy that comes from finding a fix in the shape of a reasonably-priced gadget that actually works to combat moisture. Enter: the Lakeland Small Dehumidifier, £24.99, which is a compact, unassuming little thing that’s made a rather impressive difference to the nooks and crannies of my family home.
Lidl's budget bladeless fan is back and it's a summer heatwave steal – run, don't walk to pick one up before it sells out

4 weeks ago | idealhome.co.uk | Jenny McFarlane

Lidl’s £69.99 bladeless fan is back in stores from 1st June at just the right moment. With the UK anticipating another heatwave (anytime now, please), many of us are digging out every cooling trick in the book, and the might be one of the most affordable to buy right now at just £69.99 (£54.99 with Lidl Plus). Let’s be honest: when it comes to the best fans, Dyson usually steals the show. They’re stylish, whisper-quiet, and packed with features.
The 3 air conditioner mistakes that are ramping up your electricity bill – and experts reveal the ways to avoid them

1 month ago | idealhome.co.uk | Jenny McFarlane

As we edge closer into summer, with temperatures on the rise, many of us turn to air conditioning for comfort, but did you know you could be making some air conditioner mistakes that could be quietly driving up your electricity bill?
Shark has just launched a brand new portable misting fan and I found it a cooling game changer

1 month ago | idealhome.co.uk | Jenny McFarlane

Shark has launched a brand new misting fan that’s already a big hit in my house. Enter the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo. A hybrid cooling and misting fan that promises to keep you chill, whether you're on your patio or headed out for a picnic with the family. It's Shark's second foray into the world of cooling. The original Shark FlexBreeze launched last year to rave reviews, quickly becoming one of the best fans on the market and it even won one of our coveted Garden Awards.
This is the method every editor I know uses to keep fruit flies out of their homes - and you can do it too for just £2

1 month ago | inkl.com | Jenny McFarlane |Heather Young

Close-up of a bottle fly on a plant. Apple cider vinegar is the secret ingredient that Ideal Home’s editors swear by to keep fruit flies out of their home during summer - and this is how you can use it, too. One of the biggest downsides to hot, sunny weather is the emergence of flies, lingering around your kitchen, bins and garden furniture, which is why you’ll be in need of an effective method to stop flies from coming into your home. But you need look no further.
Can the Dyson Purifier Cool PC1 replace your fan and air purifier? I put it to the test in my home during the height of allergy season

1 month ago | idealhome.co.uk | Jenny McFarlane

With spring in full swing and the pollen count climbing by the day, there’s never been a better time to invest in an air purifier fan. So when the brand new Dyson Purifier Cool PC1 landed on my doorstep, I was eager to put it through its paces with all of us suffering badly with the sniffles. Known for their sleek design and smart technology, Dyson’s latest model promises to deliver powerful cooling while quietly clearing the air of allergens and pollutants.
Should you buy a steam cleaner or a carpet cleaner? Experts reveal which one you really need to deep-clean your carpets

1 month ago | inkl.com | Lauren Bradbury |Jenny McFarlane

In fact, when it comes to how to clean carpets properly, steam cleaners and carpet cleaners each have their own pros and cons, which can make deciding which one to use feel overwhelming. So, we've consulted the industry pros to determine the winner of the steam cleaner vs carpet cleaner debate once and for all. Vax Steam Fresh Combi S86-SF-C Our top-rated steam cleaner is this Vax offering, which comes with a carpet glider to easily refresh your carpets (and even your rugs).

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Articles

Should you iron your bedding or is it a waste of time? Help us settle the debate

Should you iron your bedding or is it a waste of time? Help us settle the debate

What I wish I knew before buying a clothes steamer – don't make the same mistakes I made

I tried Lakeland's small but mighty dehumidifier in my windowless bathroom – it's a moisture-zapping game changer

Lidl's budget bladeless fan is back and it's a summer heatwave steal – run, don't walk to pick one up before it sells out

The 3 air conditioner mistakes that are ramping up your electricity bill – and experts reveal the ways to avoid them

Shark has just launched a brand new portable misting fan and I found it a cooling game changer

This is the method every editor I know uses to keep fruit flies out of their homes - and you can do it too for just £2

Can the Dyson Purifier Cool PC1 replace your fan and air purifier? I put it to the test in my home during the height of allergy season

Should you buy a steam cleaner or a carpet cleaner? Experts reveal which one you really need to deep-clean your carpets

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