Cleaning is serious business. As we’ve all spent way more time at home than ever before, keeping our humble abodes looking sparkling has moved much higher up our priority lists. And if you’ve got a little furry four-legged friend, you’ll know the struggle to do this is real and vacuuming most days is a necessity in your home. I do have a little furry friend, in the form of a cat, so I know how...
Are you a squirmer? A leaner? A recliner? Or, maybe an edge of seater? A quick glance around any office will demonstrate that no one person sits in the same way – we all know how we should position ourselves for perfect ergonomics, but that’s not always a reality when we’re distracted by work and the myriad of other tasks we need to perform at our desks. That’s why a good task chair should be...
As any new parent will tell you, those nights in the first few weeks with your baby are a mix of nerves, excitement and exhaustion. Sure, at the start, the adrenalin of having a newborn will see you through, but as the days roll on (and into each other), dragging yourself out of bed – sleepy and sore – doesn’t get any easier, which is where bedside cribs can be helpful. How we tested With such a...
Whether you’re new to dog ownership or have a longstanding pup companion, keeping your four-legged friend flea-free is paramount. It’s easy for your dog to come into contact with fleas, either through other animals or while on a walk in the woods. Nick Sutton, science communications adviser at The Kennel Club, says that owing to their strong back legs, fleas can “jump easily from host to host, or...
Mud kitchens may be a “trendy” item in kids’ outdoor play equipment at the moment – but they are much more than just a trend. And although the name conjures up thoughts of mess, chaos and endless laundry, they’re actually pretty nifty. These flexible areas offer children sensory, imaginative play that supports their development and learning throughout their childhood. Playing with a mud kitchen...
Soft furnishings in the garden is a trend that continues to dominate. From plush sofas to cushions, throws and even rugs, there are tons of ways to transfrom your outdoor space into another living room. And yes, we know what you’re thinking. It’s all very well on a bright summer’s day, but what happens when the unreliable British weather suddenly switches to a downpour? Well, these rugs are all...
Let’s face it – ironing is very far from the top of the list when it comes to our favourite things to do, and we suspect we speak for the entire nation. Clothes steamers – which smooth out creases from a wide range of items without the need for an ironing board – are a brilliant alternative to traditional irons. They not only take up far less space but are more portable, compact and typically...
Nearly a year since we first went into lockdown, it has become clear that many of us will be able to work from home for the foreseeable. For those of us that have long dreamed of welcoming a four-legged friend into our home, it has felt like the perfect time to finally take the plunge and become a pup parent, leading to a boom in dog ownership. Of course, a “pandemic puppy” as they have become...
Pure linen bedding has never been so popular. With a focus on self-care, more and more of us are coming round to the idea of investing in top quality materials in the sack. It’s where we spend a good third of our lives, after all. Linen is made from the long fibres of the flax plant – one of the oldest continuously cultivated plants in the world, and a renewable source that’s fully biodegradable...
Pressure cookers are no longer the scary, screeching hob-top pans that look likely to burst into flames at any moment. Modern appliances are now sleek, do-everything machines that can revolutionise daily cooking and slash prep time for faster, healthier meals even on busy weeknights. Pressure cookers seal steam in with a secure lid so heat can build up above boiling point inside, retaining...