23 July 2010
For a tiny vacuum cleaner that’s big on performance, look no further than the impressive Dyson City DC26. Engineered over five years to make every part as compact as possible, the DC26 provides all...
24 August 2010
If you're planning to go away for the summer, it's time to get yourself beach or pool-ready - and a big part of that is getting rid of any unwanted hair. You could easily spend a fortune on expensive...
24 August 2010
If you're still labouring away every morning and night with your trusty old manual toothbrush, it's time to join the 21st century and go electric. From basic brushes to precision powerhouses, there's...
24 August 2010
For many of us, improving our diets is associated with giving up our favourite food. But it doesn't have to be that way. The George Foreman grill has proved to be a global success story and there’s...
23 July 2010
We all know that fried food is great as an occasional naughty treat, but it's also at the top of any healthy-eating hitlist. Step forward Tefal's revolutionary Actifry – using a unique cooking...
23 July 2010
Technology has transformed all aspects of our lives, and the kitchen is no exception. The latest generation of kitchen appliances strike the perfect balance between innovation and practicality, and...
23 July 2010
Celebrity chefs have one thing right: kitchens should be a place to enjoy exciting new experiences and create new flavours. So think of your cooker as a playground, rather than just an appliance – ...
28 April 2010
It's difficult to get excited about buying a new fridge or freezer – they're noticeably absent from the front covers of technology magazines. But that doesn't mean there haven't been advances in...
21 May 2010
The surge in popularity of high street coffee shops has led to a growth in the range of machines designed to produce the perfect café-style espresso, cappuccino or latte at home. Whether it's from...
25 May 2010
Choosing the right iron is crucial as it can make light work of what is traditionally seen as a chore. The right iron can significantly reduce the amount of time you’ll spend ironing whilst also...
28 April 2010
Electric shavers have many advantages over the traditional wet shaver. They’re quick and as easy to use as running your hand across your face. They’re less messy than a wet razor and they’re safer....
16 July 2010
Microwaves aren't just a student essential but a great addition to any household, offering a quick and convenient way of cooking. Excellent for anything from defrosting to cooking a whole meal, some...
28 April 2010
Steam injection is the latest innovation to hit high-end washing machines, shortening cycles, improving efficiency and even removing the wrinkles from your clothes in some cases. Find out how steam...
28 April 2010
Looking to buy that special someone a present but have no clue what to get? Bored of traipsing around the shops and finding nothing that excites you? Or are you simply looking for something...
29 April 2010
With its great looks and huge capacity, American fridge freezers are becoming more common in UK kitchens. They offer many more features than traditional fridge freezers. Check out our guide to see if...
28 January 2010
Choosing which washing machine to buy was once one of the easiest decisions you could make because there was such limited choice available. Now, there's a huge variety of laundry appliances...
21 May 2010
Traditional espresso machines force hot water through ground coffee under pressure to produce the kind of strong espresso coffee and cappuccinos you get in coffee shops. They're the perfect addition...
21 May 2010
If you want the ultimate coffee at home then you need to start at the source. Bean to cup machines take roasted coffee beans, and crush them into coffee grinds, before forcing heated water through...
21 May 2010
Coffee pod systems make the process of preparing a cup of great tasting coffee as simple as possible - without the mess. With an increasing amount of choice on offer, selecting the right one for you...
22 February 2010
The kitchen is often seen as the heart to any home. With this is mind we have compiled a list of must have gadgets and their key features, which will not only revolutionise the way you think about...
24 August 2010
Vacuum cleaners come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes, from small battery handhelds for picking up crumbs to high-performance cleaners for the larger house. This is not to mention Deep Cleaners,...
29 April 2010
Dishwashers are a great appliance to save you time and effort within the kitchen. If you’ve just cooked a three-course meal the last thing you want to do is spend ages washing up, especially when a...
29 April 2010
Freestanding cookers give you complete freedom to choose the design, fuel and features to suit your taste. Whether you’re remodeling your entire kitchen or simply upgrading inefficient old...
29 April 2010
For saving space and blending seamlessly into your kitchen’s decor, nothing beats a built-in cooker. Virtually all built-in cookers are electric, making for straightforward installation and superb...
29 April 2010
Good cooking starts with a great cooker and nothing celebrates the joy of food like a range cooker. A typical range will have two side-by-side ovens, as many as six hob burners and handy extras such...
08 March 2010
There has never been more choice when it comes to completing your kitchen with counter-top hobs. Gas, electric, induction and halogen – each has its strong points and the good news is that all share...
25 February 2010
Fridge-freezers combine chilling and freezing in one affordable, eco-friendly appliance. Fridge-freezers are available to suit every kitchen – and every wallet – with designs that can squeeze into...
18 August 2010
With a chest freezer, you need never fear Bank Holiday shop closures or getting snowed in – you'll always have enough food in the house. Most have compartments large enough to store whole salmons,...
25 February 2010
The hottest products in cooling combine the huge capacities of chest freezers with the slimline 60cm width of fridge-freezers. Upright freezers aren't just more practical for normal-sized kitchens,...
24 August 2010
Cut the apron wires and welcome your kitchen into your digital life, with a new generation of wireless home appliances. The internet is coming to your kitchen, getting ready to organise your life,...
05 August 2010
Going green in the kitchen not only helps save the planet, but helps you save money too on reduced energy bills. Read on as we explore the anatomy of an eco kitchen. How green is my kitchen? Being...
24 August 2010
Harnessing the power of the sun has never been easier, with today's solar tech able to charge iPods, run flatscreen tellies and draw hot baths even under the grey skies of Britain. We check out the...
24 August 2010
Even the most talented chef will tell you that equipment can play almost as important a part in producing culinary masterpieces as ability. And today's technology means that equipment can do more for...
24 August 2010
There are many ways to get yourself into better shape, but one essential factor is to eat healthily - and that job centres around the kitchen. From clever fridges that keep food fresher for longer to...
24 August 2010
From the icy shelves of the freezer to the blasting heat of the oven, the kitchen is a place of vastly contrasting temperatures. Get them wrong and you can face all kinds of culinary disasters, but...
24 August 2010
If you think that washing machines aren’t at the forefront of innovation, think again. LG’s latest creation is a washing machine that manages to squeeze a mighty 11kg drum into a standard-sized body....
24 August 2010
There’s nothing that does more for your self-confidence than knowing you’re looking your very best. And with summer just around the corner, it’s time to shed those winter woolies and get a plan for...
24 August 2010
Keeping your oven clean can be one of the least pleasant of your kitchen tasks, but today’s cutting-edge cookers can do a lot of the hard work themselves, leaving you facing little more than a quick...
24 August 2010
Wouldn't it be great if your vacuum cleaner could clean the house by itself while you were out, giving you a clean home to return to every day? Step forward the iRobot Roomba, the robotic vacuum...
29 April 2010
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29 April 2010
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29 April 2010
Home Appliances Glossary - Need help to understand some of the things we’ve talked about in our articles or that you've seen elsewhere? Our glossary of terms is here to help...