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The 14 best tumble dryers, according to experts

The 14 best tumble dryers, according to experts

Published by Sam Flores

Our inclement weather makes drying clothes on a line all year round nigh-on impossible, so the Great British public has two choices: a cheap-to-run heated clothes airer, or a convenient but energy-intensive tumble dryer. Or so you might think. In fact, the best tumble dryers these days are decidedly low-energy, costing around 60p per load but the tricky part is weighing up how much to spend up front. Tumble dryers at the affordable end are less energy efficient, so could cost you more in the long-run. Heat pump tumble dryers are more expensive, but don’t require as much electricity to generate heat, making them more energy-efficient and cheaper in the long run. We’ve broken down the differences between heat pump, vented and condenser tumble dryers below and asked experts for recommendations of specific tumble dryers. Where possible, we’ve got hands-on experience with the tumble dryers in question and answered your tumble dryer FAQs. The best tumble dryers: At a glance How to choose a tumble dryer The best tumble dryers have multiple programme settings – …

The best rattan garden furniture for 2024, recommended by experts

The best rattan garden furniture for 2024, recommended by experts

Published by Sam Flores

As we approach longer days and warmer weather, now’s a good time to look for the best rattan garden furniture. You’ll want garden chairs on the patio, the barbecue going and a bottle of rosé chilling in an ice bucket. Former Telegraph gardening writer Cinead McTernan is a rattan enthusiast. “My modular corner sofa has absolutely transformed how much we use our outdoor space,” she says. “I go for synthetic polyethylene rattan because it’s so light and easy to look after. A quick blast with a pressure washer at the start of the season and you’re ready to go.” As McTernan suggests, synthetic rattan garden furniture is a good choice because it’s usually more waterproof and sold with a long warranty. McTernan bought her set from Sweeek but there are great selections at Maze and Outsunny among others, ranging from under £300 to over £2,000. You can find our full reviews of the best rattan garden furniture below, followed by answers to frequently asked questions. But if you’re in a hurry, here’s a quick look …

The best washer-dryers for a two-in-one solution to laundry

The best washer-dryers for a two-in-one solution to laundry

Published by Sam Flores

A washer-dryer seems the perfect space-saving alternative to buying separate washing machines and tumble dryers, and is usually more affordable. Still, you don’t want to get stuck with a subpar combo, which could run up high electricity costs and leave clothes damp after the drying cycle. If this is the case, you may want to buy a cheap-to-run heated clothes airer. Washer-dryers can cost anywhere from £350 to more than £2,000 but for most people, you’ll still be making a saving compared to buying separate machines. The two main types of washer-dryers are freestanding and integrated, which are fairly self-explanatory, but you can read more about what to look for in a washer-dryer in the FAQs section below. Freestanding washer-dryers tend to be more popular, which is why I’ve focused on them for this guide. I’ve also asked experts for advice and their own recommendations of specific washer-dryers. The best washer-dryers: At a glance How to choose a washer-dryer Choosing the best size and capacity for your home are key when buying a washer-dryer. “It’s …

All 32 Topshop stores return to UK high streets MAPPED – see full list and check your area | UK | News

All 32 Topshop stores return to UK high streets MAPPED – see full list and check your area | UK | News

Published by Sam Flores

Topshop is making a long-awaited return to the UK high street in a different guise. (Image: Getty) Topshop is making a long-awaited return to the UK high street today after closing the last of its standalone stores in 2021. The iconic fashion brand will appear in all of John Lewis’s 32 department stores on Tuesday (February 17) as part of a partnership between the two brands. The large scale relaunch of its in-person shopping offering is part of an expansion of new brands for the coming spring/summer season as John Lewis continues a £800 million long-term investment across its branches. It comes after the John Lewis Partnership confirmed the department store business would be teaming up with Topshop last year, starting with pop-ups in several of its stores. READ MORE: Iconic shop to return to high street just weeks after Christmas in 32 locations READ MORE: Full list of Topshop stores coming back to UK high streets Topshop is returning to physical retail as part of a partnership with John Lewis. (Image: Getty) Topshop and …

The 15 best cordless vacuums, tested by experts

The 15 best cordless vacuums, tested by experts

Published by Sam Flores

Reviewed by Kulwinder Rai Shark’s flagship cordless vacuum cleaner comes loaded with features including auto detection, which automatically varies the suction power according to the levels of dirt, light, proximity to corners and edges and the floor type. There are front and rear “headlights”, an anti-hair wrap feature and “reverse clean” floorhead tech which means the vacuum cleans as effectively pulled backwards as it does when pushed forward. In use, there’s more than enough power for cleaning short-pile carpet as well as hard flooring and it sailed through all of my torture tests. It collected hair efficiently, the auto detection capabilities proved effective, and, as advertised, it did seem equally effective forwards and backwards. Handily, this vacuum folds over for stable storage in a cupboard, against a wall or in a corner and its accessory roster is decent too. Meanwhile, build quality is robust and the design intuitive. The battery’s charging time was a little slow at four hours, but I got around 30 minutes run time in the default PowerDetect mode, which is good. …