Sarah Warwick
Sarah is a freelance journalist and editor writing for websites, national newspapers, and magazines. She’s spent most of her journalistic career specialising in homes – long enough to see fridges become smart, decorating fashions embrace both minimalism and maximalism, and interiors that blur the indoor/outdoor link become a must-have. She loves testing the latest home appliances, revealing the trends in furnishings and fittings for every room, and investigating the benefits, costs and practicalities of home improvement. It's no big surprise that she likes to put what she writes about into practice, and is a serial house revamper. For Realhomes.com, Sarah reviews coffee machines and vacuum cleaners, taking them through their paces at home to give us an honest, real life review and comparison of every model.
Latest articles by Sarah Warwick
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How to organize deep pantry shelves — expert ways to optimize space
See how to organize deep pantry shelves like the professionals. Get your snacks, drinks, and ingredients in order with these tips from expert organizers
By Sarah Warwick Published
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10 comforter storage ideas — expert ways to stash
Discover comforter storage ideas approved by experts. See the best ways to stash this bulky item around the house so it's out of sight, out of mind
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to organize bathroom shelves — 10 strategies straight from the pros
Experts share their best tips to organize bathroom shelves once and for all. See how to tame loose toiletries, towels, skincare and more
By Sarah Warwick Published
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18 window treatment ideas for living rooms, dining rooms and beyond
The best window treatment ideas will add privacy and style to a living, dining room, or open-plan space with curtains, blinds, and more
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How to clean oven racks — our expert-approved method for sparkling results
Learn how to clean oven racks in the tub, using foil, baking soda, vinegar, and more expert-recommended methods, for impressive results every time.
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How to arrange furniture in a small dining room — 8 expert tips
Make your eating area work for you by deciding how to arrange furniture in a small dining room
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How to arrange furniture in a small bedroom — according to the pros
Clever expert tricks when arranging furniture in a small bedroom to nail style and keep things as spacious as possible
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How to arrange furniture in a small kitchen — 8 top tips from pros
Super advice from organization and design pros on arranging furniture in a small kitchen to make best use of limited space
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FYI: This is the ultimate moving-out checklist
This is the essential moving-out checklist, with tips for getting organized and handy to-do lists to tick off before you ship out...
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3 cheap ways to insulate drafty rental windows ASAP
Here are five ways to insulate windows quickly and keep your home warm for less
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A 9-step guide to installing kitchen cabinets yourself, for a pro finish
You can install kitchen cabinets yourself no problem. Measure carefully and take it one step at a time when replacing base and wall cabinets to upgrade your cooking space.
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How to calculate your kitchen island size according to experts
The right kitchen island size is crucial to a successful room design. This is all the information you need to know to get it right.
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Hotpoint washing machines: 5 of the best models and deals
Looking at Hotpoint washing machines and wondering which is the best to buy? Here, we recommend our five favourite models plus link you to the very best deals
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Loft conversion stairs: a complete guide to a successful design
The stairs of a loft conversion can be the key to a successful design. Here’s what you need to know
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How to get rid of black mold – an expert guide
Spotted this pesky fungus in your home? Here’s how to get rid of black mold in showers, on walls, in your basement or bathroom. How to DIY and when to call in a professional.
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How to clean a patio – whether it’s concrete, pavers, slabs, bricks or stone
Find out how to clean a patio whatever yours is made from. Here’s the lowdown, plus our brilliant video guide
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Side return extensions: 18 ideas to help plan, design and budget for yours
Side return extensions can transform narrow, dark back rooms into airy and open plan spaces. This guide will help you plan, design and budget for yours
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Garage insulation – different ways to insulate garage doors, walls and floors
If you're pondering garage insulation, we've laid out all the benefits of insulating garage doors, walls and floors, as well as the different options for doing so
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Home insulation: the best types to make your home snug and warm
Efficient home insulation will make your home cosy in winter and reduce your energy bills
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How to clean laminate flooring – best ways using a mop, vinegar or a vacuum
You've been cleaning laminate flooring all wrong. This is how to get that pristine, no-streak, gleaming finish, using a mop, vinegar and other wonderful ways.
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Insulating a wall – best methods and materials for external and internal walls
Insulating a wall, including external and internal walls, can help ensure your home is energy efficient. Choose the best method and materials for solid or cavity walls.
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The KonMari checklist – 5 golden rules of tidying (some of them will surprise you)
Want Marie Kondo-style order in your home? Follow this 5 step KonMari checklist and expect the unexpected
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How to extend a house – an expert guide to planning your extension
Use this expert guide for an A-Z on how to extend a house successfully. From good planning to design know-how and more – get it right from the start
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How to descale a Keurig to keep your coffee maker brewing beautifully
Need to know how to descale a Keurig? Use our guide to keep your brewer free of mineral deposits
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