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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Plan the kitchen extension of your dreams with our expert guide
Learn everything to do with kitchen extensions so that you can plan and design your own. Here's what you need to know plus 20 brilliant kitchen extension ideas
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How to get rid of mosquitoes in your yard and around the home
Learn how to get rid of mosquitoes in your yard and around the home using natural methods, planting tricks and more to avoid bites, all summer long
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How to plaster walls: Everything you need to know beforehand
Want to plaster walls? Make sure to read this comprehensive step-by-step first
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How to get rid of stink bugs with dish soap, vinegar spray, and more
Keep these smelly pests out. Here’s how to get rid of stink bugs with home remedies and defensive strategies
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Garden landscaping costs – where to spend and how to stay on budget
How much garden landscaping costs – get the lowdown so you can transform your outside space, big or small.
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How to insulate a sunroom – enjoy yours in all seasons
Find out how to insulate a sunroom to get more use out of your space and to save on energy, too.
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How to insulate a shed in 5 easy steps
Bubble wrap, foam boards and fiberglass can help insulate a shed according to experts. Here's how to DIY.
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How to insulate a floor and why it's worth installing
Here’s what you need to know about how to insulate a floor, whether you have a solid, timber, concrete floor or boards – because it could help your home to become more energy efficient, and your bills lower.
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How to choose the best bath: top tub tips from the experts
We are here to help you find the best bath, after all, it is the focus of your bathroom so getting it right is key!
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How to choose a bathroom sink
Looking for a bathroom sink? Whatever your style we have all the advice so you can make the best pick
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How to clean decking – whether it’s wood or composite
Find out how to clean decking – remove dirt, algae, and mold from all decking materials in a few easy steps
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How much do solar panels cost?
Get clued up on how much solar panels cost so you can save on energy bills and reduce carbon emissions
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Renovate or knock down and rebuild: which is more cost-effective?
When does a demolition and rebuild project make more sense than a renovation? Industry experts share their knowledge to help you decide which option is best for you to create your dream home
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Do I need planning permission for a loft conversion?
If you like the idea of converting the loft, but wonder if you need an official go-ahead, find the answer right here
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Love Made’s Insta-famous Haru sofa bed but need to save £££s? Buy this instead
The sofa bed at the top of our lust list has a rival that’s a top deal
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How to clean a glass oven door – degrease, remove stains, and get it looking like new
This is how to clean a glass oven door to perfection, leaving a streak-free oven glass that looks brand new
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5 unusual container gardening ideas Monty Don’s shown off on Insta
Bring interest and originality to your plot with these brilliant container gardening ideas – and buys – from our favourite gardener
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5 oven cleaning hacks from Mrs Hinch that are sooo easy
It’s not your favourite job, right? But with these tips from the cleanfluencer oven cleaning will be super simple
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How to clean an oven with baking soda, vinegar, lemons and more for quick results
These are the best ways to clean an oven quickly and efficiently using natural baking soda, vinegar, lemon juice and more for super sparkling results.
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How to clean gutters like a professional – with or without a ladder
Get a pro finish using a pressure washer or leaf lower, or tackle this job from the ground with our advice on how to clean gutters (safely)
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to choose the perfect paint colours for every room in your home
Find out how to select the perfect shade for every room in your home in our comprehensive guide to choosing paint colours
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How to sharpen lawnmower blades (safely)
Find out how to sharpen lawnmower blades without coming to harm with our expert guide
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Vax ONEPWR Blade 3 cordless vacuum review
The Vax ONEPWR Blade 3 is a nifty design that'll power round to bring up carpets and hard flooring a treat. See how it scored in our testing
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Vax ONEPWR Blade 4 cordless vacuum cleaner review
The Vax ONEPWR Blade 4 is a flexible cleaner that gets everywhere you need it to, and gives brilliant results
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