Emily Shaw
Emily first (temporarily) joined the Real Homes team while interning on her summer break from university. After graduating, she worked on several publications before joining Real Homes as Staff Writer full time in mid-2018. She left the brand in 2020 to pursue another career, but still loves a second-hand bargain and sourcing unique finds to make her rented flat reflect her personality.
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How to clean white shoes – and keep them white
Learn how to clean white shoes with our step-by-step instructions – we teach you to tackle canvas, leather and more
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Ring doorbell sale: these doorbell deals make home security affordable for Christmas
On the hunt for a Ring doorbell sale deals? We've got the best prices on all the makes and models right here
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Ring doorbell deals: get a discount on a smart doorbell in time for Christmas
On the hunt for a Ring doorbell deals? We've got the best prices on all the makes and models right here
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Get yourself a Samsung 43in Ultra HD 4K Smart TV – now with over £120 off
This Samsung 43in Ultra HD 4K Smart TV now has over £120 off – get this mega deal in time for Christmas
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TV deal of the week: save £200 on Samsung The Frame
Save a massive £200 on Samsung The Frame – one of the best TVs currently available and without doubt the most stylish
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Get a pet trackers for just £30 and never lose your furry friend again (especially in the dark)
Make a saving on this top rated pet tracker and ensure you never lose your pet again – the perfect present for pet owners who have to do dog walks in the dark...
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This handy Google Chromecast is the ultimate stocking filler – and it's only £20
Gift a Google Chromecast this Christmas for endless, easy streaming. The ultimate stocking filler, it's currently just £20 at Currys...
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TV deal of the week: grab this 49 inch Samsung smart TV for £100 off
Samsung TVs are amongst the best – so we couldn't miss out on the opportunity to share this whopper of a discount
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Gaming consoles: Playstation, Xbox, Nintendo, PS4, VR, projectors... all the gifts for gamers you need
These gaming consoles are our top gifts for gamers if you're seeking gift inspiration for kids (or kidults) this Christmas
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Christmas gifts for girls: 18 great buys (boys will love too)
Whether it's your sister, daughter or best friend, our pick of Christmas gifts for girls should save you some legwork. Spoiler: they're not all pink...
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Christmas gifts for boys: 14 fab ideas (girls will love too)
Fill your boots with Christmas gifts for boys (and girls), whatever your budget... we've got a bunch of ideas
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Best smart thermostat
Enter into a world of ease and efficiency when it comes to controlling your heating, hot water, underfloor heating and more
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This Ikea lighting will transform your living space – for less than £10 or $20
Ikea lighting is just what you need to transform a tired looking space for less than £10
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Wow! Next lighting nails lighting trends and looks WAY more expensive than it is...
Shop our favourite Next lighting finds for a designer look, without the designer price tag...
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These are the best gu 10 smart bulbs to up your smart lighting game at home
Upgrade your spotlights with our pick of the best gu 10 smart bulbs – they're super handy and will transform your lighting scheme
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Tado Smart Thermostat research reveals the North/South divide when it comes to turning on the heating
Tado Smart Thermostats monitor energy usage – which provides interesting insights into when Northerners turn on their heating, compared with Southerners
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This Pooky lighting will give your kitchen a high end feel (without the high end price tag)
Pooky lighting is stand-out enough that it can transform a kitchen – without breaking the bank
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These Habitat lighting ideas have some serious designer appeal
These gorgeous Habitat lighting ideas will help you get the designer look for less
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Google go green: here's how the tech giant's smart home buys are becoming more sustainable
Google bids to become more sustainable in the production of its smart home tech – proof that smart buys could contribute to a greener future
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A smart mirror is the next big thing... here are just five things you didn't know they could do
We're predicting the smart mirror will be the next smart home essential... Trying out new looks, checking your diary while brushing your teeth... here are the reasons why you need one
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Suffer from SAD? The Ikea smart bulb can help you beat dark mornings and ease the winter blues
Shopping Ikea this weekend and a SAD sufferer? The Ikea smart bulb now offers a 'rise and shine' setting designed to make dark winter mornings that little bit easier
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The Tado smart thermostat could help you save up to 31% on your heating bill – and it's super affordable to install
According to experts, the Tado smart thermostat could help you save as much as 31% on your heating bill – find out more
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Enhance your home security – and ensure you're never locked out again – with the Nuki Smart Lock
Aside from making your home more secure, and relinquishing the need for keys, this is why you need a Nuki Smart Lock
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Boilers you can control with your voice? They're a thing... and this is how
A collaboration between Google and Boxt means you can have a 'smart' boiler in your home
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