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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The B&Q lighting sale will certainly brighten up your bank holiday weekend – oh, and your home
Make your home cosy with this gorgeous B&Q lighting – it’s affordable, too
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Ding dong! Save £50 on the Ring Stick Up Cam
Improve your home security with the Ring Stick Up Cam – now with an impressive £50 off in the John Lewis bank holiday sale
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The Next bedroom furniture is on sale and we have a feeling you’re going to love it
Makeover your sleep space with stylish Next bedroom furniture. These massive discounts will get you set for the new season
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These Argos Bank Holiday essentials will see you through a last-minute camping trip
Got plans for the Bank Holiday? Whether you're going camping, heading to the beach or even a local park, you'll need our Bank Holiday essentials – all of which are super affordable
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Mrs Hinch: The Activity Journal is already a bestseller. Here’s why you need it
Despite only being available to pre-order for one day, Mrs Hinch’s Activity Journal is already a bestseller. Get the lowdown
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Ikea wants to help us save money (and the planet) by getting involved with the Big Clean Switch
Swedish furniture giant Ikea is urging customers to get involved with the Big Clean Switch. Here’s everything you need to know
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Mrs Hinch signs her second book deal. But it's not about cleaning...
Cleaning guru Mrs Hinch is set to release her second book, later this year. But if it's not about cleaning, what is it about? Here's everything you need to know...
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Bag a Weber gas bbq in time for the bank holiday – this one has £600 off
Deals like this don't come around too often, so make the most of a massive £600 off a Weber gas BBQ
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The best Samsung smart fridge launches in Australia – it’s bigger and more advanced than anything we’ve seen before
Everything you need to know about the Samsung smart fridge 4.0, now available in Australia, is right here
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Samsung SmartThings gets a major update – plus a new smart plug
Samsung have re-entered the smart home race with major improvements to their SmartThings platform
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What is the Internet of Things?
Wondering what the Internet of Things (IoT) actually is? We've cut through the jargon to talk you through the basics
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This is THE BEST Aldi lawnmower 2019 – plus a few more we'd buy
Looking to shop the best Aldi lawnmower 2019? Get ready for your aisle dash...
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Google Home Mini reduced to just $39 when purchased as a pair
Thinking of kitting out your home with Google Assistant? This incredible discount is making the Home Mini a Walmart best seller...
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Women still do the majority of household chores. Here's how to change that
Domestic appliance manufacturer Indesit announces the #DoItTogether campaign in a bid to tackle gender imbalance in the home
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Ring video doorbells used in USA by police for catching criminals
Video doorbells belonging to homeowners in the USA are already being used to help catch criminals. Could this go worldwide?
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Samsung deletes tweet about virus checking smart TVs but should we be worried?
In a (now deleted) tweet, Samsung advised customers to run regular virus checks on their TVs. Here's everything you need to know...
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You can pre-order the new Kindle Oasis today, just in time for your holiday
If you love a beach book – and tend to travel hand luggage only – you need the all new Kindle Oasis in your life
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Rejoice! Ikea announces a new collection aimed at renters and small homes
Ikea announces an innovative new collection, RÅVAROR, designed for renters and those living in small spaces
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Kirstie Allsopp says having a washing machine in a kitchen is 'disgusting'. Discuss
Turns out where you keep your washing machine is somewhat controversial (who knew?)
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Eco-conscious? This NASA-certified smart shower can save 90 per cent of your annual water consumption
As we grow more conscious of our water consumption, this handy smart shower – which purifies and recirculates used water – could be the answer
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Real Homes announces The Hub – the jargon-free, honest guide to smart home tech
If (like us) you're tired of being told that you need every piece of smart home tech going, head over to The Hub for de-jargoned, gimmick-free, honest and impartial advice. If we wouldn't have it in our home, we won't suggest you have it in yours...
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Best smart plug: control your appliances while you're out
The best smart plugs if you want some added security and convenience around your home
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B&Q is coming to a high street near you
The brains behind B&Q are set to launch Good Home – a new concept in DIY stores – in high streets around Britain
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Speaker lamps and speaker shelves: it's Ikea's stylish collaboration with audio experts Sonos
In a bid to make high-end audio more affordable, flat pack furniture giants Ikea have announced their plans to launch a range of stylish speakers
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