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.
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How to clean a radiator – remove dust inside and out
Clean radiators easily using your hairdryer, the vacuum, scotch and more. Banish dust inside and out to keep them working efficiently.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Water damage repair in a house – the cost to fix it and where to start
The costs and considerations when repairing a water damaged ceiling or wall in your house
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Leaking pipes – common causes and what to do
How to deal with leaking pipes in your home with advice from the experts
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to install guttering DIY
Find out how to install guttering yourself safely to stop rain water damaging walls and foundations fast.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to tile a fireplace – DIY your way to a great new look
Discover how to tile a fireplace. A revamp is easy with these steps and advice from the experts
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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How to hang Christmas lights – dress up your home beautifully
Find out how to hang Christmas lights outdoors to maximum effect. This is how the professionals do it
By Jaclyn Turner Published
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How to clean a TV screen – without streaks or damaging your TV
Need to know how to clean a TV screen without causing harm? Here’s the expert way to a clear picture
By Lucy Searle Published
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How to clean a fireplace: expert tips for brick, stone, and more
Want to find out how to clean a fireplace? Keep yours looking fabulous with our essential guide
By Helaine Clare Published
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How to clean a chimney: expert tips to keep yours working safely and efficiently
Get savvy about how to clean a chimney. This is what you need to know about this essential job
By Roger Hunt Published
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Christmas light safety: what you need to know from the experts
Follow our guide to Christmas light safety and enjoy a magical display for the holidays
By Lindsey Davis Published
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Best food delivery boxes: find a meal kit to make dinner time easy
The best food delivery boxes and recipe kits will make mid-week menus much easier to plan. See our top picks for every household and every budget
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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How to clean a wood burning stove in 3 easy steps
Find out how to clean a wood burning stove inside and out with advice from the experts
By Helaine Clare Published
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Radiant floor heating – how does it work and is it worth the cost?
Stay cozy with radiant floor heating. These are the different types, and the costs to consider ahead of installation.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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A guide to solar panels for the home – the costs and benefits
Fit solar panels for the home and generate electricity, or heat water. Consider the pros, cons and costs.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How much does replacing a furnace cost?
From materials and labor to square footage and more considerations – this is how much replacing a furnace costs and why it can be so expensive.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to choose living room furniture
Shopping for living room furniture? Whether you’re just after a new sofa to revamp your space or starting for scratch, our guide has you covered
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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The best sofa brands: 12 top places to shop for a new sofa
Which are the best sofa brands in terms of the range of styles available, great service and realistic prices? It’s all in this guide to the top sofa retailers
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Installing a furnace – everything you need to know
Get the lowdown on installing a furnace – how long it takes and whether to DIY or call in a pro.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Types of boiler – the basics and the best option for your home
There are three main types of boiler available for the home – gas or oil-fired and electric – this is what you need to know.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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What uses the most electricity in a home?
Discover what uses the most electricity in a home and you can save energy and money.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Buying a vacuum cleaner? John Lewis’s expert has the know-how you need to make the right choice
Get the vacuum cleaner that’s ideal for your home with unmissable advice from a John Lewis expert
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Types of heating – the best systems for your home
A guide to the best types of heating systems available for your home, and how to keep yours working efficiently.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Prefabricated homes explained – the advantages and where to start
Wondering about the benefits of prefabricated homes and want to know more? Get the lowdown
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Manufactured homes vs. modular homes – the main differences
In the matchup of manufactured homes vs. modular homes how do the two choices rate? Here’s the answer
By Sarah Warwick Published