Most of us spent idyllic childhood summers splashing about in the family paddling pool. Here are the best modern versions...

Your baby may not be an heir to the throne, but every little one deserves the good start in life that these nursery items provide

Have fun with the children, and the rest of your family, this summer with this range of old and new games to suit all budgets

Have fun with the children, and the rest of your family, this summer with this range of old and new games to suit all budgets

The British fan season may well be regrettably short - but for the time being, here are the finest devices for keeping cool

These days telephones are something of a fashion statement, and here's our list of the most stylish ways to stay in touch

From Mexican chimineas to outdoor fireplaces, we look at ways of keeping warm and toasty on cool summer evenings

From barbecues for your patio to solar lights for your flowerbeds, Trish Lorenz digs out all the kit you’ll need to enjoy getting green fingers this spring

Trade in your mop and bucket and get to work on that stubborn grease and grime

Make your twice-daily brushing routine less of a chore – and more effective – with this all-singing, all-dancing dental kit

It's no longer enough to just boil water... The latest kitchen appliances look smart, think smart and even save you money

Set your sights - and your seats - high with this colourful collection of seats for little ones at the dinner table

Lightweight but powerful, these suckers are just the things to make vacuuming quick and easy with no tangled wires

From chic shades and pendants to glowing globes for your garden, Kate Watson-Smyth flicks the switch on the most desirable designs to brighten up your home

You can economise on everything from train tickets to phone bills – and get hold of lots of free stuff – if you know where to click