Home & Garden

Smoke Alarm Buying Guide

Smoke Alarms Buying Guide

Posted by June 9th 2023

Keeping your home safe from house fires is important. It goes without saying! That’s why, in Australia, all homes are required to be fitted with a smoke alarm. With all different types available, it might …


Fly Screen Buying Guide

Fly Screen Buying Guide

Posted by August 8th 2022

Fly screens are a handy addition to any house, but what type should you get? Learn how to keep bug free year-round at Canstar Blue.


Pool Pump Buying Guide

Pool and Spa Pump Buying Guide

Posted by April 11th 2023

Whether you’re getting a new pool, or replacing an old pool pump, we have a few tips to help you find the best for your home.


Shower Head Buying Guide

Shower Heads Buying Guide

Posted by August 12th 2022

With constant deadlines and responsibilities flooding our minds every day, sometimes the bathroom can transform into the unexpected oasis we need to escape. And it’s little things like shower heads that can make a big …


types of lawn in Australia

Varieties of lawn in Australia

Posted by September 14th 2022

What type of lawn should you plant in your garden? Here is a rundown of the most common types in Australia to help you decide.


Portable BBQ Buying Guide

Portable BBQs Buying Guide

Posted by August 8th 2022

Portable barbecues are perfect for almost any occasion where space is at a premium. Read our guide on brands, prices and features.


ALDI reveals swimming pool gear Special Buys

Posted by July 25th 2022

With summer just around the corner, it seems like the perfect time for ALDI to bring out its pool gear Special Buys. All types of pool essentials will hit the middle aisle this Wednesday (24 October) …


ALDI rolls out its lawn mower and other gardening gear

Posted by July 25th 2022

The weather is warming up, and the grass is starting to grow, so ALDI’s lawn mower Special Buy event is here. This Saturday (September 1), ALDI’s middle aisles will feature lawn mowers and other garden essentials, …


Kitchen Scales Buying Guide

Kitchen Scales Review & Guide

Posted by August 15th 2022

While often associated with bodybuilders and counting calories, kitchen scales are a handy addition to any household, regardless of whether or not you’re looking to make a few healthier lifestyle changes. Kitchen scales are essential for …


LG A9 Reviewed

LG A9 Handstick Vacuum Review

Posted by March 24th 2023

Cordless handstick vacuums are the future of vacuuming and make the dreaded household chore an easier task, with LG one of the brands leading the revolution. Along with Dyson, LG is putting an end to corded vacuum cleaners …


Move Appliances Safely

How to move your appliances… safely

Posted by March 13th 2023

Most people will agree that transporting your appliances from one house to another is the most stressful part of moving. They are typically the largest, most bulky, and awkward items in your home. Plus, they …


Natural oven Cleaners

A guide to natural oven cleaner

Posted by June 10th 2022

As they’re designed to make quick work of some of the toughest and most neglected messes and stains in the home, oven cleaners can contain some pretty rough ingredients. That leaves you with two options …


A guide to sunscreen for dogs and cats

A guide to sunscreen for dogs and cats

Posted by August 15th 2022

We all know how important it is for us to keep sun safe. But what about our pets? Canstar Blue compares sunscreen options for cats and dogs.


mozzie bands guide

Do mosquito bands really work?

Posted by September 14th 2022

Mosquito repellent wristbands have quickly become a popular alternative to smelly, sticky insect repellent sprays. But do they work? Find out more at Canstar Blue.


Homemade Laundry Detergent

DIY laundry detergent: Does it wash up?

Posted by September 12th 2022

Making your own cleaning products can help you save money and the environment. But does DIY laundry detergent really scrub up? Find out at Canstar Blue.