Articles by: Sophie Bird

Sophie is Home Editor at Top Ten Reviews. Starting off her career in print journalism, Sophie then moved to digital and now specializes in lifestyle, home interiors and social media. While she has scooped awards for her journalism, Sophie likes to whip up a storm in the kitchen when she's not writing.

Samsung and Smeg are donating millions of dollars and products to help with the coronavirus pandemic

By Sophie Bird published 2 April 20

News Dyson, Samsung and Smeg are just a few of the big brands that are using their skills to help Covid-19 patients.

How to deep clean your home while self-isolating: tips, secrets, and hacks

By Sophie Bird last updated 22 May 20

If you’re self-isolating now is the perfect time to deep clean your home. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up the best cleaning tips, equipment you’re going to want, and even how to create your own cleaning products when you run out of bleach.

Save 42% with this amazing KitchenAid mixer deal at Macy’s

By Sophie Bird last updated 31 March 20

Deal This KitchenAid mixer is almost half price at Macy’s, perfect for some home baking if you’re self-isolating but still want fresh bread and cakes.

Today only! Get $399 worth of accessories with Nectar's biggest ever mattress offer

By Millie Fender, Sophie Bird last updated 2 December 20

DEAL Nectar is holding its biggest ever sale and there’s just hours left to get $399 worth of accessories when you buy one of its mattresses.

Save $3,000 on this Lifesmart hot tub - the ultimate self-isolation treat

By Sophie Bird published 27 March 20

Deal There’s 46% off this Lifesmart hot tub, which is the perfect treat if you’re stuck at home self-isolating.

Finally, something to spark joy: Marie Kondo is returning to Netflix with a new show

By Sophie Bird published 26 March 20

Marie Kondo is returning to our Netflix screens with a brand new show, this time tidying up a whole town, not just one home at a time.

Where to buy freezers online - today’s cheap deals and in-stock freezers

By Sophie Bird published 25 March 20

Deal Preparing yourself for a lockdown? Here’s where to buy freezers online with the cheapest prices during the coronavirus pandemic.

People in self-isolation are putting Christmas lights up to spread cheer... and it's wonderful

By Sophie Bird published 20 March 20

News Self-isolation has taken a festive turn as many people decorate their homes with Christmas lights to spread positivity during the coronavirus pandemic.

6 ways to create space for a home office

Working from home? Here are 6 ways to create a perfect home office

By Sophie Bird last updated 3 August 20

Feature We've scouted out 6 ways to create a home office with minimal effort and expense.

Dyson's new vacuum range bends so you don't have to

By Sophie Bird published 19 March 20

News Dyson has added to its cordless range with a brand new Reach Under feature that bends so that you don't have to.

Bands livestream free gigs for fans during Coronavirus pandemic

By Sophie Bird published 18 March 20

News You can now stream live gigs at home as Coldplay, John Legend and Charlie Puth, amongst other stars, livestream gigs from their own home due to the Coronavirus.

Samsung ME16K3000AS review

By Sophie Bird last updated 12 November 20

Review The Samsung ME16K3000AS over-the-range microwave offers decent cooking power, but doesn't have many fancy features.

WORX WG896 review

By Sophie Bird published 23 December 19

Review The WORX WG896 is an electric lawn edger that is best for small yards. This machine has a powerful motor to give your yard a crisp, finalized look. It is easy to handle with its three guide wheels and lightweight design.

Greenworks 27032 review

By Sophie Bird last updated 11 June 20

Review The Greenworks 27032 is a corded electric lawn edger that is best suited for small yards. It uses a powerful motor to quickly cut through tough overgrowth, and with the spring-assisted front wheel, you can adjust the depth at which the edger cuts into the lawn.

Magic Chef MCBR440S2 mini fridge review

By Linda Thomson, Sophie Bird last updated 23 July 20

Review The Magic Chef MCBR440S2 mini fridge has 4.4 cubic feet of interior space, making it the largest model we reviewed.

KitchenAid KODT100ESS review

By Angie Parkinson, Sophie Bird last updated 1 June 20

Review The KitchenAid KODT100ESS is a built-in wall oven with plenty of cooking space. This electric wall double oven provides a combined 10 cubic feet of cooking space, making it one of the largest wall double ovens available. It also provides easy-to-use touch controls.

Maytag UXD8630DYS Downdraft Hood review

By Sophie Bird published 28 November 19

Review The Maytag UXD8630DYS Downdraft Hood is sturdy with a modern design. This unit helps remove steam, smoke and grease from your kitchen.

LG LSE4611ST review

By Linda Thomson, Sophie Bird published 28 November 19

Review The LG LSE4611ST gives you some of the most cutting-edge baking capabilities available on electric slide-in ranges.

Whirlpool WEC310S0FB review

By Sophie Bird published 28 November 19

Review The Whirlpool WEC310S0FB slide-in range is a good value cooker but it lacks convection technology for even cooking.

Samsung NX58K9500WG review

By Sophie Bird published 28 November 19

Review The Samsung NX58K9500WG slide-in range gives you the fine-adjustment capabilities of cooking with gas and provides a central griddle area, as well as a good-sized oven.

Whirlpool WEE745H0FS review

By Sophie Bird last updated 17 August 20

Review The Whirlpool WEE745H0FS electric slide-in range has a large oven and seven rack positions that give you plenty of baking room.

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