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Katie Scott

Katie has been a journalist for more than twenty years. She started off at the world’s oldest photography magazine, moved into the world of gadgets before becoming News Editor on Wired.co.uk. Her last interview there was with David Attenborough whilst drinking tea in Kew Gardens. A stint in Hong Kong followed where she profiled the startup scene in 25 Asian cities for Cathay Pacific’s inflight magazine. Now back in the UK, she writes for a beautiful spread of titles including Breathe, Happiful and Stylist as well as tackling everything from FinTech innovation to cultural heritage for an array of PR and copywriting agencies.

Recent articles by Katie Scott

How does air conditioning work teaser - unit on a green wall
How Does Air Conditioning Work?
Air Treatment

Demand for residential air conditioning is growing, but what is it and which is right for your home? We spoke to an expert to find out

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What is a HVAC system - unit outside of a house
What Is a HVAC System?
Air Treatment

HVAC systems deliver heating, ventilation, and air conditioning and can be customized to your home

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Types of HVAC system - System being checked by an engineer
What Types of HVAC System Are There?
Air Treatment

As temperatures fluctuate more wildly each year, homeowners need effective countermeasures. We talked to an HVAC veteran about your options

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How Do Humidifiers Work?
Humidifiers

Science shows that humidifiers can help with some health issues. We explore what they do and how this impacts our health

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Can dehumidifiers cool a room - teaser. Woman sits in front of her sofa with an elbow on her dehumidifier and her phone in her other hand
Can Dehumidifiers Cool a Room?
Dehumidifiers

The answer to this question isn’t simple, so we went to the US Department of Energy’s Buildings Technologies Office to get some clarity

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Air purifier vs ionizer - teaser. Air ionizer on a white surface and white background
Air Purifier vs Ionizer: What's the Difference?
Air Purifiers

Studies reveal that household air pollution is becoming a problem, so we found out whether air purifiers or ionizers are the solution

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Are humidifiers good for you - teaser. Humidifier in a bright living room near a window and houseplant
Are Humidifiers Good for You?
Humidifiers

Humidifiers can make homes into havens for those who suffer of skin and breathing conditions. However, they can also encourage mold

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How do you disinfect a toothbrush - teaser. Close up of a toothbrush head in bubbling liquid
How to Disinfect a Toothbrush: Our Top Tips
Dental Care

Your toothbrush is home to bacteria and germs from your mouth and bathroom. We ask an expert on the best way to keep it clean

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Do Humidifiers Cause Mold - teaser. Woman working on computer in office has a humidifier on her desk
Do Humidifiers Cause Mold?
Humidifiers

Humidifiers can relieve the symptoms of a host of medical conditions from asthma to dry skin, but too much moisture could cause mold

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Do dehumidifiers help with mold - teaser. An industrial dehumidifier in a room with black mold on the walls
Do Dehumidifiers Help with Mold?
Dehumidifiers

There are countless types of mold and most homes will have some lurking in a dark corner. We asked the experts can a dehumidifier help?

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