Win a 5,000€ Smart Home Upgrade at ISE 2026!
Stop Dreaming of a Smart Home. Own One. To celebrate being in Barcelona, we’re giving one lucky winner a 5,000€ Smart Home Upgrade, fully installed by our pro team. Whether you want to fix your smart lighting, get your music playing in every room, or finally have Wi-Fi that actually works, we’ve got you covered. […]
LED Light Bulbs vs. Smart Lighting: Why Your Home Feels Cold
Ever walked into your living room and felt like you were about to have a tooth pulled? If your home feels cold, sterile, or just “off”, your LED light bulbs are likely the main issue. Most people head to the shop to buy a standard light bulb, grab the brightest one they see, and wonder […]
What is Circadian Light? (And Why Your Home Needs to Mimic the Sun)
Dragging yourself out of bed in the dark? It’s not laziness. It’s human nature. At The Real Smart Home, we believe your house should work with your biology, not against it. If you feel sluggish until noon and “wired” at midnight, your home’s lighting is likely fighting your internal clock. Stop struggling with the winter […]
What is an Uninterruptible Power Supply? (And Why Your Smart Home Needs One)
We’ve all been there. You’re relaxing, and suddenly: everything goes dark. Usually, a power cut is just an annoyance while you wait for the Wi-Fi to reboot. But in a smart home, it’s a security gap. If the power dies, your cameras and alarms die with it. That is, unless you have an Uninterruptible Power […]
Are Robotic Vacuums & Mowers Worth It? A 2025 UK Buyer’s Guide
From Everyday Worries to Complete Peace of Mind. Picture this. Your weekends back. Vacuumed floors. A freshly mown lawn, and not a finger lifted. Sounds like science fiction? Welcome to smart robotics. But with so many options, it’s natural to wonder: are these robots truly worth the investment for your UK home? This is our […]
Smart Home Security for a Family: A UK Parent’s Guide (2025)
From Everyday Worries to Complete Peace of Mind. As a parent, there’s nothing more important than knowing your family is safe. You’ve probably wondered: Are the kids home from school yet? Who’s that at the door? Is the house properly locked up at night? In the past, a simple burglar alarm was the only answer. […]
The Best Smart Home System for Your Type of UK Home: A 2025 Guide
From Victorian Terraces to Modern New Builds, a Guide to Choosing the Right Tech for Your Home. Trying to find the best smart home system for your place in the UK can feel a bit overwhelming. The truth is, the ‘best’ system for a modern London flat is completely different from the one for a […]
Control4 vs Crestron vs SH-PRO: A 2025 UK Comparison
We install these systems every day. Here’s our honest guide. When you enter the world of professional smart home installations, you’ll hear three names repeated: Control4, Crestron, and Savant. They are the established powerhouses of the industry. However, the problem is that these older systems are often just too much. They can be overly complex, […]
How Much Does Smart Home Installation Cost in the UK? A 2025 Guide
More Than Gadgets: What You’re Really Paying For Thinking about making your home smarter but unsure what kind of price tag to expect? You’re definitely not alone — “How much does smart home installation cost in the UK?” is one of the first questions we hear at The Real Smart Home. And it’s a fair […]
DIY Smart Home vs Professional Installation: What’s Actually Best for a UK Home?
DIY vs PRO: A 2025 Guide Right, let’s have a real chat about the DIY smart home vs professional installation debate here in the UK. Almost every week, someone calls us with the same story. It starts with a box from Amazon. Then another one. A smart speaker here, some Wi-Fi bulbs there, a video […]
The Challenges of Creating a Truly Smart Home
The allure of a smart home, where technology seamlessly integrates into our lives, is undeniable. However, the path to achieving this ideal often presents significant hurdles for both DIY and professional installations. Let’s delve into the common challenges faced when embarking on the smart home journey. DIY Smart Home Challenges Creating a DIY smart home […]
Automation ideas
Automation ideas Let´s start from the beginning, what is home automation? Home automation uses smart devices and pre-programmed routines to simplify your life. Think of it as a set of automated rules that take care of repetitive tasks, making your everyday routine effortless. These are some ideas for automations we can set up in your […]