Cleaning
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Scrub Daddy has just launched a brand new butterfly mop
We're obsessed with all things Scrub Daddy
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The best handheld vacuum cleaners – our top 5, reviewed
Tackle spills, crumbs and pet hair in a hurry with the best handheld vacuum cleaners
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'Opening shift' cleaning method to your morning routine is the secret to a more productive day, say organising experts
From now on, start the day with a sense of achievement
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How to get rid of mould on walls – 7 home treatments tried and tested by the experts
You likely won't even have to spend another penny
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What is sugar soap? The £5 DIY essential you need for perfectly prepped walls for painting
This DIY hero is the key to achieving a perfectly painted wall
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I tried OXO's cleverly-designed mop and bucket — they worked wonders on my laminate floor
I've never thought about investing in a decent mop and bucket until now
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I tried the viral Coca-Cola hack to clean my loo — it easily removed stubborn limescale and stains
My toilet bowl has never looked more spotless
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Level up your cleaning with one of these steam cleaners, tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Need a tool for deeper cleaning? You need one of the best steam cleaners for your home
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What can I use instead of dishwasher tablets? Cleaning experts reveal the cheaper alternative that will leave your dishes sparkling
How to get machine-clean dishes without using a dishwasher tablet
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How to wash a weighted blanket the right way – to protect it and your washing machine from damage
A step-by-step guide to the best way to wash a weighted blanket
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Are you using the right amount of detergent in your washing machine? The tell-tale signs you’re using too much or too little
You could be doing your laundry routine all wrong
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How to clean a washing machine with soda crystals — why experts say you should ditch bicarbonate of soda for this cheaper alternative
Live in a hard water area? Soda crystals will be your best friend
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4 surprising things you can clean with a tennis ball, according to the professionals
Put your tennis balls to good use with these top tips
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15 decluttering methods – expert-approved, tried and tested techniques that really work
From the 50/50 rule to Swedish death cleaning, we take a look at the clutter busters that really work
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Stanley Tucci’s Shark vacuum cleaner is one of the brand’s bestselling products — right now it’s £200 off
Stanley loves a Shark, too!
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I tried the 5 Senses Cleaning Method and finally knew where to start my big clean
If you never where to start cleaning, give the 5 Senses Cleaning Method a try
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Things people with clean bathrooms always do — 9 habits to pick up for a spotless wash space
These are the practices you might want to adopt to keep your bathroom looking its best
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The 11 cleaning jobs I always do in January as a cleaning and home organisation expert to kick off the New Year
You don't need to scrub the house from top to bottom, these 11 jobs are the best place to start
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The Gtech AirRAM 3 has the best edge-cleaning technology I’ve ever come across - but some sacrifices too
The vacuum promises to pick up dirt like no other and never needs maintenance, but I had a few niggles with it
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How to soften bedding – 5 methods experts use to maintain super soft duvet covers and pillowcases
Wave goodbye to scratchy, cardboard bed sheets.
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I've always struggled to remove mould from my grout - but this £13 Amazon product left me impressed
I will be using this gel from now on for my ongoing war with bathroom mould
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Can a wet vacuum pick up water? They can, and this is how, according to experts
Wet vacuums can be a lifesaver when it comes to picking up water spills — here's how they do it
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6 dirty things professional cleaners notice first in a kitchen — and how you can tackle them in a hurry
Use these tips for a pristine kitchen
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I tried the 5 most common ways to get pet hair out of carpet – here's which ones worked and which ones aren't worth it
I put different tools to the test against my fluffy cocker spaniel
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How to clean cat pee from carpet — 6 easy steps to banish the stain and odour for good
Act now and stop the smell of cat pee from lingering
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How we test vacuums for pet hair at Ideal Home — the exact methodology
Our pet vacuum review process puts bestselling and newly launched vacuums through their paces, and this is how we do it
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How we test vacuum cleaners at Ideal Home
We review every vacuum cleaner we recommend to readers at home and at our dedicated test facility. Here's the details on how
