Cleaning
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Is it safe to leave a cordless vacuum plugged in? Experts explain which vacuums can be left on charge without damaging the battery life
Worried you might be overcharging your cordless vacuum? Here's what you need to know
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How to clean a kitchen like a professional chef - 6 tricks of the trade you can use in your own home
Do as the pros do
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How to clean oven racks - expert tips for a professional clean
Experts share their top tips for how to clean oven racks to keep your oven in perfect condition
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Your carpet is a mould hotspot according to experts - but don't worry, it’s easy to get rid of if you follow this one rule
Your vacuum cleaner will be your best friend this winter
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10 genius things you can use a vacuum for - some of them might surprise you
Bonus ways to use your vacuum, as shared by the experts
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How to get rid of mould with tea tree oil - the natural hack for killing mould at its root
And all you need is a few drops...
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How to clean a dishwasher filter - 5 simple steps to a more efficient machine and gleaming dishes
And the telltale signs your filter needs a proper scrub, according to experts
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Experts say this simple trick can banish bad smells from your vacuum - and all you need is a teabag
There's nothing worse than that musty dusty smell...
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How to deshrink clothes - 3 expert methods to get your clothes back in shape
Never again lose clothes to a hot wash or tumble dryer again
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Do windows need cleaning in winter? How this simple task can help to reduce your energy bills and improve your mood
Cleaning windows in winter may sound pointless, but it has more benefits than you'd think
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I just found out that my washing machine is lying to me - this is why yours probably is too, and it's not a bad thing
You’re not imagining it - but should you be concerned?
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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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Shark deals – when and where to shop the best bargains
Where, when and how to get the deals worth shopping
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Ideal Home's top reviews of the best vacuums for pet hair
Find the best vacuum cleaners for pet hair with our expert reviews
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We tested the best steam irons so you can power through that laundry pile
The best steam irons reviewed by our experts so that you can power through that laundry pile, fast
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How to clean stainless steel cutlery - the expert approved methods that will have your cutlery shining in time for Christmas
Nice shiny cutlery is the key to taking your table display to the next level
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How to clean an oven – and the ONE thing you shouldn't do, according to Lynsey Queen of Clean
Here are the easiest ways to clean an oven and bring back its sparkle
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How to clean oven trays - 3 tried and tested methods to banish grease that experts swear by
Say goodbye to sticky pans for good
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Don’t try this at home – experts have warned against using bleach to clean mould off wood
This method can end up doing more harm than good
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How to vacuum – get a professional-grade clean with these expert tips
Think you know how to vacuum? Think again
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How to degrease a kitchen splashback - follow these steps once, and you’ll never have to do it again
Your kitchen splashback will look better than ever
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How to clean brass items - 5 household products that will prevent tarnishing and make your hardware shine
Who knew you could use ketchup to clean brass?
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How to clean a soup maker - and the one thing you should NEVER do, according to experts
Say goodbye to tomato soup stains
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How to remove yellow stains from your loo seat - banish unsightly stains with just a magic eraser
This cleaning hack went viral for all the right reasons
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Are you cleaning these 5 things around your home with a pumice stone? Experts say you should be
No, pumice stones aren’t just for your feet…
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5 ways to get the smell of smoke out of your clothes after Bonfire night
Leave those smokey smells at the bonfire display this year
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Do you shut your dishwasher door? Why you really shouldn't, according to the experts
Save your dishes from mould and mildew by following this simple rule
