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Our house manual guides cover every aspect of managing your home. We have advice for those buying, selling or renting. We can help you manage your bills, create a new cleaning regime or organise your rooms.
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I use this Worx cordless vacuum every day when tidying up after my kids and cat – it's a game-changer for quick clean ups
After testing the Worx WX038 for a few months I'm officially obsessed
By Jenny McFarlane
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5 products that will transform the way you declutter your home and make it easier than ever to keep future junk at bay
I can't declutter without these products by my side
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean a kettle with lemon and banish limescale with this natural cleaning hack
Descale your kettle the natural way
By Marina Rabin
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Best cordless vacuum cleaner 2025 — 9 tried and tested models that are well worth the investment
Make cleaning convenient with the 9 best cordless vacuum cleaners that the Ideal Home team can't live without
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to dry clothes in a small space
The clever laundry solutions to suit compact living areas
By Katie Sims
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7 things to ask yourself when decluttering that will help you let things go, according to decluttering and organisation experts
If you need an extra hand when decluttering these are the questions that will help give you that push
By Zoë Phillimore
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Jump start your spring clean with the organised loft of your dreams
How the Loft Leg system can help you reimagine even the most disordered of attics
By Sponsored
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The ultimate decluttering checklist – Experts share the 50+ things you should get rid of right now
Take a cut-throat approach to clutter, tackling it room-by-room, and discover the joy of living with less
By Linda Clayton
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I tried this £20 desktop heater to keep me warm while I WFH - what I didn’t anticipate was that it’d be powerful enough to heat the whole room
For just £20, I wasn’t expecting much - now I move it from room to room to save heating my whole house
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to organise under your bathroom sink to maximise the storage in this often underutilised space
And these are the products that you need to do so…
By Ellis Cochrane
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How I beat the winter blues at home with smart tech
Clever tech tricks to boost your mood
By Heather Young
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Home maintenance jobs to do in February — 9 tasks you need to complete before the end of the month to get your home ready for spring
Does your home need some TLC this month?
By Lauren Bradbury
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I found the best steam iron so you can power through that laundry pile
I tested the best steam irons side by side to find the best for tackling every laundry need
By Molly Cleary
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Heating experts say this one simple (and completely free!) task will instantly make your home feel warmer — and it’s a surefire way to reduce your energy bills
Yes, opening and closing your curtains at these *exact* times will keep your home warm without even trying
By Lauren Bradbury
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This Hoover vacuum has become my ultimate lazy cleaning hack thanks to this clever attachment
After testing the Hoover HFX CORNER GENIE technology for a few weeks I'm officially obsessed
By Katie Sims
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How to stay organised in a small house — 6 systems professional organisers use to minimise clutter and maximise storage
Discover how to maximise space without sacrificing on style…
By Tara King
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7 things you should never throw out when decluttering a bedroom, and what to do with them instead according to experts
Toss it and you may regret it
By Jenny McFarlane
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I tested this affordable Dunelm oil-filled radiator to see whether it could outperform my central heating — and it’s safe to say that I’m impressed
It was £59, but now only £29.50 while stocks last
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’m halfway through the Project 333 wardrobe decluttering method — it’s already changed the way I get dressed in the morning (for better and for worse)
I love having a wardrobe full of clothes, but it's made me rethink everything I own
By Lauren Bradbury
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The best remortgage deals for February 2025
If your mortgage rate is soon to expire here are some of the best remortgage deals on the market, expert hints on when to switch and tips for choosing your next deal
By Samantha Partington
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The best first-time buyer mortgages available right now
Buying your first property is an exciting but expensive life event which is why it is crucial that you get the best first-time buyer mortgage to suit your needs
By Samantha Partington
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Budget decorating ideas – 32 ways to give your home a fresh new look without breaking the bank
These are the best ways to elevate your home without spending too much
By Andreia Shelley
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Professional organiser reveals the one place we’re forgetting to declutter - and it will make all the difference to how spacious your home feels
You've probably not decluttered this space in a long time
By Kezia Reynolds
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Professional organisers warn that these 3 storage solutions will make it harder to stay organised, not easier
If you're using any of these storage solutions, you might be creating more problems than you're solving
By Katie Sims
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I’ve been using micro-resets for years and it’s the only way I can keep on top of my cleaning — and stress levels
Why I won't use any other cleaning method...
By Kezia Reynolds
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Best vacuum cleaner 2025 — 9 must-have models that have been tried and tested in real homes
We've reviewed the best vacuum cleaners, from pet hair solutions to cordless models, to help you find the right one for your cleaning needs
By Lauren Bradbury
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Is it better to dry dust or wet dust? Experts urge you to choose the right option or risk making your home dirtier
Cleaning experts weigh in on the dry dusting vs wet dusting debate
By Lauren Bradbury