Cleaning
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How to get rid of black mould in a shower — 5 natural ways to kill the spores
You should never ignore black mould in your shower
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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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How to get rid of dust — 7 easy tricks that'll leave your home spotless and prevent future build-up, according to cleaning experts
Say hello to a dust-free home
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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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Bagged vs bagless vacuum cleaners — there’s one clear winner if you suffer from allergies and want a squeaky clean home
We compare bagged vs bagless vacuum cleaners in terms of suction power, cleanliness, ease of use, and affordability
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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
