Cleaning Advice
Take a look at these clever cleaning guides for every room in your home. Keep your home and furniture in pristine condition with our hacks and how to guides. Having a clean and tidy home is one of the easiest ways to immediately improve your day-to-day quality of life
Cleaning
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Smelly bins could land you a hefty bin, waste experts reveal – everything you need to knowAs the weather heats up, now is more important than ever to keep your bins clean to prevent bad odour
By Kezia Reynolds
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Only the most efficient cleaners use these steam cleaner hacks in their home – I swear by them as Ideal Home’s Cleaning EditorI've cracked the steam cleaning code
By Lauren Bradbury
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Waste experts reveal what to put in a compost bin vs a food waste bin – mistaking the two could cost you a healthy gardenBoth are very important for the upkeep of a sustainable home
By Kezia Reynolds
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Banish bad smells from your food waste bin with this simple cleaning trick – all you need is this 1 cupboard essentialThis clever cleaning trick neutralise bad smells before you even notice them
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 scents ants hate, and how to use them to stop these pests plaguing your home and garden this summerP.S, these scents will make your home smell so good...
By Kezia Reynolds
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IKEA’s £5 food waste bin makes following new recycling rules easy and stylish – this odour-proof bin is also perfect for tiny spacesIs it just me, or does this food waste bin look really stylish?
By Kezia Reynolds
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Experts are warning homeowners to think before they spray when spring cleaning this month – your favourite houseplant could be paying the priceCleaning products are putting your houseplants at risk
By Kezia Reynolds
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Aldi is selling a clever mattress vacuum for under £25 that banishes allergens, mites and bacteria with zero chemicalsMake cleaning your home a breeze this spring
By Kezia Reynolds
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14 councils in England have delayed weekly food waste collections until at least 203414 councils in England have delayed weekly food waste collections until at least 2034
By Kezia Reynolds
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I banished funky fridge smells using this handy £22 gadget – it works for 10 years without needing refillsIt also tackles smelly shoes, wardrobes and cars
By Lauren Bradbury
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Councils may not take your food waste bin if you use the wrong liner – everything you need to knowWhat you're required to do to dispose of food waste in England
By Kezia Reynolds
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This is what can go in your recycling and food waste bins under the new, simpler recycling rules that came into force this week in EnglandMake sure you're up to date on the dos and don'ts
By Evie Lisk
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Denise Welch slams London council for failing to collect her son’s bins – this is what you *actually* should do if your bin isn’t collectedEverything you need to know about 'Bin-gate'
By Kezia Reynolds
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Household recycling rules are changing in April – everything you need to know about what you can and can't recycleHere's everything you need to know about the new system
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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I stopped paying for a window cleaner and used these DIY window cleaning tools instead – they offer professional-looking results without the price tagYour windows will look better than ever
By Lauren Bradbury
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I recommend this handy mini countertop vacuum to everyone I meet – but I can’t stop thinking about these perfect pastel alternatives*Adds to basket immediately*
By Lauren Bradbury
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I used the 3-30 cleaning method to ‘fake’ a spring clean of my home – it was so effective that I completed my to-do list days ahead of scheduleIt’s my new low-effort way to keep my home clean and clutter-free
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’ve streamlined my spring cleaning routine with these game-changing essentials – must-have tools and products that have cut my cleaning time in halfAs a Cleaning Editor who hates cleaning, you can trust me on this one
By Lauren Bradbury
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6 surprising things you can clean in a dishwasher – the ultimate cheat sheet for lazy cleanersWho knew our dishwashers could be so handy?
By Katie Sims
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I’ve tested both Gtech and Dyson vacuum cleaners – this is the one I’d choose to guarantee a well-rounded and efficient applianceWe take a closer look at which popular vacuum brand is the best fit for you
By Jullia Joson
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The 5 things I clean while I’m sleeping – lazy home cleaning hacks you can replicate with your eyes closed (quite literally!)Who says you need to be awake to clean your house?
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl is launching a clever make-your-own-cleaning-kits that rival Joseph Joseph – they’re ideal if you lack storage space at homePrices start at just £2.99
By Kezia Reynolds
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Cleaning experts warn that you should replace this kitchen item every weekYour dishes will thank you for it
By Katie Sims
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My nan introduced me to this old-school cleaning tool – now I won’t dust my house without it (and it’s professional cleaner-approved!)I didn't understand the hype, but now I'm converted
By Lauren Bradbury
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I use this Joseph Joseph cleaning set every day – but I’ve spotted IKEA has an almost-identical alternative that’s £50 cheaperAs a Cleaning Editor, I approve this alt!
By Lauren Bradbury
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Only washing-up pros know how handy this clever dish drainer from Argos is – it makes the process far easier and more hygienic*Adds to cart*
By Kezia Reynolds
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This £6.99 Amazon bestseller is the key to keeping your fridge odour, mould and moisture-free – and it’ll keep your food fresher for longer'I couldn’t believe how much gunge it removed!’
By Lauren Bradbury

