The best ever cleaning tips
Check out our cleaning tips guide for stubborn stains and more
Find out how to clean windows, cookers, washing machines and everything in between with out handy cleaning guides.
If you're ready to tackle your home's big clean, you won't want to miss these expert cleaning tips for every room in your house.
Cleaning checklists and stain removal
Make sure you have everything you need to sail through the washing, however full the basket. It will make it much easier to get cracking in the first place and will save time in the long run.
From ballpoint pen marks to shoe polish stains, our top tips will
to help you make your stuff as good as new with minimal effort required.
* How to plan the perfect laundry room
Organise an overflowing laundry room with a few clever tricks. Once organised, your utility room will help you keep on top of everyday tasks.
* Laundry room storage ideas - SEE VIDEO
Get instant utility chic with these clutter-busting tips in our landury room storage suggestions video.
Cleaning advice for around the home
From carpets to laminate flooring, we've gathered our top tips on how to
keep every kind of floor squeaky clean.
Follow our guide to crystal clean windows.
* Tips for cleaning out your loft
We've identified 5 easy steps to help you get organised and tackle the attic.
* How to clean a washing machine
Keep your washing machine in top condition with our expert cleaning tips.
* 6 easy spring-cleaning hacks you need to try
Raid your kitchen for these free, non-toxic cleaning tips.
* How to clean kitchen work surfaces
Don't pick up a sponge until you've read our complete guide.
Get spoons so shiny you can see your face in them.
For more decorating, craft ideas and cleaning hacks don't miss our dedicated DIY guide.
Have you tried any of these handy tips? Do you have any additional top tips, we'd love to hear them; please share with us in the comments box below...
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Millie Hurst was Senior Content Editor at Ideal Home from 2020-2022, and is now Section Editor at Homes & Gardens. Before stepping into the world of interiors, she worked as a Senior SEO Editor for News UK in both London and New York. You can usually find her looking up trending terms and finding real-life budget makeovers our readers love. Millie came up with the website's daily dupes article which gives readers ways to curate a stylish home for less.
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