Cleaning
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My whole family is allergic to my dog — these are the 4 things I do to get rid of pet dander in my home, so you'd never know
Every pet owner should know these
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How to stop your washing machine from smelling with a few easy steps
The expert-approved guide to eradicate bad washing machine smells
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Joseph Joseph’s genius laundry basket just dropped to its lowest price – but only until Sunday
If you’ve been eyeing this cult-favourite product, now’s the time to snap it up for less
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Should you clean before a cleaner? 5 things you should do before they arrive
If you want to get the most out of a professional clean, preparation is key
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Easily clean bird poo off garden furniture and make it look like new with this simple 2-ingredient store cupboard mix
Bird poo is never pleasant, but this method will leave your garden furniture like new
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How to clean a Shark vacuum cleaner — 6 steps to ensure your investment continues to work at its best for years to come
I’m a vacuum expert and this is the exact step-by-step process I follow
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How to clean your front door according to Feng Shui - remove negative energy and tick off a cleaning task in one go
Make positive energy feel like a welcome guest in your home
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Flies will avoid your home if you use this one thing from your fruit bowl, pest experts say
Flies can't stand this citrus scent
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This is the method Ideal Home’s editors swear by to keep fruit flies out of their homes - and you can do it too for just £2
You should definitely be testing out this method this summer
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I’m a floorcare expert who regularly tests cleaning products — but this 3-ingredient DIY floor cleaner is what I use for unbeatable results
It leaves my floors sparkling
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Pest experts say this supermarket buy will stop flies coming in your home - and you can pick it up from the fruit and veg aisle for less than £1
Flies can't stand the smell of this salad staple
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‘Städdag’ is the Swedish cleaning method I’ve been using to clean my home for months — this is why I’ll never clean any other way
The Scandinavians (and now me) swear by it
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This £20 telescopic hose brush did such a good job cleaning my windows I sacked my window cleaner and saved £100
It's a game-changer for sparkling glass
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I’ve been using Lakeland’s new £5 mini mop as a shower squeegee, window cleaner and damp duster — it’s the ultimate multi-purpose cleaning tool
Yep, I've added this new mini cleaning tool to my collection
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My mum introduced me to Nancy Birtwhistle’s ‘Pure Magic’ recipe - now I don’t think I’ll need to buy another cleaning product ever again
I live in a hard water area, and it's the ONLY thing that's removed the limescale in my toilet
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Aldi is releasing a budget alternative to the cult Joseph Joseph washing up bowl – it’s just £4.99
The Joseph Joseph washing up bowl is an Ideal Home favourite - now we can't wait to try Aldi's alternative
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Cleaning experts say you need a dust repellent spray to keep hay fever symptoms away – and it costs just 35p
It saves time on your cleaning schedule and alleviates symptoms
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This £70 steam cleaner can clean almost anything while being both lightweight and easy to use
It's an affordable buy for smaller homes or flats too
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Experts reveal the 7 decking cleaning mistakes to avoid to prevent damage to your garden deck
Swerve these decking disasters to ensure a clean sweep across the board
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How to clean a dishwasher – an expert-approved step-by-step guide for sparkling dishes every time
If your glasses and crockery aren't coming out as clean as you'd expect, it's time for a deep clean
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Experts reveal 'wall mopping' is the high-risk, high-reward method you need to know for cleaning painted walls
Have you tried it?
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I tried 3 washing machine cleaning methods — this is the only one you'll ever need to banish bad smells and mould
I assumed that bicarb and vinegar would do the trick, but I was wrong
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Dyson’s new release has revolutionised the handheld vacuum cleaner — it has the power of a full-size model without the hefty price tag
We put the Dyson Car+Boat to the test to see if it's worth the premium price tag
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How we test heated clothes airers at Ideal Home — why you can trust us and our review process
All of the steps we follow to determine which modles are worthy of being the best heated airers around
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Deep clean vs spring clean - which does your home need?
We weigh up the deep clean vs spring clean debate, and ask the experts to explain the difference and find which is better so you can understand which one your home will benefit from
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I finally got my hands on Lakeland’s £20 mini vacuum that sold out almost instantly — it’s now back in stock and my new favourite gadget
It's finally back in stock... but I don't think it will stick around for long
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I just discovered I'd been neglecting to clean this one spot in my house for years — experts warn it's crucial, especially if you suffer from allergies
When was the last time you cleaned yours?
