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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What is slow cleaning? Experts say this mindful approach to cleaning is surprisingly effective
A more mindful approach to mundane tasks is better for you and your home, say experts
By Tara King
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The Bissell SteamShot steam cleaner delivers impressive deep cleaning results with minimal effort – it's my new lazy day cleaning tool
I tested this small but mighty handheld steam cleaner and loved its capabilities
By Jenny McFarlane
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11 products everyone needs in their cleaning caddy for a quick and effective spring reset, according to cleaning experts
These products will transform the way you spring clean your home
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts swear by this one tool cleaning method – here's how to save on cleaning time and simplify your routine
How to cut the clutter and streamline your cleaning cupboard to boot
By Rebecca Lawton
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How to get rid of yellow stains on pillows – once and for all
The experts reveal the best ways to give your stained pillows a refresh and how to prevent further stains in the future
By Amy Lockwood
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The ultimate kitchen spring cleaning checklist – experts share 13 steps for a proper deep clean
Check these chores off to keep your kitchen in tip top condition
By Tara King
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How to clean mirrors — and all of the mistakes you should avoid to ensure a streak-free finish
Transform your mirrors from grubby to gleaming with our expert tips
By Jennifer Ebert
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How to clean decking – experts reveal the best ways to scrub your deck with and without a pressure washer
Clear the leaves and debris and get your decking ready for spring with our easy how-to
By Lizzie Hudson
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How to clean a mattress gently – cleaning experts say all you need is a pan lid
The pan lid mattress cleaning hack is a gentle way to clean your mattress
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to clean mould off a roller blind – experts share their top tips for removing mould and mildew stains effectively
Get rid of mould and mildew stains on your roller blinds in five simple steps
By Jenny McFarlane
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I always thought stick vacuums were the best — now I have a new favourite after testing a stick, upright and cylinder vacuum together
I put stick, upright and cylinder vacuums through real-life cleaning scenarios to see which one came out on top
By Lauren Bradbury
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Bargain alert! Shark’s bestselling carpet stain cleaner is under £100 — it's been on my cleaning wishlist for months
Shark has slashed the prices of its vacuums, carpet cleaners and mops for its Spring Clean Sale
By Lauren Bradbury
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The one cleaning tool I use to deep clean my oven without breaking a sweat – it transformed my greasy oven toxin-free
This multi-purpose cleaning multi tool is a spring cleaning lifesaver
By Jenny McFarlane
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This is the exact date you should start spring cleaning according to cleaning experts – and it's coming up soon
Experts reveal the exact date you should start spring cleaning this year to see the most effective results
By Rebecca Lawton
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How to wash pillows to keep them in tip-top condition – the dos and don'ts according to cleaning experts
Give your pillows the refresh they deserve with our easy how to
By Amy Lockwood
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Experts explain the 7 things you need to do right now to pollen-proof your home for spring
From layers of vaseline around your windows to handy dusting alternatives, pollen-proofing your home couldn't be easier
By Lauren Bradbury
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7 stain removal golden rules you must always follow to remove even the toughest stains from carpet and upholstery
Follow these experts’ go-to rules on how to remove everything from red wine to coffee stains from upholstery, flooring, and other interiors
By Marina Rabin
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I’ve found a game-changing way to empty a vacuum cleaner without getting dust everywhere — and it’ll help feed your garden for free, too
Sorry, dust clouds… you’re not welcome in our homes anymore
By Lauren Bradbury
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Pest experts reveal the household product that will keep rats away from your home — and you probably already have it in your cupboard
Rats have a very particular sense of smell - and they can't stand this household product
By Kezia Reynolds
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I tested the Miele Duoflex HX1 Cat & Dog vacuum in my pet hair-covered home — its powerful pick-up has left it cleaner than ever
The dust bin of Miele’s dedicated pet vacuum may be small, but I can’t deny that it’s extremely powerful
By Lauren Bradbury
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A former royal cleaner says you should ditch chemical-laden floor cleaners for this natural alternative instead — and you probably already have it in your cupboards
This everyday supermarket stable was the key to sparkling palace floors – and you can use it too
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to get rid of woodlice in a house — they might be harmless but, they're a sign of a much bigger problem
Woodlice are completely harmless, but hide a serious issue
By Kezia Reynolds
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The best Shark vacuums, as tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
We've tested the best Shark vacuums so you can keep the floors in your home dust, fluff and pet hair-free, from cordless to handheld models
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean a microwave with lemon - the natural cleaning hack you need to know, no scrubbing required
3 simple steps to loosen food splatters and banish grease
By Lauren Bradbury
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This £1.99 product is the key to getting oil out of a carpet — no expensive carpet cleaner required
You probably already have this tough-on-stains cleaner in your cupboard, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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The 5 cleaning tasks you should tackle when taking a shower, according to cleaning experts — make cleaning the bathroom faster
While you leave your conditioner to do its thing, use those minutes to get ahead on your bathroom cleaning
By Kezia Reynolds
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It’s normally impossible to find a Dyson vacuum for under £250 — but QVC has slashed the price of their bestselling models for a limited time
Run don’t walk to pick up the brand’s bestselling model for under £230 before it sells out
By Lauren Bradbury