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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How to use a steam cleaner on carpet - the easy way to extend the life of your carpets
Steam cleaners are this year’s hottest appliance (literally)
By Lauren Bradbury
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I just discovered these genius laundry detergent sheets - they've saved me so much space in my tiny kitchen
If you're short on storage this laundry swap could be a game-changer
By Rebecca Knight
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Cleaning oven racks in grass is trending as a 'natural' method to remove grime and grease – but experts think otherwise
This one is a miss, folks
By Jullia Joson
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Beer is a surprising yet effective cleaning product – these are 5 things you can clean with it
It works wonders on tea stains
By Sara Hesikova
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We tried Dyson's new groundbreaking robot vacuum to see how it deals with everyday dirt and dust
The Dyson 360 Vis Nav is Dyson's most expensive floor tech launch to date, but can this robot vacuum compete with the rest of the pack?
By Millie Fender
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Corded iron vs cordless iron - which one should you buy?
Let the battle of the wrinkle removers commence!
By Lauren Bradbury
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Dyson’s game-changing release combines vacuuming and mopping into one device – and it’s available from next week
The revolutionary Dyson Submarine has landed...
By Molly Cleary
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Level up your cleaning with one of these steam cleaners, all of which have been 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
By Molly Cleary
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How to clean an electric blanket - keep this energy-saving essential looking like new
Yes, you can put an electric blanket in the washing machine... but only if you follow these rules
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean mould off wood – 5 easy steps to refresh your cupboards or garden furniture
It’s much easier than you'd think
By Lauren Bradbury
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Does an air purifier stop mould? Experts answer the question we’ve all been asking Does an air purifier stop mould? Experts explain how it can help tackle the spread of mould
They have good news and bad news
By Lauren Bradbury
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Does an air purifier stop dust? We asked the experts, and they have good news
Is there anything an air purifier can’t do?
By Lauren Bradbury
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Genius tricks the pros use to clean copper pans and keep them in tip-top condition
How to clean copper pans and make them look as good as new
By Sara Hesikova
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Why we're all ditching our soggy dish draining mats for this stylish alternative that's going viral on TikTok
It’s not only stylish but it's also naturally antibacterial
By Sara Hesikova
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How to clean roller blinds – 3 easy ways to keep your blinds spotless and dust-free
How to clean roller blinds for a spotless, dust-free result with things you already have at home
By Sara Hesikova
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Steam mop vs steam cleaner - how to choose which cleaning tool will suit you (and your home)
This battle of the cleaning tools can get pretty steamy
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean a toaster – expert advice on how to remove crumbs and dust safely
If you can't remember the last time you tackled this household chore, this is how to clean a toaster properly and safely
By Amy Hunt
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Steam mopping vs regular mopping - which to choose for a cleaner home, according to experts
We’ve got the answers
By Lauren Bradbury
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These cordless vacuum deals will be your saviour if you're looking to save on this household essential
Find the biggest cordless vacuum deals of 2024 currently live
By Molly Cleary
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How to clean a linen sofa to keep it in pristine condition – even in a busy family home
Say goodbye to water marks and stains, once and for all
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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5 things you should never clean with a steam cleaner - and what to use instead
Steam cleaning these things could result in serious damage 5 things you should never clean with a steam cleaner - and what to use instead
By Lauren Bradbury
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Mrs Hinch shares a clever trick for removing stains – and we can't believe we didn't know this before
It’ll help you to combine two steps of your laundry routine
By Amy Hunt
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How to clean a mop head properly, and when to replace your mop head once and for all
When was the last time you deep-cleaned your mop head?
By Lauren Bradbury
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These are 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, we've rated them
By Molly Cleary
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How to clean and re-season a cast iron skillet - an easy guide to maintain your cast iron
The dos and don’ts to keep your cast iron skillet in tip-top condition
By Lauren Bradbury
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Shark's Matrix Robot vacuum is finally coming to the UK – it's setting a new standard for easy cleaning
It's a new era for automated cleaning
By Jullia Joson
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Dopamine housework – the genius productivity hack that will help you clean your house (and enjoy it)
Use this happy hormone to trick your brain into doing household chores
By Andrea Childs