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I didn’t think a £75 air purifier would make a difference in my family home – but it’s compact, quiet and surprisingly effective
For the price, it delivers the basics really well
By Rebecca Lawton
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5 simple ways to tell if your dehumidifier is *actually* doing its job according to experts – and what to do if it's not
These are the easy ways to tell if yours is working properly
By Jenny McFarlane
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Do vacuum cleaners spread dust? 5 reasons why this cleaning task is making your home dirtier, and what to do about it
Expert tips you ought to know for a cleaner home
By Jullia Joson
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Sorry, cordless vacuums – this is why I’m encouraging all of my friends and family to invest in a corded vacuum this year
It’s time to bring back the cord
By Lauren Bradbury
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Aldi has loads of clever cleaning products hitting the middle aisle – but it’s this £17 handheld vacuum that impressed me the most
Grab it while you can
By Kezia Reynolds
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I used Shark’s vacuum mop to clean baked beans, eggs and flour off my kitchen floor – it’s my new must-have for messy mealtimes
It's so good, it's completely replaced the vacuum in my kitchen
By Rebecca Lawton
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Stacey Solomon has been raving about this £100 Shark Vacuum Mop – it helps the laziest of cleaners achieve spotless floors
It's got the Stacey stamp of approval
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to tell how much suction a vacuum cleaner has – and how to determine if it’s powerful enough for your home
This is what those numbers really mean
By Lauren Bradbury
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I asked the experts how to hide a vacuum cleaner – these are the nifty tips and tricks they’d recommend
Out of sight, out of mind
By Holly Cockburn
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This new robot vacuum cleaner will make your home smell like a spa – it’s the hands-free hero you didn’t know you needed
For a home that looks (and smells) clean!
By Lauren Bradbury
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Aldi is selling the ultimate dream team for drying laundry quickly in winter – grab them while you can
The sellout heated airer and dehumidifier are back in store this weekend
By Rebecca Knight
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You need to stop closing your window vents in winter – experts have revealed you're doing more harm than good
Window vents are a vital defence against condensation
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’ve tested both corded and cordless Shark vacuums – this is the option I’d choose for power and convenience
How to choose the right option for your home, cleaning needs and budget
By Lauren Bradbury
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Are robot vacuum cleaners worth it? Everything you need to know about this year’s ‘it’ floorcare appliance
This is what I *really* think, as a vacuum expert
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl is selling a £50 dehumidifier that’s a must-have for damp homes – run, don’t walk to get your hands on one
I predict this handy appliance won't be on the shelves for long
By Kezia Reynolds
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This DREO Smart Dehumidifier is fast to setup, easy to use and reduces humidity in next to no time — and it's all possible with an app
It's a smart solution for the colder weather
By Jennifer Oksien
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I'm so glad we added these practical details in our utility room reno – they're everyday upgrades that have made laundry far more manageable
These genius fixes make our new laundry room work smarter
By Jenny McFarlane
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IKEA’S new £25 air quality sensor is selling out fast – it’s an easy way to make your home safer and healthier
This clever gadget provides an easy way to make your home healthier
By Kezia Reynolds
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I swapped my Dyson V8 Absolute for the Dyson V11 Advanced – it’s the upgrade my carpets desperately needed
I was already a part of the Dyson fan club, but now I'm obsessed
By Amy Lockwood
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'We’re a hairy household,’ Vicky Pattison reveals the vacuum she uses to keep her home spotless – she says it tackles everything from hair extensions to dog fur
*Spoiler* It's our best-rated vacuum cleaner
By Kezia Reynolds
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The one spot that makes a dehumidifier better at stopping window condensation – experts reveal the ideal setup
The simple placement tweak that can dramatically reduce window condensation
By Jenny McFarlane
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It’s almost impossible to buy a cordless vacuum for under £200 – I tested one that’s just £160, and it’s a hard floor hero
It’s a solid, no-frills cordless vacuum that doesn't cost the earth
By Katie Sims
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3 reasons why you have condensation forming on the inside of your windows (and how to stop it) according to experts
You probably do this every day
By Kezia Reynolds
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I asked floorcare experts how to keep my floors pristine while hosting this Christmas – these are the 4 things they told me to do
This is how I’ll be protecting my floors from scuffs and stains this festive season
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl’s £80 robot vacuum will mop your floors, too – I had to do a double-take when I saw the low price
Grab it while you can!
By Kezia Reynolds
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I've selected the top dehumidifiers for banishing damp and drying laundry fast – tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Alongside the team of in-house experts, I've selected the best dehumidifiers from Meaco, Pro Breeze, and more
By Jenny McFarlane
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I’ve spent months testing the best mops – these are my top picks, from budget to battery-powered models
Keep your floors sparkling with the best mops to suit every floor type
By Lauren Bradbury


