Floorcare
Floorcare advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Floorcare
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I’ve spent hundreds of hours testing vacuums — these are the 6 best Shark vacuum cleaners for powerful, hassle-free cleaning
Find the best Shark vacuum for every occasion with our top picks of cordless, upright, and handheld models
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best Henry vacuum cleaners — the 6 reliable and hard-working models I’d pick for a spotless home
These Henry vacuums are guaranteed to help you clean your home with a smile
By Lauren Bradbury
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Shh! Don’t tell anyone else, but my favourite Shark vacuum is now just £170 in this early Amazon Prime Day deal
My mum and I are obsessed with this Shark vacuum
By Lauren Bradbury
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This is the difference between a carpet cleaner and a spot cleaner — because they’re not the same (and offer very different results!)
Experts reveal which one will suit you (and your carpets) best
By Lauren Bradbury
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Shark has jumped on the hottest appliance trend of the year with its new release – but it’s £100s cheaper than competitors
It really is the tool that does it all, and it comes in three stunning colourways
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested a budget vacuum that’s almost identical to my Dyson — it’s over £500 cheaper and perfect for quick cleans
It's the best Dyson alternative I've ever tested
By Lauren Bradbury
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These are the 6 best carpet cleaners for deep cleaning the most important surface in your home
Six of the best carpet cleaners that can refresh your space in an instant
By Helen McCue
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How to remove stains from carpet – a foolproof guide to DIY stain removal for red wine, grease or coffee stains
Everything you need to know about DIY carpet stain removal
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean carpet – expert-approved ways to freshen up your floors without the hassle
Carpet looking tired, dull, or dirty? These tips will help it look as good as new
By Lauren Bradbury
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Is it better to rent or buy a carpet cleaner? From cost to convenience, experts weigh up the pros and cons
How to choose the best carpet cleaning solution for your home and budget
By Rebecca Lawton
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I’m calling it! I predict this game-changing appliance will be just as popular as vacuums by the end of 2025
I test vacuums for a living, but I just can’t deny that it has the potential to de-throne the traditional vacuum
By Lauren Bradbury
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Hoover's new vacuum is one of the cheapest models on the market — and after testing, I can also say it's one of the most powerful
At £199, I didn't expect Hoover's upright model to pack such a punch
By Katie Sims
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I tested a £160 Beldray vacuum to see if it could compete with my expensive Dyson — I was way more impressed than I thought I would be
The suction, easy-to-use features and £159 price tag won me over
By Zoë Phillimore
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I’m an expert vacuum tester, but these are the 5 things I wish I knew before buying a Dyson vacuum
If you’re struggling to justify the higher price tag, you'll want to know this too
By Lauren Bradbury
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Shark wants your old vacuum (even if it’s not a Shark!) — and its new trade-in scheme offers £50 cashback to customers for a limited time only
This new initiative will help you make money from your old vacuum while saving money on a new one, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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Bissell’s new CrossWave model is the ultimate 2-in-1 appliance – I now use it more than my regular vacuum cleaner
Its innovative edge-cleaning technology won me over, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts warn that vacuuming this one type of flooring could cause irreparable (and costly) damage — this is how you should *actually* be cleaning it
It might be time to retire your vacuum
By Lauren Bradbury
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Bosch’s brand-new vacuum is the most powerful model I’ve ever tested — but it comes at a cost that won’t suit quick and easy carpet cleaning
The Bosch Unlimited 10 ProPower kicks a powerful punch, but it comes at a price
By Katie Sims
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This is the one thing you need to do if your Shark vacuum keeps stopping — it’s my secret weapon for a fault-free appliance
The good news? Your Shark vacuum cutting out can be easy to fix
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean wool carpets — 5 gentle cleaning tips to prolong your carpet’s lifespan without damaging the fibres, according to experts
After all, you probably shouldn't use a carpet cleaner
By Lauren Bradbury
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Should you buy a steam cleaner or a carpet cleaner? Experts reveal which one you really need to deep-clean your carpets
From deep cleaning power to everyday ease, we've asked the experts which tool really gets the job done
By Rebecca Lawton
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This is what Shark vacuum terms like ‘CleanSense IQ’ and ‘DuoClean Detect’ actually mean — so you’re not duped into buying something you don’t need
I've decoded the complex terms so you can shop simply
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best steam cleaners and mops — my 6 tried and tested favourites that I’d recommend for whole-home cleaning
After reviewing, these are the best steam cleaners and mops I’d recommend for spotless floors, kitchens and bathrooms
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts warn of the 5 flooring sounds you shouldn’t ignore — and how you can fix them to prevent costly repairs later down the line
Silence is golden when it comes to your flooring, so any noises need to be addressed ASAP
By Lauren Bradbury
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Are you making these common floor cleaning mistakes? Experts warn that these simple slip-ups can damage your carpets and hard flooring
Expert tips to keep all types of floors looking their best
By Rebecca Lawton
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I bought multiple Shark vacuums before becoming an expert vacuum tester — these are the 5 things I wish I knew back then
I've made the mistakes so you don't have to
By Lauren Bradbury
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Aldi is bringing its bestselling Shark lookalike back to the middle aisle — and this time it’s been given a space-saving upgrade you don’t want to miss
At £44.99, this Specialbuy is an absolute bargain
By Lauren Bradbury