Floorcare
Floorcare advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Floorcare
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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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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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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 spent over 300 hours testing vacuum cleaners – these are my top-rated models to suit every household
The must-have models I’d recommend to family and friends
By Lauren Bradbury
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The Dyson PencilVac is here! I tried the ‘world’s slimmest vacuum’ before anyone else, and it’s ideal for grab-go-cleaning
Christmas has come early thanks to Dyson
By Lauren Bradbury
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My poor carpets put up with a lot from my three kids – Karcher’s compact new spot cleaner left them looking as good as new
I'm seriously impressed with the results
By Rebecca Lawton
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I tested Roomba’s new flagship robot vacuum cleaner – it’s super stylish, and will leave your hard floors sparkling
While it has serious perks, it's not perfect
By Lauren Bradbury
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This electric mop is my best-kept secret – now I’m lifting the lid on how I keep my floors so clean during the winter months
My old-school mop and bucket just weren't cutting it
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested Hoover’s new cordless vacuum cleaner – it has ideal features you’ll *actually* use and a game-changing attachment for pet owners
I put this vacuum through its paces, with the help of my cockapoo puppy, to see if it's worth your money
By Sarah Handley
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My vacuum (and its tools) are responsible for so much clutter in my home – but this is the game-changing storage solution I'm buying to put an end to it
It's perfect for homes with limited storage
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’m a floorcare expert but secretly hate cleaning – this is the vacuum hack that’s sliced my cleaning time in half
It proves that two is always better than one
By Lauren Bradbury
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I never really understood the hype around robot vacuum cleaners – but these 6 models converted me to hands-free cleaning
I tested top models from Eufy, Shark, Hoover and more
By Lauren Bradbury
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Shark’s bestselling cordless vacuum has already sold out, but I’ve found a secret stash on Amazon for half price
It sells out every year, so don't miss out
By Lauren Bradbury
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I predict these two floorcare appliances will dominate in 2026 – but this is the one I’d personally choose to invest in
I predict they're both going to be bigger than ever in 2026
By Lauren Bradbury
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'I love it so much I’ve already bought two more!’ – this £15 Amazon bestseller is a must-have for all homes this winter
I'm a Cleaning Editor, and I didn't know I'd love a doormat this much
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested this cute and compact spot cleaner in my home – it's the first cleaning gadget that's actually been a hit with my kids!
This Gtech spot cleaner is lightweight, easy to use, and perfect for everyday mess
By Rebecca Lawton
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I've tested the best cordless, corded and robot Shark vacuums – these are my top-rated models (and many are currently on sale!)
Find the best Shark vacuum for every home and budget with our top picks of cordless, upright, and handheld models
By Lauren Bradbury
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Sorry, cordless vacuums! Shark’s powerful corded model has won me over – it's big, bold and seriously impressive
It's convinced me to ditch my cordless for good
By Lauren Bradbury
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This mistake is drastically draining your vacuum’s battery – and experts say we’re all guilty of doing it
You could be getting so much more out of your cordless vacuum cleaner
By Lauren Bradbury
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I didn't expect Lakeland's £99 cordless vacuum to impress me – but it’s the best budget-friendly model I’ve tested so far
It's proof that you don’t have to spend a fortune for a decent cordless vacuum
By Katie Sims
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I’ve tested dozens of Shark and Dyson vacuum cleaners – this is the brand I’d choose if I could only pick one
I pick a winner in the battle of the cult vacuum brands
By Lauren Bradbury
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Whatever you do this autumn, don’t use a steam mop to clean this type of flooring
Every home should have one, but this cleaning tool could still cause damage
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’ve found the best (and cheapest) way to deep clean my carpets – and no, it’s not with a vacuum cleaner!
I was sceptical at first, but this £4 tool worked a treat
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested Shark's powerful steam mop in my busy family home – it proved that my regular mop wasn't *actually* cleaning my floors
The results were mortifying...
By Rebecca Lawton
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I tested the world’s smallest robot vacuum cleaner – it’s powerful, practical and perfect for cosier homes
Small home dwellers, rejoice!
By Lauren Bradbury


