Floorcare
Floorcare advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Floorcare
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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
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Shark has just released its cheapest vacuum EVER – it’s now only £99 in the Black Friday sale and selling out fast
How to bag the best vacuum cleaner deal I’ve *ever* seen'
By Lauren Bradbury
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Dyson deals – when and how to bag a discount on Dyson vacuums, fans and more
Our guide to the best Dyson deals, so you can buy a premium appliance for a bargain price
By Lauren Bradbury
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How we test vacuums for pet hair at Ideal Home
The exact methodology we follow to measure hair pick-up, dander removal, and odour-busting capabilities
By Lauren Bradbury
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How we test vacuum cleaners at Ideal Home
We review every vacuum cleaner we recommend to readers at home and at our dedicated test facility. Here's the details on how
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested Kärcher's new vacuum mop – the 'Dry Mode' is the solution I didn't know I needed for the kids' bath-time
It's taken the hassle out of everyday cleaning
By Rebecca Lawton
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If your carpets feel cold and damp when you walk over them, one of these 5 serious problems could be the culprit
And what you can do to prevent mould and musty odours
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl is selling a Vax carpet cleaner for a steal of a price – get your carpets looking like new for less than £80
Bargain alert!
By Rebecca Knight
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A ‘robot garage’ is the practical storage trend I’m seeing everywhere this year – and I predict it’ll become even more popular in 2026
It's not what you'd expect it to be
By Lauren Bradbury
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I always thought electric mops were a gimmick, but my sparkling floors suggest otherwise – and now I’m obsessed
It's convinced me to ditch the bucket for good
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested the UK's first-ever cordless carpet cleaner – it's lightweight, convenient and perfect for a quick carpet refresh
This new VAX model takes the hassle out of carpet cleaning This new VAX model takes the hassle out of carpet cleaning
By Rebecca Lawton
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Stacey Solomon reveals the secret behind how she keeps Pickle Cottage so clean – and I've found where you can buy it for a bargain price
She's called it her 'best friend'
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’m a vacuum expert, and this is how to bag a Dyson vacuum cleaner for just £250 right now
It's one of my favourite models, and now cheaper than ever
By Lauren Bradbury
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Forget the rest, this bestselling Shark vacuum deal is the only one I’d snap up this Amazon Prime Day
I've found a major bargain
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested Dyson’s new budget-friendly cordless vacuum cleaner – it’s powerful, practical and ideal for homes with pets
It's a major step up from the original
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested the new Henry corded stick vacuum – it’s powerful, practical and only £160
It merges the practicality of a stick model with the power of a corded
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’m a busy mum of three — this robot vacuum cleaner saved me hours of cleaning and tackled my kids’ clutter with ease
I let this Samsung robot vacuum and mop loose in my busy family home — and it saved me hours of cleaning
By Rebecca Lawton
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5 things I wish I knew before getting my first robot vacuum cleaner that would have saved me *a lot* of hassle
Top tips from a robot vacuum convert
By Lauren Bradbury
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VAX's new carpet cleaner boasts the game-changing feature I've been waiting for — it fills a *major* gap in the market
And it's launched just in time to give your home the ultimate September reset
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested Dyson’s newest (and most powerful) cordless vacuum cleaner — if I could give it 6 stars, I would
The game-changing new features make cleaning a breeze
By Lauren Bradbury
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Currys has slashed £100 off Shark’s brand new vacuum cleaner — but you’ll have to be quick as the deal ends soon
Sponsored by Currys
This Currys exclusive Shark vacuum with reverse clean technology is now only £249.99
By Lauren Bradbury


