Floorcare
Floorcare advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Floorcare
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Experts reveal how long a vacuum cleaner should *actually* last – and the 4 things drastically reducing its lifespanThese are the things to keep an eye out for
By Lauren Bradbury
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It takes a lot to impress me as an expert vacuum tester – but Gtech’s one-and-only stick vacuum won me overAnd it's a bargain at just £299
By Lauren Bradbury
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Who said Tefal only sells pots and pans? I tested their newest vacuum mop, and it’s a game-changer for messy homesIt has the longest run time I've ever come across
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to unclog a vacuum hose — the simple appliance maintenance trick you need to know for a long-lasting applianceAvoid calling in the professionals by learning how to unclog a vacuum hose at home
By Holly Cockburn
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7 things you should never vacuum up – experts reveal the worst offenders that will ruin your applianceWe've all done it, but we shouldn't
By Katie Sims
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Lidl is selling a £70 cordless vacuum cleaner with a ‘secret’ cleaning function – and I predict it’ll fly off the shelves this weekThe middle of Lidl has done it again
By Lauren Bradbury
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Aldi's new £100 robot vacuum also sweeps and mops – it's a time-saving must-have for spotless floorsSave on time and money
By Kezia Reynolds
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The high price of robot vacuums has always put me off, but this £99 Eufy bargain has finally convinced me to buy oneIt's Amazon's #1 bestseller... and an absolute steal
By Lauren Bradbury
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I'm a mum of 2, and this carpet cleaner is how I've kept my floors free of kid-related stains - and it's now half priceI swear by this deep-cleaning weapon in my busy family home
By Jenny McFarlane
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I cleaned my entire home with Kärcher’s new steam cleaner and mop — and as a busy mum of three, I’m now hookedIt tackled everything from the kitchen floors to my baby's highchair, and this steamer packs a powerful punch
By Rebecca Lawton
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Miele’s top-rated (and most stylish) stick vacuum has been slashed by £100 – it’s now one of the cheapest vacuums you can buyFor £269, it's an absolute steal
By Lauren Bradbury
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I didn't think this *very* cheap carpet cleaner would be able to tackle the dirt and stains on my carpet – it quickly proved me wrongA budget-friendly carpet cleaner that gets the basics just right
By Katie Sims
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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 dealMy 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 competitorsIt 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 cleansIt's the best Dyson alternative I've ever tested
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to clean carpet – expert-approved ways to freshen up your floors without the hassleCarpet looking tired, dull, or dirty? These tips will help it look as good as new
By Lauren Bradbury
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Don't spend £500 on a 'flashy' vacuum – here's what'll suit you better and ‘clean your floors reliably for the next 20 years'I sat down with Gtech founder Nick Grey to get his hot take on the vacuum market
By Lauren Bradbury
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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 2025I 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 powerfulAt £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 beThe 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 vacuumIf 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 onlyThis 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 cleanerIts 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 itIt 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 cleaningThe Bosch Unlimited 10 ProPower kicks a powerful punch, but it comes at a price
By Katie Sims
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Dyson has announced the release of a groundbreaking new vacuum — it’s unlike anything I’ve ever seen and I want one immediatelyThere's more new technology than you can shake a stick at
By Lauren Bradbury


