Floorcare
Floorcare advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Floorcare
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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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Is it better to rent or buy a carpet cleaner? From cost to convenience, experts weigh up the pros and consHow 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 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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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
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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 applianceThe 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 expertsAfter 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 carpetsFrom 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 needI've decoded the complex terms so you can shop simply
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 lineSilence 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 flooringExpert 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 thenI'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 missAt £44.99, this Specialbuy is an absolute bargain
By Lauren Bradbury
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Instagram just introduced me to this invisible kitchen vacuum — this is why every kitchen should have this clever, crumb-busting cleaning applianceMeet your new cleaning essential, no bending or dustpans required
By Lauren Bradbury
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Is it better to vacuum or mop first? Experts reveal the ideal cleaning order — and when you should switch it upThe answer isn't as simple as it may seem
By Rebecca Lawton
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I asked a Dyson engineer how you can avoid these common Dyson vacuum cleaner problems — and how to make the most of your machineFrom a loss of suction to poor battery life, I asked the questions to get the answers you need
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts warn that these 5 mopping mistakes are making your floors dirtier — and damaging your floors in the processThis is how to keep them clean and avoid costly damage
By Lauren Bradbury
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I threw wine, tea and mud on my carpets to test out Shark’s newest carpet cleaner — but after using it, you wouldn’t knowWith the built-in spot cleaner, it's also a game-changer for pet parents
By Lauren Bradbury
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Is vacuuming or mopping better? Flooring experts explain how to choose the right cleaning tool for your needsI explore the big vacuuming vs mopping debate
By Lauren Bradbury
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This £200 limited-time discount makes this Dyson vacuum cheaper than I’ve ever seen it - run don’t walk to Argos for this bargainIt's the most affordable Dyson on the market right now
By Lauren Bradbury
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Think your mop is just for cleaning your floors? Think again — these are the 7 things you should be cleaning with a mopThis trusty tool is more adaptable than you might realise
By Rebecca Lawton
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I thought I knew how to clean my hard flooring until I tried Vileda’s new steam mop — the grime it picked up was downright embarrassingIt's a game-changer for muddy paws and invisible grime
By Lauren Bradbury

