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Floorcare advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Floorcare
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Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid robot vacuum review
The Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid is a modern housework hero that promises to release you from the dullness of vacuuming and mopping. Find out if it delivered during our extensive home testing
By Linda Clayton
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We tried the new Vileda electric mop - it's great for those with reduced mobility
Is the Vileda Looper a convenient alternative to the mop and bucket? We find out
By Joanne Lewsley
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Things I wish I knew before buying a cordless vacuum cleaner
What you should know before investing in a new device
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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We gave this Shark vacuum 5 stars – it's now 47% off at Amazon for Black Friday
This Shark Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner is great for homes with pet hair, carpets and hardwood floors
By Millie Hurst
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This Shark vacuum cleaner is 50% off ahead of Black Friday
What's not to love?
By Millie Hurst
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Shark's Stratos vacuum cleaner is £100 off and includes a feature we never knew we needed
The new feature promises to banish that musty vacuum cleaner smell for good
By Rebecca Knight
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Shark DuoClean Upright Pet Vacuum NV702UKT review
We've reviewed the Shark DuoClean Upright Pet Vacuum NV702UKT. Here's how we got on with it in our home full of crumbs, dust and untamed hair.
By Jennifer Oksien
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How to tackle messy jobs too tough for your indoor vacuum
Clumps of mud, bikes, paddling pools, spills – here’s a machine from Kärcher to take care of them all
By Sponsored
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How a wet and dry vacuum cleaner can help give your garden a post-summer spruce
Kärcher’s range of Wet and Dry vacuum cleaners helps you bring back the wow – when the job is just too tough for your regular indoor vac
By Sponsored
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Beldray Wet and Dry cordless hand vacuum review: a two-in-one steal
We’ve put the Beldray Wet and Dry cordless hand vacuum through its paces to find out if it’s worthy of a power point or whether a good ol' mop will do the same job! Here’s how we got on…
By Linda Clayton
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Henry Pet200 review: an essential bagged, canister vacuum cleaner for homes with pets
We've reviewed the Henry Pet200 in a busy family home to see how this robust and affordable vacuum cleaner handles every day messes, DIY and stray hairs.
By Jennifer Oksien
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3-in-1, compact, or robot - which vacuum cleaner are you?
Whatever your cleaning style, Miele has a vacuum cleaner to match it
By Sponsored
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Beldray Airlite cordless hand vacuum review: a mini cleaner with big ambitions
We’ve tested the Beldray Airlite cordless hand vacuum to find out if it’s worth the hype or just another social media gimmick. Here’s how we got on…
By Linda Clayton
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AEG RX9-2-4STN Bagless Robot Vacuum review
The AEG RX9-2-4STN is a bagless robot vacuum cleaner which is designed to detect, reach and provide an impeccable clean. Find out how it delivered in our home test
By Jennifer Oksien
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AEG QX6 Animal cordless vacuum cleaner review – an upright and handheld vacuum
We've tested the AEG QX6 Animal cordless vacuum cleaner to see how it performs as an upright and handheld vacuum. Here's how we got on...
By Jennifer Oksien
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Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision HD robot vacuum cleaner review
The Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision HD is a mini powerhouse that promises 30% better cleaning results than the brand’s previous models. Find out if it delivered during our thorough home test
By Linda Clayton
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Kärcher WD 6 P Premium Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner review
Looking for a durable vacuum that is big and powerful enough to tackle heavy-duty cleaning indoors and out, whether wet or dry? We put the rugged Kärcher WD 6 through various tests to discover if it really is man enough for ALL the jobs.
By Linda Clayton
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This smart shopping hack could save you £130 on a Shark vacuum cleaner
Here's how to save 30% on a Shark and Dyson vacuum cleaner
By Rebecca Knight
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This vacuum cleaner loved by Mrs Hinch has £160 off for Black Friday and is selling fast
This vacuum loved by Mrs Hinch currently has £150 off and is selling fast
By Lizzie Thomson
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Shark ICZ300UKT Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Upright Vacuum Cleaner review
The Shark ICZ300UKT Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Upright Vacuum Cleaner is just as powerful as a corded vacuum, but with the freedom of a cordless design.
By Millie Fender
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Best robot vacuum: to keep dust and dirt at bay
Buy the best robot vacuum for your home with our roundup
By Chris Haslam
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Shark IZ300UK Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner review
We reviewed the Shark IZ300UK Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner in a home full of pet hair, carpets, and hardwood floors.
By Millie Fender
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Celebrities are raving about this Poundland pumpkin hack to get your home Halloween ready
Tried and tested by Ideal Home - and we love it
By Millie Hurst
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Roidmi RS60 review: a mop and cordless vacuum, combined
In this Roidmi RS60 review we took it for a spin to see if it's cut out for use on hard floors and rugs, as well as testing out the nifty mop attachment
By Millie Fender
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Hoover Upright 300 Pets upright vacuum cleaner review
Our Hoover Upright 300 Pets review finds this vac a champ on carpet and a powerful pet hair remover, while still being light to carry and manoeuvre.
By Sarah Warwick
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Dyson Micro 1.5kg review: Dyson’s lightest vacuum yet is great for small homes
In this Dyson Micro 1.5kg review we were impressed with its performance in a compact London flat. But, there’s a catch…
By Millie Fender
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Black and Decker 10-in-1 Steam Mop FSMH13E10 review
The Black and Decker 10-in-1 Steam Mop weighs half as much as some rivals, thanks to a clever, pared-down design. Our writer tested it and found that it’s no lightweight when it comes to steam cleaning performance.
By Caramel Quin