Laundry
Laundry advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Laundry
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I had no idea drying laundry indoors could cause mould – experts share how to avoid this happening in your home
Experts share their top tips for drying washing indoors, mould-free
By Jenny McFarlane
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My go-to heated clothes airer for drying laundry fast indoors is now reduced by £85 on Lakeland – and it comes with a cover too
This airer deal is hotting up...
By Jenny McFarlane
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Best heated clothes airers – tried and tested for drying clothes indoors, fast
Laundry piles don't stand a chance...
By Jenny McFarlane
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This clever Joseph Joseph laundry basket makes sorting laundry less hectic – and it's currently on sale
Say goodbye to last-minute sorting...
By Jenny McFarlane
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3 things my MIL always does to dry clothes faster indoors
Simple tricks my mother-in-law swears by
By Jenny McFarlane
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Hoover is launching the UK's first triple-drum washing machine – it can handle 3 loads at the same time on different cycles
Is this the ultimate laundry innovation?
By Jenny McFarlane
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Argos just dropped the price of its heated clothes airers – they have 100s of 5-star reviews and are selling out fast
This is a rare discount at this time of year
By Rebecca Knight
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Lakeland's foldable heated airer with a built-in fragrance dispenser to freshen clothes is a laundry lifesaver – and it's now 20% off
Get your hands on one quick snap...
By Jenny McFarlane
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I've selected the best steam irons – 9 tried-and-tested models that will power through laundry with impressive results
These are the best steam irons the Ideal Home team has tested for tackling every laundry need
By Jenny McFarlane
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I tried Lenor’s Crease Release Spray on my bedding – it's safe to say that I won't be ironing my sheets any time soon
Crease spray is the quick, easy trick for fresher, less crumpled-looking bedding
By Katie Sims
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I swear by clothes steaming – and Aldi's £14.99 handheld steamer is a total laundry lifesaver
Get your hands on one quick snap...
By Jenny McFarlane
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Should you iron your bedding or is it a waste of time? Help us settle the debate
Let us know your thoughts in the comments
By Jenny McFarlane
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Should you use distilled water in an iron? This is the perfect water combination, experts say everyone should be using in their iron
Experts reveal why a combination of distilled and tap water is best
By Katie Sims
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What I wish I knew before buying a clothes steamer – don't make the same mistakes I made
Choosing the right clothes steamer can be a game-changer
By Jenny McFarlane
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Experts share 5 ironing board storage ideas to keep it out of sight and keep your home clutter-free
These ironing board storage ideas that will keep it out of the way when not in use
By Sara Hesikova
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The 4 laundry items you should never dry on a washing line — or risk damaging your wardrobe for good
Think before you peg
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to get wrinkles out of clothes without an iron – 5 alternative methods that will get your clothes crease-free
Creased clothes don't always need an iron - try these hacks instead
By Katie Sims
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I ditched my ironing board for this clever Joseph Joseph mat – and it’s perfect for small homes
This £35 mat is a gamechanger for ironing and steaming alike
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Can you clean curtains with a steam cleaner? Experts reveal the curtain materials you can use this time-saving cleaning hack on
Save time and steam-clean your curtains
By Katie Sims
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How to dry clothes in a small space
The clever laundry solutions to suit compact living areas
By Katie Sims
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We tested the best ironing boards in 2025 to easily de-crease your laundry pile
Our picks of the best ironing boards from Brabantia, Joseph Joseph, Beldray and more
By Jenny McFarlane
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5 things I wish I knew before buying a heated airer so you don’t waste your money on the wrong one like I did
If you're shopping a heated airer in the Black Friday sales, here are a few things to consider
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts warn that heated airers can cause irreparable damage to your floors – here's what to do to prevent it
With the right care and attention, it's possible to use a heated airer AND keep your floors in pristine condition
By Lauren Bradbury
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How long does a heated airer take to dry clothes? This is how long it should really take to dry T-shirts, knitwear, and bed sheets
It all depends on the clothing you're trying to dry...
By Lauren Bradbury
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Can heated airers cause damp? Experts explain this common problem and how to combat it
Find out how to quickly dry your clothes this winter while keeping your home mould-free
By Eilidh Williams
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6 common mistakes people make when buying a heated clothes airer – and how to avoid them
How to get the best from your heated airer, before it even comes home
By Jullia Joson
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4 things you need to do before turning on your heated airer - experts reveal how to check it's safe to use
Get the most out of your heated airer this winter
By Kezia Reynolds