Laundry
Laundry advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Laundry
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Looking to dry your clothes faster? We've found your next secret weapon for laundry day
Dry:Soon’s first foldable heated airer has entered the chat and it is a lifesaver for small homes
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tried this TikTok hack on my heated clothes airer and it halved drying times
'I found the bedsheet clothes airer hack really effective – a double sheet fits nicely over the one I have'
By Millie Hurst
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Are wood burning stoves bad for the environment? The truth revealed
We spoke to the experts to get to the bottom about of whether wood burning stoves really are as damning as rumoured
By Sophie Vening
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Small laundry room ideas – create a hardworking space for laundry
All it takes is careful planning and a stylish look to make sure small is both beautiful and practical
By Jennifer Morgan
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Laundry room ideas – banish those washday blues with the perfect space
Get on top of the family’s washing with a hard-working laundry room, whatever size you’re working with
By Jennifer Morgan
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Utility room vs laundry room - how to decide which is right for you
Confused about the difference between a utility room and a laundry room? Our guide will help you pick the best one for your home
By Katie Sims
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Ewbank Steam Dynamo steam cleaner review
We tried out the Ewbank Steam Dynamo to see how this compact and affordable cleaner could handle a multitude of cleaning jobs
By Lindsey Davis
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Best clothes steamers – 9 buys to de-crease your clothes with ease
The very best clothes steamers as tried, tested and loved by the Ideal Home team. From Philips to Tefal and Fridja, all of the best models are right here.
By Caramel Quin
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Polti Vaporetto Smart 100_B PTGB0077 steam cleaner review
Our writer put the Polti Vaporetto Smart 100_B to the test
By Caramel Quin
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Bissell PowerFresh SlimSteam 2234E review: a quick and nimble steam cleaner
This unusual, stick-style steam cleaner has a love-it-or-loathe-it design with the weight in your hand. Our writer put the Bissell PowerFresh SlimSteam through its paces cleaning floors, furniture, fittings and more.
By Caramel Quin
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Vax Steam Fresh Combi S86-SF-C review: a truly marvellous steam cleaner
If you want a steam cleaner that’s a great all-rounder, look no further.
By Caramel Quin
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Budget utility room ideas to create an affordably beautiful laundry space
Simple tips to make your utility feel more luxe on a budget
By Tamara Kelly
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Shark Floor & Handheld Steam Cleaner S6005UK review
We put the Shark Floor & Handheld steam cleaner S6005JUK to the test. Find out how this steam cleaner performed on floors and other surfaces
By Jennifer Oksien
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Must-have Karcher steam cleaner online at Aldi – £50 cheaper than Argos
Available to buy online so you don't have to leave the house
By Tamara Kelly
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Can a steam cleaner kill the coronavirus? Here’s what you need to know to stop the spread of germs
The chemical free approach
By Rebecca Knight
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No more ironing! Meet the steam closet that dries and presses your clothes – so you don't have to
The LG Styler is set to transform the way we care for clothes, bedding and more
By Tamara Kelly
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Obsessed with rose gold? This iron will add a touch of glamour to the household chores
You'll be desperate to do the chores
By Rebecca Knight
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Never iron again – meet Effie, the machine that dries and presses all your clothes for you
It's time to put your ironing board into retirement
By Amy Cutmore
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Washer-dryers - our pick of the best
Looking for super efficient washer-dryers? From classic white to super silver and beautiful black, we've picked a selection of our favourite washer-dryers.
By Stephanie Hendries
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How to create the perfect laundry room
Country Homes & Interiors show you how to make your laundry room functional without compromising on country style
By Tara King
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Luxe laundry - 10 decorating ideas
If you have to do chores, you may as well do them in style! That's our motto, anyway.
By Holly Walsh
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Space saving laundry solutions for small houses
Laundry is a big job for a small home, but with the right planning it can be a breeze. Read our handy guide
By Julie Butterworth
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Six out of ten school leavers have no idea how to cook or iron their clothes. But, never fear, they do know how to use their iPhones!
With home economics classes becoming a thing of the past, and technology becoming more and more prevalent, it seems most kids would rather be attached to their gadgets than learning important life skills
By Andreia Shelley
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How to make a laundry bag
Discover how to make a jolly laundry bag with these simple instructions from Country Homes & Interiors
By Sara Bird

