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How to clean a vacuum cleaner – a step-by-step guide to keep it working better for longerClean your vacuum cleaner inside and out for better suction and a more hygienic home – here's how to do it
By Andrea Childs
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I did not expect this sub-£100 Silentnight fan to be as quiet or as powerful as it isIt can hold its own against fans that are twice the price
By Sarah Handley
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‘Slow vacuuming’ is the only way I’m vacuuming my home this May – and experts explain why you should be doing it tooA little patience can go a long way
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl is selling a robot vacuum cleaner for under £60 – it’s the most affordable model I’ve ever seenHow does this incredibly affordable robot vacuum cleaner shape up?
By Kezia Reynolds
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Create a cooler, calmer home this summer with these bestselling air solutionsSponsored
Say goodbye to sticky summers with Pro Breeze’s powerful air solutions
By Ideal Home
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I thought Shark’s new robot vacuum cleaner would be a gimmick – but it quickly proved me wrongIt's *so* easy to use
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested the OG Henry cylinder vacuum three years ago – this is why it’s still my go-to todayThis smiley red vacuum is robust and affordable
By Helen McCue
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Vonhaus' portable air conditioner put an end to my bedroom overheating at nightIt cooled down the room in record time and will be a game-changer this summer
By Natasha Brinsmead
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The one tool I’m using to dust my house this hay fever seasonNo pollen allowed in this house!
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’ve spent over 300 hours testing vacuum cleaners – these are my top-rated models to suit every householdThe must-have models I’d recommend to family and friends
By Lauren Bradbury
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This new budget dehumidifier is 'designed to keep your home feeling fresher and the air cleaner' – here's why I rate itHow well does Meaco's smallest dehumidifier stack up against its larger models?
By Joanne Lewsley
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3 simple ways to get more out of your air purifier this spring – top tips to combat pollen, dust and other nasty allergensAir quality experts have had their say
By Lauren Bradbury
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Dyson has just solved the biggest problem I have with cordless vacuumsMeet their first self-emptying vacuum cleaner
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested a new cordless vacuum from an under-the-radar brand in my chaotic family home – it seriously won me overIt's smart, sleek and super powerful
By Rebecca Lawton
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This compact Vonhaus air circulator packs a powerful punch — for less than £50I put this air circulator through its paces to see how it fared in a real home environment
By Sarah Handley
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Peak tree pollen season has arrived in the UK – how to keep your home’s air quality levels stableTwo of the nation's most common trees are to blame
By Lauren Bradbury
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How we test steam cleaners and mops at Ideal Home – the exact review process we followHow we determine if this chemical-free cleaning tool is worth your while
By Lauren Bradbury
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My sparkling floors always get so many compliments – these are the two appliances I have to thank for thatSteam or suction? That's the big question!
By Lauren Bradbury
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Thought one air purifier was enough? Think again! This is how to work out how many air purifiers you *actually* needIt's not a one-size-fits-all appliance
By Lauren Bradbury
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The 6 best Shark vacuum cleaners to buy right now – tried and tested by a Vacuum ExpertFind the best Shark vacuum for every home and budget
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested Dyson's newest (and most affordable) wet floor cleaner – the performance won me over, but there's a catchIt's seriously lightweight and offers reliable results
By Rebecca Lawton
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I tried out this UK-designed smart dehumidifier – it dried my laundry in hours and tackled humidity in my home with easeI've dried laundry and combated condensation quickly with this British-made hero
By Jennifer Oksien
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Pro Breeze’s new hybrid fan has been freshening up my home with it’s nifty scent podI have high hopes that it’ll see me through a summer heatwave too
By Sarah Handley
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I tested a ‘smart’ carpet cleaner that leaves floors usable again in under half an hour – it’s seriously convenientIt's one of the most convincing premium carpet cleaners on the market
By Caroline Preece
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It took me just two seconds to transform this wireless Duux fan from desktop to pedestal modeIt’s so light (and effective) I’m planning on taking it on holiday with me
By Sarah Handley
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I’m a vacuum expert, and these are the best cordless vacuum cleaners you can buy for grab-and-go cleaningMy top-rated dust busters from Shark, Dyson, Gtech and more
By Lauren Bradbury
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5 things that people with healthy air quality always have in their homes – keep nasty pollutants out of the houseThe pollutant-busters you need for a healthy home
By Lauren Bradbury


