House manual
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3 cleaning jobs I'd never do myself and neither should you – here's why they are best left to the pros
Here's why I always call in the experts
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I put Hoover’s new £270 robot vacuum and mop to the test – it’s perfect for hands-free cleans
It's ultra-slim and budget-friendly
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Does the UK have a problem with giant rats? Pest experts have bad news after a 22-inch rat is found in a home
It seems giant rats are on the rise...
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Rylan’s sleek washing machine set-up is hiding a genius solution to make laundry day twice as fast
His double washing machine will make quick work of laundry day
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‘I’ve never been so ruthless!’ – This is how I used the 5-second decluttering rule to declutter my under-the-stairs cupboard
Now I've stopped second-guessing my decisions
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My dog and I tested the best vacuums for pet hair in our fluff-filled home – these are the only 6 I'd recommend
Find the best vacuum cleaners for pet hair with our expert reviews
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Your recycling will end up in a landfill if you don’t complete this one important step, say waste experts
It's a little effort for a big difference
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I’m a cleaning editor, and these are the 6 best upholstery cleaners I rate to refresh sofas, curtains and carpets
These are the cleaning and stain-removal staples I think everyone should have in their caddy
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3 scents wasps hate to stop these buzzing pests from plaguing your garden and home
Wasps naturally avoid these scents
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Experts say this dehumidifier 'cooling' hack could be backfiring on your energy bills and hiking them up
Using your dehumidifier on its own to help your home feel cooler might not be worth it...
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I put this steam-powered spot cleaner to work on carpets, sofas and even the kids' mucky trainers — my busy family home has never been so clean
I didn't expect results this good
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I reset my interior style with a declutter during my home renovation – now it finally reflects who I am at 40
My home renovation declutter helped me make this huge change to my interior style
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Don't throw your old toothbrushes in the bin this summer – it’s the secret weapon to making your garden furniture glow
The cleaning tool you never knew you needed
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These 4 common household items are inviting flies into your home without you realising, according to experts
Tell these pests to buzz off!
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Does an air purifier cool a room? The experts share what they can and can't do for those looking to beat the heat this summer
There is an alternative to consider, though
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Experts reveal how long a vacuum cleaner should *actually* last – and the 4 things drastically reducing its lifespan
These are the things to keep an eye out for
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It takes a lot to impress me as an expert vacuum tester – but Gtech’s one-and-only stick vacuum won me over
And it's a bargain at just £299
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I tested three blind cleaning tools to see which one would *actually* leave my blinds dust-free – and no, it wasn’t a regular duster
Amazingly, my top pick is less than £5
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I'll never paint a room without it – this genius tool doubles as a paint tin opener and brush, and makes decorating so much easier
This is now one of my painting essentials
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I tested the best air purifiers against smoke, cooking smells and everyday allergens – these are the 6 I'd pick for a healthy home
The best air purifiers for improving indoor air quality, as tested by the Ideal Home team
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‘People with tidy cupboards don’t own fewer things by accident’ – these are the 6 things you need to avoid to keep your kitchen cupboards clutter-free
People with tidy kitchen cupboards *never* do these things
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‘I love it so much I’ve already bought another one!’ – Lakeland’s £10 mini countertop vacuum is a crumb-busting kitchen must-have
It's become my go-to cleaning tool
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I tried ‘decluttering like a tourist’ and it is one of the best decluttering methods for breaking through decision fatigue I’ve tried
It will make you see your home in a different light
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This quiet little dehumidifier and air purifier is the perfect addition to any small utility space – it tackled drying my laundry in a breeze
It's small but mighty and perfect for family homes
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I tested Blueair’s ‘smallest smart air purifier’ for two weeks in my home — it’s a quiet powerhouse for cleaner air
For under £130, it’s a solid all-rounder
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Is AI the future of decluttering? Experts say it’s your new ‘highly efficient, completely neutral, decluttering consultant’
It makes the task much easier
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8 things you should never paint in your home – keep your paintbrush away from these items to avoid regret
This is what you should do instead
