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Our house manual guides cover every aspect of managing your home. We have advice for those buying, selling or renting. We can help you manage your bills, create a new cleaning regime or organise your rooms.
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I don’t have the space to store a full-size carpet cleaner in my small home – this is how I refresh my carpets for spring without oneNo storage space? No problem!
By Lauren Bradbury
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5 things people with a tidy under-the-sink cupboard always have – clutter-busting tools to double your storage space and curb the chaosFix the mess once and for all
By Lauren Bradbury
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This stylish, Scandi-inspired air purifier doubles up as a side table – and it’s ideal for open-plan spacesI hate how out-of-place air purifiers can look, but this one fits right in
By Caroline Preece
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This Daewoo oil-filled heater kicks out heat for hours after it’s been turned offIt'd be ideal for someone working from home
By Amy Reeves
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I tested Meaco's new dehumidifier – it's got to be one of the best models out there right now for chilly UK homesA great buy for small to medium-sized homes, this compact piece of kit is design-savvy and app-compatible
By Annie Collyer
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This ProBreeze heater finally changed my opinion of oil-filled radiatorsIt turns out they are not the old-fashioned relics I once thought they were
By Natasha Brinsmead
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I used this heated spot cleaner to refresh all the floors and upholstery in my home – it tackles stains in seconds, and I’m seriously impressedVersatile, powerful and impressively effective, it really packs a punch
By Rebecca Lawton
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This budget dehumidifier has been designed for the UK climate and the damp issues we face – and it shows with its powerful damp-busting performanceIt's a small addition to the home that'll have a big impact
By Jennifer Oksien
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I recommend this handy mini countertop vacuum to everyone I meet – but I can’t stop thinking about these perfect pastel alternatives*Adds to basket immediately*
By Lauren Bradbury
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My nan convinced me to swap my high-tech vacuum for this old-school alternative – it’s £100s cheaper and so easy to useIt's earned a permanent spot in my cleaning cupboard
By Lauren Bradbury
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I spend my days testing vacuum cleaners – this is the brand I’d choose if I were torn between Dyson or HenryI explore the battle of the British vacuum icons
By Lauren Bradbury
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I used the 3-30 cleaning method to ‘fake’ a spring clean of my home – it was so effective that I completed my to-do list days ahead of scheduleIt’s my new low-effort way to keep my home clean and clutter-free
By Lauren Bradbury
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5 things people with a tidy under-the-stairs cupboard always have – banish clutter and maximise storage in this small-but-mighty spaceTurn your 'dumping ground' into a storage space to be proud of
By Lauren Bradbury
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I let Eufy’s newest robot vacuum loose in my busy family home – this is how it navigated scattered toys and messy mealtimesIt's not flawless, but it delivers seriously strong suction power and impressive mopping
By Rebecca Lawton
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Are energy bills going up? I’m a home energy expert and this is what you need to knowThis is when prices might rise and what you can do right now to minimise the impact
By Sarah Handley
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5 things people with tidy clothes always have in their drawers and wardrobes – ditch the ‘floordrobe’ and restore order to your clothes storageMaximise space and minimise clutter with these affordable buys
By Lauren Bradbury
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I test vacuums for a living, and these are the 6 handheld models I’d recommend for quick cleans in the home (and the car!)The best handheld vacuum cleaners for speedy cleans, awkward corners and a crumb-free car
By Lauren Bradbury
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I've selected the best heated clothes airers and drying pods that dry clothes fast, so you can save time and moneyThese tried and tested picks dry laundry faster indoors
By Jenny McFarlane
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I’m a home energy expert and this is my foolproof way to choose the right kind of fanPlus, this is why it shouldn’t just be a summer purchase
By Sarah Handley
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I’ve streamlined my spring cleaning routine with these game-changing essentials – must-have tools and products that have cut my cleaning time in halfAs a Cleaning Editor who hates cleaning, you can trust me on this one
By Lauren Bradbury
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As a robot vacuum cleaner convert, this is my one piece of advice for anyone buying their first robot vacuum this springStill on the fence? Let me help you out
By Lauren Bradbury
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This is how many hours a day your heating should be on in spring to avoid wasting energyIt's the ideal schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency
By Sarah Handley
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Why I have to wait to install solar panelsI was on my way to a renewable home until I was tripped up by two professional opinions
By Amy Reeves
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I swapped my expensive Shark vacuum mop for this budget-friendly alternative – it’s £150 cheaper but still does a stellar jobFrom crumbs to sticky spills, it cleans like a pro and is busy mum-approved!
By Rebecca Lawton
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TikTok convinced me to clean my oven with cling film – trust me, this low-effort hack is a game-changer for lazy cleanersNo elbow grease required!
By Maddie Balcombe
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I hate doing laundry, but this clever laundry basket from Dunelm makes the process faster – it's easy to store in tiny homes, tooIt makes the chore more efficient
By Kezia Reynolds
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I finally got my hands on Dyson’s first-ever ‘desktop’ air purifier – it proves size doesn’t matter when you’ve got the tech to back it upIt's stylish, reactive and costs just pennies to run
By Lauren Bradbury


