House manual
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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Households urged to follow the 30-minute laundry rule in winter – say goodbye to musty washingIt's the difference between fresh and musty laundry
By Kezia Reynolds
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The simplicity of this £15 electric heater won’t be for everyoneBut if you want something fuss-free for a small room, it’ll get the job done
By Amy Reeves
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I underestimated how much selling my house would set me back – but experts say that doing this one thing can drastically cut moving costsThis is how I plan to save hundreds (while also keeping my stress levels down!)
By Lauren Bradbury
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Finally! Dyson is releasing an *affordable* wet floor cleaner that won’t break the bank – and it’ll be more manoeuvrable than everSay hello to the Dyson PencilWash
By Lauren Bradbury
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4 things people with a tidy home office always have – work from home essentials to boost productivity and banish clutterA tidy workspace = a tidy mind
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’m a Cleaning and Floorcare Editor, and these are the best steam cleaners and mops you can buy for whole-home cleaningBanish grime and blitz bacteria with these top-rated steam cleaners and mops
By Lauren Bradbury
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Every small home dweller I know uses this bargain buy to double their storage – I have at least one in every room!It can be used in any room, cupboard or drawer
By Lauren Bradbury
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The 5 things I clean while I’m sleeping – lazy home cleaning hacks you can replicate with your eyes closed (quite literally!)Who says you need to be awake to clean your house?
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl is launching a clever make-your-own-cleaning-kits that rival Joseph Joseph – they’re ideal if you lack storage space at homePrices start at just £2.99
By Kezia Reynolds
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This electric fan heater hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiencyThe first electric fan heater I've used that evenly spreads heat out and doesn't cost a fortune to run
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Cleaning experts warn that you should replace this kitchen item every weekYour dishes will thank you for it
By Katie Sims
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Flipping brilliant! I tested Shark’s dual-sided steam mop – it’s a no-fuss design that delivers impressive resultsIt proves you don’t need bells and whistles for squeaky-clean floors
By Rebecca Lawton
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This tiny, countertop bin can hold up to 20 litres of plastic waste – its clever compacting feature makes recycling a breezeThis space-saving bin will streamline your recycling routine
By Kezia Reynolds
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This £7 IKEA gadget will spot hidden leaks before they become a problem – say goodbye to damp and mouldIt's the smart home gadget everyone needs for a leak-free home
By Kezia Reynolds
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Behind every tidy home is a clever organiser doing all the heavy lifting – this £10 buy will make your home look instantly neaterGive your shelving the 'wow' factor
By Kezia Reynolds
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Stacey Solomon has shared the bargain buy she uses to dry bedding when it’s raining outside – no tumble dryer required!And it's PERFECT for smaller homes
By Lauren Bradbury
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I refused to let my cluttered galley kitchen stress me out – this is how I doubled my storage and restored order in a small spaceI won't let a lack of kitchen storage beat me...
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’m a firm believer that storage solutions should be as pretty as they are practical – I think these fabric hooks from Oliver Bonas will convince you, tooSay it with me: 'storage solutions should be pretty!'
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’m a lazy cleaner, but the best vacuum mops offer twice the clean with half the effort – and after testing, these are my top 3 picksI'm a little obsessed with vacuum mops, and these three have won me over more than most
By Lauren Bradbury
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This beautiful electric heater is the log burner alternative I’ve been searching forThe VonHaus Electric Stove & Log Store is an ideal option ifm like me, you want the log burner look on a budget
By Sarah Handley
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My nan introduced me to this old-school cleaning tool – now I won’t dust my house without it (and it’s professional cleaner-approved!)I didn't understand the hype, but now I'm converted
By Lauren Bradbury
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I limewashed my walls for the first time, and now I'm hooked – here’s 5 things I learnt from the processIt wasn’t as easy as regular painting, but I’m absolutely smitten
By Linda Clayton
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I use this Joseph Joseph cleaning set every day – but I’ve spotted IKEA has an almost-identical alternative that’s £50 cheaperAs a Cleaning Editor, I approve this alt!
By Lauren Bradbury
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This is how long your oil-filled radiator should last, according to the prosPlus how you can make it last longer
By Sarah Handley
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I asked the pros whether smart electric heaters are actually worth itI'm not surprised by the answer
By Sarah Handley
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This common airflow mistake could be causing damp patches behind your furniture, experts warnAnd these quick fixes will help stop damp forming behind sofas and furniture
By Jenny McFarlane
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I didn't realise how filthy my carpets were until I used this at-home Rug Doctor – it's hard to beat for professional-looking resultsI was mortified at the dirt it pulled from my carpets
By Rebecca Lawton


