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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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How to clean glasses – the ultimate step-by-step guide on how to clean cloudy glasses and make them sparkle
Air drying your glasses is key, according to cleaning experts
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best air purifiers – improve indoor air quality with the best air filters
We've tried and tested the best air purifiers on the market to find the filters that can help to combat dust, pet, and pollen allergies, and improve the air quality in your home
By Amy Lockwood
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How to clean an oven with a dishwasher tablet - save time with this nifty cleaning hack
This nifty little dishwasher tablet hack will save you hours of scrubbing
By Emma Rinaldi
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Meet the best cordless vacuum cleaners of 2024 in the UK from Shark, Henry, VAX and more
Make cleaning convenient with the 12 best cordless vacuum cleaners that the Ideal Home team can't live without
By Molly Cleary
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How to wash white towels - the best way to keep them bright, fresh and soft
Ensure, bright, fresh and soft towels with this step-by-step on how to wash white towels
By Rachel Homer
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These January cordless vacuum deals will be your saviour if you're looking to save on this household essential
Find the biggest January cordless vacuum deals of 2024 currently live
By Molly Cleary
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How to clean your kitchen in 15 minutes or less
Guests arriving any minute? Or simply sick of the mess. Try this quick clean-up routine
By Amy Cutmore
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How to clean an oven without chemicals - get a professional finish naturally
Get rid of that cooking grease and grime with non-toxic cleaners that are kind to you and your home
By Amy Cutmore
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How often to wash towels - experts have the final say on how often you should be doing it
Experts share the best practice on how often towels should be washed to keep them in 5-star condition
By Rachel Homer
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How long does it take to defrost a freezer? This is how much time to schedule in
Our experts explain how long it takes to defrost a freezer, and shortcuts to help speed the process up
By Amy Hodge
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The smart home trends experts say will be taking over for 2024
What's predicted to be the latest in must-have home tech
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Find the best handheld vacuum cleaner for your home with these tried and tested from Shark, Gtech, Beldray and more
Tackle spills, crumbs and pet hair in a hurry with the best handheld vacuum cleaners
By Molly Cleary
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How to clean an oven quickly - get it done in 30 minutes or less with these time-savvy expert tips
Because no one wants to spend hours on this unappealing chore
By Emma Rinaldi
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How to wash pillows - keep them fluffy and fresh wash after wash
Give your pillows the refresh they deserve with our easy how to
By Katie Sims
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Toy storage ideas – 29 clever solutions for an organised living room or playroom
Store toys so they're easily accessible and quick to stash away after the kids have gone to bed
By Tamara Kelly
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How to wash bath towels for ultimate clean comfort
Ensure bath towels are always soft and fluffy with these easy steps
By Rachel Homer
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Getting my home up to speed with the latest smart security system
Looking out for my home and family has never been so easy
By Sponsored
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How to clean oven racks - expert tips for a professional clean
Experts share their top tips for how to clean oven racks to keep your oven in perfect condition
By Emma Rinaldi
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How much does it cost to get an oven cleaned professionally? And is it worth it?
Is it worth paying a specialist to clean your cooker? We investigate the pros and cons
By Amy Cutmore
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How often should you defrost a freezer? According to experts, you should be doing it regularly
Warning: it is probably more often than you think it is
By Amy Hodge
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These are the best Shark vacuums, as tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
We've tested the best Shark vacuums so you can keep the floors in your home dust, fluff and pet hair-free. From cordless to handheld, we've rated them
By Molly Cleary
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5 alternative ways to reuse your Gu pots to give the hoarded dessert containers a new lease of life
Clear those untouched Gu pots off your kitchen shelves and put them to use
By Sara Hesikova
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7 mistakes experts urge you to avoid when defrosting your freezer before Christmas
If you're defrosting and cleaning your freezer ready for the Turkey order, make sure you don't fall for these mistakes
By Amy Hodge
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How to wash towels with vinegar - the natural hack to keep towels clean and soft
Vinegar is the natural way to soft and clean towels
By Rachel Homer
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How to clean a sofa – expert cleaning tips to make your sofa look good as new
Whether it's fabric, leather or velvet, keep your sofa looking its best by getting the cleaning just right
By Laurie Davidson
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How to clean inside a kettle with lemon, vinegar and other easy methods
Get rid of limescale and leave your kettle gleaming
By Jennifer Ebert
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The ultimate 2024 cleaning calendar - one big job to tackle each month this year
Have you vowed to make 2024 your tidiest year yet?
By Amy Cutmore