Cleaning
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Experts reveal a genius vodka cleaning hack to get rid of tough stains
Before you panic-buy a carpet cleaner, try this
By Millie Hurst •
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How to clean countertops: quartzite, granite, laminate, concrete and more kitchen worktops
The best ways to clean countertops properly whether you've quartzite, granite, laminate, concrete or another kitchen worktop installed
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Cleaning fans swear by this unusual teabag trick for cleaning frying pans - it's a game-changer
Instagram can't get enough of this frying pan cleaning tip that promises to get dirty pans spotless using just a teabag and no sponge
By Rebecca Knight •
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Cleaning laminate flooring – the best ways to tackle dirt using a mop, vinegar and more methods
You've been cleaning laminate flooring all wrong. This is how to get that pristine, no-streak, gleaming finish, using a mop, vinegar and other wonderful ways
By Sarah Warwick •
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Need to clean the oven? This viral hack will get it sparkling, no elbow-grease required
Get ready to overhaul the way you clean your oven with this genius TikTok hack
By Kaitlyn McInnis •
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BISSELL CrossWave Cordless Max review
We tested the BISSELL CrossWave Cordless Max in our home –is this the best new multi-surface cleaner out there?
By Annie Collyer •
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How to clean curtains – wash dirty drapes in situ with a steam cleaner or by hand
How to clean curtains successfully without taking them down, whether you have a steam cleaner or not
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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A guide to cleaning vinyl flooring – brighten up planks and tiles with vinegar and more
Cleaning vinyl flooring is a must to keep yours stylish, warm and practical on all fronts. Sanitize your planks or tiles with vinegar and more, here's how.
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean stone floors – spruce natural stone tiles, plus, why vinegar is a no go
DIY expert Helaine Clare's shares her knowledge on how to clean stone floors step-by-step. Plus, why you shouldn't use vinegar
By Helaine Clare •
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How to clean a floor – from vacuuming to dry mopping, using vinegar and more
Where should you start when cleaning a floor? This is what you need to know whether you have wood, vinyl, laminate or another type of hard flooring at home
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Best robot vacuum: 5 of the best robot vacuum cleaners for all homes and budgets
If it's time to consider getting the best robot vacuum cleaner to help with sweeping through the home then our expert guide can help
By Jennifer Oksien •
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Best air freshener: 14 top buys for a clean home
The Real Homes guide on the best air fresheners to buy for a lovely smelling home – and to banish those odours (and bacteria) in seconds
By Annie Collyer •
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Cleaning leather: 5 steps to treat your couch, chairs and car seats naturally
Remove stains from a leather couch or freshen up your car seats – cleaning leather is made easy with natural products like vinegar, oil and even baby soap...
By Lucy Searle •
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Tik Tok's 'The Folding lady' says we're folding our clothes all wrong- here’s how to do it right
You’re not going to believe how quick and easy these ingenious folding hacks are
By Megan Slack •
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How to clean upholstery – 3 steps to care for chairs and more furniture fabrics yourself
Cleaning upholstery in the home is easily done. Tend to fabric sofas, velvet chairs, cushions and more yourself with our simple and specialist guide
By Lucy Searle •
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Best steam cleaner: our top 10 steam mops – according to the team
Clean and sanitise your home with one of the best steam cleaners – or best steam mops – from our expert guide
By Jennifer Oksien •
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How to clean a couch – sanitize fabric sofas properly to lift stains, smells and more
Cleaning a couch properly: How to sanitize your sofa quickly and efficiently. Tackle stains on a fabric couch with vinegar, water and more for the best results
By Sarah Warwick •
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Best Miele vacuum 2021: 5 top bagged, robot and cordless vacuum cleaners
If you want the best in class clean, you might have your eye on a Miele vacuum. See our roundup of the best models for every need, from their RX2 robot vacuum, to their latest cordless model and some old favourites that do an expert job
By Jennifer Oksien •
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How to clean a mirror for streak-free results using vinegar, water and more
Want to know how to clean a mirror properly? Make yours sparkle using vinegar, water and more with our expert advice
By Lesley Hannaford Hill •
