Cleaning
Get cleaning advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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Do tennis balls work just as well as dryer balls? Our laundry experts separate fact from fiction
Don't risk introducing toxins into your laundry routine, experts urge
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Engineers reveal the 3 common faults they're always fixing in robot vacuums – and how to prevent these from happening to yours
Shark, Dreame and iRobot Roomba engineers share the simple maintenance checks to make
By Dan Fauzi Published
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How to maintain your vacuum when you have pets – experts swear by these 4 simple steps to keep your appliance in great shape for years
You'll thank yourself after cleaning your filters and cutting out that wrapped hair
By Dan Fauzi Published
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5 surprisingly useful ways to clean with your mop at home – it’s not just fit for your floors, say cleaning pros
Put the humble mop to work all over your home
By Rebecca Shepherd Published
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It's a 'healthy way to organize your brain' – forget multi-tasking, ‘single-tasking’ is the key to reducing household chore stress
Sometimes, less is more
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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I’m a professional cleaner, and this is the most overlooked and seriously powerful function on your washing machine
Shift stubborn grime and odors at the touch of a button
By Karina Toner Published
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This easy, quick, and non-toxic way to clean your garbage disposal is one that professional cleaners swear by
Try this natural option and kick harsh chemicals to the curb
By Rebecca Shepherd Published
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I've spent 200+ hours testing vacuums and tried the viral tea bag vacuum hack to deodorize naturally. The results surprised me
It worked better than I expected, but it's not the most effective method out there
By Dan Fauzi Published
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This is one of the worst things you can do to your vacuum cleaner – experts warn it will slash its lifespan by years and damage the motor
Overfilling your vacuum can cause real, long-term damage and is best avoided
By Dan Fauzi Published
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I'm an expert vacuum tester, and no, you really don't need a mattress vacuum – here's what to use instead
Before investing in a new gadget, the tried-and-true methods still work
By Dan Fauzi Published
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Should you dry your clothes outside if you have hayfever? Allergy specialists warn sufferers to steer clear of this 'major trigger'
Doing so can trigger asthma, coughing, itchy eyes and more
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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'It's not something I'm willing to budge on' – shoes on vs. shoes off, what type of household are you?
Our professional cleaners are all in agreement on this one, but would you consider a switch?
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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9 best vacuums for pet hair – fully tested by our home tech experts for fur-free cleaning bliss
We put our top picks through their paces at a fur-filled cat and dog shelter
By Dan Fauzi Last updated
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How to get rid of gnats – 9 simple but effective entomologist-approved methods
Reduce moisture, use traps and seal up entry points, pest pros urge
By Ottilie Blackhall Last updated
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Bissell Hard Floor Expert canister vacuum review – if your home has smooth floors, this is all you need
As the name suggests, this canister vacuum works wonders on hard floors, but even a low-pile rug is too much of a challenge
By Camryn Rabideau Published
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I tried this one easy dishwasher trick and made the annoying need for manual drying a thing of the past
If you hate those little pools of water left on your cups and crockery, this towel trick is for you
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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Step up your pool cleaning routine with Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra
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By Sponsored Published
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I tried the teabag method for cleaning my bathroom, and I couldn't believe the results – here's everything you need to know
It turns out there's more than meets the eye when it comes to my morning brew
By Ottilie Blackhall Last updated
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5 freezer cleaning mistakes you must avoid – or risk compromising your food quality and shortening the lifespan of your appliance
Avoid these blunders for a safer kitchen
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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If your home's facade is riddled with cobwebs, this $12 tool makes cleaning once-unreachable spots simple and speedy
Say goodbye to cobwebs and hello to a fresh and clean facade
By Rebecca Shepherd Published
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I tried the Pomodoro Technique to blast through my spring cleaning to-do list – now I'll always rely on it to banish procrastination
25 minutes is more than enough to make a real difference
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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5 things people with clean mudrooms always do – it will consistently and easily keep dirt at bay
Say goodbye to muddy spring foot prints with these expert-approved tips
By Eve Smallman Published
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Bissell CleanView XR Pet 300W Stick cordless vacuum review – it's a great budget vacuum, but by no means perfect
Low price point, but with the cleaning performance to match it
By Camryn Rabideau Published
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'It's surprisingly effective' – How to clean with white bread, and why this pantry staple might be just what your cleaning routine is missing
Is this unusual cleaning hack the best thing since sliced bread?
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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I’m a professional cleaner, and I swear by these quick and easy tips to clean pet hair from wooden floors
Staying on top of the mess makes it 10 times easier
By Carolina Kazimierski Published
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I tried this glycerin hack to stop the mirror in my bathroom from fogging up – and it worked like magic
It instantly fixed one of my biggest pet peeves
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I tested the Bissell SurfaceSense Allergen Pet Lift-Off upright vacuum – and love how impressively it cleans every surface at this price
After two weeks of vacuuming and testing, I'm recommending this budget-friendly vacuum to everyone
By Camryn Rabideau Published
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Using my Iranian grandma's fridge trick keeps my crisper drawer pristine – and fresh produce lasts twice as long
It's amazing how a simple tweak can make such a big difference
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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Engineers reveal the 4 common faults they're always fixing in Shark vacuums – and how you can prevent them from happening
These checks will restore your Shark vacuum to its former glory
By Dan Fauzi Published