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The Roomba Plus 415 Combo is a genuinely good robot vacuum cleaner trapped inside a machine that can’t see where it’s going
3+ hour, 45+ min ago (1687+ words) There's a lot to love, but it's not perfect Mopping genuinely scrubs, clearing spills in one pass Edge cleaning goes right up to the skirting boards Dock is relatively compact Carpet detection is quick and audible Sets up perfectly well…...
Joseph Joseph's 'weird' mop has already sold out once – if you're still using a mop and bucket, it will revolutionise how you clean your floors
6+ day, 15+ min ago (1098+ words) Sorry, regular mops, there's a new kid in town As it’s literally my day job to test floorcare tools and appliances, I’m under no illusion that these products often look the same. But when I learned of the brand-new Joseph…...
Pest experts want you to sprinkle old fossils in your bin to get rid of maggots – trust me, it really does work
1+ week, 3+ day ago (375+ words) It's highly effective and safe to use around kids and pets Trying to work out how to kill maggots in your kitchen bin? You’re not alone, as all this hot summer weather has provided the perfect breeding conditions for flies,…...
‘Body doubling’ is the psychological hack you need to declutter your home – it banishes distractions, holds you accountable and gets the job done fast
2+ week, 2+ day ago (1040+ words) How to use it for maximum impact in your home We all want a tidy home, but this is easier said than done. Everyday mess, busy schedules and our unique characteristics can make it incredibly difficult to keep on top…...
I thought I’d wasted my money on a robot vacuum until I realised I’d been skipping this vital step – experts say it’s necessary for a reliable and consistent clean every time
2+ week, 6+ day ago (871+ words) This 2-minute task makes all the difference I may be Ideal Home’s Certified Expert in Vacuums, but I’m not ashamed to admit that I’ve only recently come to love and appreciate robot vacuums. For many years, I thought they were…...
With one click, I turned Miele’s new cordless vacuum cleaner into a mop for my filthy floors – but is this 3-in-1 appliance worth the hefty price tag?
3+ week, 3+ hour ago (1795+ words) The Miele Triflex HX3 Aqua isn't a regular vacuum Impressive vacuum suction and mopping results 3-in-1 design adapts to different cleaning tasks Long battery run time Switching between separate floor head attachments can interrupt cleaning routine Requires more effort to push…...
Ask Lucy: Solving your cleaning queries one at a time
3+ week, 2+ day ago (606+ words) Solving your cleaning queries one at a time Content creator Lucy Kalice is one of Ideal Home's Open House contributors, sharing her thoughts on cleaning, home decor and making the most of small spaces. See the rest of her articles…...
If flies are plaguing your home, try this expert-approved DIY trap – I bet you have the ingredients
3+ week, 3+ day ago (372+ words) Sorry flies, you're no longer welcome at this address If you’re struggling to get rid of flies this summer, then why not try making a yeast trap? And yes, you can use the affordable, fast-acting yeast you can pick up…...
I’m using this bargain holiday essential to tidy up my home – professional organisers say they’ll turn my ‘unorganised dumping ground’ into a clutter-free haven
3+ week, 5+ day ago (1114+ words) Stop shoving it to the back of your cupboard when you've flown home I’m incredibly guilty of buying holiday-specific items that I only use once or twice a year. Admittedly, there are very limited occasions for me to use a…...
Stop leaving your food waste bin on the kitchen worktop – this is where waste experts say you should try storing it during the summer
4+ week, 2+ day ago (440+ words) Bad bin smells plaguing your kitchen? Give this easy, free hack a try During hot weather, I’ve accepted that I need to empty my food waste bin daily or it will start to stink. But waste experts have just put…...