Cleaning
Get cleaning advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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‘Have a dryer? You should have this’ – the $17 extending dryer vent cleaning hero 10,000 Amazon shoppers bought last month and loved
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From checking on loved ones to knowing when your dog is bored, AI in the home is starting to look after us – but should tech companies know so much about our personal lives?
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How to clean and care for a mattress protector without damaging it – our ultimate expert guide
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I've spent 250 hours testing vacuums, and this tiny $4 sewing tool is the king of safely removing pesky wrapped hair in seconds
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I’m a stubborn millennial and hate ironing, but I'll admit this $49 compact steamer for easy wrinkle-banishing is now a must-have
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Tired of tedious chores? This futuristic 4-in-1 Roborock home cleaning system, unveiled at IFA Berlin, slashes housework and fits in small homes
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Professional cleaners say my simple dirt test is a great ‘quick confidence check’ before visitors arrive
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'Organized and fabulous' – I already have this Joseph Joseph laundry basket, but it’s so good I’m buying another for my bedroom while there is a $30 discount
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I follow these 5 simple steps after every shower and my bathroom is always spotless and mold-free
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5 things I'll be cleaning this September – including my backpack and bottle for a practical fresh start this fall
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This is the forgotten pantry ingredient hack my grandma swears by for yellowed pillowcases
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I tested the Roborock Q7 M5 robot vacuum – it's great if you're on a budget, but spending a little extra will give you an even better clean
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The futuristic Dreame X50 Ultra robot vacuum can climb small steps – get it $440 cheaper for a limited time only
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I'm a professional cleaner, and this is the most vital and overlooked housekeeping task you should do daily if you have kids at home
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Is the outside of your home covered in dusty summer cobwebs? Remove them easily at arm's length with this free DIY tool tip
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I've switched on my brain's cleaning autopilot with this fun musical hack that mental health pros say will beat procrastination and chore dread
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How to keep a clean home when you have pets – our ultimate guide to living with furry friends
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This is the vintage, non-toxic hack cleaning pros love for eliminating bathtub stains with ease
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I was horrified to learn this is one of the dirtiest items in my house, but an ‘awesome’ $12 cleaning duo helps me quickly and fully sanitize it with ease
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6 genius alternative ways to use an iron at home that have nothing to do with clothes – experts say it’s surprisingly versatile
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This is the only natural kitchen ingredient you need to remove annoying sticky label residue with zero scrubbing
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5 things professional cleaners always notice in dirty bedrooms that are a ‘breeding ground’ for dirt
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How to clean and care for a mattress topper – our ultimate expert guide
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'It's so well made and robust' – grab $135 off this versatile Joseph Joseph trash can that's stacked for tiny kitchens and easy recycling
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Best dishwashers 2025 – everything you need to know before buying a dishwasher, plus the top three models backed by experts
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I swapped big tidying sessions of my awkward living room for mini resets for a week – now I’m hooked
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Tired of big machines for small messes? This compact, light 'beast of a machine' banishes decades-old stains in seconds – it's great for pet messes, too
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I’m sick of my trash bags tearing, so I’m switching to these great value 15-cent heavy-duty ones that 190,000 people swear by
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I love this $1 hack for removing shoe odor overnight – it’s mess-free, non-toxic, and needs little effort
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