Cleaning
Get cleaning advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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Experts reveal the 7 most skipped and hated summer cleaning jobs – and how to get past the mental block to tick them off your list
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How to clean stainless steel – 16 methods, tips, and tricks to keep stainless steel all over your home gleaming
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7 things to clean in June 2025 – welcome the summer in sanitized style and avoid pest problems
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How to clean your home office space so it's a 'productivity hub, not a dust collector' – 5 tips from professional cleaners
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This 1 fruit banishes bathroom faucet limescale without chemicals – but I was left with a bitter taste in my mouth after giving it a go, here's why
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Gtech AirRAM 3 review – as a professional vacuum tester, I love this unique cordless vacuum, but it does have some important drawbacks
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'I have never considered anything different' – why the washing up bowl vs. no washing up bowl debate has divided cleaning experts
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Levoit LVAC-300 cordless vacuum review – as somebody who's spent more than 200 hours testing vacuums, I'm impressed
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'It's a miracle' – Tackling built-up limescale in the shower has never been so easy with these 3 cleaning products people swear by
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Is it cheaper to make or buy cleaning products? Experts weigh up the pros and cons – and share the important caveats
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What is a steam cycle on a washer, and is it worth the extra spend?
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I'm a professional vacuum tester, and trust me, this dream combination of 2 vacuum types is superior to having just 1 – and will drastically slash your chore time
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I tried the surprisingly fun 'Städdag' Swedish cleaning method to supercharge my chores – it's perfect for families and busy households
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I don't own a dishwasher, but this ‘grime gradient’ dish-cleaning hack is the only one you'll need for rapid handwashing
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Professional cleaners reveal their top tips for washing dishes – cut your chore time in half
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9 surprising things you can clean brilliantly with Dawn Powerwash – including garden tools, barbecues, shoes and more
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This 1 'low cost, low waste' non-toxic kitchen ingredient easily banishes fridge odors – 'it's a vintage cleaning method that's secretly genius', say pros
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7 patio cleaning mistakes that could spell costly disaster for your summer al fresco dining – and the simple ways to avoid them altogether
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Cleaning experts urge you to sprinkle this 1 kitchen ingredient into your vacuum to finally get rid of pesky odors
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I used to be a lifeguard – here's why you should never skip this essential pool maintenance task if you want to keep your family safe
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I'm a home tech editor, and I always used to put off cleaning my sofas until I started using this tiny handheld vacuum (which is now on sale)
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Is it wrong to clean before a professional cleaner comes over? Plus, the 6 things you should always do before they arrive
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6 mistakes that prove you’re cleaning in the wrong order – and what to do instead to save time, effort, and money
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Why your home needs a 'sweeping week' to permanently kick chore stress to the curb – it's a 'weirdly liberating' gamechanger for shared spaces, say cleaning pros
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I'm a professional cleaner, and this 1 common kitchen cleaning mistake could cost you $100s – here's how to avoid a hefty bill
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7 clever cleaning lessons I learned from Monica Geller and use daily – this beloved Friends character was doing it right all along
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I tried this $1.29 shaving foam cleaning hack to make my mirrors shine – and the results were seriously impressive
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'I hope one day, a vacuum robot can bring me coffee while I’m sitting on the sofa' – researchers just programmed a robot vacuum to do 4 versatile household tasks
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How to clean a kitchen sink – and make it sparkle
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