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Experts warn these 5 vacuuming mistakes could actually be making your home dirtier — this is how to avoid them

Are you using your vacuum correctly?

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I predict it’s going to be a bestseller — Minky just dropped its first steam cleaner for powerful, chemical-free cleaning

And I've been using it non-stop since it arrived

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I put Hoover’s new £270 robot vacuum and mop to the test — it’s perfect for hands-free cleans

It's ultra-slim and budget-friendly

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It takes a lot to impress me as an expert vacuum tester — but Gtech’s one-and-only stick vacuum won me over

And it's a bargain at just £299

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‘I love it so much I’ve already bought another one!’ — Lakeland’s £10 mini countertop vacuum is a crumb-busting kitchen must-have

It's become my go-to cleaning tool

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I’m a vacuum expert and swear by my handheld vacuum for whole-home cleaning – these are the 7 ways you can use it around the house

They're way more versatile than you'd think

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Who said Tefal only sells pots and pans? I tested their newest vacuum mop, and it’s a game-changer for messy homes

It has the longest run time I've ever come across

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This £29 IKEA buy has drastically reduced the amount of dust in my home — and it’s £100s cheaper than its competitors

It's small but mighty

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I’m a cleaning editor, and I’ve persuaded my whole team to buy this one thing for a spotless outdoor space on a budget

I already had one, but having a second has changed the game

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Shark’s game-changing VacMop has had its price slashed for Amazon Prime Day - be quick if you want one

We were left very impressed by this handy appliance

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Are bladed or bladeless fans better? Experts explain the key differences — and how to choose the right one for you

From cooling power to cost, we settle the bladed vs bladeless fan debate

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Miele’s top-rated (and most stylish) stick vacuum has been slashed by £100 — it’s now one of the cheapest vacuums you can buy

For £269, it's an absolute steal

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I tested Dyson’s quietest, most powerful air purifier — it offers whole-home purifying unlike any other model I’ve tested

Although it's pricey, I think it’s worth every penny

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B&Q’s budget-friendly £39 fan is flying off the shelves – it’s my heatwave hero and so much cheaper than alternatives

Struggling to find a fan in stock? B&Q has got you covered

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Shh! Don’t tell anyone else, but my favourite Shark vacuum is now just £170 in this early Amazon Prime Day deal

My mum and I are obsessed with this Shark vacuum

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This is the difference between a carpet cleaner and a spot cleaner — because they’re not the same (and offer very different results!)

Experts reveal which one will suit you (and your carpets) best

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Shark has jumped on the hottest appliance trend of the year with its new release – but it’s £100s cheaper than competitors

It really is the tool that does it all, and it comes in three stunning colourways

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Experts reveal the best spots to put an air purifier in a kitchen for maximum odour-busting impact

They're probably not where you'd think

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I tested a budget vacuum that’s almost identical to my Dyson — it’s over £500 cheaper and perfect for quick cleans

It's the best Dyson alternative I've ever tested

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I was almost considering a summer ‘sleep divorce’ — but after testing Shark’s newest fan, it’s (thankfully) off the table

It makes cooling a breeze

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My whole family is allergic to my dog – these are the 4 things I do to get rid of pet dander in my home, so you'd never know

Every pet owner should know these

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Don't spend £500 on a 'flashy' vacuum – here's what'll suit you better and 'clean your floors reliably for the next 20 years'

I sat down with Gtech founder Nick Grey to get his hot take on the vacuum market

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I’m calling it! I predict this game-changing appliance will be just as popular as vacuums by the end of 2025

I test vacuums for a living, but I just can’t deny that it has the potential to de-throne the traditional vacuum

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I’m an expert vacuum tester, but these are the 5 things I wish I knew before buying a Dyson vacuum

If you’re struggling to justify the higher price tag, you'll want to know this too

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Bissell’s new CrossWave model is the ultimate 2-in-1 appliance – I now use it more than my regular vacuum cleaner

Its innovative edge-cleaning technology won me over, too

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