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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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Russell Hobbs' Bladeless Tower Fan doubles as an air purifier and is the ultimate budget alternative to a Dyson — it’s so effective that I can’t sleep without it

As a hay fever sufferer and a hot sleeper, it's been a game-changer

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Experts warn against opening your windows when using an air purifier — and what you can *actually* do when temperatures soar

Do air purifiers work with the windows open or is it counter-intuitive?

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‘My only regret is that I didn’t get it sooner’ — I tried out the £25 Dunelm buy with rave reviews to help me sleep at the height of hay fever season

I always thought they were just for kids

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Should you buy a steam cleaner or a carpet cleaner? Experts reveal which one you really need to deep-clean your carpets

From deep cleaning power to everyday ease, we've asked the experts which tool really gets the job done

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Are you making these common floor cleaning mistakes? Experts warn that these simple slip-ups can damage your carpets and hard flooring

Expert tips to keep all types of floors looking their best

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I bought multiple Shark vacuums before becoming an expert vacuum tester — these are the 5 things I wish I knew back then

I've made the mistakes so you don't have to

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Is it better to vacuum or mop first? Experts reveal the ideal cleaning order — and when you should switch it up

The answer isn't as simple as it may seem

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I asked a Dyson engineer how you can avoid these common Dyson vacuum cleaner problems — and how to make the most of your machine

From a loss of suction to poor battery life, I asked the questions to get the answers you need

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Experts warn that these 5 mopping mistakes are making your floors dirtier — and damaging your floors in the process

This is how to keep them clean and avoid costly damage

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I threw wine, tea and mud on my carpets to test out Shark’s newest carpet cleaner — but after using it, you wouldn’t know

With the built-in spot cleaner, it's also a game-changer for pet parents

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Should you have an air purifier on while you're cleaning? Air quality experts say this secret weapon will improve your cleaning routine

You'll need to follow 5 steps to make the most of it, though

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One year on, Shark’s budget-friendly cordless pet vacuum cleaner is still one of my favourites – and my mum can’t get enough of it either

The Shark PowerPro is cheap and cheerful, but might not suit everyone

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I’ve been using Lakeland’s new £5 mini mop as a shower squeegee, window cleaner and damp duster — it’s the ultimate multi-purpose cleaning tool

Yep, I've added this new mini cleaning tool to my collection

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