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How to vacuum pet hair – the exact technique and tools I use as a Vacuum Expert to keep my home furr-free

There’s a big difference between vacuuming and vacuuming pet hair

Ideal Home · Dec 3, 2024

Should you cut grass in November, or have you missed the boat? This is what the experts had to say

Time is running out

Ideal Home · Nov 4, 2024

How to care for a philodendron – 6 expert tips to bear in mind

It's one of the best plants to house in our bathrooms or kitchens

Real Homes · Sep 12, 2024

Best air-purifying indoor plants — 10 brilliant options to improve air quality in the home

Add these houseplants to your collection for a fresher home

Ideal Home · Jan 7, 2024

7 festive plants that are poisonous to pets – experts urge pet owners to be vigilant this Christmas

Yes, Christmas trees ARE on the list

Ideal Home · Nov 25, 2023

How to clean a washing machine - a guide to cleaning the drum, seal and filter and banish bad odours

Clean clothes start with a clean washing machine, so let's make sure yours is at its best

Ideal Home · Aug 23, 2023

Why charcoal is the secret to banishing bad kitchen smells (and how to use it!)

Desperate to get rid of a bad smell in your kitchen? Try charcoal

Ideal Home · Aug 22, 2023

How to deadhead lupins and keep them blooming for months in 3 simple steps

Keep your lupins blooming for longer thanks to our guide on how to deadhead them

Ideal Home · Aug 2, 2023

The one place in your home you're forgetting to clean (and why you shouldn't)

These expert tips will help you clean the dirtiest spot in your home

Ideal Home · Jul 26, 2023

How to trim a box hedge – expert tips to neaten up your hedges this summer

The experts also reveal when to trim your box hedge and how to support future growth

Ideal Home · Jul 21, 2023