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12 cleaning hacks for a sparkling Christmas

From gleaming cutlery to fresh-smelling garlands, these quick wins from the Queen of Clean are a lifesaver. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2025

These dirty household items are secretly driving up your energy bills – here's how to stop them

Cleaning these often neglected household items could make a big difference to your energy bills

Woman & Home · Oct 25, 2025

9 simple ways to switch up your seasonal refresh

From transitioning your wardrobe, to decluttering for autumn/winter homescapes. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2025

Cleaning experts say a 'vodka spritz' is all you need to keep your mattress clean – here's how to use it

Your mattress likes a cocktail just as much as you do

Ideal Home · Jun 16, 2025

Cleaning expert reveals shocking reason your pillow needs cleaning more often than you think

If you can't remember the last time you cleaned your pillows, you'll probably throw them in the washing machine after hearing this

Woman & Home · Jun 5, 2025

6 spring cleaning mistakes making your home dirtier

From using too much product to vacuuming the wrong way, here’s how to fix those bad habits. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK · Apr 24, 2025

Lynsey Crombie reveals the surprising laundry mistake leaving your clothes smelling 'stale and nasty'

Do your clothes smell unpleasant even after you've washed them? It could be your fabric conditioner

Woman & Home · Apr 11, 2025

Is a deep clean better than a spring clean? Experts outline the difference so you can decide which one your home needs

We weigh up the deep clean vs spring clean debate, and ask the experts to explain the difference and find which is better so you can understand which one your home will benefit from

Ideal Home · Mar 21, 2025

How to pollen-proof your home as Met Office issues hay fever ‘red alert’

Here are some simple tips on making your home a hay fever-free space

The Independent UK · Mar 20, 2025

This is the exact date you should start spring cleaning according to cleaning experts – and it's coming up soon

Experts reveal the exact date you should start spring cleaning this year to see the most effective results

Ideal Home · Mar 7, 2025