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‘They’re silent absorbers of moisture’ – the 4 things you need to declutter to prevent damp in your home, according to the pros

Keep your home cosy and damp-free this winter

Ideal Home · Oct 28, 2025

Should you use hot or cold water for mopping? The answer might surprise you

Mopping your floors is an ongoing chore around your home and while you may think the best idea is to grab a bucket of hot water, that might not be what's best for your floors. Here's why.

Tom’s Guide · Aug 30, 2025

Professional cleaner warns you should never use a steam cleaner to remove mold — here's why

Found mold in your home? Here's why you should avoid a steam cleaner as your mold-tackling solution. But, there's plenty of other effective methods you can use instead.

Tom’s Guide · Aug 22, 2025

How to stay physically active in retirement – and why it’s important

Exercise in retirement can help slow physical decline, protect your brain, improve your mood – and keep your heart healthy.

The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2024

Estate Planning for Women: Married, Single, Divorced or Widowed

Estate planning for women must account for longer average lifespans, interrupted work lives and other gender differences. It's crucial for their financial and physical health.

Kiplinger · Sep 18, 2024

Steam cleaning is my favourite way to deep-clean my carpets — this is how to do it in 6 easy steps

Steam cleaners are this year’s hottest appliance (literally)

Ideal Home · Mar 3, 2024

How to get paint off hardwood floors

Fast-track your way to paint-free floors with these expert tips on how to get paint off hardwood floors.

TopTenReviews · Apr 14, 2023

The ‘Hollywood clean’ is going viral on TikTok – but is it actually any good?

We speak to the experts to find out whether this is a good approach to cleaning and if we should be trying it ourselves

Ideal Home · Mar 19, 2023

Professional organisers reveal the most common under-sink storage mistakes – and how to avoid them

Say goodbye to overcrowding once and for all

Ideal Home · Mar 19, 2023

How to clean mirrors — and all of the mistakes you should avoid to ensure a streak-free finish

Transform your mirrors from grubby to gleaming with our expert tips

Ideal Home · Dec 11, 2019