A dirty kitchen
Cleaning

How to get rid of flying ants – 7 expert tips for keeping the swarms at bay 

Wondering how to get rid of flying ants? We enlisted an expert to share some sensible and humane tips for keeping these tiny marvels of nature out of our homes

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Cleaning

How to clean a shower head for boost in power – with expert tips

Stuck with an underperforming shower that drizzles? We tell you how to clean a shower head to banish limescale and give your shower back its power.

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Cleaning

Flaky deposits ruining your cuppa? Here are 5 tricks for descaling a kettle

Say goodbye to ruined cuppas with our top 5 ways to descale your kettle and shift that pesky limescale to bring back the shine

Toddler with inflatable and German Shepherd dog in paddling pool
Cleaning

How to clean a paddling pool

We ask the experts how to keep a paddling pool clean to ensure you have a happy and healthy summer

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Cleaning

How to clean a burnt pan: expert tips on fixing the damage

Burnt a precious pan? Here’s how to clean it, according to a professional chef and there's more ways than one

white tiled bathroom with white toilet and unbranded bottles of cleaning products next to toilet brush and sponge
Cleaning

We tried Michelle Ogundehin’s citric acid cleaning trick and it’s genius

Feeling beaten by limescale marks around the home? Banish them for good with these clever citric acid hacks

Dirty fan
Cleaning

How to clean a fan: easy tips to try and a few things to avoid  

Knowing how to clean a fan is a simple way to protect the quality of the air in your home. These tips will make keeping your fan clean easy.

small red ants on a spoon with sugar
Cleaning

How to get rid of ants – and no, you don’t have to kill them

How do you get rid of ants without killing them? Get rid of ants naturally through these methods while protecting the ecosystem.

Green marble effect roll-top bath with towels from The White Company
Cleaning

Stiff towels? Then avoid this common detergent error

We explore whether you should use fabric softener on towels and how to restore their fluffiness if they've turned to cardboard

Cleaning

How to clean grout: 6 methods to try and a product you might want to avoid

Grimy grout can ruin your bathroom decor. Here's how to get rid of the stains the expert way.