Tag: cleaning

Vacuuming the stairs – how do you clean yours?

by , Home Product Researcher Energy & Home 28 April 2013
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A set of carpeted stairs

Of all the jobs around the house, vacuuming the stairs is the most groan-invoking. But there are several different ways to approach the problem - so how do you clean yours? (more about vacuuming the stairs...)

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Revealed: the new Dyson… er… thing?

by , Home Product Researcher Energy & Home 5 February 2013
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New Dyson invention teaser image

Dyson's teasing its newest invention. But the dazzling array of metal tubes, plastic things and circular doohickeys in its teaser video don’t give much away. What do you think it might be, and what do you want it to be? (more about Dyson's new product...)

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Powder vs liquid detergent – which cleaned up in our tests?

by , Senior Business Researcher Energy & Home 7 January 2013
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Gel detergents

Once again, Which? tests have shown up the differences between liquid and gel detergents compared to powders. So is powder or liquid detergent the way to go if your main aim is to get your laundry clean? (more about laundry detergents...)

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Is your appliance lying to you?

by , Home Product Researcher Energy & Home 26 November 2012
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Washing machine timer

Time remaining displays on washing machines, tumble dryers and dishwashers can help you plan your day around your chores. But what if the predicted time differs from the actual length of the cycle? (more about appliance timers...)

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There’s a mouse in my kitchen! What would you do?

by , Senior Home Researcher Energy & Home 26 November 2012
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An empty mousetrap outside a mouse hole with tiny footprints leading away

With the recent drop in temperatures, I've been warming up my house for the ensuing winter months. But it seems I've inadvertently created a nice cosy space for some uninvited guests... (more about removing mice...)

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Have you joined the steam cleaning age?

by , Home Product Researcher Energy & Home 19 September 2012
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Steam cleaner

As the interest in steam cleaners starts to take off, these hot appliances could soon be in vogue. Have you bought into this home cleaning product, and if so, just what are you cleaning? (more about steam cleaners...)

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Do you really need a Dyson?

by , Home Product Researcher Energy & Home 5 September 2012
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Thanks to Kazuhiro Keino on Flickr for the image.

Our research found that if you’re a Which? member and have a bagless vacuum cleaner, there's a 75% chance it’ll be a Dyson. But my question is - do you really need a Dyson? (more about Dyson vacuums...)

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Is steam cleaner hype just a lot of hot air?

by , Online Home Writer Energy & Home 3 July 2012
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Steam cleaner cleaning a carpet

Everyone's talking about steam cleaners right now, whether it’s about the way they make floors spotless or how they fight to kill off germs. But is the hype around steam cleaners justified by their performance? (more about steam cleaners...)

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Your tales of retro kitchen appliances

by , Senior Home Researcher Energy & Home 18 May 2012
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A vintage microwave oven

In 2011, we put out a call for owners of old appliances to come forward and tell us all about them. Since then, we’ve received dozens of stories from proud owners about their vintage appliances that simply refuse to die. (more about retro appliances...)

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Laundry detergents – does bio make your skin crawl?

by , Home Product Researcher Energy & Home 16 May 2012
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Washing machine

Bio versus non-bio is a sensitive subject. Yet, despite studies using thousands of volunteers, it’s still not clear whether bio-washing detergent irritates skin conditions. So why keep our washing machines bio-free? (more about bio vs non-bio...)

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Are you married to your branded washing detergent?

by , Home Product Researcher Energy & Home 29 March 2012
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washing powder bubbles on water

Trust, faith and delivering on promises - relationships depend on these principles. But are you too devoted to your costly, branded laundry detergent, or do you fancy a bit of own-label washing powder? (more on branded washing powders...)

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Achoo! Would you buy a vacuum cleaner for your allergies?

by , Home Product Researcher Energy & Home 12 March 2012
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A vacuum cleaner on a carpet

Does dust really get up your nose? According to the NHS, one in five of us could be suffering from indoor allergies. But does this matter when you’re buying a new vacuum cleaner? (more about vacuum cleaners and allergies...)

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