Latest articles by Joanne Lewsley
How to choose a new dryer—with help from the experts
Advice What to consider when you're making this important purchase for your home, from Smart features to getting the best warranty
How to choose a washer dryer combo—experts explain
Advice What to consider when you're making this important purchase for your home, from capacity to energy efficiency
How to choose a washing machine—according to experts
How to Follow these seven easy steps on how to choose a washing machine so you can buy the correct washer for you.
Best carpet cleaners: for removing grime and stains at home
Buying Guide These are the best carpet cleaners in every category, from budget models to machines that will get rid of tougher, hard-to-reach pet stains.
13 game-changing uses for a cordless vacuum cleaner
Advice If you only use your cordless vacuum to clean carpets and hard floors, you're missing out on these clever cleaning tips and other life hacks.
How to choose a wet/dry vacuum
Advice Everything you need to know when deciding, from suction power to versatility.
How to clean a Dyson vacuum head: 7 steps to getting your Dyson floor attachment looking great again
How to Follow my steps on how to clean a Dyson roller head so you get the best suction power and performance, every time.
14 things you should never wet/dry vacuum
Advice Stop! Wet/dry vacuum cleaners can clear up many messes, but some spills and household jobs should never be attempted. Here are 14 items that you never use your wet/dry vacuum on.
How long can wet laundry stay in the washer? We ask an expert
Advice Find out how long have you got until odors, wrinkles, bacteria and mold set in on your wet washing.
Numatic International CVC370 Charles Wet/Dry Vacuum review: a sturdy vac that gives a professional finish
Review We've reviewed the Numatic International CVC370 Charles Wet Dry Vacuum. It gives a professional performance but could pass as a regular home vacuum too.
Best cordless vacuums: ditch the wires with our top picks
Buying Guide We've divided our top picks of the best cordless vacuums into easy-to-shop categories, such as best budget and best premium cordless vacuum.
Kärcher Multi-Purpose Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner WD 6 PS review: A buddy for inside and outside
Review We've reviewed the Kärcher Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner WD 6 PS. If you want a wet/dry vac that can cope with the great outdoors, this is your new go-to buddy.
Best wet and dry vacuum cleaners: top multi-purpose tools
Buying Guide Discover the best wet/dry vacuums for you and your home with our comprehensive guide, featuring Bissell, Dyson, Roborock and more
Bissell CrossWave HydroSteam Plus Multi-Surface Wet/Dry Vacuum review: cleans up sticky messes to leave floors hygienically clean
Review We've reviewed the Bissell CrossWave HydroSteam Plus Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuum. It can vacuum and mop your floors, refresh rugs and even steam clean.
Best air purifiers: top picks to breathe cleaner year-round
BUYING GUIDE The best air purifiers, often packing HEPA filters, will clean your air of allergens, dust and more.
Roborock Dyad Pro Combo review: a 5-in-1 vacuum cleaner that leaves floors sparkling
Review We've reviewed the Roborock Dyad Pro Combo; a 5-in-1 wet/dry vacuum that can tackle any household mess. See how we got on...
Dyson 360 Vis Nav review: A new generation of robot vacuum cleaner?
Review Can the Dyson 360 Vis Nav hold its own against other robot vacuums, and how does it compare to its own cordless models? We test it out.
Numatic International 370 George Wet/Dry extractor vacuum review: carpet and upholstery cleaning plus vacuuming
Review We've reviewed the Numatic International GVE 370 George Wet/Dry Vacuum. It can do everything a Henry can, plus clean carpets and upholstery, and wash hard floors.
Black+Decker Dustbuster QuickClean Cordless Wet/Dry Handheld Vacuum review: a handy tool to have around the house
Review We've reviewed the Black+Decker Dustbuster QuickClean Cordless Wet/Dry Handheld Vacuum. It's a cheap and cheerful powerhouse, making quick cleanups easy and fast — but is it for you? Let's find out..
Eufy X10 Pro Omni review: a robot vacuum and mop combo that delivers a thorough clean
Review The Eufy X10 Pro Omni is a self-emptying, self-cleaning robot vacuum cleaner which also mops, but how did we get on with it at home?
Should I buy a wet/dry vacuum? Experts explain
Advice For messy clean-up jobs inside and outside the home, a wet/dry vac could be the answer.
Dyson 360 Vis Nav vs Dyson 360 Heurist: which robot vacuum cleaner is best?
Versus If you’re wondering whether to upgrade your current Dyson robot vacuum or deciding between the Dyson 360 Heurist and the brand new Dyson 360 Vis Nav, we’ve got you covered.
6 reasons to switch to an energy-saving washing machine
Advice From saving money in the long term to increasing your home's value - here are six reasons to make the switch to an energy-efficient washer.
