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Clear filtersAbout two thirds of household dust comes from outside your house, which means most dusting advice is aimed at the wrong third. Here's what dust actually is, the order that stops you spreading it, and the handful of changes that keep surfaces clear for longer.
Read the guideThe right method depends entirely on what your blinds are made of. Water fixes aluminium venetians and ruins timber ones, and it will permanently collapse a honeycomb blind. Here's the safe method for each type.
Read the guideLearn how to clean and polish polyurethane-coated timber (hardwood) floors the right way — the finish test, what never to use, the Bunnings products that work, and how to buff back the shine yourself.
Read the guideMost of us vacuum too fast, in one direction, with the wrong head. Here is a room-by-room method that works, the right setting for every floor, and the upkeep that keeps suction strong.
Read the guideThinking about hardwood floors but not sure if they're worth it? This honest Australian guide breaks down the real pros and cons — from termite-resistant native species to long-term costs and expert care tips.
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A LITTLE KNOW-HOW, ON FILM
1:10One small surface: set a boundary, use the containers you already have, sort one item at a time and finish the outgoing items. A hallway-table example that complements the guide below.
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1:09Choose a suitable wash temperature using the care directions for a white Levi’s Original Housemark tee, style 566050000. This laundry example complements the article’s broader guidance for dishes, floors and disinfectants; other items need their own instructions.
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1:24Gently clean flexible nozzles without pins or toothpicks, then wipe, rinse and dry. Use vinegar or descaler only as your exact model’s manufacturer allows.
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