Clear the decks

EMPLOY THESE EXPERT-APPROVED TIPS TO GET YOU AND YOUR HOME RUNNING SMOOTHLY

Lynsey Crombie, Queen of Clean, explains how to keep appliances sparkling and in tip-top condition

The Good Housekeeping Institute , or GHI, is the beating heart of our brand , where everything from slow cookers to sports bras is poked, prodded and put through its paces by our experts. On any given day in our west London lab , we could be testing the water-resistance claims of walking jackets by soaking them in the shower, or analysing hair swatches to see if a conditioner truly shines. We go to extreme lengths to ensure you can trust our product recommendations. We know the details matter. They’re what keeps your life running smoothly. Getting it right is simply good housekeeping.

GH household advice editor Katie helps style director Melanie tackle her overflowing wardrobe and shares her top decluttering tips

NO-NONSENSE SOLUTIONS TO EVERYDAY HASSLES

With so many decluttering trends around, there is undoubtably going to be one or two that perfectly suit your tidying needs. If you’ve seen the latest declutter buzzwords and haven’t a clue what any m