CLEANING, HOMES & EVERYDAY LIFE
The Thomsons Journal
Practical reading on cleaning, home care and everyday household topics. Explore the journal by topic, or browse the latest articles below.
Tips To Reduce Household Waste
Practical ways to reduce household rubbish, reuse everyday items and make less waste when shopping, cooking and running your home.
What is Chemical Cleaning of Boilers? What to Know?
What chemical boiler cleaning involves, why deposits build up and the maintenance questions covered in this household heating guide.
How to Post Clean a House After Construction or Renovation? Checklist & Tips
A post-renovation cleaning checklist covering building dust, rooms, surfaces and the order of cleaning once construction work is finished.
How to Clear up an Overgrown Garden Fast
How to approach an overgrown garden, organise the clearance and work through neglected outdoor areas in manageable stages.
How Much does a House Extension Cost You?
The practical considerations behind a house extension, including planning the project and the demands it can place on a household.
Ways To Spend Less Time Doing Housework
Ways to spend less time on housework through regular routines, clear priorities and a practical plan for everyday cleaning tasks.
ASHRAE Guidelines to Prevent Coronavirus Transmission Through HVAC
An archived article on ASHRAE guidance, ventilation and HVAC during the coronavirus pandemic, shown with its original publication date.
How to Keep Your Backyard Organised and Clean
Ideas for keeping a garden or backyard organised, managing outdoor clutter and making routine maintenance easier to keep up with.
What are the Benefits of Eco-friendly Green Cleaning?
A discussion of green cleaning, household products and the environmental considerations behind everyday cleaning choices.
What Method of Carpet Cleaning Is Best?
A comparison of carpet cleaning methods and the factors that matter when choosing a treatment for different carpets and stains.
Make Your Cleaning Routine Eco-Friendly & Zero-Waste
Ideas for reducing waste in your cleaning routine, including reusable supplies and changes to everyday household habits.
The Need-To-Know Winter Maintenance Tips for London Landlords
Winter maintenance considerations for London landlords, with practical checks to help prepare a rental property for colder weather.