The No-Work Guide To Housework

Juggling work, kids and trying to keep some semblance of a social life can be tough. Throw in maintaining a clean and tidy home and you’re bound to drop a ball somewhere. Thank goodness there’s a simple solution: leave the cleaning to your appliances! Smart home appliances like the robot vacuum, pyrolytic oven and self-cleaning dishwasher are the real housework heroes, trimming your chore list and adding precious time back into your busy schedule.

Looking for a helping hand at your place? Read on for all the latest must-have smart appliances and the housework hacks to make the most of them.

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Floor Cleaners that go the extra mile

It’s one of the largest surfaces in your house, so delegate cleaning the floors to a robot vacuum cleaner! The best robot vacuum is one packed with innovative tech so you won’t need to lift a finger. “The popular robot vac features that people are looking for are room-mapping sensors for a hands-off, whole-house clean, Wifi connectivity so you can set it cleaning from work, and a bonus mopping function,” says Nick Trajkovski, The Good Guys Buyer – Floorcare. Keen to cross another job off your to-do list? Some robot vacuums even head back to their charging station when they’re finished and empty dust and debris into a waste bin.  

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No-Scrub Ovens in the kitchen

Looking for some time-saving oven cleaning hacks? We’ve got the best one: upgrade to a pyrolytic oven that will do the job itself. “As far as self-cleaning appliances go, these are hard to beat for time-saving efficiency. Pyrolytic cleaning heats the oven to extremely high temperatures, upwards of 400 degrees celsius, reducing grease and food residue to ash. Once everything has cooled down, a simple wipe over is all it needs to look as good as new,” says Tania Grillinzoni, The Good Guys Buyer – Cooking. A smart home appliance that cooks and cleans? Yes please!

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“As far as self-cleaning appliances go, these are hard to beat for time-saving efficiency. Pyrolytic cleaning heats the oven to extremely high temperatures, upwards of 400 degrees celsius, reducing grease and food residue to ash. Once everything has cooled down, a simple wipe over is all it needs to look as good as new."

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Dishwashers with bonus cleaning powers

We all know dishwashers are a friend to dish-duty dodgers (that’s all of us, right?), but is yours going above and beyond to help out at home? If fishing chunks of food out of your dishwasher filter is another job you’d like to avoid, then a dishwasher with a self-cleaning filter is one of the smart kitchen appliances made for you. This will grind away food particles so they don’t end up on your clean plates or clog up your machine. There are even dishwashers that run a full self-clean cycle, and remind you when it’s needed. Remember, a well-maintained dishwasher lasts longer and cleans better, so a self-cleaning model is a worthy investment.

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Hidden nasties, be gone!

Sad fact: Even if your home looks shinier than a showroom, the air inside could be thick with nasties. Dust, pet dander, bacteria, chemicals from cleaning products and even cooking odours can be hanging around making life uncomfortable for allergy sufferers and asthmatics. Vacuums with HEPA filters are great for cleaning allergens from your surfaces, but the best way to make sure your air is clear is with an air purifier. And all you need to do is switch it on! An in-built fan draws air in and runs it through a filter that traps nasties and then the clean air is released back into your home. Simple. For a clean and comfortable home, look for a feature packed model like a Dyson air purifier, which also heats and cools.

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Keen to leave the housework to the smart appliances? Visit us in-store or online for the best advice and a huge range of the latest time and effort-saving home helpers.

FAQs

How long does a pyrolytic oven cleaning cycle take?

A standard pyrolytic cycle runs for two to three hours, plus cooling time before the door unlocks. Some models offer a shorter express cycle of around 90 minutes for lighter soiling. It's best to run the cycle when you have windows open or good ventilation, as the process can produce a small amount of smoke and odour, especially the first few uses. Plan it for after dinner or on a day when you won't need the oven for a few hours.

How often should I replace the filters in my air purifier?

Most HEPA filters need replacing every six to twelve months, while activated carbon filters typically last three to six months. Pre-filters, which catch larger dust and hair particles, can often be vacuumed clean and last longer. Running your purifier in a dusty home or one with pets will shorten filter life. Many modern air purifiers include a filter replacement indicator, which takes the guesswork out of maintenance.

Can robot vacuums handle pet hair?

Yes, most mid-range and premium robot vacuums handle pet hair well. Look for a model with tangle-free brush rolls, as traditional bristle brushes wrap hair quickly and need frequent clearing. Strong suction of 2,500Pa or more makes a noticeable difference on carpet. A self-emptying dock is a particularly good investment for pet owners, automatically transferring collected hair into a larger bin so the vacuum stays effective between manual empties.