Whether it is grubby kids, muddy dogs or dirty husbands coming in after football, these areas take a lot of wear and tear, so might need more frequent - but less lengthy - attention.
We have some top tips to make cleaning these tricky areas easier:
Keep shoes and coats neatly on a rack and ensure the landing is free from obstacles. Persuade family members to take off shoes before entering the rest of the house, to save cleaning time elsewhere.
The stairs can be tricky to clean but the rechargeable battery operated Vileda E-Sweeper has side sweepers that clean corners and edges. it is lightweight and suitable for any floor type.
Keep an old towel at the front door to wipe down the dog and prevent dripping rain or mud from coming into the house.
Emmah Littlewood - Clever Cleaning Team