About

Hi, I’m Gemma.

I started The 5-Minute Home because I’m a mum who hates cleaning but loves a clean house.

If a chore takes longer than 5 minutes, I don’t do it. So I find the shortcuts, hacks, and products that actually work — then share them here.

You’ll find:

  • 5-minute cleaning routines that fit around real life
  • Cheap product swaps that clean better than the expensive stuff
  • No-judgment tips for washing machines that smell, floors that won’t stay clean, and bathrooms that feel like a full-time job

I’m based in Hyde, UK. I test everything I recommend. If it’s rubbish, it’s not on this site.

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Got a 5-minute hack I need to try? Email me: gemma@the5minutehome.co.uk