Are you storing your vacuum cleaner in the right place? trends now

If you keep your vacuum cleaner in the cupboard under the stairs, you might want to find a new home for it. 

New research suggests your hoover should be stored in a well-ventilated part of the home, such as in the garage, next to the patio doors or even in the living room. 

According to electrical appliance maker Currys, Brits have a habit of hoovering up bits of food from the floor, but this makes the device smelly and reduces its lifespan.

It can also cause bacterial and mould build-ups that can contaminate the surrounding air and enter your lungs, prior research has shown. 

It follows advice from a professional cleaner on the best way to vacuum your carpet that left housekeepers shocked. 

A Currys spokesperson told MailOnline that vacuums can be stored under the stairs if there is an air purifier or ventilator there too, but if not, other parts of the house may be more suitable. 

'It can be stored in the corner of a room (utility room or living room) which will also allow for easy access as well as the vacuum being kept in a well ventilated space,' the spokesperson said. 

For the new research, Currys conducted a poll of 2,050 national respondents about their home appliance habits relating to hoovers and more. 

According to the results, 48 per cent said they'd be less likely to use their vacuum if it wasn't working correctly.

Meanwhile, only 17 per cent – less than one in five – said they would upgrade to a new model if it gave off a funny smell when in use. 

The appliance maker also found the cost-of-living crisis is making people less inclined to buy a new vacuum, even if the appliance is on its last legs. 

Overall the poll found Brits aren't short of unused tech lying around, with 68 per cent of respondents saying they have an old, unused coffee machine, iron or vacuum stashed away.