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7 surprisingly overlooked dirty areas to clean before hosting to 'elevate the overall appearance of your home', including chandeliers and picture frames
I asked a professional cleaner about the oft-overlooked areas she always remembers to tackle ahead of hosting
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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How to overwinter dahlias – a step-by-step guide to properly protecting these tender tubers
Bulb experts advise the best ways to overwinter dahlias to protect your precious tubers for next year
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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Unusual uses for a hedge trimmer – 4 ways to get more value out of this essential power tool
Hedge trimmers seem like they're only good for one job. I spoke to landscaping experts about unusual uses for hedge trimmers to get you more value for money
By Alex David Published
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How to clean suede shoes and restore them to near spotless with these experts tips
Suede can be tricky to clean but these four steps will help you nail the job
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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How to descale a Keurig with vinegar – and why this 40-cent trick works
This hack is 98% cheaper than a commercial descaler
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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How to get rid of vine weevil grubs – pest control experts share how to save your plant roots from detrimental damage
The larvae of vine weevils harm plants just as much as the adult insects
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Best snake-repellent plants – 15 plants to stop these unwanted visitors coming to your yard
Grow repellent plants to keep these reptiles at bay and create an anti-snake zone in your outside space
By Jill Morgan Last updated
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7 clever ways you can use spice racks for organization around the home
These genius suggestions from professional organizers turn spice racks into space-saving storage solutions
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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How to care for hummingbirds in winter – and support migrating or resident birds during the cold months ahead
By following three simple steps, you can help these winged wonders during the winter months
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Holiday hosting tips – 10 tips from interior designers for a welcoming home this festive season
Elevate your home and impress your guests with designers' holiday hosting tips
By Emily Moorman Published
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Don't wait for New Year! Professional organizers agree toys are the one item you must always declutter before Christmas – and how to get your kids onboard
Prepare for a more altruistic festive season with this heartfelt tip
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to grow an apple tree – enjoy rich harvests of delicious fruit for eating, cooking, and juicing
We share tips from experienced fruit tree growers in our expert guide to growing an apple tree
By Drew Swainston Published
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This nifty ID protection stamp revolutionized how easily, quickly and safely I can recycle my sensitive paperwork – and doesn’t make my hands ache
It was such a long and tedious task before I found this stamp roller
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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Nutribullet vs Ninja: which blender should you buy in the Black Friday sales?
I'm shopping the sales ahead of my January health kick, so I put the best Ninja and Nutribullet blenders head-to-head to help me choose
By Lydia Hayman Last updated
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Have you heard of the '2 minute' decluttering rule? Experts explain this 'quick and practical' approach is brilliant for sorting in a rush
This method will help you declutter your home in a hurry
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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How to overwinter delphiniums – act now to protect your plants from excess rainfall, strong winds and cold snaps
A little preparation now will pay off in spring and summer for these statuesque blooms
By Jacky Parker Published
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7 curtain hacks for a warmer home this winter – these low-cost insulation tips will help your window treatments keep heat in, and cold out
Explore expert-approved ways to increase the insulating properties of your curtains
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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How to embrace the trend for yellow interiors without it overwhelming your home – designer tips for an uplifting yet liveable space
The most uplifting of colors, there's much to love about yellow, but ensuring a liveable scheme is key
By Emily Moorman Published
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The best ways to securely hang Christmas lights – both inside your home and out
Discover how to hang Christmas lights wherever you want to use them, plus take inspiration from designer Kelly Wearstler
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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I started 'body doubling' when cleaning at home and tedious chores have never felt so easy – plus, it's makes mundane tasks feel like self-care
It's 10 times easier to conquer household job with this simple method
By Chiana Dickson Published
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15 beautiful gifts for gardeners – we promise you won't find anything more stylish to give this Christmas
From statement vases to carefully crafted tools, these products are sure to bring joy to the garden-lover in your life
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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4 ways to insulate above a garage – and the times pros warn you should never do it
Experts reveal if you need it, what to use, and when to steer clear of insulation above your garage
By Steve Jenkins Published
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How to grow bearberry shrubs – for a North American evergreen ground cover
This low-growing native plant can survive cold, frosty weather in northerly regions
By Thomas Rutter Published
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We've just found the best natural pest control for your yard – meet the Coleus canina plant
Also known as the 'scaredy cat plant', this strong-smelling perennial is known to repel cats, rabbits, and other animals
By Drew Swainston Published
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Forget chemicals – use 9 of nature's best deodorizers around your home instead
Cut chemicals and go green with these natural odor-busters
By Ciéra Cree Published
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The 5 signs it's time to replace your insulation – it'll boost your home's energy efficiency and regulate the temperature better
Insulation can need replacing if it wasn't installed properly
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Wondering how to set a Christmas table? This interior designer's step-by-step guide is the easiest method to try this year
Five easy steps to set a designer-approved Christmas table
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Ditch your fabric softener and learn how to wash towels with vinegar instead for a fresh and fluffy feel, laundry pros say
Use this affordable pantry staple for towels that feel as soft as the day you bought them
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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Bird bath winter care – 7 ways to continue providing birds with water during colder months
Encourage birds to keep visiting your yard in winter by keeping your bird bath accessible
By Flora Baker Last updated