Latest articles by Alex David
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Don't fall into the trap of 'rot, rust, regret' – 6 common tool storage mistakes that could be ruining your yard tools and how to avoid them
These tool storage mistakes can destroy your yard equipment – but there are easy fixes
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Best pizza ovens: expert tests to help you find the perfect pizza oven
Looking for the best pizza oven for your backyard pizza parties? Our experts have put the market to the test and found the very best
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Best gas grills – the best propane and natural gas grills, tested by experts
Appliance experts reveal the best gas grill, with impartial tests of the best gas grills from Weber, Napoleon and more
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How to clean a bird feeder – an ornithologist shares 5 key steps for clean feeding during avian flu
Expert cleaning advice to help keep native bird populations healthy and thriving
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Pergola mistakes – an outdoor structure specialist reveals 9 pergola errors that can cause big problems, and how to avoid them
Pergolas can be a stunning addition to a yard, but these 9 common mistakes could ruin your design
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Garden hose mistakes – yard experts reveal 6 'severe' errors that can ruin your hose, fry your lawn, and even change the color of your plants
Hoses seem simple to use, but these common errors could break your hose – and damage your plants
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Best grills: the top gas, smoker and charcoal grills, tested by grilling experts
After trialing dozens of burgers, grilled chickens, briskets, steaks, and ribs on gas, charcoal, and smoker grills from brands such as Weber and Ninja, these are the very best grills.
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Experts reveal the 8 'nightmare' mistakes that can ruin a hot tub – and how to avoid making them
These errors will be detrimental to your hot tub before you even use it
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Window bird feeders vs standard bird feeders – an expert reveals which is best for your yard
Getting up close and personal with birds seems fascinating – but is it really the best way to help local wildlife?
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Gozney deals – how to get big savings on exceptional pizza ovens
Gozney makes some of the best pizza ovens around, but they're also some of the most expensive. The best Gozney deals will get you a big discount on the best ovens
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Ninja just dropped the brand new Artisan – the brand says it's 'game-changing', but can an electric pizza oven really rival the competition?
Ninja's latest pizza oven has just hit the market – here's our expert take
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The Ninja FlexFlame grill just dropped – here's all we know about this 'revolutionizing' outdoor cooking system
Ninja is best known for blenders and ice cream makers. Can it really make a grill, too?
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How to make a DIY bottle bird feeder – an expert ornithologist reveals how to reuse old bottles to help local wildlife
Birds need more help than ever, and you can do your part with leftover trash. Learning how to make a DIY bottle bird feeder can help feed native birds for free
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Ooni deals – how to get big savings on the world's best pizza ovens
Ooni deals are the only way to save money on some of the most expensive pizza ovens on the market
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Wood vs PVC decks – construction experts reveal which is best for your yard
Wood and PVC are the two most popular options for decking, but which is the smartest choice?
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Best hot tubs – the only tubs worth buying for a relaxing outdoor spa
A hot tub might be the missing piece from your yard. Here's our selection of the very best you can buy, with choices to reflect a range of needs and budgets
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Pizza oven mistakes – world champion pizza chefs reveal 7 basic errors that make them shudder, and how to avoid them
It takes a little practice to make a perfect pizza. Avoiding these 7 common pizza oven mistakes makes for better pies
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Lawn mower mistakes – professional landscapers cringe when they see these 5 easily avoidable mower errors
These lawn mower mistakes can ruin your lawn, but they're easy to fix
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Which Ooni pizza oven should I buy? The best Ooni pizza ovens, tested by experts
Justifiably popular, these are the best Ooni ovens you can buy, compared head-to-head.
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Pruning saw mistakes – experts reveal 6 missteps the pruning pros never make, and how to avoid them
These common pruning saw mistakes can kill your plants
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How to make a compost bin out of pallets – gardening pros reveal how to repurpose old wood for vital compost
Pallets might seem like bulky waste, but with a little DIY they can make perfect compost bins
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Best wood for a deck – experts reveal the 7 best tree species that combine longevity with style, to elevate your outdoor living space
There a lots of different wood species for decking, but which is best? I spoke to decking experts to find out the best wood for a deck
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How to reuse cardboard in the garden – 6 clever ways repurposing delivery boxes can benefit your yard
Reusing cardboard in the garden can turn waste into an invaluable material
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How to add drainage to a deck that is already built – decking experts reveal how to do it without ripping up all the boards
Adding drainage to a deck that already exists is much simpler than it sounds. I spoke to construction experts about how to make sure your deck drains properly
