
Andy van Terheyden
With more than a decade of experience writing news, lifestyle, consumer, and human interest articles for a wide range of national and international publications, Andy is a highly-qualified journalist writing features for the national press. From front porch to backyard, attic to basement, Andy has written about every area of the home. He specialises in bringing together the best industry expertise to answer all of your most pressing home and garden questions about seasonal and everyday cleaning, decluttering, organizing and DIY.
Latest articles by Andy van Terheyden
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6 things you should never throw in the trash – and what to do for safe disposal instead
From batteries to space heaters, experts reveal what not to throw
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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6 essential money-saving spring cleaning hacks – save as you spruce
Spring cleaning doesn’t need to come with a hefty price tag
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to clean a balcony in 5 simple steps – refresh yours and enjoy the spring sunshine with our expert guide
From railings to furniture, experts reveal how to bring your balcony back to life
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7 kitchen cleaning mistakes you're making – and what professional cleaners urge you to do instead
Want to know how to deep clean a kitchen with ease? These tips are all you need
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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6 things people with clean sunrooms always do – expert tips to make the most of your sunroom this spring
From dusting the tracks to rotating fabrics, these are the simple steps to a sparkling sunroom
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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Spring is the perfect time to do an 'expiration sweep' decluttering session across your home, professional organizers say
From pantries, to medicine cabinets and beauty products, the time is nigh to get rid of expired items in your home
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to safely and responsibly dispose of your old home appliances – and the one thing experts warn you should never do
Avoid fines, damage to the environment, and lethal electrical charges
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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The landlord's ultimate cleaning checklist – tackle these 12 crucial grime hotspots before handing over keys
Making sure these areas are properly cleaned will help set the tone for the tenancy
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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7 things people with clean windows always do – and why sunshine is the enemy
From dusting first to cleaning when it's cloudy – expert tips for sparkling glass year-round
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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People with clean patios always do these 5 things – start enjoying your refreshed patio this spring with our expert tips
From pressure washing to protecting furniture, make your patio shine this spring with our expert tips
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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These are the 6 easy and effective things people with clean driveways always do in spring – expert home maintenance tips to spruce up your driveway
From tackling spills to sealing surfaces, these are the simple steps to a dazzling driveway
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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'A hotspot for germs' – 6 effective ways to keep your kitchen sponge sanitized to prevent bacterial buildup that could otherwise make you sick
Keeping cleaning tools clean is a must to avoid illness, experts warn
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to banish bathroom smells for good – cleaning pros reveal 8 simple tasks they swear by for a 'heavenly' bathroom
From declogging the drains to using odor-eaters and more
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to declutter a kitchen like a pro – 5 simple steps from home organizing experts that will seriously streamline your kitchen
Cooking will be easier and more enjoyable in a highly functional space
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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The 5 best germ-fighting essential oils for tackling household cleaning naturally – these are the sanitizing superheroes industry pros swear by
Banish bacteria and refresh your home
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to remove stubborn mold stains for good – top stain-stripping tips for fabrics, walls, and grout from cleaning pros
Remove all traces of spores in no time at all
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6 hidden places pests love to harbor their young – pest control experts reveal how to stop colony growth in your home
You can stop pests breeding in your home
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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8 everyday items you can clean with olive oil at home – cleaning experts say it's 'nature's WD-40'
From scissors to squeaky hinges, cleaning pros reveal the wonders olive oil can work around your home
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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7 'bad energy culprits' Feng Shui experts warn never to store in your home – and what to do instead
From sharp knives on kitchen counters to framed pictures above your headboard, banish bad energy with these pro tips
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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7 things professional organizers never do when decluttering their own homes – and what you should do instead
Tidy the right way by swerving these common mistakes
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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7 quick things people with clean bedrooms always do to bolster sleep and reduce stress
From making the bed to clearing the air, there are simple steps you can take daily for stress-free slumber
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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6 golden rules for a clutter-free entryway and how a 'landing pad' is crucial, say experts
Professional organizers reveal their top tips for an organized entryway
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to clear visual clutter in the bedroom in 5 simple steps – experts say decluttering will enhance your sleep
Transform bedroom chaos to calm with these decluttering tips
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to get rid of mice in the attic – banish these pesky invaders for good with these top tips from pest control pros
From what draws them in to how to get them out – experts reveal everything you need to know about dealing with mice in the attic
By Andy van Terheyden Published