Latest articles by Anna K. Cottrell
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Experts warn these 7 DIY home improvements will devalue it – plus what to do instead
Badly executed cabinet painting and re-purposing bedrooms are among them
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Should you get a lead paint test for your home?
Experts reveal the dangers of inhaling any dust from lead paint and the safest methods for testing
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5 ways bookworms can organize their bookshelves without throwing away a single one
Love your books and don't want to declutter? Here's what to do instead to keep your bookshelves tidy
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Experts explain what to do if your house is cooling unevenly – and why it happens in the first place
HVAC pros delve into why your house is hot in one room and cold in another, and what you can do about it
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How to clean siding on a house without damaging it – experts share tips on identifying yours before you set to work
Does the siding on your home look grimy? It can be refreshed but you need to first know the type you have on your home
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5 things attracting roaches to your clean house and what you can change to stop it happening
Wondering why your clean house is still getting cockroaches? Pest controllers reveal what to do
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Fact or fiction? Our sleep pros delve into whether cooling bed sheets are a gimmick and the golden formula for picking great products
Run hot at night? Here's everything you need to know about cooling bed sheets and how to pick them.
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These are the most common plumbing mistakes and issues when renovating a house – and how to avoid them
Renovating a house? Avoid these costly plumbing mistakes
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7 practical ways to upgrade your curb appeal in a weekend
Real estate professionals advise on the best ways to upgrade your curb appeal in a weekend.
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Is waxing floors a good idea? Experts explain the pros and cons
Wondering if waxing your floors is a good idea? Here's what you need to know about the art of floor waxing.
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How to design a home that stays cool – 5 essential tips that will save you money long-term
Here's how to build a home that stays cool, even without air conditioning.
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How to dust and clean a chandelier without breaking it – 3 tips from professionals
Dusty chandelier? Here's what you need to do to get it sparkling again.
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These 8 genius laundry hacks will help you conquer mounting piles of laundry
Professional home organizers swear by these laundry organization hacks to stay on top of their laundry
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Conquer your laundry with our straightforward guide to washing machine settings
Our essential guide to washing machine settings will help you get the most out of your washer, whatever brand or model you have.
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5 common rhubarb mistakes – and how to avoid them
Avoid these rhubarb growing pitfalls to ensure healthy plants and strong yields
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How to fix chipped paint on interior walls – advice from expert painters
We've asked professional painters how to fix chipped paint on walls. Here's the expert advice for DIY-solving the problem.
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7 raised bed gardening mistakes – for a bumper flower, fruit and vegetable harvest
Here’s what the experts avoid in their raised beds – to promote strong plants and an abundant vegetable crop
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Cleaners reveal how to dust open shelves without damaging your belongings
Here's how to dust open shelves without damaging your belongings, according to professional cleaners.
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This is how to cool down a bedroom fast, even if you don't have an air conditioner
Struggling to sleep in a hot bedroom with no AC Unit? Here's how to cool down a bedroom fast, according to experts
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Experts reveal 10 things you should never buy at an estate sale
Spend wisely: these are the things you should never buy at an estate sale, according to experts
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Experts share their secrets for separating trash from treasure at an estate sale
From timing your visit to picking through the items, these are expert estate sale tips for separating trash from treasure
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Experts share the best ways to organize deep drawers to maximize space
Here are the best ways to organize deep drawers in different rooms in your home
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Is hard water ruining your plumbing? Here's how to fix it once and for all
Professional plumbers give their advice on how to fix hard water in your home
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6 ways to future-proof your home against extreme weather – your home (and wallet) will thank you
Here's how to future-proof your home against extreme weather, according to experts.
