Latest articles by Chiana Dickson
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9 heating types – and how to pick the best one for your home, according to HVAC experts
Climate, cost and performance are all important considerations when selecting the best heating for your home – here’s all you need to know about the 7 most popular types
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How to clean a washing machine with soda crystals – experts say it beats 'inefficient' baking soda
Soda crystals provide a far superior clean
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The 7 bed sheet mistakes ruining your sleep – bedding experts reveal what you should do instead for restorative slumber
Including thread count, material, price and size, these are the five things to consider when buying bed sheets, according to H&G's sleep expert and others
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Why aren't my sheets staying on the bed? From size to technique, 5 common causes and how to easily fix each one
Sleep experts and bedding designers explain why your sheets keep slipping off your bed − and how to tie them down
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Are you flushing your water heater? Failure to do so leaves your home at risk of contamination, poor flow and even damage, experts warn
It could save you money in the long run
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Decluttering checklist – 34 things you can clear out right now
Tackle these clutter hotspots and you’ll notice the difference straightaway
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Did you know snow is 'the single best diagnostic tool' for checking the performance of your attic insulation? Contractors reveal how to do it in less than 30 seconds
Their simple trick will help save you hundreds of dollars on heating
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The secretly toxic bathroom storage items toxicologists urge you to replace now
Protect your health and your home with easy swaps
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Using this button on your washing machine will cut your bills and help the planet
A single switch can make a load of difference
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This German technique will help stave off winter mold in just 5 minutes
'Shock ventilation’ blows dampness away – quite literally
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Experts reveal the 5 toxic items lurking in your laundry room – and what to swap them with for a healthier routine
For a room focused on cleaning, some of its items can be surprisingly toxic
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How to heat your home when the power is out – 6 life-saving ways to stave off cold if disaster strikes
Planning ahead is essential
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What your home fragrance says about you – plus, master perfumers reveal how to pick the perfect signature scent for your space
Scent speaks volumes and set the tone for your home
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Chefs and professional organizers reveal 8 easy-access blender storage ideas to help conceal your appliance
Avoid countertop hogging with these storage ideas
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7 weird-but-wonderful carpet cleaning tips experts reveal will keep your flooring in fabulous condition – try tricks with shaving foam, ice and rakes
Increase the lifespan of your flooring by spot treating stains
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Cleaning experts reveal 6 reasons your home gets dusty so quickly – and the simplest ways to reduce the build-up
From HVAC filters to dusting techniques, these tips will ease the build up
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The 4 most cluttered areas of every home hiding in plain sight – and how to tackle these mess hot spots once and for all
Conquer chaotic corners for good with these expert tips
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I’ve spent 5,000 hours writing about cleaning, and friends text me instead of searching on Google – these are the 5 cleaning tricks I cannot live without
After testing hundreds of methods, these have stuck with me
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The 3 best DIY window cleaning solutions to use with a window vacuum, tested and approved by H&G's home editors
Quick, easy and cheap to make, these homemade solutions will leave your glass spotless
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The beauty of a tidy home and the 5 brilliant benefits professional organizers promise it will bring
Better for you, the planet and your pocket
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How to clean a dishwasher – 6 steps to ensure a thorough clean and efficient results
Maintenance is essential so it keeps doing its job, so find out how to clean a dishwasher
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'It's just overkill' – no, you don’t have to clean your floors every day, pros say
Unless you have a house full of pets, here's how often to do it instead
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Do you know why cleaning cloths come in different colors? This industry trick is the secret to a truly hygienic home
Cleaning experts explain why color-coded cleaning is a great choice for your home both to keep it cleaner and to avoid mixing chemicals
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The 5 storage mistakes including 'vertical vacancy' that are making your organizing products less functional – and what the pros always do instead
Make storage work hard, not hard work, with these quick fixes
