Latest articles by Ottilie Blackhall
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6 couch cleaning mistakes that pros say could lead you to 'serious upholstery heartbreak'
Steer clear of these errors when cleaning your couch to avoid calamities
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Should you wash denim inside out? Experts confirm why it will protect your garments
Dirty denim? Experts advise washing inside out, and reveal why
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6 best ways to shift stubborn grime on oven racks, according to cleaning pros
Make your oven racks sparkle and shine with these expert-approved methods
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The 5 signs you need a new couch
Sad looking seating? Experts say these are the things that signal it's time to upgrade
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How to winterize home plumbing indoors – never ignore these areas, experts warn
Prepare your home for winter to avoid leaks, frost and soaring energy bills
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12 exterior areas of your home that are prone to leaks in rainy season – and how to prevent moisture getting inside
Prepare for fall by rain-proofing these areas of your home, experts urge
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How to clean a dirty stroller in 8 simple steps
Make your little one's stroller sparkle again with our expert-approved guide
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How to remove cloudiness from drinking glasses – and 4 surprising household items cleaning pros use for extra sparkle
Our expert-approved 4-step process to sparkling glassware
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Fragrance pros share the 6 best scents for fall to make your entryway cozy and inviting – and the last one caught us seriously off guard
Our experts share their favorite scents for a cozy first impression
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This packing hack is the perfect way to organize your suitcase for the Labor Day Weekend – and it costs less than $10
Pack like a pro with this ingenious, affordable hack
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7 items you should never wash in hot water – laundry experts reveal how to protect your belongings from damage
Washing these items hot could cause shrinking and fading, pros warn
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These are the 6 dirty items you should always wash in hot water for a thorough clean, say experts
Cleaning pros reveal which household items to use a hot water wash on the products they love
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How to clean Birkenstocks in 7 simple steps, according to the pros
They're a summer staple, so clean your well loved- shoes properly with this expert-approved method
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5 ways to unclog a bathtub drain, loved by professional plumbers for the rapid results
Our experts share their top tips for banishing blockages
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What kills maggots? 8 simple solutions to wipeout maggots from pest control pros
Expert-approved tips for dealing with maggots, with powerful, permanent results
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The ultimate home decluttering guide – pros reveal how to prep, their favorite methods, room-by-room advice and what to do next
Not sure where to start with decluttering? Our expert guide tackles everything decluttering-based and reveals how to whip your home into shape
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How to get rid of carpenter ants – expert-approved tips to eliminate them from your home for good
These tiny, wood-tunneling pesky pests can cause serious structural issues if they invade your home – here's how to get rid of them successfully
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Does vinegar kill mold? 5 ways experts put this affordable pantry staple to great use at home
In a mess with mold? Vinegar could be the answer
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What is the '1 in 10 Out' decluttering rule? Experts explain why 'nothing works better than this method' to transform a messy home
Get ahead of clutter with this brilliant trick from professional organizers
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Indoor pests 101: How to identify and deal with the 10 most common indoor pests
Our expert guide to identifying and successfully banishing pesky indoor pests
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How to get rid of ants in your kitchen – and stop them returning for good
Pest control experts share their simple, step-by-step solution to eliminate pesky ants in this vital space
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How to get acrylic paint out of clothes in 6 simple steps – including a clever trick dubbed 'the artist's secret'
This expert-approved method will deal with acrylic accidents and have your clothes looking good as new
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Is this the simplest way to declutter your home? The ‘Didn’t Know’ decluttering trend can streamline your home and ‘reduce the overwhelm’
It's easy and effective to ditch belongings you didn’t know you had
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4 things you should never clean with citric acid in your home – experts share the irreparable damage it will cause and what to do instead
Avoid cleaning disasters on home's surfaces and fixtures with top tips from the pros
