Latest articles by Rebecca Shepherd
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I tried using the Japanese concept of Ma to tackle my small cluttered kitchen and living space – it made me realize less really is more
Small changes can make a big difference to the look and feel of a space
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How to tidy up the whole house in 4 hours or less, according to professional cleaners
Restore order to every room with these expert tips
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I struggled to clean my tile grout for years until I used this discounted $26 electric cleaning hero – now I'll never use a sponge to clean tiles again
It does all the hard work for you and makes cleaning soap scum, grime and mold effortless
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I tried decluttering my closet by asking myself, ‘Does this spark joy?’ Here’s how the KonMari method went, and why it works
I now have a pile of clothing to sell, donate and recycle which no longer speaks to my heart
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Creating ‘moisture channels’ is an expert remediator's secret weapon against mold – and you can easily harness the same power in your home
Creating these in your home can help banish pesky mold
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HVAC experts reveal the 7 things forcing your heating system to work harder – and how to fix them now
Tackling these will lower your utility bills and make your home's temperature more comfortable
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5 warning signs of high humidity in your home – and what to do about it
It can cause nuisance problems and longer-term damage if left untreated
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I tried the versatile 'Today's Top Three' chore challenge and loved its adaptability
You can make it as quick or easy as you like
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7 easy and effective ways to clean your home with all-natural, non-toxic Castile soap
From tackling dirty pet bowls to streaky windows, you can use this simple cleaning agent all over your home
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How to balance airflow in your home to maximize your heating this winter
It'll help lower your energy bills
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I used the Japanese low-waste concept of 'Mottainai' to organize my busiest kitchen cabinets and decluttered with ease
It's taught me everything can serve a purpose
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I was tired of my trash can smelling – but this expert-approved paper towel and essential oil hack really works
Quick and effortless, I now use this cleaning hack in every trash can
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The brutal 5-second decluttering rule is brilliant – my minimalist self approves
This quick and fast rule is harsh, but it works
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My 'Friday 30' speed clean is the key to starting off the weekend right – I've easily stuck to it for 2 years
This 30-minute ritual signals the end of the working week and the start of a clean and calm weekend
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I wanted a wooden floor cleaner that smelled luxurious and worked wonders – this currently discounted $5 Method floor cleaner is a triple threat
It's inexpensive, made with eco-friendly ingredients and has a divine aroma
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I solved my aversion to tidying by using Post-it notes in the 'Visual Clues Trick' around my home – here's how you can do it too
My ‘doom pile' has gone, my dishwasher has been unloaded and my workspace now stays tidy
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A handy $19 under-the-sink organizer from Amazon doubled my awkward storage space – I wish I'd purchased it years ago
This addition helped me re-purpose a redundant and hard-to-fill space
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I love this cult $15 disinfectant – it's the do-it-all product that makes every room in my home smell like fresh linen
No wonder it always sells out
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I tried the tea bag cleaning hack for air fryers and it made my greasy appliance spotless, but I won’t be doing it again – here’s why
The tea bag tore and made more of a mess than the grease
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I tried buffing candle wax onto my faucets to prevent watermarks – it worked brilliantly, but here's what to avoid
Watermarks are no match for candle wax
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I've started putting lemons in my dishwasher – here's why I'll never load dirty dishes without them again
Simple yet effective, the humble citrus fruit has upped my cleaning game
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I tried the 90/90 decluttering rule and its simplicity has made me love and embrace minimalism
After using this simple decluttering hack to help clear out my wardrobe, it’s changed my mindset
