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How to cool down a room without windows – 5 simple solutions for sealed-off spaces
Indoor air quality experts have shared their thoughts on how to cool down a room without windows, from long-term installations to quick cooling fixes
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How to turn off your AC's fresh air intake – step-by-step from HVAC professionals
HVAC experts explain how to turn fresh air intake off on an air conditioner and set it to recirculate, and why you may want to make the adjustment
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How to improve air quality indoors – even without an air purifier
HVAC experts explain how to clean your home's air both with and without an air purifier so you can breathe easy – and remain healthy – in your own home
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Bamboo vs Tencel sheets: experts uncover which is the better material for sleep
Bamboo and Tencel bedding are both big trends in the sleep world – I put the two to the test and discuss their similarities and differences before deciding which bed sheet material you should buy
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How to organize your home before going on vacation – 10 pre-travel housekeeping tips
Tick these tasks off your to-do list to ensure your return is as stress-free as your vacation
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How to reduce your home's humidity – even without a dehumidifier
Air quality experts share their top tips on how to reduce humidity in a house both with and without a dehumidifier to make summer a little more comfortable this year
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Does shaving foam clean carpets? Pro cleaners have their say on this obscure cleaning hack
Professional cleaners explain how to use shaving foam to clean carpets when this hack is best used
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How to keep upstairs cool in summer – 7 tips to suppress scorching temperatures
Contractors share their tips for keeping the upstairs of your home cool this summer to prevent a sweltering change in temperature between the two floors
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Should you run your AC when air quality is bad?
Heating and air conditioning professionals agree that it's best to keep AC running when air quality is bad
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Decluttering makeup and skincare – 10 ways to streamline your stash beautifully
Ensure your beauty routine (and your skin) stays smooth with these top tips for decluttering makeup and skincare
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How to prepare your house for hurricane season – 9 steps to safeguard your home
A hurricane is one of nature's most unpredictable events, so early preparation is key
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How to fix a door that sticks – according to joiners
A few tweaks will ensure there is enough clearance for the door to open and close smoothly
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5 plumbing disasters to avoid – a professional reveals the expensive mistakes to swerve at all costs
Plumbing professional and author Nicholas James reveals the very, very expensive DIY plumbing mistakes every homeowner should avoid
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This fan direction trick will cool your room down more quickly – according to the pros
Experts explain how changing the direction of your fan blades can help to make a room feel cooler quicker, plus when you should be making the alterations
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What time can construction workers start making noise? Advice for good, neighborly behavior
Weekday and weekend rules around start times for workmen explained
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How to fold hand towels like a spa – easy steps for a luxe look
Get that luxe, spa-ready look for your hand towels with these clever ways to fold and roll
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Cleaning with tea tree oil – 7 expert-approved ways to use this natural disinfectant
Natural, safe and inexpensive, tea tree oil is a green cleaning kit essential – here’s what you can do with it
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I’m a feng shui consultant and these are my 10 tips to relieve insomnia
The bedroom is one of the most important areas of a home when it comes to working with feng shui, and yet for so many people it’s low on the list of priorities
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How to get a stain out of a white shirt – our cleaning experts come to your rescue
These expert tricks, tips, and hacks will remove stains from a white shirt before it sets and the garment is ruined forever
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Does a dehumidifier make a room cooler? Experts explain how yours could help beat the heat
Experts explain whether or not a dehumidifier can help to cool down a room, including how to use one correctly, to help you beat the humid heat this summer
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Moving house checklist – essential tips and timeline for packing to move
Relocating can be stressful, but this moving house checklist – with suggested timeline – will ensure you don’t forget anything important
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5 ways to get rid of paint smell – options from the pros
Getting rid of the distinctive smell of paint isn’t easy, but there are a few tricks you can employ to get the job done…
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7 things to declutter before summer starts – for a stress-free, organized space
Get organized ahead of the warmer months, in order to enjoy a streamlined home clear of clutter for the rest of the year
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How to declutter books – 10 novel ways to streamline your collection
Ensure the happiest of endings with these expert tips on how to declutter books
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How professional cleaners mop hardwood floors – to prevent warping and discoloration
Professional cleaners share their top tips for mopping hardwood floors, to get this tricky surface clean without much water
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Summer celebrations
Gorgeous garden parties are made simple this season with the new M&S collection and advice from stylist to the stars Fiona Leahy.
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7 things you should never vacuum – according to professional cleaners
Professional cleaners share the seven things you should never vacuum to protect your appliance and your home furnishings
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Cleaning experts reveal how to clean window tracks – including clever tricks for hard-to-reach spots
A look at the tips, tricks, and hacks for cleaning your window tracks this spring
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Are you cleaning your baseboards often enough? According to experts, probably not
Tips, tricks, and insights on when to clean your baseboards, including recommendations on how often and why they need to be cleaned in the first place
