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Hosting experts reveal the 8 things making your guest bedroom less comfortable – and how to remedy them
Iron out these mistakes before the holiday season, experts urge
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The 3 best cordless vacuums for running time, suction, and ease of use – they’re so good, I’m ditching my corded appliance for good
Ditch the power cord for one of the best cordless vacuum cleaners to swiftly clean your home from top to bottom
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Does hanging pennies in a bag of water keep flies and pests away? Our entomologists say no, and suggest 3 methods that really do work
Bizarre or brilliant? Pest control pros explore whether this pest control hack works to keep flies at bay and deterrents that really work
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8 things that always make your bedroom look cluttered – and what to do instead
Add serenity to your bedroom with our pro decluttering tips
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I tried cleaning the stainless steel in my kitchen with essential oil and it’s brilliant – I swear by it for a streak-free finish
I found it works better than commercial cleaners on even the most stubborn grime, and smells great too
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The best reed diffusers we love for every room in the home, tested by our Master Perfumer and homes experts
The right scent can truly transform your space. From fresh and floral to smoky and spicy, these are our top picks of the best reed diffusers
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I'm a professional organizer and these are the 5 areas to organize in your kitchen to wow your Thanksgiving guests
Professional home organizer Sarah Dunn shares small but effective tweaks guaranteed to make your kitchen look organized for the holidays (even if it's not)
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Pre-Christmas decluttering rules – 7 steps I always follow for smooth, seamless and happy holiday hosting
Prepare your home for an influx of guests, gifts and goodies with my December decluttering routine I rely on every year
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Did you know this home heating habit could be ruining your couch? The 3 risks in the mix this winter, and what to do instead
Avoid damage, mold, and potential fire hazards, experts warn
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6 mistakes you're making at home that are making you a prime target for identity theft – and what to do instead
Keeping safe doesn't stop at a good lock, these experts warn
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10 pre-Christmas cleaning tasks to tick off before the big day, including wiping down internal doors, cleaning fireplaces and washing table linens
Get your home ready for hosting and celebrations by preparing ahead of time
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Locking up a vacation or second home for winter? 6 ways to prevent mold growth, even when leaving it unheated
Tips from our mold and HVAC pros to protect your unheated property
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Writing about cleaning every day as a homes editor has ironically made me a serial procrastinator – here's 5 ways I find my motivation to get my chores done
These essential steps makes cleaning more mindful and less stressful
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5 handy tricks from cleaning pros to quickly and safely remove pumpkin stains from floors – no matter your flooring type
Don't let leftover stains spook you
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'Where there are hooks, people will always hang coats' – 8 things you should never store in your entryway to avoid it becoming a dumping ground
Pro organizers reveal the most common entryway mistakes
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5 heated airer mistakes that are doubling your drying time, ruining your flooring and causing energy bills to rise
Experts warn these blunders can pose serious risks to your home
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Is borax the secret 'superpower' ingredient we should all use in our laundry? It could 'power up' your detergent
This underused laundry ingredient could be the answer to brighter whites and fresher fragrance
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8 ways to winterize a balcony and weather-proof yours like a pro, leaving it intact, ready and raring to go in spring
Expert advice to ensure your balcony is ready for the cold season
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7 smells that might be a sign of something dangerous in your home – and what to do about them
Caught a whiff of something that smells suspicious? Don't ignore it – it might just be pointing towards a sinister issue
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How to make a kitchen look organized, even when it's not – 5 quick tricks to create the illusion of order
If you don’t have time to fully declutter and organize, these quick patch-job tricks could be perfect
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8 ways to prep your home for Thanksgiving guests with allergies – including employing HEPA filters, food labels and switching to natural home fragrances
Learn how to make your home a more comfortable environment for allergy sufferers
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15 tidying tips and methods professional organizers swear by – including tidying nightly, not putting stuff down but away, and having a drop zone
Keep your home pristine with these ingenious expert-approved tidying hacks
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Should you point your silverware up or down in the dishwasher? Experts warn getting it wrong could ruin your silverware, and even be fatal
It’s a small detail, but makes all the difference to your flatware, experts say
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Professional organizers say these are the 7 communal areas you should declutter before Thanksgiving
Tackling these common clutter zones will help welcome guests comfortably
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I couldn’t get stubborn scorch marks off my glass stovetop for 4 years until I tried baking soda – it worked like magic
I can't believe I didn't do this earlier
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How to sort out sagging couch cushions – for a soft, and comfortable couch
Give your uncomfortable couch a new lease of life with these expert-approved tips to fluff up flat cushions
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Do air purifiers help with mold? HVAC experts reveal the appliance's powers and limitations
Effectively manage mold and mildew in your home with these tips from the pros
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Should you open windows in winter? Air quality experts warn it's a vital winter maintenance task you should never skip
Even when the weather turns cold, you should be keeping your home feeling fresh and ventilated
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Should I sleep with my window open in winter? The benefits, pros and cons from our sleep and HVAC pros
The benefits of sleeping with fresh air even in winter
