Latest advice
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5 simple ways to tell if your dehumidifier is *actually* doing its job according to experts – and what to do if it's not
These are the easy ways to tell if yours is working properly
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5 things people with a low-maintenance vegetable garden always have
Your veg patch cheat sheet!
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Do vacuum cleaners spread dust? 5 reasons why this cleaning task is making your home dirtier, and what to do about it
Expert tips you ought to know for a cleaner home
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7 sweet-smelling flowering shrubs to fill your winter garden with scent and colour when nothing else is blooming
Bring some much-needed colour and fragrance outdoors with these winter-loving varieties
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I fell for the built-in dog bath trend – after living with it for a couple of years this is what I wish I'd known before adding one to my utility room
Social media sold me a dream, my dog did not play ball!
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7 early flowering plants that will brighten up a bleak January garden with mood-boosting colour
Add colour and texture by planting up these varieties
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2 simple things you should do with a Christmas cactus after flowering – less is more, according to experts
It is a succulent, after all...
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Post and everyday clutter were slowly taking over our kitchen until I set up this simple family command centre
This clutter-busting setup calms the chaos
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This January garden tool care task is so important – it could mean the difference between healthy and infected plants in the spring
It's the gold standard for garden hygiene
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How we test duvets at Ideal Home: our review process
This is how we put duvets through their paces to find our top recommendations
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It's so important that you *don't* prune these plants in midwinter – it could cost you this year's flowers
These are the five types to avoid
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I stopped trying to do big house resets and started using a tidy-up timer instead – now my kids want to help me too!
I'm turning tidying into a shared family habit with a simple timer
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Tabletop veg is set to be *big* this year, according to the RHS – 7 of the best options
Save space, time and money!
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Experts say you must do these important garden jobs now to prevent more damage to your plants before the next cold snap
Here's what to do before snow and frost hits, plus how to minimise and repair any damage caused by bad weather
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4 climbing plants to prune in January for healthy growth and even more flowers this year
Trim these climbers back now
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7 plants you should take hardwood cuttings from in January to fill your garden with plants for free
It's a simple technique
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Your dehumidifier isn't always the answer in winter, experts warn – this is when not to use yours in the coldest months
Knowing when not to use a dehumidifier can save energy and keep your home comfortable
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‘Winter weather is a flavour upgrade’ for some vegetables, say experts – but you'll need to know when to step in
Sweeter carrots, velvety parsnips...
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5 flowers to sow indoors in January for an early flush of blooms – get a head start on the growing season!
Sweet peas, snapdragons and more
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Is it time to declutter your houseplants? Experts share their top tips for paring back your indoor jungle so it thrives
Keep on top of a growing houseplant collection with our expert approved care tips
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Are robot vacuum cleaners worth it? Everything you need to know about this year’s ‘it’ floorcare appliance
This is what I *really* think, as a vacuum expert
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How to care for philodendrons – the best way to position, water and feed them
They're so easy to look after!
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I'm a florist and these are the 7 houseplants that help my wellbeing during the winter months
Boost your mental health over winter with these beneficial houseplants
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Professional organisers reveal the clutter hotspots they come across in every home – and how they tackle them
The full list of the most cluttered spaces in the home
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Where to place a calathea – 3 spots the tropical houseplants love best, according to experts
Mimicking their origins is key
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7 'annoying' cleaning jobs to get on top of this January – your future self will thank you
Now's the time to *finally* tick off the cleaning jobs we never get round to
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What to do with your old Christmas tree to help wildlife over winter - these easy ways to reuse it in your garden will help your garden visitors long after December
Recycle your old Christmas tree in the garden and it could provide the local wildlife with a place to shelter, roost or feed when it's cold
