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This is the best bedding for menopause, according to my testing, and the advice of sleep and fabric experts
The bedding materials to choose and those to avoid to reduce night sweats
By Amy Lockwood
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This is the best time to use nematodes on a lawn if you want to protect it from leatherjackets
Nip long-term damage in the bud!
By Sophie King
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I've learned these 3 things about safely moving established plants – and here's what you should consider if you plan to do the same
Healthy plant in the wrong spot? Fear not! Here’s how to rehouse some of the stars of your garden
By Laura Hillier
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5 rookie mistakes I’ve made when buying plants for my garden and will never fall for again
Garden centre plant buying mistakes and how to fix them
By Lisa Fazzani
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These smart design tricks made my small, north-facing hallway feel like a Pinterest-worthy cottage
My north-facing hallway was cold and dark until I transformed it.
By Layla Al-Ani
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6 places in the garden to never use eggshells - it could cause more harm than good
Eggshells might have many benefits, but they're best kept away from these spots
By Holly Reaney
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Cinnamon powder could be the key to your cuttings' success – here's why it works
Who knew?
By Sophie King
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The £3.50 cleaning buy I use when I have no time to clean as a busy mum of three – it's the only thing that'll tackle my kids' mess
This quick-fix stain remover has become my daily lifesaver
By Rebecca Lawton
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Are IKEA sofa beds worth it? I tested the entire range, and these are the 3 that convinced me they are
These are the IKEA sofa beds I would shop
By Amy Lockwood
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Is the 8-8-8 lavender pruning technique the 'foolproof' secret to better blooms?
How and when to use this gardening rule
By Holly Reaney
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5 tricks that will keep a south-facing living room cool – even in a surprise heatwave
Keep your cool
By Kezia Reynolds
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3 things you should put on your lawn in summer to encourage lush, green grass before the season ends
Now's the time to revive your grass – or give it a boost!
By Sophie King
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What’s the best flooring for a dog-friendly home? Experts reveal the one material they would always pick
Keep your pooch happy without sacrificing style
By Maddie Balcombe
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10 things to declutter in 10 minutes — the cheat’s way to a clean and tidy home with minimal effort
Mammoth decluttering sessions are out
By Lauren Bradbury
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3 defensive plants to keep your home safe from thieves – add them to your garden ASAP
Keep your home safe and secure this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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This is why linen bedding is so expensive, according to experts – 'it might cost a little more upfront, but it’s built to last'
Why linen bedding costs so much, and if it's worth the investment
By Amy Lockwood
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How to rescue a plant from the clearance table – and figure out if it's salvageable in the first place
These bargain buys could end up being your healthiest plants!
By Sophie King
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August is the perfect time to overseed a lawn, but there’s one thing you’ll need to know about sowing after a heatwave
Keep a watering can handy!
By Sophie King
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These are the two best ways to tell if your sweetcorn is ready to be harvested for delicious, juicy cobs
Time it right for the best harvests
By Sophie King
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Experts warn these 5 vacuuming mistakes could actually be making your home dirtier — this is how to avoid them
Are you using your vacuum correctly?
By Jullia Joson
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I'm a florist and these are the 7 flowers I love to grow in my cut flower garden in late summer
Give your late summer garden a colour lift with our selection
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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I fitted my own kitchen... twice – here's why I doubt I'll do it again
In my experience DIY is not always worth the bragging rights and faff
By Amy Reeves
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Never prune these plants in August if you want them to flower again next year
Cutting them back now could forsake next year's blooms
By Sophie King
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No, I didn't buy new oak doors - I used Frenchic browning wax instead, and this hack is a game-changer
It turned my home into a cosy cottage
By Layla Al-Ani
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How to get rid of horsetail weed - garden experts reveal the best way to tackle this hard to kill weed
Solutions that will help to control and reduce it
By Holly Reaney
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This is the colour bedding that will make a small bedroom look bigger, according to experts – and the shades to avoid
'This bed linen is especially effective at making a room feel larger as it opens up the space'
By Amy Lockwood
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How to prevent maggots in a kitchen bin – 4 expert-approved ways that mean you never have to deal with this gross problem again
It may be disgusting to think about, but these handy tricks mean maggots won't become your reality
By Kezia Reynolds