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4 places in a garden you should never use leftover coffee grounds – gardening experts warn that they'll do more harm than good
The spots to swerve using this popular gardening hack
By Katie Sims
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How to clean carpet – expert-approved ways to freshen up your floors without the hassle
Carpet looking tired, dull, or dirty? These tips will help it look as good as new
By Lauren Bradbury
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7 biennial flowers that flourish in clay soil – experts share the plants that fill your garden with an abundance of blooms
Pick the right biennial plants and you can still achieve amazing results in your garden
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 reasons you need a garden fork – it's a staple in any gardener's shed, with so many benefits
We've rounded up all of the ways you can use one
By Sophie King
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Do I have a right to privacy in my garden? Here's what you can (and can't) do
Experts explain where you stand legally, and what you can do to protect your garden's privacy
By Rebecca Lawton
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What can I do if my neighbour's tree is damaging my fence? Everything you need to know from a legal standpoint
The exact steps to take, according to the experts
By Ellis Cochrane
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How to grow borage – planting, watering and harvesting the herb that bees love
It's delicious in salads, too!
By Sophie King
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What I wish I knew before buying a clothes steamer – don't make the same mistakes I made
Choosing the right clothes steamer can be a game-changer
By Jenny McFarlane
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Is it better to rent or buy a carpet cleaner? From cost to convenience, experts weigh up the pros and cons
How to choose the best carpet cleaning solution for your home and budget
By Rebecca Lawton
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How to weatherproof a pergola – 6 solutions to get the most out of your outdoor space all year round
From roof ideas to practical upgrades, here's what the experts recommend
By Rebecca Lawton
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Herbs you should never plant together – avoid these combinations to ensure a thriving herb garden
Don't make these plants neighbours...
By Sophie King
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How many sets of bedding should you have? This is the exact number of sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers you need, according to experts
This is the amount of bed linen you need for a well-organised home
By Zoë Phillimore
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How to plant gladiolus bulbs in pots – an easy guide to bringing these beautiful blooms to your container garden
Liven up your patio with perfectly planted pots of gladioli
By Holly Reaney
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What to do after scarifying a lawn – 5 crucial follow-up steps for a greener, healthier lawn
These tasks will give your grass an extra boost
By Sophie King
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How to keep foxes out of your garden — 6 (safe and humane) ways to deter these garden invaders
Deter foxes without harming them in the process
By Lauren Bradbury
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6 of the best plants for clay soil – these shrubs and flowering plants will thrive in this challenging soil type
Clay soil can be a blessing, not a curse!
By Sophie King
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5 colours that will make a new build kitchen feel warm, according to the experts
How to stop what can often be a blank space from feeling cold and uninviting
By Ellis Cochrane
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This is the difference between a spade and a shovel – because they're not the same tool!
Here's what you need to know before you buy
By Sophie King
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How to grow gooseberries – everything you need to know about planting, watering and pruning these fruiting favourites
A complete guide to planting and caring for your gooseberry bush
By Sophie King
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9 things you need to know when shopping for a mattress with back pain, according to a sleep expert and osteopath
If you're sleeping on the wrong type of mattress, you could be making your back pain worse
By Amy Lockwood
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10 bathroom window dressing ideas to add style and privacy to a wash space
Master the art of dressing your bathroom windows to impress
By Linda Clayton
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3 things you should never use to fill the bottom of a large planter, according to garden experts
You should avoid these materials for your floral displays this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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Should bedroom curtains hang over radiators? The things interior and energy experts want you to know before you decide
It's one of the biggest style versus practicality debates in the home
By Ellis Cochrane
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How to get wrinkles out of clothes without an iron – 5 alternative methods that will get your clothes crease-free
Creased clothes don't always need an iron - try these hacks instead
By Katie Sims
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Where to never plant peonies – 2 places you must avoid growing these beautiful plants in your garden, according to expert growers
These locations will lead to a blooming disaster
By Rebecca Knight
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Should you clean before a cleaner? 5 things you should do before they arrive
If you want to get the most out of a professional clean, preparation is key
By Katie Sims
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5 tell-tale signs you're overwatering your plants – the key symptoms to watch out for
And how to distinguish overwatering from underwatering...
By Sophie King