House manual
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5 scents ants hate, and how to use them to stop these pests plaguing your home and garden this summerP.S, these scents will make your home smell so good...
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How we test steam cleaners and mops at Ideal Home – the exact review process we followHow we determine if this chemical-free cleaning tool is worth your while
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Plug-in solar vs rooftop panels — which is better?I asked the experts how the two systems differ on price, installation and impact on bills
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Solar panels at home: how they work and what they could mean for your energy billsSponsored by E.ON Next
Take back control of your energy bills
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IKEA’s £5 food waste bin makes following new recycling rules easy and stylish – this odour-proof bin is also perfect for tiny spacesIs it just me, or does this food waste bin look really stylish?
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My sparkling floors always get so many compliments – these are the two appliances I have to thank for thatSteam or suction? That's the big question!
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Things you can no longer recycle when decluttering due to new bin rules in EnglandHow the new regulations will affect your spring clear-out
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Experts are warning homeowners to think before they spray when spring cleaning this month – your favourite houseplant could be paying the priceCleaning products are putting your houseplants at risk
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I’m a storage-obsessed editor who hates ugly storage baskets – pretty-but-practical alternatives to add to your homeWho says storage has to be an eyesore?
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Air purifiers can be confusing – but I tested a model that’s straightforward and easy to useIt even has a Pet Mode for animal lovers
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5 counter-top kitchen appliances you should always unplug when not in useI’ve been wasting so much money on my energy bills by leaving mine plugged in
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IKEA's £4 space-saving bins will make following the new, simpler recycling rules in England easier in a tiny kitchenIf you hate doing the bins (don't we all?), this clever IKEA find will make it easier
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Thought one air purifier was enough? Think again! This is how to work out how many air purifiers you *actually* needIt's not a one-size-fits-all appliance
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Aldi is selling a clever mattress vacuum for under £25 that banishes allergens, mites and bacteria with zero chemicalsMake cleaning your home a breeze this spring
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Amazon launches a rival to Samsung's Frame TV – a first look at the stylish new TV you can hide in plain sightThe era of a TV dominating a living room could be coming to an end
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14 councils in England have delayed weekly food waste collections until at least 203414 councils in England have delayed weekly food waste collections until at least 2034
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I traded my usual dishwasher setting for this eco-friendly alternativeIt’s saving me £35 a year, take no extra effort and my dishes are just as clean as before
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The 6 best Shark vacuum cleaners to buy right now – tried and tested by a Vacuum ExpertFind the best Shark vacuum for every home and budget
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Thinking about solar panels? What UK homeowners should know before installing themSponsored by E.ON Next
Everything you need to know about costs, savings and installation
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It’s taken four months to get an offer on my house – the 6 selling mistakes I won't make againWhat I'll be avoiding next time for a quicker (and easier) sale
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5 things I decluttered before selling my house – how I made it look more desirable for viewingsAnd pocketed some extra cash in the process
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I suffer from decision fatigue, so I’m using the Doom Diamond decluttering method to clear clutter quickly and efficientlyI'm on a mission to rid my home of excess clutter this spring
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Putting off this easy task has cost me up to £235 in wasted energyDon't make the same mistake I did!
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I swapped using my dishwasher for handwashing dishes for a month to avoid wasting energyBut I've got 4 reasons why it was harder to give up than I thought
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I rented a van to hide everyday clutter when selling our house – and it really paid off at viewingsOur house never looked neater and the offers flooded in...
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I tested Dyson's newest (and most affordable) wet floor cleaner – the performance won me over, but there's a catchIt's seriously lightweight and offers reliable results
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I tried out this UK-designed smart dehumidifier – it dried my laundry in hours and tackled humidity in my home with easeI've dried laundry and combated condensation quickly with this British-made hero
