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Our house manual guides cover every aspect of managing your home. We have advice for those buying, selling or renting. We can help you manage your bills, create a new cleaning regime or organise your rooms.
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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
By Rachel Wait
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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
By Lauren Bradbury
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Waste experts reveal how to deter flies from your food waste bin this summer – 3 easy fixes to make following new recycling rules a breezeUnfortunately, your food waste bin is the ideal envrionment for flies
By Kezia Reynolds
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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
By Ideal Home
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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
By Lauren Bradbury
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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
By Lauren Bradbury
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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
By Kezia Reynolds
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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!
By Sarah Handley
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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
By Sarah Handley
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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
By Rebecca Lawton
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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
By Jennifer Oksien
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Pro Breeze’s new hybrid fan has been freshening up my home with it’s nifty scent podI have high hopes that it’ll see me through a summer heatwave too
By Sarah Handley
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I banished funky fridge smells using this handy £22 gadget – it works for 10 years without needing refillsIt also tackles smelly shoes, wardrobes and cars
By Lauren Bradbury
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8 ways to save money when moving house – and ensure you have some left in the pot when you’re doneThe key to cost-cutting is all in the preparation
By Sarah Handley
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Councils may not take your food waste bin if you use the wrong liner – everything you need to knowWhat you're required to do to dispose of food waste in England
By Kezia Reynolds
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Moving this year? This is the moving house checklist you need to follow to keep stress levels lowEverything you need to do for a hassle-free house move
By Sophie Vening
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I spent £10,000 trying to add value to my house before putting it on the market – what was worth it, and what wasn’tThere are two things I'd never waste time or money on again
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested a ‘smart’ carpet cleaner that leaves floors usable again in under half an hour – it’s seriously convenientIt's one of the most convincing premium carpet cleaners on the market
By Caroline Preece
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I switched to a smart kettle to avoid wasting energy six months agoThis is how much I actually saved
By Rachel Wait
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5 messy things that guests always notice in your hallway – and the clutter busters that’ll hide them from nosy visitorsWhat you need to give them a welcome you're proud of
By Lauren Bradbury
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This is what can go in your recycling and food waste bins under the new, simpler recycling rules that came into force this week in EnglandMake sure you're up to date on the dos and don'ts
By Evie Lisk
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It took me just two seconds to transform this wireless Duux fan from desktop to pedestal modeIt’s so light (and effective) I’m planning on taking it on holiday with me
By Sarah Handley
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I’m a vacuum expert, and these are the best cordless vacuum cleaners you can buy for grab-and-go cleaningMy top-rated dust busters from Shark, Dyson, Gtech and more
By Lauren Bradbury
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5 things that people with healthy air quality always have in their homes – keep nasty pollutants out of the houseThe pollutant-busters you need for a healthy home
By Lauren Bradbury
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Are air purifiers worth the hype? As someone who has lived with *and* without one, this is my takeIs it the right investment for your home?
By Lauren Bradbury
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Denise Welch slams London council for failing to collect her son’s bins – this is what you *actually* should do if your bin isn’t collectedEverything you need to know about 'Bin-gate'
By Kezia Reynolds
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Dunelm is selling a space-saving laundry basket that is perfect for small homes – this one clever feature sets it apart from the restIt will make you rethink how you do your laundry
By Kezia Reynolds


