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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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Is clutter damaging your relationship? Experts reveal how to overcome mood-ruining mess together
Don't butt heads over clutter - instead, put them together to find the solution
By Kezia Reynolds
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Are you using the right amount of detergent in your washing machine? The tell-tale signs you’re using too much or too little
You could be doing your laundry routine all wrong
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to clean a washing machine with soda crystals — why experts say you should ditch bicarbonate of soda for this cheaper alternative
Live in a hard water area? Soda crystals will be your best friend
By Lauren Bradbury
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4 surprising things you can clean with a tennis ball, according to the professionals
Put your tennis balls to good use with these top tips
By Katie Sims
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15 decluttering methods – expert-approved, tried and tested techniques that really work
From the 50/50 rule to Swedish death cleaning, we take a look at the clutter busters that really work
By Jenny McFarlane
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Stanley Tucci’s Shark vacuum cleaner is one of the brand’s bestselling products — right now it’s £200 off
Stanley loves a Shark, too!
By Lauren Bradbury
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Is it cheaper to leave your heating on all day? The official answer plus the exceptions you need to know about
There's plenty of debate on whether you should leave your heating on low all day – this is what you need to know
By Rebecca Knight
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I tried the 5 Senses Cleaning Method and finally knew where to start my big clean
If you never where to start cleaning, give the 5 Senses Cleaning Method a try
By Kezia Reynolds
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Things people with clean bathrooms always do — 9 habits to pick up for a spotless wash space
These are the practices you might want to adopt to keep your bathroom looking its best
By Ellis Cochrane
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What to do if your boiler pressure is too low – an expert-approved step-by-step to repressurise your system easily and effectively
Experts reveal the easiest way to get your heating system firing up efficiently again
By Jenny McFarlane
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I’m a lazy cleaner and the micro-decluttering method is perfect for those short on time and motivation
If you don't like cleaning, this is the only decluttering method you need
By Kezia Reynolds
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How much does it cost to run an air fryer? Do they save money?
We've calculated what it will cost to cook with an air fryer following the new July energy price cap
By Katie Sims
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6 things you should declutter in January — the manageable tasks professional organisers recommend tackling now
Don't burn yourself out at the start of 2025, instead break decluttering down into smaller chunks to tick off your list
By Emma Rinaldi
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How to get rid of items after a declutter — 3 ways to get your unwanted stuff out of your home
Ready to part ways with some items, but unsure what to do with them? Here's the expert advice you need
By Katie Sims
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The 11 cleaning jobs I always do in January as a cleaning and home organisation expert to kick off the New Year
You don't need to scrub the house from top to bottom, these 11 jobs are the best place to start
By Lynsey Crombie
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I tried the 'Delivery Box Decluttering Method' and it’s completely changed my attitude toward shopping
I will be taking a more mindful approach from now on
By Kezia Reynolds
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Keep clutter at bay in 2025 with this year-long easy decluttering schedule, recommended by professional organisers
Keep on top of clutter once and for all, with this easy-to-follow plan
By Eilidh Williams
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These 8 mistakes when buying an electric heater are leaving your house cold and running up your energy bills, warn experts
Steer clear of these common oversights this winter
By Jenny McFarlane
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How much does it cost to run a boiling water tap?
We calculated the cost of running a boiling water tap to see if the investment pays off
By Katie Sims
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How much does it cost to run a multi-cooker — does the air fryer alternative save money?
Here's how much your multi-cooker will cost to run under the latest energy price cap
By Katie Sims
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How much electricity does a TV use? We’ve done the sums
We've worked out how much electricity a TV uses and how much it will cost you after the latest energy price cap
By Rachel Ogden
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How much electricity does a light bulb use? And how much does it cost?
We've worked out how much it costs to run a light bulb per hour – plus the energy-saving features to look for
By Rachel Lacey
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How much does it cost to run an electric blanket? Here's what you need to know
We've done the maths to find out just how much running your electric blanket costs
By Rachel Ogden
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How much does it cost to run a fridge freezer? Your questions answered
We've worked it out – and have the lowdown on how to get cutting those costs
By Rachel Ogden
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How much does it cost to run a washing machine?
We've calculated how much money your washing machine will cost to run according to the latest energy prices
By Katie Sims
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How much does it cost to run an electric heater? What you can expect to pay, and ways to save
Wondering how much it costs to run an electric heater under the new energy price cap? We've done the maths and have found ways to trim your spend
By Rachel Ogden
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How much does it cost to run a dishwasher? And how can you save?
Are you wondering how much it costs to run a dishwasher? We've worked it out and have found ways to cut your spend
By Rachel Ogden