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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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How to shop the 'secret side' of Dyson — It’s now my go-to for discounted vacuums, fans and more
I could have saved so much money if only I'd found it earlier
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to organise a junk drawer — professional organisers share how to make sense of the chaos in 5 easy steps
Turn disorganised chaos into organised chaos
By Lauren Bradbury
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Households expected to pay £35 more on energy bills this winter – what you need to know about the Ofgem price cap increase
Energy bills have gone up again
By Kezia Reynolds
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Sorry, mops! This is what you should *actually* be using to clean tiled floors, according to the pros
Who knew mopping could make your floors dirtier...
By Lauren Bradbury
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I never thought a robot vacuum would compete with my regular vacuum — this 5-star Eufy model proved me wrong
It's about as perfect as you can get
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tested an affordable alternative to Dyson's all-in-one fan, heater and air purifier and was seriously impressed
Is this affordable Dyson hot+cool fan alternative as good as the real deal?
By Zoë Phillimore
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The essential piece of kit you need to buy when investing in a portable air conditioner – experts say it makes all the difference
Everything you need to know before buying and fitting a portable air conditioner window kit...
By Jenny McFarlane
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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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Say goodbye to your iron – this £5 editor-approved laundry accessory will soften and remove wrinkles from your clothes
It will save you time and money, too!
By Kezia Reynolds
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What is your biggest DIY mistake? Share your best disaster stories
We want to hear about your biggest DIY blunders in the comments
By Rebecca Knight
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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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5 things experts want you to declutter before autumn — get ready for cosy season with a post-summer reset
Tick these off your list for a clean and cosy home
By Lauren Bradbury
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I swapped my regular vacuum cleaner for Shark’s robot vacuum and mop for the week – this is why I’m converted
It empties its own bin AND dries its mop pad!
By Lauren Bradbury
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I always keep a roll of masking tape on hand when vacuum cleaning – it's the best way to keep skirting boards scuff-free
Now I don’t vacuum without it
By Lauren Bradbury
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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 swapped my Dyson handheld vacuum for this budget-friendly Gtech alternative — this is why I love it
It's a lightweight, budget-friendly handheld vacuum that punches well above its weight
By Katie Sims
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I asked cleaning experts what they do every day to make their home feel instantly cleaner, and one answer kept coming up
It will only take you five minutes!
By Kezia Reynolds
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Experts reveal the best place to put a fan to save money on your energy bills and cool a room fast
Get the most out of your fan
By Kezia Reynolds
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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
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Do you need to pay council tax for your shed? Legal pros reveal everything you need to know amidst council clampdown
Your garden shed could cost you extra council tax - this is everything you need to know
By Kezia Reynolds
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Should you let your dog on the sofa? Help us settle the debate
Share your thoughts in the comments below
By Heather Young
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I bought the viral fan that fakes the cooling effect of an air conditioner – it's the only thing saving me in this heat
The science backs it up, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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This is the one thing that’s killing your vacuum cleaner – and experts say we’re all guilty of doing it
It’s a surefire way to kill your trusty appliance
By Lauren Bradbury
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The best portable air conditioners for cooling and beating humidity
I've selected the top portable air conditioners to keep you cool this summer – and there's one to suit every budget
By Jenny McFarlane
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'Omg, this exists?' – shoppers are going wild for Aldi's chemical-free spider repellent spray
Keep spiders out of your home this autumn
By Kezia Reynolds
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3 scents to deter spiders and make your home smell gorgeous in the process – it's a win-win
Spiders may hate these scents, but we think they smell delicious!
By Kezia Reynolds
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I've selected the best dehumidifiers under £100 – 6 tried and tested affordable solutions to combat damp in your home
Our expert reviewers have tried and tested the cheapest dehumidifiers from ProBreeze, Russell Hobbs, and more, to find the budget dehumidifiers that still get the job done
By Jenny McFarlane

