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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 paint wooden furniture like a pro – decorating experts share their 5 simple steps for a flawless finish every time
Top tips to give your wooden furniture a refresh
By Lauren Bradbury
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4 surprising areas in your home that experts say you really shouldn't paint white
And which colours to choose for them instead
By Sara Hesikova
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How to clean a mattress gently – cleaning experts say all you need is a pan lid
The pan lid mattress cleaning hack is a gentle way to clean your mattress
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 space-wasting items professional organisers never keep in kitchen cabinets
Remove these unnecessary items from your kitchen to create a space-savvy organisation system
By Marina Rabin
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Stacey Solomon has revealed the easiest way to update tired windowsills – DIY experts agree it’s a great budget solution
Revealing her hack in an episode of Sort Your Life Out, the presenter's DIY hack couldn't be simpler
By Kezia Reynolds
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I tested dozens of mops on all floor types - these are my 9 top picks for a spotless finish every time
These are undoubtedly the best mops for laminate, vinyl, amtico, tiled and even hardwood floors
By Lauren Bradbury
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Small kitchen storage ideas to tidy up the tiniest rooms and ensure no space is wasted
These hard working small kitchen storage ideas will turn your space from cluttered to immaculate in no time
By Tara King
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How to clean mould off a roller blind – experts share their top tips for removing mould and mildew stains effectively
Get rid of mould and mildew stains on your roller blinds in five simple steps
By Jenny McFarlane
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I always thought stick vacuums were the best — now I have a new favourite after testing a stick, upright and cylinder vacuum together
I put stick, upright and cylinder vacuums through real-life cleaning scenarios to see which one came out on top
By Lauren Bradbury
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Bargain alert! Shark’s bestselling carpet stain cleaner is under £100 — it's been on my cleaning wishlist for months
Shark has slashed the prices of its vacuums, carpet cleaners and mops for its Spring Clean Sale
By Lauren Bradbury
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The one cleaning tool I use to deep clean my oven without breaking a sweat – it transformed my greasy oven toxin-free
This multi-purpose cleaning multi tool is a spring cleaning lifesaver
By Jenny McFarlane
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Experts reveal how to fix drafty windows quickly - all you need is a roll of sellotape
If you need a temporary fix, this stationery essential can handle the job
By Kezia Reynolds
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Experts urge homeowners and renters to complete these 7 home maintenance jobs in March for a worry-free spring
Have you ticked them off your to-do list yet?
By Lauren Bradbury
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TV when it's on, art when it's off
Allow the Samsung 2024 Frame TV to bring quality, style and personality to your home
By Sponsored
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This is the exact date you should start spring cleaning according to cleaning experts – and it's coming up soon
Experts reveal the exact date you should start spring cleaning this year to see the most effective results
By Rebecca Lawton
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What to do with leftover paint – 15 creative ways to utilise small amounts of paint so not a drop goes to waste
Not too sure what to do with all that excess paint sitting in your utility room? These tips will solve that issue once and for all
By Jennifer Morgan
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Experts explain the 7 things you need to do right now to pollen-proof your home for spring
From layers of vaseline around your windows to handy dusting alternatives, pollen-proofing your home couldn't be easier
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to paint skirting boards with carpet in 5 easy steps – refresh your home without ripping up your carpet
Protect your carpet with this cheap store cupboard essential
By Lauren Bradbury
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I’ve found a game-changing way to empty a vacuum cleaner without getting dust everywhere — and it’ll help feed your garden for free, too
Sorry, dust clouds… you’re not welcome in our homes anymore
By Lauren Bradbury
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I tried this two-ingredient cleaning hack to clean the inside of my windows — and there’s no water required
Who knew a Dishmatic was the key to gleaming windows...
By Lauren Bradbury
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Kitchen storage ideas – 21 clever ways to store groceries and kitchen utensils
Curb clutter and restore order with these kitchen storage ideas
By Jennifer Ebert
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How to maximise hanging space in a wardrobe — 7 savvy hacks that will put dead space to good use
Get the most out of your wardrobe's hanging space with these expert tips
By Katie Sims
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Pest experts reveal the household product that will keep rats away from your home — and you probably already have it in your cupboard
Rats have a very particular sense of smell - and they can't stand this household product
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 IKEA KALLAX hacks to elevate your simple cube storage units beyond recognition
These are the best ways to give your flatpack a new lease of life, especially if your KALLAX is looking a little too bland for your liking
By Sara Hesikova
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How to organise deep drawers – experts reveal the best ways to maximise space in bedroom, bathroom and kitchen drawers
Make the most of the space in deep drawers in any room in your home with these expert tips
By Jenny McFarlane
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What to do with old hangers after decluttering — 5 ways to repurpose or recycle them to open up even more space in your wardrobe
Recently decluttered your wardrobe? You're not finished yet
By Lauren Bradbury
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The IKEA MOSSLANDA picture ledge might be meant for displaying art – but these 5 hacks use it for so much more
These are the most unexpected and savvy ways to use the budget-friendly picture ledge
By Sara Hesikova