Advice Archive | May 2022 | Homes and Gardens

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May 31st
- How to put up coving – for a smart finish to any room
- Why are my tomato leaves turning yellow?
- Sky blue is the color of the season: here's why we love using it at home
May 30th
- Sebastian Cox reveals why composting is important – and how you can do it at home
- How to clean a grill – for maximum flavor and good hygiene
- Why is my aloe plant turning brown?
- How to plant elephant ear bulbs – expert tips for dramatic foliage
- When to cut back peonies – plant experts advise on the exact time to prune these perennial favorites after blooming
- How to repair a plaster ceiling – and restore its smooth surface
May 29th
- Paint finishes for ceilings explained – how to create impact on the fifth wall
- When to harvest Swiss chard – to get the most out of your crop
- How to repaint wicker furniture – 5 steps to revive the retro staple
- How to prune a peach tree – essential steps for pruning and maintaining all forms of peaches
- 5 ways to unclog a bathtub drain, loved by professional plumbers for the rapid results
- 5 colors you should never paint your living room – according to interior designers
May 28th
- How to make a composter – an easy step by step guide
- How to grow pansies – for beautiful blooms
- Guide to crop rotation – to enjoy the best vegetable harvests
- How much does it cost to paint a room?
- Plants for pollinators – 10 of the best for a blooming garden
- Why do conifers go brown? Expert tips for avoiding this common plant problem
- How to install kitchen cabinets – on the floor and walls
- 5 window blind mistakes to avoid – according to industry experts
May 27th
- How to prune olive trees – the best ways and when to prune
- How to paint kitchen cabinets – and transform your room
- Edwardian house style – what it is and how to get the look
- How to tile a wall – for professional-style results
- This design technique spotted at Chelsea Flower Show is a must for small backyards
- How to grow salvias – an elegant addition to any garden
- How to a clean a glass oven door – using baking soda for a streak-free finish
May 26th
- How to keep bugs away from porch lights – natural remedies to use this summer
- How to replace kitchen cabinet doors – to revitalize a tired cooking space
- Hydrangeas not blooming? Here's why
- How to get ink out of a dryer – simple steps to stain-free results, fast
May 25th
- How to create a Mediterranean garden – planting, landscaping and design advice
- 5 ways to use color to create an impactful entryway
- Installing patio doors – get the lowdown on fitting
May 24th
- How to use a wallpaper steamer – 5 steps for getting pro results
- Decorating with books – 13 stylish ways to store and display your collection
- How to install kitchen cabinet handles – a step-by-step guide
May 23rd
- Best paint brands – what to buy when you are decorating
- How to adjust kitchen cabinet handles that are misaligned
- How to plant bulbs – expert tips for every type of bulb flower
- Trends to avoid in your living room – 5 features that have divided experts
May 22nd
- How to prune rhododendrons – gardening experts share their techniques for keeping these shrubs shapely, plus when to prune to encourage returning blooms
- How to prune fruit trees – both freestanding and trained trees
- When to plant spring bulbs – for spectacular flowers
- How to prune plum trees – to keep them in best condition
- Why is my ceiling cracking?
- When to water succulents – and how often – to keep them thriving
May 21st
- Best fragrant flowers – 14 plants guaranteed to add sensational scent to your garden
- How to harvest figs – step-by-step
- How to unclog a shower drain – five ways to deal with blockages
- How to prune grape vines – for healthy, productive plants
- How to get rid of mosquitoes – expert advice on avoiding bites
- How to grow a fig tree
- 5 colors to avoid in a bathroom – according to designers
May 20th
- Protecting plants in a heatwave – 10 expert tips for combatting heat
- Decorating with plants – 11 ways to display houseplants
- How much does a deck cost?
- How to fix ceiling cracks – 5 steps to a smoother ceiling
- How to clean an induction cooktop – simple steps to a streak-free shine
May 19th
- How to paint a popcorn ceiling – 6 steps for a beautiful finish
- Using salt to kill weeds: here's what you need to know before getting started
May 18th
- How to fix a ceiling with water damage – so it stays high and dry
- Decorating shelves – 13 ideas for beautiful arrangements
- How to shock a pool – 5 steps to safe, algae-free water this summer
May 17th
- Using eucalyptus to keep insects out of the house – the best way to deter pests
- How to fix a running toilet – in 6 simple steps
- How to clean walls before painting – expert tips and tricks
- Why put sand on your lawn – 4 ways to use this versatile material in your garden
May 16th
- How to keep flies out of the house
- How to patch a drywall ceiling – an easy guide for DIYers
May 15th
- How to grow dragon fruit – both indoors and outside
- How to store apples – to keep them perfectly fresh for longer
- How are kitchen cabinets refaced? Your questions answered
- Discover the Best Feng Shui Houseplants – 12 Varieties to Bring Positive Energy, Harmony and Good Health into Your Home
May 14th
- When to water plants – to keep them healthy and use water wisely
- How to refinish kitchen cabinets – for a fresh new look
- What is No Mow May – why and how to take part
- How to get rid of pigeons – pest control experts reveal 3 humane ways to keep these unwanted backyard visitors away
May 13th
- How to decorate a coastal home – with Emma Sims Hilditch's expertise
- How to remove kitchen cabinets – with tips from professionals
- What not to clean with vinegar – 10 items it can harm
- How to fix a ceiling leak – a step-by-step guide
- How to keep wasps away from your porch – top tips to deter this pest for good
May 12th
- What is your home worth to you?
- How to grow dahlias – fill your garden with vibrant summer color
- How to hang drywall ceiling – expert tips for a professional finish
- How to clean tile floors – expert tips for a streak-free shine
May 11th
- Tips for painting kitchen cabinets – 17 ways to an expert finish
- How to update kitchen cabinets without replacing them
May 10th
- How often should you water indoor plants? Get it right with this expert advice
- How to stain kitchen cabinets – an expert guide
- Using baking soda in your pool – for clean, clear water
- How to remove texture from a ceiling
- Using ice to clean your garbage disposal – 4 tricks experts use in their kitchen
May 9th
- How to grow lavender – in flower borders and dry gardens
- How to plaster a ceiling – an expert guide
- The design secrets of this kitchen include a glow-in-the-dark island
- What color is graphite? How to use it in your decor
May 8th
- Tumble dryer temperature guide – knowhow for fabric care
- How to clean a paint roller – and keep it in top condition
- Flowers that attract hummingbirds – 10 of the best to plant in your yard
- Deer resistant plants – 20 flowers and shrubs that deer hate
May 7th
- How to paint a front door – for a professional finish
- How to paint a radiator – step-by-step for an expert-worthy finish
- How to wallpaper a ceiling – 5 steps for getting pro results
- How to grow a peach tree from seed – for delicious fruit
- How to get rid of clover in a lawn – for weed-free grass
- How to texture a ceiling
May 6th
- How to grow hydrangeas – when, where and how to plant and care for them
- Decorating with vases – 13 ways to create beautiful displays
- What color is slate? A popular choice for the modern home
- Using straw in the garden – to nurture plants and suppress weed growth
May 5th
- How to lay bathroom floor tiles – for a professional finish
- How to get candle wax out of jars – 3 failproof methods
- Estate emulsion vs Modern emulsion – which Farrow & Ball paint finish is best?
- How to fertilize with Epsom salts – the expert secret behind healthy plants
May 4th
- How to remove wallpaper – easy wallpaper stripping tips
- Designing children's bedrooms – 12 top tips for a timeless space
- How to grow begonias – and fill your garden with sensational color
- How to season a griddle grill for the first time – 5 steps to prepare the expert way
- How to wallpaper a corner – 5 steps for getting pro results
- Using white vinegar in laundry – to deodorize and brighten clothes quickly
May 3rd
- What color is taupe? How to use it in your decor
- A guide to matte paint – and when to use it
- Lilac color trend – experts reveal how to embrace it within interior schemes
- What color is khaki? How to use it in your decor
May 2nd
- Why style influencer Paula Sutton uses vintage furniture in her home
- How to collect zinnia seeds – for an endless supply of glorious flowers
- Painting with a roller – 10 expert tips
- Eggshell vs matte paint – what’s the difference?
May 1st
- Chef Clodagh McKenna reveals why she loves to keep bees
- How to remove a wallpaper border
- How to grow cauliflower – for a bumper crop
- How to measure for wallpaper
- How to harvest tomato seeds – grow more delicious varieties
- How to harvest sunflower seeds – for planting, eating and feeding wildlife
- How to grow eggplant – when and where to plant this tasty crop