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If you love to cook, these 5 vital kitchen sanitizing tasks are non-negotiables for your creations to taste their best – trust me, I'm a professional cleaner
Quality food isn't just about the ingredients
By Karina Toner Published
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How to get the most from your vacuum cleaner – expert tips on use and maintenance
Use your vacuum well for longer
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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How to wash, dry, and care for blankets and throws – our ultimate expert guide to avoid damage and musty smells
Freshen up and store your blankets to perfection with professional insight
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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If your houseplant leaves are turning brown, the problem might be lurking in your tap water – here's what you should be using instead
Water from our kitchen faucets often contains chemicals that harm plant growth
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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I'm a professional organizer, and this is how to Organize Yourself Healthy – you'll 'feel lighter, calmer, and more aligned with what matters most'
Enjoy your home, sleep better, and feel less stressed
By Di Ter Avest Published
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5 ways to attract wildlife to your yard in fall – they're all easy (and even free) to do
Just because your garden is slowing down in fall, it doesn't mean it's time to stop supporting wildlife
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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7 tubular flowers to never deadhead in September – these plants are a late-summer lifeline for migrating hummingbirds on their epic journey south
Help migrating hummingbirds this month by putting the shears back in the shed
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Move over, pistachio – Joanna Gaines’ forest green kitchen and tableware is my fall 2025 must-have, and I wouldn't decorate with anything else
Elevate your kitchen and dining table with the warmth and depth of forest green
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Plants to grow around a bird feeder – experts recommend 7 top picks that offer extra benefits to our feathered friends
Surround your feeder with these plants for a beautiful, wildlife-friendly haven
By Holly Crossley Published
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Kitchen utensils jamming your drawers? Shoppers love this 'perfect' Joseph Joseph utensil store for instant mess-busting
It's easy to clean, too
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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'Don’t stress about spaces you rarely enter' – pro organizers reveal why you should make peace with your home's 'dumping grounds' and the only time you should worry
Manageable dumping grounds are OK to have
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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'It's serving absolutely no purpose' – I decluttered my parents' hectic attic for the first time in years, and immediately got rid of these 3 things
It was time to restore order after decades of chaos
By Chiana Dickson Published
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5 hedge plants that thrive on neglect – these easy-going and beautiful boundary shrubs love to be ignored, say garden experts
These fuss-free hedge plants are sure to elevate the perimeter of your plot
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Looking to redecorate your sleep space? Shea McGee shares her 3 design tips for creating 'a curated and beautiful' bedroom
From furniture to decor, Shea's simple design rules for designing the perfect bedroom couldn't be easier to implement
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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7 seeds to order in September – get ahead of a busy gardening season by purchasing these seeds now
Sowing seeds in fall will set you up for an abundant spring
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Designing with dahlias: our expert-led guide to creating a show-stopping dahlia table arrangement
Dahlias are the queens of late-summer blooms, and they deserve the professional treatment
By Rachel Bull Published
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6 perennials you should never grow in pots or containers if you want to maximise their potential – even if it is tempting
Not every plant is happy with living its life bound to a container – are you unnecessarily restricting your favorite perennial?
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Published
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How to clean and care for a mattress protector without damaging it – our ultimate expert guide
Banish stains, odors, and allergens easily with tips from our cleaning, laundry, and bedding pros
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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7 plants to never prune in September – a professional gardener's take on the flowers and shrubs not to trim (or risk killing them)
Keep the pruning shears in the garden shed this month, or risk damaging these popular plants
By Thomas Rutter Published
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I've spent 250 hours testing vacuums, and this tiny $4 sewing tool is the king of safely removing pesky wrapped hair in seconds
It easily snips wrapped hair without damaging your vacuum
By Dan Fauzi Published
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All the most stylish kitchens I am seeing right now have stainless steel countertops – but are they a good choice as well as an on-trend one?
Discover the pros and cons of this metallic finish, as well as how timeless it really is for your kitchen design
By Molly Malsom Published
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'It's a dream come true' – this vintage dishware trend is Joanna Gaines-approved, and it's not just for summer
Joanna Gaines swears by vintage blue and white tableware – here's how to make it work on your table
By Martha Davies Published
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Is it necessary to deadhead sweet William? Expert advice for thriving flowers that look good all summer long
Keep your flower beds in tip-top shape through to the fall
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Professional cleaners say my simple dirt test is a great ‘quick confidence check’ before visitors arrive
There is one caveat to this visual check
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Say goodbye to awkward and messy corner cabinets – this 'just brilliant' $30 Joseph Joseph organizer instantly turns chaos to calm
Plus, it's easy to assemble
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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‘I felt completely sick’ – water damage wreaked $80,000 of 'havoc' and months of 'painful' repairs on this devastated homeowner
Plumbing issues turned a dream addition into a nightmare
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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If you love creating cozy interiors, you need these 5 houseplants for fall color – experts reveal how to care for them easily
Infuse warmth into your rooms with these red, orange, and yellow-leafed plants
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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What’s the best color for your bathroom vanity? 9 shades designers always choose for a truly timeless design
Trust us – the right color for your bathroom vanity can make a huge difference to your overall scheme
By Molly Malsom Last updated
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Interior designers say these are the 5 best Benjamin Moore colors for your bathroom – they're the perfect base for a timeless design
From warm neutrals to rich, earthy hues, these are the Benjamin Moore bathroom colors designers never tire of
By Molly Malsom Published