Latest articles by Alex David
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Should you use solar lights at Christmas? 5 reasons experts say no, and what you should do instead
It's smart to wonder if you should use solar lights as Christmas lights. However, these unreliable lights could derail your entire Christmas light display
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Are lumen ratings fake? This marketing trick could mean you've been missold solar lights
Some lumen ratings are real, but shady practices mean your lights may not be as bright as they are supposed to be
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A career testing pizza ovens has proven to me that these 6 accessories are must-haves
Pizza ovens are great, but they need a few tools to operate at their best. These essential pizza oven accessories are the only pizza oven tools you need
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How to charge solar lights without sun – electrical experts reveal why it works, but warn this solar hack might not always be effective
Surprisingly, it's possible to charge solar lights indoors. I spoke to electrical experts about how to charge solar lights without sun
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Can you light a garden path with solar lights? Electrical experts reveal 3 reasons why it's a bad idea – and what to do instead
Many people wonder if you can light a walkway with solar lights, but electrical experts gave me three reasons why it never works
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Pro gardeners reveal the only pruners you should ever use
Good pruners are a garden essential. Thankfully, it's easy to find the best pruners – all pro gardeners agree that the Felco F2 are the only pair to use
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Deck lighting mistakes – decking experts reveal 7 common missteps and how to avoid them
It's hard to perfect your deck lighting, and if you get it wrong, it's an expensive mistake. I spoke to the experts about 7 common deck lighting mistakes
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How to light a fence – 5 ways to make a humble fence a little brighter
Fences are common to almost every backyard and they're almost always the most neglected feature. Here's how to light a fence for a more interesting backyard
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How to light a balcony – 4 ways to transform a small outdoor space with imaginative lighting
Here's how to light a balcony for a cozy yet practical space
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Garden path lighting mistakes – errors the experts never make, and how you can avoid making them, too
Garden paths are one one the trickiest parts your your home to light. These are the most common path lighting mistakes, and how to avoid them
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Beware of hummingbird houses – why you should avoid this product, and what to buy to help these beautiful creatures instead
Hummingbird houses are sold at all major online retailers, but they don't actually help hummingbirds. This is all you need to know about a mislabelled product
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How to light a veranda – expert advice for lighting this tricky spot
Verandasare open to the world, and the tight corners and angles can make them tricky to light. I spoke to an expert about the best way to light a veranda
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Things outdoor lighting pros never do – a landscape designer reveals 5 common lighting mistakes, and what you should do instead
I spoke to a landscape designer about the things outdoor lighting experts never do to help you work out the best way to fill your yard with beautiful lights
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Rope lights vs string lights – experts reveal which is best for your yard
Rope lights and string lights sound like the same product, but they're very different types of lighting fixtures. I spoke to lighting experts to find out more
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Felco F2 pruner deals – how to save money on the best pruners in the world
Repeated tests have shown that the Felco F2 are the best pruners you can buy. Here's how to save money on these coveted pruners
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Amazon solar light deals – how to get the best savings on string, security, and solar spotlights
There are hundreds of cheap solar light deals on Amazon for Prime Day, but many of them aren't worth buying. After years of testing, only buy these solar lights
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Everyone's rushing to buy this discounted air fryer on Amazon Prime, but is it actually any good? Here's our Breville the Smart Oven Air Fryer Toaster Oven Review
The Breville the Smart Oven Air Fryer Toaster Oven is the hottest appliance in the sales.
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I'm a gardens writer, and I've found huge discounts on potting shed organizers this Amazon Prime Day – tidy up your tools for under $15
They aren't as fancy as air fryers, but these potting shed organizer deals will save you a lot of money on a gardening essential
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Way Day solar light deals – how to get a good discount on solar lighting
The Way Day solar light deals have huge discounts on solar lights, including my favorite set of outdoor string lights
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11 things pizza chefs always do – advice from professional chefs for better homemade pizza
Pizza is deceptively hard to master, especially if you're cooking it in a kitchen oven. I spoke to experts for the things pizza chefs always do for perfect pies
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Wayfair is a great place to shop for garden tools – I'm adding these top picks to my fall gardening kit
As prices drop after summer, fall is a clever time to save on gardening essentials. You can save even more money by grabbing a deal in the Way Day sales
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8 common solar light mistakes – and how to avoid them
I spoke to a lighting pro about 8 common solar light mistakes. He revealed the most likely reasons your lights aren't working – and how to fix them
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How to buy a pizza oven – 5 expert tips to get the most out of your budget
They're one of the most expensive appliances around, so it can be hard to know how to buy a pizza oven. As a product tester, this is all you have to bear in mind
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Should you bother with a pizza oven? An expert tester reveals if they're actually worth the money
Pizza ovens can be pretty pricey, so it's smart to wonder if you should buy a one. As a product tester here's why they can - sometimes - be worth every cent
