
Andy van Terheyden
With more than a decade of experience writing news, lifestyle, consumer, and human interest articles for a wide range of national and international publications, Andy is a highly-qualified journalist writing features for the national press. From front porch to backyard, attic to basement, Andy has written about every area of the home. He specialises in bringing together the best industry expertise to answer all of your most pressing home and garden questions about seasonal and everyday cleaning, decluttering, organizing and DIY.
Latest articles by Andy van Terheyden
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 Extend the lifespan of your appliance with 5 simple but crucial washing machine maintenance tipsFrom cleaning the filters to keeping the door open, experts reveal the washer tips they swear by By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 5 surprising but brilliant ways to clean with old socks – from perfectly buffing stainless steel to deterring pests naturally and moreTackle dust in tricky corners, clean your mirrors and even banish bad odors with those rogue single socks By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 6 things you should never throw in the trash – and what to do for safe disposal insteadFrom batteries to space heaters, experts reveal what not to throw By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 6 essential money-saving spring cleaning hacks – save as you spruceSpring cleaning doesn’t need to come with a hefty price tag By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to clean a balcony in 5 simple steps – refresh yours and enjoy the spring sunshine with our expert guideFrom railings to furniture, experts reveal how to bring your balcony back to life By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 7 kitchen cleaning mistakes you're making – and what professional cleaners urge you to do insteadWant to know how to deep clean a kitchen with ease? These tips are all you need By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 6 things people with clean sunrooms always do – expert tips to make the most of your sunroom this springFrom dusting the tracks to rotating fabrics, these are the simple steps to a sparkling sunroom By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 Spring is the perfect time to do an 'expiration sweep' decluttering session across your home, professional organizers sayFrom pantries, to medicine cabinets and beauty products, the time is nigh to get rid of expired items in your home By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to safely and responsibly dispose of your old home appliances – and the one thing experts warn you should never doAvoid fines, damage to the environment, and lethal electrical charges By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 The landlord's ultimate cleaning checklist – tackle these 12 crucial grime hotspots before handing over keysMaking sure these areas are properly cleaned will help set the tone for the tenancy By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 7 things people with clean windows always do – and why sunshine is the enemyFrom dusting first to cleaning when it's cloudy – expert tips for sparkling glass year-round By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 People with clean patios always do these 5 things – start enjoying your refreshed patio this spring with our expert tipsFrom pressure washing to protecting furniture, make your patio shine this spring with our expert tips By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 These are the 6 easy and effective things people with clean driveways always do in spring – expert home maintenance tips to spruce up your drivewayFrom tackling spills to sealing surfaces, these are the simple steps to a dazzling driveway By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 'A hotspot for germs' – 6 effective ways to keep your kitchen sponge sanitized to prevent bacterial buildup that could otherwise make you sickKeeping cleaning tools clean is a must to avoid illness, experts warn By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to banish bathroom smells for good – cleaning pros reveal 8 simple tasks they swear by for a 'heavenly' bathroomFrom declogging the drains to using odor-eaters and more By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to declutter a kitchen like a pro – 5 simple steps from home organizing experts that will seriously streamline your kitchenCooking will be easier and more enjoyable in a highly functional space By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 The 5 best germ-fighting essential oils for tackling household cleaning naturally – these are the sanitizing superheroes industry pros swear byBanish bacteria and refresh your home By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 6 hidden places pests love to harbor their young – pest control experts reveal how to stop colony growth in your homeYou can stop pests breeding in your home By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 8 everyday items you can clean with olive oil at home – cleaning experts say it's 'nature's WD-40'From scissors to squeaky hinges, cleaning pros reveal the wonders olive oil can work around your home By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 7 'bad energy culprits' Feng Shui experts warn never to store in your home – and what to do insteadFrom sharp knives on kitchen counters to framed pictures above your headboard, banish bad energy with these pro tips By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 7 things professional organizers never do when decluttering their own homes – and what you should do insteadTidy the right way by swerving these common mistakes By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 7 quick things people with clean bedrooms always do to bolster sleep and reduce stressFrom making the bed to clearing the air, there are simple steps you can take daily for stress-free slumber By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 6 golden rules for a clutter-free entryway and how a 'landing pad' is crucial, say expertsProfessional organizers reveal their top tips for an organized entryway By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to clear visual clutter in the bedroom in 5 simple steps – experts say decluttering will enhance your sleepTransform bedroom chaos to calm with these decluttering tips By Andy van Terheyden Published 
