Latest articles by Lola Houlton
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5 design and color lessons we've learnt from this tiny but perfect kitchen
This mini kitchen may be small but it's big on personality – its design details and bold color schemes mitigating its compact proportions
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Soil health – the ultimate guide
Soil health is vital to allowing plants to flourish – take care of it and it will provide all the nutrients, root support, oxygen and water your plants need
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How to get rid of mice
Mouse in the house? If you need to know how to get rid of mice, never fear – there are plenty of natural ways to take control
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How to get rid of squirrels
Had enough of squirrels invading your garden? Here's how to get rid of squirrels – without harming them
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Permaculture gardening – a guide to a no-dig garden
A permaculture garden is a design that mimics nature so that you can garden organically, encourage the right wildlife and have a low-maintenance yard all in one hit
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How to get rid of Japanese knotweed
Japanese knotweed can spread like wildfire. Here’s how to identify it and banish it from your garden forever
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6 design tips we learnt from deVOL's Creative Director's colorful kitchen
Helen Parker is deVOL's creative director – and she has a kitchen we couldn't wait to investigate...
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How to get rid of carpenter bees
If carpenter bees are heading for your garden structures, tell them to buzz off. After all, let’s face it, no-one likes a borer
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Samsung Airdresser review
From drying clothes to removing odors and creases from pieces you've worn, the Samsung Airdresser is designed to cut down on visits to the dry cleaner. We tested it thoroughly – and this is how we got on
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