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How to clean artwork – tips from professional painters and curators
We spoke with artists and gallery curators about whether it is worth cleaning artwork yourself or better left to the professionals
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published
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Do air purifiers help to get rid of dust? Appliance experts settle the debate
Experts explain how to use an air purifier to help with dust around your home
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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How to keep your attic at a comfortable temperature year-round
Our experts explain how to regulate the temperature of your attic regardless of fluctuations outside, so no matter the season, your attic remains comfortable
By Lola Houlton Published
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How to strip paint from wood – to refresh the surface without damage
Expert tips to help you refresh any wooden surface without damaging it. Three methods experts recommend and how to choose the best one for your project.
By Lola Houlton Last updated
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5 things you must organize in May – to start your summer right
Professional organizers share the five things you need to organize in May to get your home in top shape for the spring and summer months
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How often should a HVAC system be serviced? Expert advice for lower utility bills
Find out how often your HVAC needs servicing to keep it running smoothly and efficiently, and to avoid doing it too often.
By Dan Fauzi Published
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The best way to clean a chalkboard – professional cleaners share their tricks
Professional cleaners reveal the best way to clean a chalkboard to help you keep your children's toys and fun home walls looking like new
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to display collections without clutter – to showcase your stuff, not stash it
Professional home organizers share six ways you can display collections without clutter to help you keep your prized possessions neat and on display, rather than stashed away
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Fans vs air conditioners – which is better for cooling your home?
Expert advice on the differences between fans and air conditioners, to find out which is better for you, your home and your climate.
By Dan Fauzi Published
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The best scents for every room of your home – chosen by home fragrance experts
Scents are incredibly powerful and can set distinctive tones and transport you to different moods – here's how experts recommend using them throughout the home
By Lola Houlton Published
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6 things to declutter in May – for a fresh start in spring
Professional home organizers share the six things you should declutter in May to get your home back on track for spring and summer
By Chiana Dickson Published
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8 common water heater problems – and expert solutions on how to fix them
By understanding the root causes behind water heater issues, you can take seamless action to prevent them from progressing – and keep your appliance running smoothly
By Lola Houlton Published
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How to organize a Scandi-style kitchen – where elegant simplicity meets functionality
Professional organizers and interior designers explain how best to organize a Scandi-style kitchen, for a sophisticated and streamlined cooking space
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to check your decking for winter damage – 5 simple steps to ensure you don't overlook important warning signs
Although winter can take its toll on decking, most issues can be easily rectified if swiftly identified and dealt with – experts explain what to look out for
By Lola Houlton Published
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You should be cleaning your faucets, plumbers warn – or you run the risk of getting sick
Professional plumbers and water hygienists are warning us that we need to clean our drinking water – and there are some important health ramifications
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to create an ADHD-friendly home – for a more productive, relaxing space
8 techniques that can be used to tailor homes to the needs of those with ADHD, whether to improve focus and organization and create a more comfortable environment
By Lola Houlton Published
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How often should you vacuum carpet? Expert advice to avoid overdoing it
Here's what the experts suggest is a regular vacuum cleaning routine for carpets, to keep your floors spotless while making sure you're not overdoing it
By Dan Fauzi Published
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These are the common allergens that plague our homes – learn exactly how to combat them
Dyson's research on the science of allergies helps to uncover exactly how they exist in our homes, and what we can do to deal with them
By Dan Fauzi Published
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5 expert steps to organizing a cottagecore bedroom – to help embrace the rustic charm
Professional home organizers and interior designers share five aesthetic tips to help you organize a cottagecore bedroom that fully embraces the rustic charm
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Professional home organizers reveal how to master the eyebrow-raising 'recluttering' trend
Expert tips for creating a home with 'curated clutter' that doesn't just look untidy
By Millie Hurst Published
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Experts reveal 10 things you should never buy at an estate sale
Spend wisely: these are the things you should never buy at an estate sale, according to experts
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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Experts share their secrets for restoring historic homes to their former glory
Follow our expert tips for restoring a historic home and rescuing an older property from decay to reinstate its original features
By Alison Jones Published
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3 clever organization hacks to help you transition your wardrobe from winter to summer
These clever organization hacks will help you swap out your heavy layers in time for Summer
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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The 5 golden rules of cleaning wood cabinets – simple steps to make them shine
Discover how to clean wood cabinets to remove dust, grease and grime in only five simple steps; plus, we share our five golden rules for cleaning wooden cabinetry
By Thomas Litten Published
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Experts share their secrets for separating trash from treasure at an estate sale
From timing your visit to picking through the items, these are expert estate sale tips for separating trash from treasure
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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Complete these 5 tasks before summer arrives for a tidier and cleaner home
Get these areas prepped for the warmer weather, or sort them out after a long winter of use…
By Amy Hunt Published
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Never throw these 6 things out when decluttering – learn how to organize them instead
Though decluttering is essential for an organized home, it’s important not to act too rashly. Here's how to organize certain items instead of throwing them out
By Amy Hunt Published
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How to wash dog beds – 6 steps that go beyond the lint roller
Professional cleaners and pet experts explain how to wash dog beds properly to keep your home and your pets healthy and minimize bad odors
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to get rid of rodents in walls – 5 foolproof steps to evict these pests humanely
While getting rodents out of your walls without having to break through them may seem impossible at first, it's a relatively simple process with these steps
By Lola Houlton Published