Advice Archive | October 2023 | Homes and Gardens

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October 31st
- How do you design a home that never dates? 5 simple tips from designers to always follow
- How to declutter a fridge – 6 steps to clear out your cold storage
- Washing machine mistakes – 5 common trip-ups make laundry day harder
- How to get rid of gophers – experts recommend traps, barriers and repellents
- Is it worth going bespoke with your interiors? Designer Joy Moyler talks us through where to invest
- How to declutter Halloween decorations – 5 tips from the pros
- 5 things I’ve learned from inheriting a large backyard
- What not to do with oven cleaner – 6 things you must avoid to prevent damaging your home
- How to winterize tree ferns – two ways to protect these tropical plants from frost
October 30th
- Organizing your kitchen in November – 7 areas to edit this month
- How to style a living room end table – 6 ideas from interior designers
- The best DIY cleaning solutions – professional cleaners share their secrets
- How to brighten up a windowless bathroom – 9 ways to keep yours from the dark side
- I'm a professional home organizer and these are my 4 golden rules for a clutter-free guest bedroom
- This is how you should stage a walk-in pantry (because buyers will notice)
- 5 rules to follow to enhance natural light in a small, dark entryway
- 8 plants to bring indoors in November – to overwinter and keep safe from frost
- How to style alcoves – 10 easy tips from interior designers
- How to repot an orchid – 4 steps to healthy, long-lasting blooms
October 29th
- 8 plants to prune in November for healthy trees, shrubs, and perennials
- How to set yourself up for a successful decluttering session – 10 ways to achieve clear results
- Neglecting your greenhouse this winter? Here are 11 ways it can keep your yard productive during the colder months
- How to attract woodpeckers – 3 wildlife-friendly tips to try in your backyard
- 4 interior designers on their favorite kitchen projects (and tips on how to make yours a success)
- How to style a nightstand – 10 simple tricks from interior designers
- 'The biggest mistake is to eschew color altogether' – 5 family room paint colors going out of style in 2024
October 28th
- We asked 7 interior designers to share their favorite living room remodels – here are the fabulous projects they picked
- Owl nest boxes – an expert guide for adding one to your backyard
- 7 flowers to sow in November – seeds and bulbs to plant this month for gorgeous displays in spring and beyond
- Do you know why cleaning cloths come in different colors? This industry trick is the secret to a truly hygienic home
- These are the best colors to choose for your bedroom carpet, according to designers
- How to repel ladybugs – 5 tried-and-tested tricks to avoid an infestation
- 6 gooseberry growing mistakes to avoid for lush, plentiful berries
- Things to declutter in November – 7 things to clear out for a new start
October 27th
- Do I need underfloor heating in the bathroom?
- How to prevent mice from getting into your house, according to experts
- How do I mix storage and display in the living room? 7 artful tips from experts
- 5 things people with nice-smelling garden rooms always do
- 6 Signs it's time to replace your pots and pans, according to experts
- How to clean gas fireplace glass – essential steps for a safe and satisfying clean
- How often should you dethatch a lawn? Expert tips for healthy turf
- 6 things you shouldn’t keep on kitchen counters – items to declutter and store now
- 5 best warm white paints, as chosen by interior designers
- 6 fruit tree pruning mistakes that will affect your harvest – and expert advice on how to avoid them
October 26th
- 8 Signs it's time to replace your air fryer, according to appliance experts
- 5 Items cluttering your bedside table that are impacting your sleep
- The best way to clean a bathroom floor – with zero scrubbing
- How to winterize fig trees – to keep them safe until spring
- Experts share their best advice for an eco-friendly kitchen remodel
- How to get your home guest-ready for the holidays – 8 ways to make friends and family feel welcome
- 5 things people with nice-smelling half bathrooms always do
- 5 best colors for an entryway carpet, according to interior designers
- What to do with fallen leaves – why not use them to protect your plants in winter?
October 25th
- 7 ways designers make an entryway feel cozy, for the warmest of welcomes
- How to get a kitchen ready for hosting – interior designer on how they prep this key space in their own homes
- Round vs rectangular dining room tables – which one is best for your space?
- When is the best time to clean gutters? Our experts have the answers
- 5 colors that will make your bedroom feel calmer, according to designers
- How to save basil seeds – to grow new herbs for free
- How to make letting go of stuff easier – decluttering experts share their tricks
- How to prune blueberries to get the best crop – no matter the age of the plant
October 24th
- This is the easiest trick to elevate a boring bathroom, according to an interior designer
- This is how to layer rugs, according to interior designers
- How to warm up a white living room – 5 ways interior designers soften a monochromatic space
- How to keep a clean home when you have pets – our ultimate guide to living with furry friends
- Will dark cabinets make a kitchen too dark? 5 designer tips on making moody shades work
- Here's how to use the lotus symbol in Feng Shui to upgrade your home
- When to prune limelight hydrangeas – and expert trimming tips for fantastic blooms
- How to conquer the dreaded junk drawer – 4 steps from experts organizers
- How to overwinter canna bulbs – expert advice on how to store these vivacious blooms
- 5 items cluttering your desk space that are hindering your productivity
October 23rd
- 7 cleaning rules for a windowless bathroom – tips to keep it fresh and mold-free
- Why your washing machine lies to you – and why it’s actually a good thing
- Why is my spider plant dying? Experts reveal the common causes and solutions
- How to prevent dust on furniture – 3 quick time-saving solutions
- When to prune grape vines – expert advice to get the ‘critical’ timing right
- How often should you dust your bedroom?
October 22nd
- How to design a pantry – 5 ways to create an organized cook space
- 10 best honeysuckles – for fragrance and flowers even in winter
- How to use the chrysanthemum symbol in Feng Shui to enhance your home
- 9 tree mistakes – and expert ways to avoid them
- 6 things people with nice-smelling entryways never do
- 5 heat-retaining tricks I use to keep my house warm without turning up the heat
- How to stop mice from eating your sweet peas – so you can grow an abundance of blooms
- When to plant raspberries – the best times for bare-root and pot-grown plants
- How to warm up white walls – 7 simple tips to make this cool neutral cozier
October 21st
- When and how to prune blackcurrants for guaranteed bumper crops
- How to winterize peonies: keep these beautiful plants safe when temperatures drop
- 7 of the best native grasses – to add drama and movement to your yard
- 5 things people with nice-smelling den rooms always do
- Why are my glasses going cloudy in the dishwasher?
- This is how to use the orchid symbol in Feng Shui inside your home
- Front yard improvements experts say will add value to your home – and what to avoid
- Yes, you can make apple cider vinegar in a juicer – here's how
- 5 essential steps to a dust-free entryway, recommended by professional cleaners
October 20th
- 8 way to mix and match materials in the home, according to interior designer Shalini Misra
- 7 Items to add to a family room to make it feel more organized – according to experts
- 5 important lessons I have learned from decorating a small apartment
- How the 'last-things-first' method helps me to keep my house clean and my mind stress-free
- How to get rid of dust in the bathroom – 5 steps to a spotless space
- 5 questions to ask yourself before you forgo upper kitchen cabinets
- 5 places you definitely aren’t cleaning, but absolutely should – according to professional cleaners
- 5 ways you didn't know smart lighting can improve your living space and wellbeing
- When to prune burning bush to keep these dramatic shrubs looking their best
- A new helping hand – how your broadband can make your home run even smarter
- The 'five stages' of clutter – and why they are important to avoid overwhelm
- Green manures: the easy, eco-friendly way to improve your soil
October 19th
- Decorating with gold – 5 beautiful ways to give your home the Midas touch
- 7 ways to use decor to boost your mood – and avoid SAD this fall
- 5 ways to draft-proof a bathroom – expert tips that you can do yourself
- 5 colors that will make your living room feel happier, according to interior designers
- The 3 home items people never want to declutter – but you absolutely should
- How to make a guest bedroom look more expensive – interior designers share their secrets
- 7 ways to draft-proof an entryway – keeping your home cozy and energy costs low
- These 5 dire dusting mistakes are making your home dirtier, cleaners say
- How to propagate chrysanthemums – to grow more of these fall favorites for free
- How deep to plant bulbs – get the depth right to guarantee your blooms
October 18th
- 7 Expert tips to consider before a remodel – ensure your project runs smoothly with these planning considerations
- How far should your coffee table be from your couch?
- 5 outdated dining room trends designers warn to avoid
- When should you start decorating for Christmas?
- How to prune succulents – top tips for cutting back trailing, leggy and damaged plants
- Is anti-condensation paint worth it? Home improvement experts share their thoughts
- When to replace a vacuum – 6 signs appliance experts always look out for
- 8 things people with nice-smelling powder rooms always do
- DIY lavender rug and carpet freshener – 6 steps to make and use it
- How to grow a giant pumpkin – 6 vital steps to maximize the size of your crops
October 17th
- 'Don't let it become too much' – How to clean your house when you're too busy
- I'm an interior designer – these are 5 mudroom design rules I swear by
- How to enjoy a chore-free weekend – 6 midweek must-dos for a relaxing weekend break
- What is prairie planting? And how to make this naturalistic look work in your backyard
- 3 delightful benefits of 'floating' a couch, according to designers
- The biggest attic safety concerns and how to ensure yours is safe
- Every pro host cleans these 10 areas before guests arrive – here's their essential checklist you can complete with ease at home
- How to master the art of cloud pruning – pro tips and tools for the job
October 16th
- 5 color lessons we have learned from this luxuriously layered member's club
- 6 outdated rules you can break when designing a loft apartment
- 7 places to declutter before Christmas – from streamlining your pantry and playroom, to bringing order to your office for a fresh start to the New Year
- When to harvest goji berries – and why the professionals wait before picking these fruits
- How to winterize a sprinkler system – 4 key steps recommended by irrigation experts
October 15th
- How to harvest pumpkin seeds – expert ways for saving seeds to plant and store
- How to plant blueberries – for healthy shrubs and delicious fruit
- The most expensive appliances to run – according to the energy experts
- I tried The Minimalists' 'out in the open' rule and it's given me the decluttering bug
- Why is my snake plant dying? Pro tips to help a struggling sansevieria
- 7 frost hardy plants that put on a show even through cold winters
- H&G’s Feng Shui expert explains how to use peach blossom energy to attract romance
October 14th
- What to do with juice pulp – 10 fiber-rich recipes which reduce waste
- How to grow Asian pears – experts reveal their tips for cultivating this juicy delicacy
- I tried the 10-10-10 decluttering challenge – and it tackled a serious build-up of stressful clutter
- 5 simple ways designers use mirrors to make a room look bigger
- How to drift plant with bulbs – expert advice for creating a sensational floral carpet this spring
- Winter plants for privacy – 10 resilient choices for natural screening
- How to get organized for Christmas – 9 ways to take the stress out of the season
- 10 of the best perennials to plant in fall – for sensational summer flowers year-after-year
- 6 things minimalists never have in a kitchen – and what to use instead
October 13th
- 6 things people with nice-smelling sunrooms always do
- I made some changes to my parents’ home in France – now we have 3 new trinket rules
- How to attract owls to your yard – 3 pro ways to welcome these beautiful birds
- How to make an air mattress more comfortable – 5 tips to elevate an air bed
- 'It's not effective' – the spider deterrent trick pest control pros say to avoid
- 5 things minimalists never have in a bathroom – and what to use instead
October 12th
- My easy 15-minute bathroom cleaning and organizing routine
- 8 things minimalists never have in a living room – according to interior designers
- 8 things people with nice-smelling pantries always do
- How to keep opossums away – 5 humane hacks approved by experts
- How to fertilize orchids for healthy indoor plants – and the best feeds to use
- 7 signs it’s time to stop decluttering – according to professional organizers
- What are the best paint colors for rooms without much natural light? We asked the experts
- How to save watermelon seeds – according to a grow your own expert
October 11th
- Professional home organizers say this is how to create an effective bathroom overflow
- 7 things people with nice-smelling hallways always do – according to experts
- How to grow spring cabbages – everything you need to know for a bumper crop
- How to think like a professional home organizer – according to the experts themselves
- 6 easy tricks I use at home to prevent dust – for a consistently clean space
- How to encourage your family to declutter – 5 convincing tips to steal from professional organizers
- 8 clever storage ideas for increased accessibility at home, as shared by designers
October 10th
- How to make decluttering fun – 7 simple solutions to make it less of a chore
- Best brambles – 8 easygoing options for berries and blooms
- How to grow turmeric – get fresh harvests of this superfood by growing it outdoors or indoors
October 9th
- Bold ways to decorate your rental property that are landlord-approved
- Getting rid of stink bugs – home remedies to banish them for good
- How to organize snacks – five storage solutions to keep snacks fresh
- Best way to get mud out of carpet – and the mistakes that will ruin it
- How to plant for home security – 8 ways to protect your property and enhance your landscaping too
- How to prune a snake plant – 4 simple steps to healthy houseplants
October 8th
- Balsam fir care and growing guide – expert tips for these evergreen trees
- How do I make a guest bedroom look beautiful? 5 ways to create a delightful, fun, and attractive space
- What colors go with dark green? 9 failsafe combinations for this nature-inspired hue
- 10 best varieties of narcissi bulbs to plant now – garden experts share their top picks
- What is the most low-maintenance kitchen countertop? Knowhow from the experts
- How to keep store-bought herbs alive indoors – 5 tips for freshness and flavor
- 7 trees to prune in October – and how much to remove
October 7th
- My 5 golden rules for a clutter-free bedroom, as a professional home organizer
- 7 best plants for seedheads – for enduring drama in the winter months
- 8 items to never clean with bleach – according to cleaning professionals
- 8 native wildflowers to sow in October for a patch of meadow next spring
- Terrarium care – expert advice on how to look after these miniature botanical beauties
- I use this simple method to get the right-sized drawer organizers – and it works every time
- 5 common firewood storage mistakes – that make logs burn less effectively
- 7 lawn care tasks for October – essential jobs to do this month
October 6th
- How to organize a big attic – 7 expert tips for making storage or living space functional
- I’m an interiors editor, and these are the most aesthetically pleasing organizing tricks I’ve come across
- Tips for storage in a small attic – how to protect your belongings and maximize space
- Should I air my bedding every morning? This warning from experts is worth heeding
- What is the most durable kitchen countertop material? Experts advise on the best investment
- When to plant anemone bulbs – the right time for spring and summer-flowering types
- Smart home must-haves – the 8 smart products to upgrade your home and lifestyle
- How to save cucumber seeds – for planting a new crop in your yard
- The 'decluttering burst' method – experts explain what it is and when to use it
October 5th
- I’m a shopping writer – these are the best curtains you can buy
- Best bed storage ideas – experts share the smartest solutions
- It's not a 'one and done' – Kon-Mari method mistakes to avoid for a truly organized home
- How to polish flatware to perfection – professional cleaners share their secrets
- Experts share the best plants for infusing subtle scent into your home
- Why is my ZZ plant turning yellow? Simple advice for this common houseplant problem
- How to get rid of cluster flies – simple expert-approved methods to banish these pests
- When to prune raspberries – know your type to get the timing right
- How to make a dining room look classy – 7 ways to elevate your dining space on a budget
- What to do with the items you are decluttering – to avoid 'decluttered' piles in the hallway
October 4th
- 6 organizing tricks to make laundry easier – according to laundry experts
- How to grow Jerusalem artichokes – tips from an experienced vegetable grower
- How many people can sit around your dining table? Interior designers decide
- Houseplants that banish condensation – and how to care for them
- How to propagate pothos – this easy technique gave me two new houseplants for free
October 3rd
- How to increase natural light in your entryway – 8 pro-endorsed solutions that experts love
- The first things to consider when remodeling a kitchen – designers advise on where to begin
- I’m a shopping writer – these are the best napkins to buy this hosting season
- These ‘vampire’ appliances are secretly costing you money, according to energy experts
- 8 tea storage ideas to organize your inventory from professional organizers
- How to store tote bags – 4 ways pros keep their collections under control
- Children’s book storage ideas – 7 creative ways to keep them neat
- How to grow muscadine grapes – tips for successful planting, pruning and propagation
- How to organize a basement – 5 essential tips from professionals
- 10 best varieties of allium bulbs to plant now – for showstopping spring flowers
October 2nd
- Turn off the big light – these are the best lightbulbs for a warm glow
- How to fix a slow-draining sink – expert solutions
- 7 bad cleaning habits cleaners urge you to break now
- H&G's interiors therapist says 'bad manners' can cost you your dream home
- 7 plants to prune in October – these flowers and trees could do with your attention
- When to winterize a sprinkler system – expert tips to save costly problems
October 1st
- 5 pumpkin carving hacks to make holiday decorating simpler and safer
- 5 simple tips from Shea McGee on how to expertly choose furniture
- How to plant a bulb lawn – 6 steps to recreating this fall gardening trend
- 8 crops to harvest in October – a selection of this month’s best vegetable garden offerings
- How to grow goji berries – expert advice for cultivating succulent wolfberries
- Should you place a rug under a bed? The verdict from interiors professionals
- 8 of the best plants to take cuttings from right now – for healthier plants and even more blooms
- How to increase natural light in your bedroom – experts advise