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The Non-Toxic Trick For Refreshing Sour Bath Mats and Towels Quickly Is Hiding In Your Pantry, Reveal Laundry Pros
Musty smells happen more easily in the damp and cold of winter
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to Grow Russian Sage in Pots, for a Beautiful, Fragrant Perennial That Pollinators Adore
Enhance a deck, patio, or balcony with our expert guide to growing this herb in containers
By Drew Swainston Published
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This 2-Minute DIY Rule Keeps Home Maintenance Under Control – Plus 3 Easy Tasks to Do Today
Quick, easy, and protective of your home, there's nothing to lose by trying these
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Your ‘Red Peace Lily’ Isn’t Quite What You Think – It’s Actually an Anthurium and one Plant Expert Says It’s Important to Know the Difference if You Want Long-Lasting Blooms
They may be similar in appearance, but these are two entirely different plants
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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I Stopped Ruining Sweaters Thanks to This $24 Foldaway Drying Rack – No More Shrinking or Stretching
Shoppers are buying up to seven and stacking for added functionality
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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7 Best Colors Designers Say You Should Use to Make Your Home Feel Fresh, Light and Spring-Ready
From airy sky blues to uplifting lilacs, these are the colors to bring freshness to your home post-holidays
By Emily Moorman Published
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'They'll Ruin Your Compost, Smell and Attract Bacteria' – 10 Everyday Items that Should Never Go in Your Compost Bin, And What to Do With Them Instead
If you compost at home, keep these things away from your bin
By Ciéra Cree Published
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Can You Mulch in January? A Pro Gardener Reveals When it Works – and When it Doesn't
How to get mulching right in January to avoid damaging the soil and your plants
By Drew Swainston Published
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Say Goodbye to Musty Entryway Smells With a Quick Vacuuming Trick – It Works Wonders for Stuffy Spaces
This hidden spot in your entryway could be causing that musty smell you hate, but can't pinpoint
By Chiana Dickson Published
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My Boiler Broke and I Don’t Have Heating – 7 Ways I’m Surviving the Cold at Home Until It’s Fixed
January brings the highest rate of broken boilers all year. Here are the immediate comfort tips to bridge the gap till yours is fixed
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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If you Want a Natural Way to Purify Your Home, Get Yourself a Peace Lily – Scientists Say It’s one of the Best Plants for Removing Toxins from the Air
Just make sure to keep on top of care so it can perform its purifying duties
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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I'm a Professional Organizer, and Vision Board Decluttering Unlocks Easier Streamlining Sessions All Year
It acts as a filter for decisions, making decluttering easier
By Patty Morrissey Published
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Mixing Old and New: The Secrets to Creating a Home That Feels Curated, Balanced, and Effortlessly Lived-In
Balance is everything, particularly when mixing old and new, and a room can only handle so many bold moments
By Katie Harbison Published
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I Turned Cleaning Into a Game for My Neurodivergent Mind – I Was Amazed at How Easy it Made Boring Chores
Who said games are just for children?
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I Finally Perfected My Indoor Gardening Capsule Toolkit – These 9 Essentials Are All You Need to Master Plant Care in 2026
These high-quality gadgets really work and cater to every indoor gardening need
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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The Very British Edit: Short Days and Low Light Don’t Have to Mean Dreary Interiors – A Few Key Pieces Transformed My Home Into a Winter Haven
Make the most of winter light with a few thoughtful pieces that brighten your home and lift your mood all season
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Did you Know Copper Tools are Actually Good for your Garden? 6 of the Best for a Holistic (and Stylish) Yard
We think it’s time to take that copper cookware obsession outdoors
By Rachel Bull Published
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Stop January Garbage Can Smells with This Easy Frozen Lemon Trick Cleaning Pros Swear By
It’s a natural deodorizer and sanitizer that will work hard in the background to combat odors amplified by winter snags
By Karina Toner Published
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Plant Experts Say These 5 Mistakes Are the Biggest Killers of Peace Lilies – and Most People Don't Realize They're Making Them
Luckily, the experts have advice on how to avoid these errors
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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I’ve Spent Countless Winters Pruning Hedges – These Are the 7 Deciduous Hedges You Can Trim in January
When the weather isn't freezing, it's time to give your hedges a trim
By Drew Swainston Published
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The One Lockable Storage Item Professional Organizers Say Homeowners Often Forget When Planning a New Bathroom – But Shouldn’t
Prioritize safety when streamlining your storage solutions
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Stop Breathing Harmful Air from This Common Bedroom Item While You Sleep – Experts Say to Remove It Now
Over 75 percent of households are making this toxic mistake, experts warn
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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This $39 Adjustable and Sleek Joseph Joseph Shoe Rack Solves Winter Shoe Pileups in Compact Entryways
It's quick to assemble and adjustable for better functionality in your space from one season to the next
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Get a Head Start on Your Spring Garden – 7 Jobs to Do This Month that Will Set You Up for a Strong Season
All of these January gardening jobs offer big wins for the year ahead
By Drew Swainston Published
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Waking Up With a Dry Mouth? HVAC Pros Reveal the Best Nighttime Humidity Level for Your Bedroom in Winter
Say goodbye to having a dry mouth overnight and a sore throat every morning
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Feng Shui Experts Say a White Bird of Paradise Attracts Ambition and Success in Work and Life – Especially if You Place It in These Areas of Your Home
And if you place it in the wrong spot, it could hinder your success
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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The ‘Just One Song’ Organizing Method Made Tidying in January Fun – It Left My Chosen Zone Effortlessly Clear
'Movement plus music plus accomplishment is a powerful combo,' says our professional organizer
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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5 Winter Garden Clichés that Garden Designers Never Use – and What They Suggest you Try Instead
How professionals avoid overused ideas in winter to design a more creative garden space
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Own Less Without Being a Minimalist – 3 Simple Shifts That Mean Less Clutter and Easier Cleaning in 2026
Thinking differently about what you own, and what you buy, is the key to a more streamlined home, experts say
By Chiana Dickson Published
