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Smart washing machines: What are they and do I need one?
Smart washing machines are very much a buzzword among white goods manufacturers right now, but what are they and do you really need the features they offer? Read on to find out
By Verity Burns •
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Gardening for beginners: 18 ways to get your green space started
Gardening for beginners is easier than you think – especially if you read our guide first
By Anna Cottrell •
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Using a vacuum cleaner: 20 useful but unusual ways to whizz through the cleaning
If you're not using a vacuum cleaner for more than just running over your floors, you are missing a trick. There are all sorts of weird ways to use a vacuum cleaner that make cleaning and housework just that little bit easier. Use this guide to using a vacuum cleaner to blast through your to do list
By Lucy Searle •
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How to clean a mirror
Want to know how to clean a mirror? Make those mirrors sparkle with the help of our tips
By Lesley Hannaford Hill •
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Homemade candles: how to turn your tins into gorgeous decorations
Create your own homemade candles with these easy to follow steps...
By Hebe Hatton •
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How to use chalk paint to transform furniture
Check out how to use chalk paint to update and customise a baby's changing table – or any other piece of furniture for that matter...
By Hebe Hatton •
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Garden borders: 24 ideas for planting schemes
Use these garden borders as inspiration to ensure your garden is in full bloom year round
By Matt James •
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How to repair a washing machine: 13 reasons it might be doing a bad job
How to repair a washing machine? If yours isn't working properly, your appliance might not be the only thing to blame. Use these tips to troubleshoot
By Lucy Searle •
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Sloping garden ideas: landscaping and design tips
These sloping garden ideas will help you transform a space that can be difficult into an intricately designed garden. Here's some advice from Real Homes' garden expert Matt James on how to make the most of a sloping garden
By Matt James •
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How to lay a gravel path
Laying a gravel path is easy and inexpensive. DIY expert Helaine Clare shows how to lay out and edge a new gravel path with professional looking results
By Helaine Clare •
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Best hallway flooring: a buyer's guide
The best hallway flooring needs to be both functional and good-looking. Find out how to choose hallway flooring that best suits your lifestyle – and decorating scheme
By Sarah Warwick •
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5G: a 5 minute guide
What is 5G? Why do we need it? How can we make the most of it? Read the most basic guide to the latest cellular network technology in our low-jargon lowdown
By Lindsey Davis •
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Cheap garden ideas: 18 ways to save money on your garden design
Looking for cheap garden ideas? Whether you're updating an existing garden or doing a complete redesign on a budget, we've got tips for making your garden look great
By Lucy Searle •
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Autumn garden: 14 best plants to add seasonal colour
An autumn garden is all about enjoying the deep reds, yellows, and oranges, and these are the plants that really pack a colourful autumnal punch
By Leigh Clapp •
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Poisonous plants for dogs: avoid them and keep your garden dog friendly
Wonder what poisonous plants for dogs to watch out for? Keep your garden safe for your pet by avoiding these common poisonous plants – and planting dog-friendly ones
By Anna Cottrell •
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Structural engineer: do you need one for your extension or renovation?
What is a structural engineer and does your extension or renovation need one? Find out everything you need to know here
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to make a DIY plant stand
Want a plant stand for your garden, living space or even bathroom? You can make a DIY plant stand for next to nothing, customised to your home's colour scheme
By Amelia Smith •
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How to clean terracotta floor tiles
Find out how to clean terracotta floor tiles and restore them to their former glory. Follow DIY expert Helaine Clare’s step-by-step guide
By Helaine Clare •
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How to clean a kettle
Find out how to clean a kettle to improve its performance and prolong its lifespan
By Lesley Hannaford Hill •
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How to restore and clean encaustic floor tiles
Discover how to restore and clean encaustic floor tiles in Victorian and Edwardian hallways with this step-by-step guide
By Helaine Clare •
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6 ways to decorate your rented home (without losing your deposit)
Discover easy and affordable ways to decorate your rented home and update your space in time for autumn
By Emily Shaw •
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Top 21 home extension dos and don'ts
Make sure your home extension runs without a hitch by following our expert guide to the top dos and don'ts
By Jason Orme •
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Cowboy builders: 13 telltale signs so you can avoid them
A cowboy builder is easy to spot – and that's even before they've begun. Here's how to avoid one so you don't end up out of pocket with a poor or even unfinished job
By Lucy Searle •
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Garden shed storage: 12 ideas for getting organised
These tips, tricks and garden shed storage ideas will make yours a well-presented garden retreat (even if only for tools)
By Hebe Hatton •
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Extension cost calculator
Use our free extension cost calculator to work out how much your house extension is likely to cost
By Lucy Searle •
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Autumn gardening: 9 top tips on keeping your garden in top condition
Autumn gardening is all about maintenance and planning; find out what areas to concentrate on as a priority
By Anna Cottrell •
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Self employed mortgages: a beginner's guide
Are self employed mortgages easy to get? You can find out how to get a mortgage if you're your own boss right here...
By Anna Cottrell •
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Cut extension costs: 24 ideas to cut costs and extend cheaply
There are tons of ways you can cut extension costs if you need to extend your home cheaply. Finalising autumn extension now? Use this expert guide to find out how to extend on a budget
By Lucy Searle •
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Mortgages for first time buyers
Mortgages for first time buyers explained: take that first step to getting a place of your own
By Sarah Warwick •
