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How to get rid of gnats – 5 easy tricks using vinegar, candles and more
Clouds of gnats plaguing you inside your home? Learn how to get rid of gnats in your house and fungus gnats on plants with our advice
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean painted walls – 6 ways to remove grease, stains and dirt
How to clean painted walls: Remove greasy fingerprints, stains, dust and grime from flat emulsion painted, matt or gloss walls with these expert tips
By Lucy Searle •
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How to get rid of spider mites on houseplants using apple cider vinegar, rosemary oil and more
Need to find out how to get rid of spider mites on your indoor plants? We've got your back with the many ways to bid pesky plant pests adieu.
By Jenny McFarlane •
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How to identify houseplant pests – Gnats, spider mites, aphids and more with pictures
Find out how to identify houseplant pests such as fungus gnats, aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites. Plus, save your indoor plants by spotting the early signs of these nasty pests.
By Jenny McFarlane •
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How to identify bugs in your home – bed bugs, termites, cockroaches, ants and more with pictures
Need to identify bugs? If you're not sure whether you're dealing with the early signs of bed bugs or if you think you have termite droppings, we're here to put you straight.
By Jenny McFarlane •
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How to clean paint brushes – remove even dried on oil or water-based paints from brushes and rollers
How to clean paint brushes properly. Tackle fresh or dried on, oil or water-based paint whether on a brush or a roller
By Alison Jones •
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How to clean countertops: quartzite, granite, laminate, concrete and more kitchen worktops
The best ways to clean countertops properly whether you've quartzite, granite, laminate, concrete or another kitchen worktop installed
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Cleaning laminate flooring – the best ways to tackle dirt using a mop, vinegar and more methods
You've been cleaning laminate flooring all wrong. This is how to get that pristine, no-streak, gleaming finish, using a mop, vinegar and other wonderful ways
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean curtains – wash dirty drapes in situ with a steam cleaner or by hand
How to clean curtains successfully without taking them down, whether you have a steam cleaner or not
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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A guide to cleaning vinyl flooring – brighten up planks and tiles with vinegar and more
Cleaning vinyl flooring is a must to keep yours stylish, warm and practical on all fronts. Sanitize your planks or tiles with vinegar and more, here's how.
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean stone floors – spruce natural stone tiles, plus, why vinegar is a no go
DIY expert Helaine Clare's shares her knowledge on how to clean stone floors step-by-step. Plus, why you shouldn't use vinegar
By Helaine Clare •
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How to clean a floor – from vacuuming to dry mopping, using vinegar and more
Where should you start when cleaning a floor? This is what you need to know whether you have wood, vinyl, laminate or another type of hard flooring at home
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Cleaning leather: 5 steps to treat your couch, chairs and car seats naturally
Remove stains from a leather couch or freshen up your car seats – cleaning leather is made easy with natural products like vinegar, oil and even baby soap...
By Lucy Searle •
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How to finish a basement on a budget—where to save and what to DIY
Find extra space for your family without breaking the bank by finishing your basement on the cheap
By Carol J. Alexander •
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How to clean upholstery – 3 steps to care for chairs and more furniture fabrics yourself
Cleaning upholstery in the home is easily done. Tend to fabric sofas, velvet chairs, cushions and more yourself with our simple and specialist guide
By Lucy Searle •
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How to clean a couch – sanitize fabric sofas properly to lift stains, smells and more
Cleaning a couch properly: How to sanitize your sofa quickly and efficiently. Tackle stains on a fabric couch with vinegar, water and more for the best results
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean a mirror for streak-free results using vinegar, water and more
Want to know how to clean a mirror properly? Make yours sparkle using vinegar, water and more with our expert advice
By Lesley Hannaford Hill •
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Loft conversions with dormers: a complete guide
A larger home without moving? It can be yours with a dormer loft conversion
By Sarah Warwick •
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Basement remodeling costs: How much it costs to remodel a basement, plus how to budget and money-saving tips
Builders share professional guidance for planning your basement remodeling costs.
By Carol J. Alexander •
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How to get rid of mosquitoes at home – natural ways to repel and a foolproof homemade trap
Discover the secret to how to get rid of mosquitoes. Here’s what you need to know to keep nasty mosquitoes at bay – and avoid getting bitten
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean blinds – quick and easy ways to clean vertical, Venetian, Roman blinds and more
Know how to clean blinds quickly and easily? Dust and clean up your vertical, Venetian, Roman blinds and more – whether you want to use the tub or not – with our guide
By Lucy Searle •
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How to polish and remove scratches from glass with toothpaste, baking soda and more
You can remove scratches from glass using toothpaste, baking soda and even nail polish. Clean up glass dining tables, shower doors, reading glasses and more with our guide
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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How to clean windows – the best way for streak-free results, with vinegar or not
Find out how to clean windows for streak-free results. This is the best way – using the right tools, and cleaners like vinegar – to have your windows sparkling clean, quickly
By Lucy Searle •
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A complete guide to stain removal – top tips on when, how and what to blot with
Stain removal: treat red wine or chocolate stains on clothes, blood on the carpet, ink on your leather seats and more with our top tips and advice
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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How to clean a carpet – treat stains at home, with or without carpet cleaner
Learn how to clean a carpet to lift dirt and stains quickly. Treat yours at home with baking soda, carpet shampoo and more for great results
By Jessica Brown •
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How to get slime out of carpet – 4 simple steps with or without vinegar
Did slime time get out of hand? Here's how to get slime out of carpet in 4 simple steps – even if it's dried and even if you don't have vinegar
By Lucy Searle •
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How to clean quartz countertops
Keep quartz countertops clean, stain-free and in great condition with our advice
By Sarah Warwick •
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Do I need planning permission for a loft conversion?
If you like the idea of converting the loft, but wonder if you need an official go-ahead, find the answer right here
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean outdoor cushions – treat mildew and stains by hand and without borax
Enjoy clean outdoor cushions all year long by washing yours at home. Treat mildew and stains with vinegar by hand or in the washing machine, without using any Borax
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
