Anna Cottrell
Anna Cottrell
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How to build a pergola: 11 steps to pergola success
Learn how to build a pergola using our DIY guide and get your pergola up in no time at all
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How to prune lavender? Try Monty Don's tips for the very best results
This is how to prune lavender according to Monty Don – and make sure it regrows beautifully next year
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Women do more DIY because 'men are lazy' and it's a feminist statement. Fair?
When it comes to home improvements, DIY and cleaning, women are putting in the hours, even if not always voluntarily
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Best garden shed: 8 top buys for storage or garden office space
The best garden shed is so much more than just a basic storage unit for your garden tools. Use yours for everything from displaying plants to a home office...
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Swedish Death Cleaning: a beginner's guide
We explain what Swedish Death Cleaning is and how to tackle it in this easy guide. The end of summer is the perfect time to get started
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Best weed killer 2020: 6 top buys for impeccable lawns
The best weed killer will be tough on weeds but gentle on your lawn. We've selected the best and safest lawn weed killers
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6 gardening tips for heatwaves and floods – keep your garden thriving
Has gardening become more like combat? Never mind the weather, these late summer gardening ideas will have your garden look lovely all the way into autumn
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Switch your energy supplier NOW, warns Martin Lewis
Martin Lewis warns against thinking the the lower energy price cap automatically gives you a better energy deal
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Alan Titchmarsh's top 3 tips on deadheading roses for beaut blooms
Follow this advice on how to deadhead roses from Alan Titchmarsh and enjoy more, healthier blooms
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The UK is officially in recession: will house prices rise or fall?
The much-predicted recession has hit Britain; is this good or bad news if you're thinking of buying or selling a home?
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7 property flaws that will drive down your house price – and how to fix them
Want a good house price for your property? Avoid these common flaws that put buyers off
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Garden furniture sales: the best deals on patio chairs, sun loungers, and more
Bag a bargain in one of these garden furniture sales to enjoy dinner al fresco, a relaxing hour on a sun lounger, and breakfast on an outdoor sofa
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Plumbing problems: 13 solutions to common plumbing issues
Need advice on tackling plumbing problems? We've got tips on everything from blocked drains to exposed pipework
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Types of carpet: how to choose the right carpet for all your rooms
Discover the differences between the different types of carpet to make picking out the right one a breeze. Our guide includes carpet costs, fitting and, inevitably, carpet cleaning
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*whispers* 8 Argos garden furniture buys you can pass off as designer
Sun worshipers! This Argos garden furniture has designer looks... but budget price tags. No one need ever know... (and we won't tell)
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Mrs Hinch fan reveals how to get rid of flies with this ingenious hack
This trick by a Mrs Hinch devotee will help you get rid of flies for good
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Top 5 home improvements guaranteed to increase your house price by thousands
These home improvements will fetch you a significantly higher house price – and they're not pricy extensions
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Concrete flooring: a guide to concrete floor types, costs and design
Concrete flooring is the ultimate choice for a contemporary interior, or it can add a modern twist to a room in a more traditional home. Find out how to choose concrete flooring in our guide
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Best garden furniture 2020: top buys for your summer garden
Upgrade your outside space with the best garden furniture around. Think styling dining sets, chimeneas, BBQs and more
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11 ways to add value to a Victorian terrace
There are lots of ways to add value to a Victorian terrace, from putting in additional bathrooms to creating open plan living. Use our tips to invest wisely
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This secret microwave cleaning trick is EASY – and doesn't use any chemicals
The microwave cleaning trick that only requires what you already have in your kitchen – and will leave your microwave smelling beautiful
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Best paddling pools: 5 top buys for splashing about in the garden
These best paddling pools will provide hours of fun for the kids – and a couple are great for giving the dog a bath, too
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20 green living room ideas – pretty ways to use this stylish shade
Green living room ideas are this season's alternative to greys – so of course we had to dedicate a whole gallery to them...
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Best essential oil diffuser: 6 top buys for beautifully scented air
The best essential oil diffuser will scent your home with the natural fragrance of essential oils and humidify and purify the air around you
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