Eco
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These 18 eco-friendly cleaning products are tough on dirt yet kind on the planet
The greener the better
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12 eco-friendly Christmas tips for a planet-pleasing holiday season
All the fun without the carbon footprint
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Does washing clothes at 30ºC actually help climate change?
Washing clothes at 30ºC is often portrayed as an eco-friendly choice. But how much of a difference does doing laundry at lower temps actually make?
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12 eco-friendly laundry tips to make your washing habits more sustainable
These eco-friendly laundry tips will help reduce the environmental impact of your washing machine and save you money, time, and energy.
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'If it ain't broke, don't replace it': the first step to a sustainable kitchen space
The only way to side-step greenwashing and make more sustainable choices when shopping for kitchen appliances, and beyond
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5 non-toxic pest control solutions for planet-friendly gardening
Garden expert Jonathan Race explains how to take a new, natural approach to garden pest control that doesn't involve any nasties
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How to keep a house cool in summer: with or without AC
Coping with extreme heat in a home is not easy and when high temperatures come about, knowing how to keep a house cool in the summer is a must. Act fast for a more comfortable space and to prepare for future heatwaves
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6 reasons why artificial grass is NOT low maintenance
It doesn't need mowing, reseeding or watering, so it must be easy to look after, right? We quash the myth that artificial grass is the low-maintanance solution to all your gardening woes
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Making your bedroom eco-friendly can improve sleep quality (and your sex life)
Want to create an eco-friendly bedroom? Serious about reducing your environmental impact and want to start in your sleep space? You're likely to sleep better if you do...
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Eco-friendly dishwasher tablets: 6 best buys to make dishes sparkle, naturally
Buy the best eco-friendly dishwasher tablets you can, safe in the knowledge that you’re not using any harsh chemicals, for great results
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How to save energy at home – 20 ways to reduce energy use and lower bills
Want to know how to save energy at home? Follow these strategies to use less electricity and gas and reduce bills
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Electric car charging at home: Everything you need to know
If you're thinking of investing in an electric car, here's what you really need to know about charging it at home
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The best sustainable and green building materials: What to use and what to avoid for an eco-friendly home
A list of the best, and worst, building materials to use to protect the earth.
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9 affordable, sustainable prefab homes you can buy in 2021
These eco-friendly prefab homes offer flexible living that is easy on the planet...and your wallet
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8 sustainable cleaning tools you need for an eco spring clean
The Real Homes guide on the best sustainable cleaning tools to buy for your home in 2021. Made from bamboo instead of plastic...
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Best stainless steel water bottles
We've found the best stainless steel water bottles 'cos it's the 21st century and it's cool to be kind to the environment
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Sodastream Spirit review – it's the best ever eco purchase I've made
We put the Sodastream Spirit to the test – is it worth the money, and a spot on your kitchen counter?
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Green Homes Grant extended until 2022
Home owners will be delighted to know that the Green Homes Grant deadline has been pushed back by a whole year, giving everyone plenty of time to benefit from the government initiative
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These are our favourite recyclable Christmas wrapping paper designs this festive season
Swap regular Christmas wrapping paper with these gorgeous, fully recyclable designs; pretty and kind to the planet
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