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  • A cobweb in the door frame of a home - for article on how to stop spiders getting in the house

    How to stop spiders getting in the house — pros reveal the best ways to keep these creepy crawlies firmly out

    Wondering how to stop spiders getting in the house? Our home and cleaning experts reveal six ways to keep them outside where they belong

  • Interior view of a domestic dove grey kitchen, with painted white walls, island with quartz worktop, chrome tap, grey crushed velvet bar stools, stainless steel range cooker oven, chrome tap and skylight - for article on kitchen cleaning mistakes

    Top 5 kitchen cleaning mistakes — expert advice on common oversights and how to avoid them

    Wondering about the most common kitchen cleaning mistakes? Our industry expert reveals the most common kitchen clangers and how to avoid them

  • Shoe organizer in hallway

    The 6 best Amazon shoe organizers to get your closet in order, ASAP

    These top-rated Amazon shoe organizers are both affordable and perfect for small spaces. See everything from simple racks to over-the-door organizers

  • Closet with storage and shelves

    9 Amazon closet organizers to get your clothes under control, starting from just $10

    From hangers to dressers, shoppers love these Amazon closet organizers. Tidy up your space with these affordable accessories and storage options

  • Learning how to clean windows is useful. Here is a windowsill with a glass cleaning bottle, a blue and white patterned cloth, and a squeegee on it, with a gray curtain panel in front of it and a window with brick houses beyond it

    How to clean windows without streaks — 5 easy steps that cleaning pros always follow

    This method on how to clean windows is favored by professional cleaners. We've asked them for the steps you should follow, plus picked cleaning buys

  • Learning how to wash sneakers is so useful. Here are two pictures of this - one with a washing machine with a laundry bag with a trainer in it and one with a white bucket with a purple trainer in soapy water

    How to wash sneakers in the washing machine or by hand — I tried both methods and one came out on top

    We show you how to wash sneakers properly in the washing machine or by hand, with expert-approved advice and guides we've followed ourselves

  • View of clean living room in home — for article on how to kill red ants

    How to kill red ants — 5 simple steps to banish these pesky pests

    Wondering how to kill red ants? Our industry pros reveal the 5 simple steps to restoring your home to a pest-free paradise.

  • Open top-loading washing machine on right side of frame situated in a white kitchen with bright window and red cabinet pulls

    How to clean a top-loading washing machine in four easy steps

    Cleaning The easiest steps and best products to clean a top-loading washing machine

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  • Fly trap and bug zapper on blue and green background

    Amazon's pest control bestsellers will keep your house bug-free all summer long

    Check out Amazon's pest control bestsellers to keep your house bug-free all summer long. See the top picks to get rid of roaches, ants, and more

  • Cat and dog on white carpet

    Pet-friendly pest-control ideas to keep your pets safe whilst you deal with unwanted critters and bugs

    Our experts approve of these effective pet-friendly pest-control ideas that are safe for use around your pets

  • Here is a bedroom with white walls, a bed with white sheets and beige throw pillows and bed runners, a wooden nightstand and chair, and a wooden floor

    Get rid of ants in the bedroom fast — 5 simple steps pest control pros always take

    We've asked pest control pros for the five steps they always follow, plus rounded up removal essentials including product recommendations

  • These are the cleaning products from Amazon the pros use - a yellow and white bag of baking powder, a blue dish soap bottle, a white and green vinegar bottle and a microfiber cloth, with a blue background behind

    9 cleaning products from Amazon that professional house cleaners swear by daily

    Looking for cleaning products from Amazon? We've asked cleaners what they use daily to make their homes sparkle and shine, from dish soap to carpet cleaners

  • Makeup organizer on left, green cable organizer box on right

    I found the very best Amazon organizers to declutter your space — as highly rated by shoppers

    These are the most genius Amazon organizers to spruce your space, small or large, in an instant. See clever picks for every room in the house

  • Blue kiddie pool on grass

    How to keep a kiddie pool clean, so you can spend your summer actually enjoying it

    Learn how to keep a kiddie pool clean all summer long without any harsh chemicals necessary. From vinegar to salt, check out our top tips

  • living room storage ideas, white living room with white sectional, tan leather armchair, matching custom storage each side of door, baskets, vases, black floor lamp, black accents

    22 living room storage ideas that will transform this key space

    Our living room storage ideas have got you covered from utilizing alcoves to table nests and coffee tables. See how to get your living space under control

  • Learning how to repel ticks in your backyard is useful. Here is a backyard space with wooden fencing with vines and trees next to it, two outdoor seats with cushioning, a black rattan coffee table with a planter on it

    How to repel ticks in your backyard — 5 methods to stop these pesky pests invading your space

    Want to know how to repel ticks in your backyard? We've asked landscaping experts for their top tips, plus curated highly-rated picks to help you get rid

  • Close up of corner of clean white mattress - for article on how to get pee out of a mattress

    How to get pee out of a mattress — 5 steps to refresh your bed

    Wondering how to get pee out of a mattress? Our cleaning experts reveal the five simple steps to refresh your bed

  • Learning ways to repel mice from a house is a good idea. Here is a small brown mouse with black eyes peeking outside of a hole, with dark green grass around it

    The best 5 ways to repel mice from a house — pest pros swear by these tips

    Want to learn the ways to repel mice from a house? We've asked pest control pros how to scare them away from your home, plus picked out useful buys

  • Ginger purebred Scottish Straight Golden Shaded Chinchilla kitten lying and looking at camera. Close up

    How to get cat pee out of carpet in three easy steps

    Accidents happen, so learn how to get rid of cat pee before the smell seeps in and hangs around for good

  • Ginger purebred Scottish Straight Golden Shaded Chinchilla kitten lying and looking at camera

    How to get cat pee smell out of your home — 5 steps to solving feline mishaps

    Wondering how to get cat pee smell out of your home? Our expert guide will have your home smelling fresh in no time.

  • Coffee stain on white fabric

    How to remove coffee stains from clothes in 5 easy steps and restore their former glory

    Remove coffee stains from clothes with just a few simple steps. Get cotton, linen, and synthetic fabric looking as good as new

  • Four of the best home fragrances including candle from Free People, Nest NY reed diffuser, Damselfly candle, and Miller Harris reed diffuser on peach ombre vector background

    18 of the best home fragrances — chic smells for every room, budget, and scent profile

    Scent-scape your space with the best home fragrances — tried and tested by the Real Homes team

  • Patio with garden furniture

    The 6 best patio cleaners to transform your outdoor space for summer

    Get your garden guest ready with one of the best patio cleaners. These solutions will remove mold and mildew fast for a flawless finish

  • Finding out how to get rid of mice from a garage is useful. Here is a garage with wooden doors, framed with yellow and white walls with black wall sconces and a hanging basket

    How to get rid of mice from a garage — 7 simple steps for removing these squeaky pests

    Want to know how to get rid of mice from a garage? We've asked pest control experts for their top tips on removing them and making sure they don't come back

  • A cat sleeping on a couch — for article on how to get pee smell out of a couch

    How to get pee smell out of a couch — six steps to banish odors after those unfortunate accidents

    Wondering how to get pee smell out of a couch? Our expert guide will have your couch back to its best in six simple steps

  • Summer in the backyard of a small one floor home with blooming pink shrubs at border of healthy green lawn

    How to get rid of ants in your home and stop them coming back for good

    Learn how to get rid of ants and put them off returning with home-made repellents

  • The Amazon backyard bug spray will keep your lawn pest free. Here is a green lawn with yellow and pink flowers around it and tall green trees above it, with a winding path

    This clever Amazon backyard bug spray is the most convenient way to keep pests at bay — gardening experts say it's "highly-effective"

    The pros love using this Amazon backyard bug spray to get rid of bugs. We ask them why they love it, why it's so effective, and pick alternative buys

  • A fluffy dog sat on a chair by a bed

    How to remove urine smells and stains from around your home — cleaning pros to the rescue for human and animal spills

    Learn how to clean urine smells and stains effectively from around the home including human and animal pee

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