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Dyson sale: shop the best LIVE deals and gift ideas today, for delivery tomorrow
Take a look at these Dyson sales for some gift ideas plus fab savings across popular household appliances
By Jennifer Oksien •
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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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How to get paint out of carpet – acrylic, gloss, emulsion – dried up or not
Here's how to get paint out of carpet whether you've been using acrylic, oil or gloss, and whether it's dried up or not...
By Emily Shaw •
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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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This dish soap detergent hack that could be damaging your washing machine, experts say
If you're out of detergent, don't start experimenting
By Millie Hurst •
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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 •
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How to get rid of mice –12 easy ways using cat litter, humane traps and more
Need to know how to get rid of mice? If you live in a period home – and sometimes even if you don't – you might well have to find out tackle a rodent infestation.
By Lucy Searle •
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How to clean oriental rugs at home – use vinegar to tackle stains, the fringe and more
A quick guide to cleaning oriental rugs at home. Freshen up your Persian rug, lift stains and brush out the fringe for pristine results
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Cleaning and polishing nickel plating – how to remove tarnish and water marks
Keep your goods looking lovely with our quick guide to cleaning and polishing nickel plating. Fail-safe ways to remove tarnish and water marks
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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How to get rid of rats in the house fast – and keep the rodents away once and for all
It's really important to know how to get rid of rats as soon as you discover them in your home, shed or garden – the rodents pose a serious health risk. Follow our advice to find out how
By Lucy Searle •
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How to get rid of bed bugs fast - using the best products and home remedies
Did someone call the bed bug busters? Here's how to get rid of bed bugs in a hurry
By Emily Shaw •
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How to clean butcher-block countertops – maintain your wooden worktops easily
Solid wood worktops need careful cleaning and maintenance to keep them looking as good as new. Here's how to clean butcher-block countertops properly to remove stains and all
By Emily Shaw •
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Best cordless vacuum 2021: our top 8 stick vacuum cleaners – tried and tested
The best cordless vacuum cleaner will ensure your home is left crumb-free, all without being tethered to a plug
By Jennifer Oksien •
