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Thread count explained – what's the best thread count for sheets?
What exactly is thread count? What thread count should you be looking out for? What is the difference in thread count? We've covered all your burning thread count questions right here...
By Hebe Hatton • Published
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6 types of eco-friendly homes that create a more sustainable living space
Looking for a home that's easy on the earth? These eco-friendly home styles, ranging from prefabs to biophilic spaces, are all designed with sustainability in mind.
By Ann Loynd Burton • Published
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How to remove deodorant stains from shirts and other clothes
The secret in learning how to remove deodorant stains is using the right products for the job. We reveal how to get deodorant out of shirts, t-shirts and tops, and fast.
By Jenny McFarlane • Published
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17 indoor gardening ideas – how to start herbs, vegetables and more plants inside
Indoor gardening is an art. Use our guide to start growing herbs, vegetables and other plants at home using hydroponics or just a little DIY expertise.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch • Published
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12 easy house plants: low-maintenance, forgiving and wonderfully indestructible
Tough as nails, you'd be hard pressed to kill these easy house plants. With little to no care needed, these are the best low-maintenance and most forgiving house plants.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch • Published
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10 best bedroom plants for better air quality and a beautiful sleeping space
The best bedroom plants will perfect your serene decor scheme and purify the air too. These are the varieties that produce the most oxygen for a relaxed, healthy environment.
By Anna Cottrell • Published
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How to use a washing machine correctly for spotless results
Ready to learn how to use a washing machine properly? We've got all the info you need to nail laundry and extend the life of your washing machine and clothes.
By Jenny McFarlane • Published
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Lime plaster: Why this eco-friendly building material is a top choice for home building
An architect shares the benefits of using eco-friendly lime plaster as a home building material
By Laura Jane Clark • Published
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11 pet-friendly house plants – keep cats and dogs safe with non-toxic indoor plants
Pet-friendly house plants can be beautiful, air purifying and simple to take care of. Keep prying paws and gnawing jaws safe with these non-toxic indoor plants for cats and dogs alike.
By Camille Dubuis-Welch • Published
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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.
By Carol J. Alexander • Published
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How to decorate with thrift store art for high-end style on a budget
Thrift store art is a decorating secret of savvy DIYers and high-end designers alike. Here's how to find, upcycle, and spruce up this wallet-friendly wall décor.
By Ruth Jackson • Published
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How to wash an electric blanket: hand and machine washing heated blankets
Find out how to wash an electric blanket or heated blanket by hand and in the washing machine to keep it snuggle soft and stain free.
By Jenny McFarlane • Published
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How to care for houseplants (without killing them) – keep indoor plants happy
Caring for house plants is tricky business. This is how to stop brown leaves and more to keep your indoor plants happy.
By Emily Shaw • Published
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15 backyard landscaping ideas for enjoying the summer at home
Warning: these clever backyard landscaping ideas will make you want to spend the whole summer at home!
By Kaitlyn McInnis • Published
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How to grow sweet peas – from seed, in pots or not for fragrant flowers
Grow sweet peas easily from seed, in a pot or border to enjoy their colorful, scented flowers – perfect for picking and a spectacular garden feature.
By Anna Cottrell • Published
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How to start a cut flower garden – from the best floral picks to care tips and more
Start a cut flower garden to create your own pretty, seasonal arrangements. Add more color and fragrance inside and out with the best cutting flower choices and all our care tips.
By Leigh Clapp • Published
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North-facing gardens: best plants for the sun you do have and more layout benefits
North-facing gardens: How to make the most of sunny spots, the best plants plus, more pros and cons to this common garden aspect.
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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How to use coffee grounds in gardening – fertilize plants, boost soil health and more
Using coffee grounds in gardening can help boost plant and soil health. These are the best ways to turn waste into garden treasure!
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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How to grow cucumbers – from seed, in pots, vertically or in your vegetable patch
Grow cucumbers from seed in a pot, up trellis or in a garden patch. Plus, what to do with the flowers...
By Anna Cottrell • Published
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How to lay a patio yourself – prepare the ground for pavers, using cement or not
How to lay a patio: DIY with our 10-step guide. How to prep the ground to install a patio on grass or not, using cement, or not...
By Anna Cottrell • Published
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Gardening for beginners: 20 ways to get started without a green thumb
Gardening for beginners is easier than you think – especially if you read our guide for the best planting techniques and more.
By Anna Cottrell • Published
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Kitchen gardens – 10 steps to start your own vegetable garden and what to grow
Kitchen garden ideas: Top growing tips from the experts. How to start a vegetable garden in raised beds, pots and more – even for beginners.
By Leigh Clapp • Published
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13 garden edging ideas – keep your lawn in place and your borders neat
Garden edging ideas: Neaten up your lawn and planting with brick, wood or other budget-friendly lawn edging solutions.
By Anna Cottrell • Published
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16 garden paving ideas – how to create the perfect patio space in your backyard
Garden paving ideas: Use our design tips and advice to create the perfect paved patio or courtyard space in your backyard.
By Lucy Searle • Published
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South-facing gardens – the best plants and layouts to make your space work
South-facing gardens are very desirable. These are the pros and cons plus, the best planting schemes and layout advice.
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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How to level a garden – easiest ways to fix an uneven lawn or sloped landscape
Landscaping your plot? Find out how to level a garden and lawn – by hand or not – to make more of your space.
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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Garden plant ideas – 10 easy steps to know what plants to put in your garden
Garden plant ideas: Identify soil types, garden aspects and more in our guide to know which plants to put in your garden.
By Rachel Crow • Published
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Shade gardens – 15 ideas and design tips for a beautiful outdoor space year-round
Shade gardens can feel bright with the right advice. Our design ideas will see yours full of lush foliage, beautiful flowers, even veg and more.
By Leigh Clapp • Published
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10 shade plants – best flowering and evergreen plants for low-light gardens
Shade plants: Best 10 perennial, evergreen shade loving plants that will flower and thrive in low-light conditions.
By Anna Cottrell • Published
