I'm a senior writer with an English degree and NCJ qualification, plus years of experience writing news, lifestyle and consumer articles for the national and international press. I'm also a copywriter, working on a breadth of consumer and corporate projects, and a private education consultant. I live in the quiet of the countryside and love completing DIY tasks to breathe life into my small, newly-built home.
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 Backyard privacy mistakes — 9 garden gaffes to avoid and what to do insteadWondering about the most common backyard privacy mistakes? Our landscaping experts run through 9 common backyard blunders — and what to do instead By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to grow a clover lawn — 4 steps to a glorious gardenWondering how to grow a clover lawn? Our garden and landscaping experts explain the four simple steps to a luscious lawn to be proud of By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to get cat pee smell out of your home — 5 steps to solving feline mishapsWondering how to get cat pee smell out of your home? Our expert guide will have your home smelling fresh in no time. By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to make a rain chain — 6 steps to creating a unique downspoutWondering how to make a rain chain? Our experts explain the six simple steps to adding a calming, eco-friendly addition to your backyard. By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to get pee smell out of a couch — six steps to banish odors after those unfortunate accidentsWondering how to get pee smell out of a couch? Our expert guide will have your couch back to its best in six simple steps By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 Embrace 11 expert lawn care tips to guarantee a lush lawnLooking for expert lawn care tips? Our expert guide will guarantee you a lush lawn this summer and beyond. By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to declutter small bathroom drawers — make the most of limited space with our expert guideWondering how to declutter small bathroom drawers? Our experts reveal the four simple steps to streamline your storage By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 All the places you're forgetting to clean in your entryway — pro tips for those easy-to-miss spotsWorried about places you're forgetting to clean in your entryway? Our cleaning experts reveal six spots you're forgetting, and how to get them gleaming again By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 6 ways to clean with rice — bring sparkle to your home with this staple foodSee how to clean with rice so you can tidy up around your home with this staple food. Discover how to clean jewelry, coffee grinders, and more By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 All the places you're forgetting to clean in a living room — expert tips for those easy-to-miss spotsOur industry experts run through ten places you're forgetting to clean in a living room, with top tips on how to get your space gleaming By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to clean rust from concrete — 5 steps to a gleaming patioClean rust from concrete with this easy method approved by industry experts. All you need are a few products and a little elbow grease By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 10 ways to clean with citrus peels — expert tips to freshen up your homeLearn how to clean with citrus peels to freshen up everything from garbage disposals to microwaves. Our experts share the best ways to use this natural product By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 10 ways to clean with aluminum foil — spruce up your home with this silver superstarLearn how to clean with aluminum foil to freshen up everything from oven grates to shower screens and more. See the best ways to put this material to work By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 10 ways to clean with salt — refresh your home with this magic ingredientOur industry experts reveal 10 ways to clean with salt, from sink drains to sweat stains. See how to make the most of this budget ingredient By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 These 10 household items repel bugs — and you probably have them at home alreadyWondering how to repel bugs? Our industry experts run you through 10 things that repel bugs from the home By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to clean a dining room — 7 steps to a dazzling space ready for guestsFollow our expert tips and tricks to clean a dining room and you'll be ready for entertaining in no time. See all the spots to tidy up By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 Revealed: the 9 places in your bedroom you’re probably forgetting to clean and pro tips on tackling themMake your sleep space squeaky clean by sorting the 9 spots you're probably forgetting to clean with these expert tips By Eve Smallman Last updated 
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 All the places you're probably forgetting to clean in your bathroom — banish bacteria from these 12 overlooked spotsEver considered all the places you're probably forgetting to clean in your bathroom? Our pros unveil the 12 most easily-forgotten spots, and tips for cleaning By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to clean rust from an outdoor grill — get yours summer-ready in 4 simple stepsGet prepped for summer and see how to clean rust from an outdoor grill. Our experts walk through everything you need to know for cooking outside By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 Cleaning with vinegar — 10 household jobs you can do with this cheap ingredientOur expert tips for cleaning with vinegar in new and useful ways — 10 ways you can put this household ingredient to work in the home, from floors to bathrooms By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to clean memory foam pillows — 4 steps to refreshing yours at homeIt's time to clean memory foam pillows the right way with some expert advice. Sleep easy with this simple step-by-step guide to get yours fresh By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 Learn how to get rid of ants in a kitchen fast — cleaning and pest experts share top tips and 6-step formula for successOur cleaning and pest pros reveal how to get to get rid of ants in a kitchen quickly in six easy steps. Product suggestions, homemade remedies and expert tips By Andy van Terheyden Last updated 
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 How to clean a glass table — make yours sparkle in 4 simple stepsLearn how to clean a glass table to get your coffee table or dining table sparkling in no time. See our easy step-by-step guide for the best, streak-free results By Andy van Terheyden Published 
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 How to clean a sink — 5 steps to a brilliant basinWondering how to clean a sink? Our expert guide will get your kitchen sink sparkling. Say goodbye to grime with pro cleaning tips and product recommendations By Andy van Terheyden Published 

