Guides

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Items you should only ever air-dry and never put in a tumble dryer
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Unpleasant odors coming off your dishwasher? Discover the likely causes and how to remedy them
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Trying to keep a clean, hygienically sound home during the winter? What things you should you pay more attention to when carrying out your cleaning chores
Watering houseplants using a metal watering can

Hydrogen peroxide and plant care: the benefits of using this product for your houseplant cultivation needs
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Removing mold and limescale from your shower cubicle: why using white vinegar is better than using bleach
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Can you save time cleaning the house? Yes, if you follow these tips!
A common housefly on a plate of syrup

Flies in your home during the fall? Here's why and how to deal with this problem
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Using weighted blankets to get a better night's sleep: what are these blankets and how does one take care for them?
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Mice in the house? How to get rid of them permanently using safe, all-natural resources
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How to soften up new sneakers and ankle boots after you've bought them: some truly effective remedies
Ignited burners of a gas oven

Dirty, grimy gas oven burners? You don't need to use aggressive cleaning products on them! Try these all-natural remedies
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Outmoded laundering tips: old-fashioned advice on how to best do the laundry that you should ignore in these modern times
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Pruning orchids correctly: a guide to ensuring your orchids remain healthy and lush
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DIY lemon essential oil: make it a home to ensure you always have some readily to hand
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Deep-cleaning of your fridge: why this is important and how best to do it
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Expired milk? Don't throw it away! Useful ways to use expired milk around the home

Reusing shoelaces: interesting, useful, creative recycling ideas
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Cultivating lemon trees in pots? You can do this successfully by following our handy guide
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Stink bugs invading your home this fall? Get rid of them for good with these remedies

Furnishing small spaces: practical advice for setting up a functional and pleasant bathroom
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Ground wasps: effective, all-natural ways to eliminate this pest from your garden

Say goodbye to mess! Brilliant solutions to utilize the spaces under your beds
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Washing silk at home, by hand or in the washing machine? It is possible with the proper methods!

DIY autumn decorations: at home or at school, the kids can try out these fun, seasonal projects