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How much does it cost to paint the exterior of a house?
Find out the cost to paint the exterior of a house in the UK and decide if you want to tackle this job yourself or hire professional painters
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Should you water an orchid with ice cubes? We asked an orchid grower...
Find out whether you should water an orchid with ice cubes or not according to a specialist orchid grower. Plus, other good methods for keeping your beautiful orchids well-hydrated
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How to clean a patio – whether it’s concrete, pavers, slabs, bricks or stone
Find out how to clean a patio whatever yours is made from. Here’s the lowdown, plus our brilliant video guide
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How to get rid of slugs: 10 quick ways to save garden plants
Here's how to get rid of slugs in the garden and protect your crops from damage
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The best fragrant plants for your garden
Fill your garden with beautiful sweet scent with these favourite fragrant plants
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How to get rid of thrips? 8 clever ways to deter thunder flies from your home
Find out how to get rid of thrips – also known as thunder flies – in your home. There are a ton of clever ways to keep these annoying pests at bay and away from plants
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Best drought tolerant plants: 14 varieties that will survive a very dry spell
Drought tolerant plants like sea holly, lavender and Californian poppy will see that you enjoy a cool and colorful floral display, even during a heatwave. They save on water and are great for wildlife in south-facing gardens
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How to repot an orchid without killing it in the process
Learn when and how to repot an orchid properly to keep yours alive and thriving
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How to insulate a summer house and why it's worth it for year-round use
Find out how to insulate a summer house and use yours to relax or WFH in, no matter how cold it may be. Experts share costing information and the best way to DIY.
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15 budget Christmas decor ideas – stylish festive decor that costs (almost) nothing
These are the most beautiful but budget Christmas decorating ideas we're trying this year to keep it cheap and cheerful
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How to store Christmas lights according to experts
Find out how to store Christmas lights in a way that best preserves them, while preventing tangled wires
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When to put up Christmas decorations - interior designers reveal when to start decking the halls
Are you normally too early? Too late? The question of when to put up Christmas decorations has finally been answered by experts
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Toy storage ideas: 31 ways to keep your kid's room tidy (as possible)
We've rounded up all the best toy storage ideas so you can get your kids' bedrooms and playrooms clutter free once and for all
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How to clean walls – 11 ways to remove grease, stains and dirt
Learn how to clean walls in your home, whether yours are painted matt or glossy
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How to keep rabbits out of the garden: 7 kind methods to save your plants
Find out how to keep rabbits out of the garden with these expert-led, kind natured tips
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How to prune roses for a healthy plant, ripe for flowering
Learning how to prune roses properly will keep your English shrubs, Hybrid Teas and other flowering varieties looking gorgeous in growing season, adding a ton of quaint personality to your garden space. Prune hard once a year for best results
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23 patio cover ideas – add a roof to your outdoor space for shelter
See our patio cover ideas to inspire your shelter, big or small. A roofed space will ensure privacy, weather protection and style all in one.
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16 low maintenance garden ideas for lush borders and fuss-free landscaping
Low maintenance garden ideas: Clever ways to work with nature and your surroundings for a stunning outside space which needs minimum upkeep.
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How to landscape a front yard without plants
Explore front yard landscaping ideas without plants for minimum upkeep but maximum curb appeal. You can still design a cool front of house – without using shrubs or grass
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33 garden room ideas to enhance your backyard and lifestyle
Swoon after the nicest and most functional garden room ideas – not solely reserved for summer – to create a sun-dappled outdoor living space, blissful WFH office or cozy cool home bar nestled amongst nature.
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10 plants that are toxic to cats: flowers to avoid in your yard and home
Have a feline friend? You might want to avoid these plants that are toxic to cats in your yard and home
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How to get rid of carpenter bees: identification methods and natural ways to deter them
If you need to know how to get rid of carpenter bees, professional pest controllers say it's key to identify them properly, remove them humanely, and to try natural ways of deterring them from your propety above all else
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How to clean a kitchen: step-by-step for sparkling results in under an hour
When you know how to clean a kitchen properly, it won't take you as long as you might expect. Heck, you might even find it fun, sprucing up those counters and shining your sink
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How to pick a good watermelon according to food experts
How to tap and tell whether you've picked a good watermelon according to food experts
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