Andy van Terheyden
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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How to clean window screens — 5 steps to gleaming glass
Wondering how to clean window screens? Our cleaning experts reveal the five simple steps to gleaming glass.
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to remove grass stains — banish blotches for clothes as good as new
Wondering how to remove grass stains? Restore your clothes to the resplendent best with our five simple steps.
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to remove mildew from clothes — 5 steps to glowing garments
Wondering how to remove mildew from clothes? Industry experts reveal the five simple steps to return your garments to their best.
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How to clean a shag rug — refresh yours in five simple steps
Wondering how to clean a shag rug? Follow our expert advice and have yours back to its fresh best in five simple steps.
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How to clean a shower drain — refresh yours in 6 simple steps
Discover the best way to clean a shower drain as our industry experts reveal the six simple steps to preventing unwanted odors
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How to get rid of centipedes — 5 steps to a critter-free home
Wondering how to get rid of centipedes? Experts reveal the 5 simple steps to a critter-free home.
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How to clean an ice maker in a refrigerator — 6 steps to immaculate ice
Wondering how to clean an ice maker in a refrigerator? Our industry experts reveal the 6 simple steps to keep yours pristine.
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How to get rid of cockroaches in the bedroom — expert advice so you can sleep in peace
Get rid of cockroaches in the bedroom for good with our five expert steps from tackling entry points to using baits and traps
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How to get rid of ants in a garage — 6 steps to a bug-free space
Our industry experts reveal the six simple steps to a bug-free space including getting rid of them at the source and cleaning advice
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How to keep spiders out of the garage — 4 ways to keep creepy crawlies at bay
Wondering how to keep spiders out of the garage? Industry experts reveal four simple steps to a spider-free space once and for all
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How much does landscaping cost for small, medium, and big yards — and how to calculate your budget
How much does landscaping cost? Our industry experts explain the price behind professional landscaping including mowing grass and tending gardens
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How to make a homemade bug spray — repel unwanted intruders with our step-by-step guide
Wondering how to make a homemade bug spray? Our industry experts provide a simple step-by-step guide, with key ingredients and top tips.
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Is your pressure washer not making pressure? Here are the 7 most common snags — plus how to fix it yourself
Pressure washer not making pressure? These expert tips will help you solve the seven most common snags with quick and easy fixes
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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Pods vs liquid detergent vs powder: cleaning pros reveal which comes out on top
Pods vs liquid detergent vs powder — our cleaning experts reveal the pros and cons of these laundry-cleaning options
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All the places you're probably forgetting to clean on your balcony — spruce these 6 spots for a sparkling outdoor space
Wondering about the places you're probably forgetting to clean on your balcony? Our cleaning experts reveal the 6 most overlooked spots
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How to stop spiders getting in the house — pros reveal the best ways to keep these creepy crawlies firmly out
Wondering how to stop spiders getting in the house? Our home and cleaning experts reveal six ways to keep them outside where they belong
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Top 5 kitchen cleaning mistakes — expert advice on common oversights and how to avoid them
Wondering about the most common kitchen cleaning mistakes? Our industry expert reveals the most common kitchen clangers and how to avoid them
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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Ingenious ways to keep pests out of your yard — 7 secrets to an ick-free outdoor space
Looking for ways to keep pests out of your yard? Our industry pros reveal 7 ingenious steps to a pest-free yard
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How to kill red ants — 5 simple steps to banish these pesky pests
Wondering how to kill red ants? Our industry pros reveal the 5 simple steps to restoring your home to a pest-free paradise.
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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Air fryer vs deep fryer: the differences, pros and cons, and choosing which is best for you
Wondering how air fryers and deep fryers compare? See which is best-suited for you with our handy, expert guide.
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Air fryer vs convection oven: the differences, pros and cons, and how to pick the best appliance for the job
Air fryer vs convection oven — wondering how they compare? See which is best-suited for you with our handy, expert guide.
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How to make hummingbird food with just two ingredients, and give these beautiful birds a nutritious feast
Wondering how to make hummingbird food? Follow our expert's 5 simple steps to feed these beautiful birds with homemade hummingbird food
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Balcony privacy mistakes — 8 balcony blunders to avoid and what to do instead
Wondering the most common balcony privacy mistakes to avoid? Our interior design experts run through 8 top balcony blunders and what to do instead.
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Decking privacy mistakes — 6 slip-ups to swerve for a secluded space
Wondering what decking privacy mistakes to avoid? Our landscaping pros list 6 common errors — plus what to do instead
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