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Does your landlord have to install air conditioning if you request it? I asked the experts where you stand legally

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Next just dropped the prettiest laundry basket that will make your washing routine faster and more efficient – it taps into the year’s biggest trend

This genuinely might be the best-looking laundry basket you can buy

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The RHS could move its hydrangeas to the north of England due to rising temperatures – but can these plants still thrive in the south?

Can they thrive in the south?

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Can a robot vacuum ever replace a normal vacuum cleaner? I tested this theory for myself, and this is why the ‘one-size-fits-all’ myth has got to go

This is why the ‘one-size-fits-all’ myth has got to go

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The White Company is my go-to shop to find timeless kitchenware – these 12 sale picks are guaranteed to give a premium look without breaking the budget

It's the best time to invest in some classic, everyday items

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Stop leaving your food waste bin on the kitchen worktop – this is where waste experts say you should try storing it during the summer

Bad bin smells plaguing your kitchen? Give this easy, free hack a try

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Interior designers are ditching bedside tables in small bedrooms – these alternative solutions will make your room feel ‘lighter and more spacious’

They'll make your room feel ‘lighter and more spacious’

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Giovanna Fletcher has kept her tomatoes thriving despite the summer heatwave thanks to this clever watering system – 'it's like building LEGO'

'It's like building LEGO'

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I can’t paint my rental, but this simple decorating trick makes all the difference

My secret weapon for adding character and creating cosy corners

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I'm a Kitchen Appliances Editor who refuses to pack clutter when moving – these are the 3 sub-par cooking gadgets I ditched, and the 3 I'd never part with

Every appliance in my kitchen has to earn its keep

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I tried dozens of eco swaps – these are the ones that actually work better than plastic

I tried living with less plastic – these five swaps surprised me

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After seeing Dunelm's new autumn collection IRL, this is the £40 lampshade I can't stop thinking about – it’s the perfect balance of style and personality

It will put you in the mood for autumn cosiness

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Every interiors editor I know goes to this brand for expensive-looking garden furniture, and they're having a massive clearance sale right now

12 pieces on my watchlist

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I wasted years using a garden parasol – we swapped it for a crank awning, and it's doubled our usable shade during sunny days on our patio

It's doubled our usable shade on sunny days on our patio

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Yes, it’s only July, but I predict Primark’s autumn range is about to go viral – 6 picks you need to buy now before social media beats you to it

I spy pumpkins, pumpkins and more pumpkins

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Dunelm has the ultimate dish drying mat for a country cottage kitchen – it proves that frills are here to stay

Unaesthetic draining boards are a thing of the past

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5 living room features that give interior experts the 'ick' – avoid these decor pet peeves to ensure a stylish, relaxing space

The pet peeves the pros can't stand

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I only ever finish 85% of every DIY project – and I've stopped feeling guilty about it

I've finally made peace with never quite finishing

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‘The most fun appliance I’ve ever tested’ – our expert Home Economist on why the sellout Ninja SLUSHi Twist absolutely lives up to the hype

Take your hosting to the next level

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Can you use an irrigation system during a hosepipe ban? It could be the loophole you need to keep your garden watered this summer

But only if you use this type

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5 hidden fire risks that could destroy your garden during a heatwave – how to keep your home and family safe

Long periods of hot, dry weather mean your garden is at greater risk of fire

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How to stop flies from coming into the house – these 5 quick and easy methods prove that prevention is always better than the cure

The hacks you need to know

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Can fitting air conditioning boost your home’s value? Experts reveal how to maximise the ROI if you install it and you’re not in your forever home

Done well, adding air conditioning could make your home more desirable to potential buyers

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5 ways to get flies out of the house – expert-approved ways to banish these annoying visitors and maintain a fly-free home

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