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I only washed my clothes on a 30° cycle for four weeks and this is how much I saved on my energy bills and my laundry is just as clean

This is how much I saved and the laundry was just as clean

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Banish bad smells from your food waste bin with this simple cleaning trick – all you need is this 1 cupboard essential

This clever cleaning trick neutralise bad smells before you even notice them

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7 speedy ways to kill weeds – garden experts swear by these 5-minute methods to get rid of them without the overwhelm

Keep weeds under control all season with these quick, expert-backed tricks

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Fed up with clutter? This is the exact amount of crockery you *actually* need in a kitchen – as well as inspiration to ditch the rest

The exact equation for a clutter-free kitchen

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I tested a new cordless vacuum from an under-the-radar brand in my chaotic family home – it's smart, sleek, and its edge cleaning is a game-changer

It's smart, sleek and super powerful

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Sorry stripes, woodblock florals are this spring's biggest bedding trend – and I'm not surprised this look is selling out fast

I'm not surprised this look is selling out fast

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4 easy ways to dispose of garden waste if you don’t have a garden waste bin

How you can dispose of garden waste if you're not eligible for a collection

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Sorry, beige, the most stylish homes are ditching this popular neutral for these 2 warm and earthy colours

Beige is out in 2026 – and these 2 stylish shades are replacing it

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Yes, you should put coffee grounds around your bird feeder to deter pests – but with one major exception say experts

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Experts urge gardeners to spread this natural material in their garden in May to deter slugs – it has so many more benefits, too

If slugs have been ravaging your garden, wool (yes, sheep's wool) can really help

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These 3 bijou wet rooms make a serious case for ditching a shower tray in 2026 – this is how to make this stylish layout work in a tiny space

Take inspiration from these 3 real homes with major design points

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6 of the best cottage garden plants for pots – nail the whimsical planting scheme wherever you've got room for containers

These varieties thrive in containers

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Preloved, recycled and handmade – see how this family has furnished their truly unique home on a tiny budget

It's brimming with salvaged finds, clever DIY projects and personal touches

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This is the most affordable (and comfortable) memory foam mattress topper I've tested – I can't believe it's under £100

I certainly won't be taking this topper off our bed anytime soon

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The secret weapon experts swear by for happy, hydrated hanging baskets all summer long – and you can even water them less

This easy-to-follow tip ensures stunning displays in your hanging baskets, with minimal effort on your part

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I'm an M&S-obsessed editor who checks the 'new in' section every day – this chic picnicware stopped me in my tracks ahead of alfresco dining season

Picnicware just got seriously stylish

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These 7 peony lookalikes are just as show-stopping, but they are much lower maintenance and bloom for so much longer

Peony season is short – we've found alternatives that you can plant for the rest of the year

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5 things renters need to know before the Renters Rights Act comes into effect on 1 May in England and Wales

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I'm a H&M Home-obsessed Editor who checks their website daily, and I've been waiting for their Riviera collection to drop – these 12 picks are already on my wishlist

They're going straight to my basket

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Want to make soft serve at home in under 30 minutes? I just tried an ice cream maker that can do just that for under £300, as well as slushies, sorbet and so much more

A multi-functional machine for less than £300

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My north-west garden is in shade most of the day, but B&Q's garden expert helped me create a hanging basket that will still thrive with these 5 top tips

A gorgeous hanging basket is still possible

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We thought the summerhouse would be the easy bit of building our forever home – but *spoiler alert* that was definitely not the case

How it became the most complex and difficult part of the entire project

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This Vonhaus air circulator may be compact enough to easily fit on my bedside table, but it definitely packs a punch when it comes to power — it’s less than £50 too

I put this air circulator through its paces to see how it fared in a real home environment

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I always thought robot lawn mowers were too complicated, but this Bosch one makes setup *so* easy – and it’s perfect for small gardens

It’s perfect for small gardens

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If you have a tiny garden, this is the easy-to-grow veg that thrives in small spaces – all you need is an old compost sack

Tiny balcony? No fear! You can still grow your own this summer

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