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I saved over £500 by reupholstering my dream footstool myself - here's how I used secondhand finds to make it happen

A professionally upholstered footstool can set you back hundreds, but I made mine for around £100

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‘Window stacking’ is the method experts recommend to keep your home cool in the July heatwave – this is how to do it in your home

This is how to prep and heat-proof your home for the impending rise in temperatures

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6 key ingredients every stylish Scandi bathroom needs to create a serene and spa-like scheme

The room recipe to nail this aesthetic in your home

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I asked three pro organisers how they create order in small homes with limited storage – they all agreed that this one thing is a game-changer

Top tips to banish clutter

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I’ve used this electric mop over 100 times, and this is how I honestly feel about it eight months after my first review

This is why I'm still in my electric mop era

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Experts reveal the best places to put air conditioning in a house – and the spots to avoid to get the most out of your investment

Plus the spots to avoid to get the most out of your investment

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Why I'd never choose a south-facing kitchen as a Kitchen Editor – the alternative orientations that will deliver a sunny, but cool cooking space

A south-facing kitchen is a struggle when a heatwave strikes

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Your small potted plants won't survive a hot summer if you use the wrong soil – this is the mix experts recommend

A healthy foundation is *everything*

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4 ways to shade plants during hot weather without moving them, according to garden experts – say goodbye to faded flowers and yellow leaves

If your garden is struggling with excessive heat, here's how to keep you plants cool and shaded

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5 appliances experts say to unplug immediately – they make your home hotter and waste energy in a heatwave

These easy switches help beat the heat and will save you money in the long run

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Sorry, cream kettles - this new neutral shade is the trendiest choice for any kitchen in 2026

Your kettle and toaster deserve a fresh new look, too

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31 creative boys’ bedroom ideas to borrow from these fun and whimsical children’s rooms that are not just blue

From themes to colour schemes, here's evverything you need to know to create an unforgettable space for your little one

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Cool down corners are the heatwave hack experts swear by if you don’t have an air conditioner – here’s all you need to know

They’ll help you beat the heat, without compromising on style

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7 vegetables to sow in containers right now for delicious late-summer harvests – these fast-growing varieties are perfect for small gardens

These fast-growing varieties are perfect for small gardens

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5 easy ways to cool a living room quickly without air conditioning, according to pros – feel comfortable even during extreme heat

Portable air conditioners are selling out everywhere. This is how to cool your living room without one

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Alison Hammond’s sock hack is all I’ve used to stay cool this heatwave – it’s easy, free and provides instant relief

No, I've not gone crazy - this unconventional cooling method works a treat

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I own a £500 air con unit, but I'm choosing this under £10 Amazon buy to sleep cooler instead

It's low-tech cooling solutions for the win in my house

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How to protect potted plants in a heatwave – 7 expert tips to stop containers drying out when temperatures soar

They'll thrive all summer long

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South East Water issues hosepipe ban that will affect over 850,000 customers – everything you need to know

The ban officially comes into effect on 3 July, but South East Water want you to start complying now

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I'm a Sleep Editor who has tested every cooling bedding product under the sun – this £15 buy is the only thing helping me sleep in the heatwave

It's now my go-to hot weather sleep solution

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How to keep your lawn alive in a heatwave – 4 ways to rescue your grass during this week’s red weather warning

It isn't business as usual...

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'Brilliant at keeping the bedroom cool and dark' – this £6.50 Dunelm buy has shoppers raving about the difference it's made to their sleep during the heatwave

'I'm really impressed, worth every penny'

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Where to position your fan to create a wind chill effect – experts say this quick and easy hack will cool your home fast

Are you putting your fan in the right place?

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It’s too hot for candles! This is what I’m using to scent my home in a heatwave instead

4 ways I'm making my home smell nice with no scented candles in sight

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Are lawn mowers or robot lawn mowers better for a healthy lawn? Experts say one could make your grass a lot greener

One could make your grass a lot greener

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