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Bedrooms will be cool at night without a fan if you use everyday bathroom item
4+ hour, 51+ min ago (453+ words) It can be hard to stay cool during the heatwave(Image: Anna Cinaroglu via Getty Images) Summer is here as the heatwave takes hold of much of the UK, yet coping with the warmth during the night can prove problematic....
How to keep birds and garden wildlife safe in summer heat
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (757+ words) A clean birdbath is an attractive haven for wildlife(Image: Getty) Birdbaths are a common piece of garden decor that draws in birds and wildlife. Households that own a birdbath are being advised to place a 2p coin in them this…...
Keep wasps out of your garden this summer with 69p item they 'hate"
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (368+ words) Wasps can be a pain when you're out in the garden (Image: Getty) Whether it's a barbecue, beverages in the garden or an alfresco meal with the family, wasps seem to possess an uncanny ability to detect food the moment…...
When to water garden plants in hot weather
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (441+ words) Gardeners told to 'always' water plants at 1 time of day to stop them drying out(Image: Kathrin Ziegler via Getty Images) With most of the UK enduring a heatwave, it's not only humans feeling the pressure. Gardens, balconies and outdoor…...
Get rid of house flies this summer with simple 30-second method
1+ week, 1+ hour ago (483+ words) As the summer heats up, it's important to make sure your home is tidy and free from pests. With summer upon us, most households are gearing up for holidays or looking forward to leisurely days spent enjoying the sunshine. However,…...
Doctor's shiny hair routine and key mistakes you could be making
1+ week, 1+ day ago (276+ words) There are a few simple steps to get shiny, glossy hair(Image: Getty) A doctor who shares hair, skin and beauty tips on her social media platform has revealed a straightforward routine to maintain shiny and healthy locks. Her guidance,…...
Gardeners will have 'sweet' tomatoes if they follow Alan Titchmarsh's key advice
1+ week, 4+ day ago (458+ words) Tomatoes thrive in warm and sunny weather(Image: Getty) June seems to be the ideal month to start cultivating tomatoes in your garden, though expert guidance should be followed before beginning. Home-grown tomatoes are beginning to thrive, but there's still…...
Slugs will leave garden plants alone if 21p kitchen staple applied to leaves
1+ week, 2+ day ago (673+ words) Slugs are most active in the spring and summer months(Image: Getty) Slugs frequently head the list of most unwelcome garden nuisances and are commonly regarded as a gardener's worst nightmare. These gastropods don't just destroy seedlings virtually overnight, they…...
Washing machine mildew will vanish with common items added to the drum
1+ week, 4+ day ago (470+ words) A cleaning fan shared a simple hack to help tackle mildew smells in your washing machine - and all you'll need is two common household item(Image: Yulia Romashko via Getty Images) Washing machines endure considerable use on a daily basis,…...
Bedrooms will stop being dusty for weeks if you use an everyday item
1+ week, 5+ day ago (619+ words) Skirting boards and windowsills can become incredibly dusty in the summer. (Image: Getty) During the summer months, we're inclined to leave our windows open constantly, but many don't realise this can lead to extra cleaning, as it invites dust into…...