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The one thing you need to know before buying an IKEA mattress – as someone who learned the hard way

Are IKEA mattresses standard UK size? I asked an IKEA sleep expert to clear up the question once and for all

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Why is my heat pump blowing cold air? Experts warn it could be one of these five things — and three of them need immediate attention

Get your heat pump back up and running again in no time

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5 ways to use rubbing alcohol for a spotless home, according to cleaning experts

This £5 buy can clean a multitude of household sins

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I tried a 28-litre air fryer designed to replace your built-in oven for good — here's how I got on

How does this huge air fryer oven fare in our tests?

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What is Wabi-sabi? The minimal kitchen trend designed to give you peace of mind in 2025

This simplistic approach to kitchen design is the key to a mindful cooking space

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How often do you clean your bathroom? Cleaning experts reveal the daily, weekly and monthly cleaning tasks we should all be doing

Regular cleaning is needed to keep your bathroom fresh and clean

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Floodproofing a house — 12 things flood experts say you can do while renovating to improve your home's flood resistance and resilience

Your home doesn't have to be in a flood zone to be at risk of water damage. Protect it with these top renovation tips

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Are you overlooking this one key factor in your hunt for a good mattress? Sleep experts say it's the key to a good night's rest

Sleep experts explain why the breathability of your mattress is a vital ingredient in getting a good night's sleep

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Is it too late to plant tulips in January? You'll be thrilled to know it's not –so long as you are mindful of these things

What you need to know when planting tulip bulbs in January

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Sofas are getting a micro update that will make a big impact in 2025 – what you need to know about the sofa piping trend

The latest statement-making living room trend that proves individualistic interiors are in

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If you lost power during Storm Éowyn you could be entitled to up to £700 in compensation - here's how to tell if you're eligible

If you've been without power for more than 24 hours, you could be entitled to compensation

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How to remove ivy from a house - experts explain how to get rid of this plant if it's damaging your home

A step-by-step guide to eradicating this self-clinging species

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5 tricks for ventilating a bathroom with no windows - expert tips that will keep mould and humidity under control

No window? No problem, try out these easy and affordable alternatives instead

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Gardeners could be slapped with a hefty fine for this tree planting mistake

Planning on planting a new tree in your garden? Read this first...

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3 things you should never do when storing cast iron pans - experts reveal the common storage mistakes that can damage your cookware

Keep your heirloom cookware in pristine condition with these tips

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M&S have given their sell-out light-up candles a romantic update in time for Valentine’s Day - but you’ll have to be quick as they’re already a bestseller

Love is in the air - and it smells good

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How to draught-proof a front door — expert-approved tips to shut out the cold and prevent internal heat from escaping

Experts reveal how to identify the problem areas and what you’ll need to seal your home from the elements

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Sarah Raven's new dahlia collection with Cath Kidston guarantees a designer-worthy cut flower garden, even for beginners

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How long does it take to tile a bathroom? You need to a lot more time than you’d think according to tiling experts

As a general rule of thumb, this is how long you should be leaving to get the job done properly

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The 10 bathroom colour trends to bring your powder room, en-suites, and family bathrooms into 2025

Say hello to personality-packed bathrooms with this year’s exciting new colour trends

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The Aeyla adjustable pillow has a lot of positive reviews from side sleepers, but during testing I discovered one major downside

My Aeyla FOAMO Pillow review puts this adjustable memory foam and microfibre pillow to the test

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5 colours that go with brown — the colour combos experts use to make this shade look incredible in any room

Make this trending shade shine

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Binky Felstead's blue family kitchen is a stunning example of how repainting cabinetry can transform a space - here's how to get the look

Consider repainting instead of ripping out...

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Tiffany lamps have had a huge comeback for 2025 - how to style this nostalgic lighting trend

Tiffany lamps you will always be famous...

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