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5 ways to create more storage space in your home - you'll squeeze the most out of every last inch
Find out how interior experts maximize efficient storage space in every room
By Jacky Parker Published
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Should I get a smart assistant with a screen? The reasons our tech expert upgraded his home, and the best deals
Plenty of people won’t need their smart speaker to have a screen, but for some, it’s an extremely handy upgrade
By Alan Martin Published
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Liming your lawn could be the answer to luscious grass come spring - here's when and how to do it
Liming during fall is the experts' secret weapon for achieving a luscious lawn, but you'll need to do it soon
By Amy McArdle Published
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Gardeners say this tree is perfect for fall foliage, and now is the time to plant one - Here are 4 tips on where it should go
This tree is a fall favorite, and it makes quite the garden spectacle
By Raluca Racasan Published
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‘It’s perfect for entertaining!’ - 5 designer-approved tricks to achieve an elevated Hamptons-style kitchen
Recreate the look of a sophisticated Hamptons kitchen with these 5 tricks you can copy at home
By Raluca Racasan Published
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These are the 5 best flowers and foliage for winter arrangements, according to florists
Beautiful bouquets aren't reserved for spring and summer only
By Amy McArdle Published
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Apple's genius new trick makes it so easy to share passwords between iPhones
If you’re an all-iPhone household, sharing passwords just got easier. Here’s how to use Apple’s new password sharing feature
By Alan Martin Published
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Experts are hailing the viral ‘closing shift’ method that actually makes you want to tidy up at the end of each day
This expert-approved tidying trick is all about making sure you get a smooth start to each day
By Raluca Racasan Published
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'No holes necessary!' - This is the easiest way to hang your Christmas wreath without damaging your door
No decor is worth irreparable damage to your home, so check out this super simple way to adorn your door this year
By Amy McArdle Published
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7 easy steps to elevate your backyard with a year-round foliage border - 'They add structure and texture!'
You can completely change the look of your garden by creating a beautiful foliage border, and they last year-round
By Raluca Racasan Published
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5 garden plants that are prolific flowerers in winter - they'll bloom in your backyard even in the coldest months
Temperatures might drop but blooms in the garden don't have to stop if you add these winter beauties to your planting scheme
By Sarah Wilson Published
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7 toxic houseplants you should never bring into a home with pets, according to experts
Take care of your furry friends by making sure you never bring these houseplants into your home
By Raluca Racasan Published
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'They exude comfort!' - 5 thoughtful ways designers style a cozy bed for extra winter warmth
These small updates make the coziest bedscape for hunkering down
By Amy McArdle Published
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'They make gifting simple!' - 7 of the best apps to organize your Christmas list and help you budget this season
These Christmas list apps will streamline your gift-buying experience
By Raluca Racasan Published
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'They're such faux pas!' - 5 common Thanksgiving mistakes experts hosts urge you to avoid
When it comes to Thanksgiving etiquette, the best hosts will never make any of these common errors
By Amy McArdle Published
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How to propagate a Christmas cactus - 5 tips to growing your own from cuttings
If you're looking for a pretty pink Christmas cactus in time for the big day, these are the propagation steps to follow
By Oonagh Turner Published
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This super quick DIY is exactly what every Christmas tree needs to immediately make it look more impressive
This viral hack could be the finishing touch your tree needs
By Raluca Racasan Published
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This trick for hanging outdoor Christmas lights without gutters is so simple and it works for virtually any surface
Brighten up your neighborhood this holiday season with this simple technique
By Amy McArdle Published
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How to cast a phone to your TV - a step-by-step guide for iPhone and Android
Knowing how to cast from your phone to TV opens up a world of big-screen joy - from screen mirroring to Chromecast, this guide makes its easy
By Alan Martin Last updated
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5 colors you should never paint a dark room - and what experts would choose instead
These fail-safe ideas will help you find the perfect shades of paint for light-deprived spaces
By Tessa Pearson Published
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How to make sure you don’t have regrets after decluttering - 5 tips that'll keep you from having "organizer's remorse"
Avoid making these mistakes when it comes to organizing and you'll never regret what you get rid of from your home
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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5 things expert hosts always pay attention to at Thanksgiving that you're probably forgetting
Incorporate these expert tips and tricks into your celebrations this year for an elevated Thanksgiving experience
By Amy McArdle Published
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‘Leave them untouched!’ – 3 reasons why you shouldn't clear up dead leaves in your backyard this fall
While a fall cleanup is a good habit to have, dead leaves can have some great benefits for your backyard
By Raluca Racasan Published
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Should I move my houseplants for winter? Follow this advice to keep your greenery happy and healthy this season
These experts tell us where your houseplants should be placed in winter to help them flourish
By Raluca Racasan Published
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5 easy backyard planting plans to make now - next year will be the most beautiful ever
Now is the time to take stock and plan how to take your planting up a level for plants and flowers that will really steal the limelight in your garden next year
By Sarah Wilson Published
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5 things all amazing winter gardens have - landscape designers agree on a 'must-list'
These are the five things landscape designers say the perfect winter garden always has
By Oonagh Turner Published
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'They're so ineffective!' – 5 kitchen organizers professionals urge you not to buy for a more efficient space
Functionality in a kitchen is essential, but not all organizing gadgets are as useful as they seem...
By Amy McArdle Published
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5 things not to prune this November – leave these plants as they are and they will thrive next year
Although late fall seems an obvious time to get plants in shape first check their pruning preferences so you don't send them into stress mode
By Sarah Wilson Published
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What is the "mailbox" decluttering hack? The one-in-one-out method for keeping your home clutter-free
This one-in-one-out method is an easy reminder to have a frequent little clear out, but is it the most effective way of keeping on top of things? We ask the professionals
By Portia Carroll Published