Latest articles by Helen McCue
7 things you never knew you could clean with bleach
Bleach might be a go-to substance for killing germs, but did you know there are other things it can be used to clean?
7 places you should never store your Christmas tree
Before you put away your festive decorations, avoid these 7 places when storing your Christmas tree.
7 things you should never recycle — you’ll be surprised
You might think you're doing your part for the planet, but you'll be surprised that these things can’t be recycled.
7 ways to make towels soft and fluffy — without a dryer
We’ve found 7 ways to keep your towels soft and fluffy, even if you don’t own a dryer.
How to clean up Christmas tree pine needles with ease
Keep those pesky pine needles under control with these top tips.
Nespresso Lattissima One review
The Nespresso Lattissima One can automatically dispense hot frothy milk, but only in small amounts.
Nespresso Essenza Mini review
The Nespresso Essenza Mini is a tiny, discreet coffee maker ideal for small spaces.
9 things you should never flush down the toilet
Avoid clogged pipes and damaging the environment by keeping these things out of your toilet.
Breville Nespresso Creatista Plus review
The Breville Nespresso Creatista Plus bridges the gap between convenience and control.
Nespresso Pixie review
The Nespresso Pixie is a compact and sturdy capsule coffee maker that’s great for small spaces.
Nespresso Vertuo Next review
Packed with all the latest features Nespresso has to offer, the Nespresso Vertuo Next takes the hassle out of brewing coffee.
7 best plants to grow on a wall
Want to cover up a wall in your backyard? These are the plants to get.
9 best plants that grow back every year
Want an ongoing display of flowers in your yard? We’ve found the 9 best perennials for repeated blooms.
7 best small trees for a compact yard
Is your yard tight for space? We’ve found 7 small trees which won’t become overbearing.
7 clever uses for an ice cube tray
Ice cube trays can be used for more than just freezing water and we've rounded up some clever ways to get more from them
7 ways to collect and reuse rainwater
Want to save on your water bills? Here’s how you can collect and recycle rainwater
Bread machine vs oven — which is better?
Stuck between buying a bread machine or using your oven? Here, we breakdown the differences.
7 surprising uses for aluminum foil
Aluminum foil is great for roasting and baking, but we’ve found 7 more clever ways you can use it.
7 best plants to reduce indoor air pollution
Want to improve your air quality at home? These plants can help
7 things you should always keep in the trunk of your car
The car’s trunk is often cluttered, but there are 7 things you should always keep in there.
7 ways you didn’t know you could use hydrogen peroxide
Want to know how you can use hydrogen peroxide around the home? We’ve found 7 uses.
Nespresso Vertuo review
The Nespresso Vertuo is the original Vertuo machine and its smart technology makes brewing coffee foolproof, but it’s bulky and can’t heat milk.
7 uses for ground cover plants
Ground cover plants are more useful than you know, Here are 7 benefits of ground cover plants.
