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7 brilliant uses for your Christmas tree that beat throwing it away
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn seven ways to reuse your Christmas tree, rather than sending it straight to the trash heap.

5 bleach mistakes you might be making when cleaning your bathroom, according to a pro cleaner
By Grace Dean last updated
Don't make these common mistakes

Don't let your shed rot this winter — 3 preventive steps every shed owner should take
By Carrie Etter published
Learn how to prevent shed rot this winter, by by following these three steps to protect your shed from damage.

Centipedes in your home are a warning sign — here's how to stop them
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn why centipedes appear in homes, what pests they're hunting, and how to eliminate both centipedes and their prey for good.

How to keep your Christmas cactus producing gorgeous blooms every year
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn simple year-round Christmas cactus care tips for watering, light, and temperature to ensure healthy blooms every holiday season.

Got a robot vacuum? 4 tips and tricks to make it clean every room better
By Carrie Etter published
Get your robot vacuum cleaning every room perfectly with these top tips.

I've discovered the easiest way to clean pine needles from carpet — and it's genius
By Kaycee Hill published
Real Christmas trees drop pine needles everywhere, here's the easiest way to clean them all up without needing a vacuum.

I tried the cobwebbing method, and it helped me part with festive clutter in just one hour
By Grace Dean published
Breaking my emotional bond with items has cleared so much space
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