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Gardeners told to spray roses with natural item in May to protect them from rust
Gardens and flowers
Roses across the country may be battling rust disease as the humid weather encourages the disease to spread
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Stacey Solomon's £1 hack gets rid of mould on your bathroom sealant
Cleaning hacks
This cheap and effective tip will have your shower and bath looking brand new again
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Bananas will keep fresh for up to 26 days if you follow this genius storage hack
Life hacks
Bananas can ripen in an instant if they are stored in the wrong place.
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'I'm a gardening expert – do this vital task before planting your garden centre flowers'
Gardens and flowers
This simple tip could will help you get more for your money when shopping at a garden centre – and it involves something you might not expect. Here's all you need to know
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Gardeners urged to plant £1.08 herb to deter Asian hornets
Gardens and flowers
Asian hornets are a highly invasive species that were accidentally introduced to the UK in 2016. They are known to decimate bee populations and ravage ecosystems.
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Tourist shares 'genius' way to turn on hotel room lights without using key card
Travel
Next time anyone goes away on holiday, this little trick might save you some bother in your hotel room – you just have to play your cards right
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Scrambled Eggs taste better than ever with these two simple ingredients
Life hacks
Adding these two ingredients into your scrambled eggs will elevate your breakfast this weekend
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Keep bananas fresh for longer using one kitchen item
Food
Bananas are a great snack but can turn brown and mushy quickly - but a food expert has shared a simple way to keep bananas fresh for longer.
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Proper way to store lemons to stop them going off and it's not in the fruit bowl
Life hacks
Lemons are a staple in many kitchens, but if you're storing them incorrectly, they can go off fairly quickly. Here's how to keep them fresh for up to a month.
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Keep your oranges 'fresher and juicier' for longer by storing them in this one place
Homes and property
Making these few small changes will mean you get the best out of your oranges.
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Woman shares homemade natural wasp repellent spray with just 3 ingredients
Homes and property
At this time of year, wasps are out in full force. But a homemade solution can get rid of the pests without using chemical sprays
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Cleaning experts warning over three rooms you're not vacuuming enough
Cleaning hacks
Many of us aren't keeping on top of three rooms which need tackled between two and three times a week
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Simple 2-ingredient concoction 'gets white socks fresh as new again'
Cleaning hacks
Jess Eatonn has shared her simple two-ingredient hack to get white socks looking 'fresh as new' again - and her video showing the cleaning tip has received thousands of views
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Pest controller reveals simple check that can stop ants 'invading your property'
Life hacks
There's no denying that ants can be a nuisance and, unfortunately, their presence is more common during the summer months as they venture indoors
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Blow up pool 'instantly' item you already have at home - and it's a 'life-saver'
Life hacks
A mum has shared a 'hack of the century' that helped her inflate a paddling pool in minutes, using a common item that most of us have in our homes - and people are calling it 'life-saving'
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Cucumbers won't rot and will stay fresh for a week if stored alongside kitchen utensil
Food
Cucumbers are a popular and refreshing addition to a wide variety of dishes but they can turn mushy quickly if they are not stored correctly.
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'I pack for seven nights without paying for cabin luggage using clever hack'
Life hacks
A frequent flyer has shared the savvy hack she uses to save on luggage fees during week-long trips
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'Calming' method can help you get a better quality sleep and 'reduce cramps'
Health
There's nothing worse than tossing and turning at night trying to get to sleep, but a simple bathroom staple could help you drift off, according to an expert
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Cut energy costs in 'half' as best time of day to use tumble dryer revealed
Life hacks
Tumble dryers, particularly older models, can be one of the most energy-guzzling appliances in the home - but changing when you use them may help you make significant savings
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Banish moths from your home this season with this easy 40p hack
Homes and property
This clever trick will deter moths from your home during the warmer months
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Exact temperature to wash bedding and banish bed bugs as cases soar in May
Homes and property
Households are expected to clean their mattresses every six months to prevent bacteria, bugs and germs.
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How to get rid of dandelions from your lawn this spring - according to an expert
Gardens and flowers
Dandelions can be a big problem in the garden, especially on the lawn, where they spread rapidly and take nutrients from other plants. But one expert has shared a 20 second method to get rid of them.
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Chef's 3-step slow cooker leg of lamb recipe is perfect for Easter Sunday
Easter
With Easter Sunday just a few days away, many will be celebrating the holiday by tucking into a traditional roast lamb dinner - and one chef has shared the perfect recipe for it.
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Never throw away your used tea bags as expert tells of surprising usage
Homes and property
Tea bags can be repurposed to benefit plants and flowers, helping to reduce waste.
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