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6 things plumbers never do in their own homes
DIY Hints & Tips

6 things plumbers never do in their own homes

Taking good care of the plumbing in your home is important to say the least, and that includes knowing what not to do.
Your favourite chore, based on your zodiac sign
DIY Hints & Tips, Food, Home & Garden, Home Tips

Your favourite chore, based on your zodiac sign

From vacuuming to laundry, no one likes doing chores – but there are certain ones that you're probably better at, according to your zodiac sign.
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40 magnificent ways to decorate a Christmas tree

Check out these 40 ideas for Christmas tree decorations and get in the holiday spirit.
Make Your Own Hanging Christmas Tree Ornaments
DIY Hints & Tips, DIY Projects

Make your own hanging Christmas tree ornaments in 5 easy steps

Make personalised Christmas ornaments using simple decoupage techniques.
20 problem-solving uses for soda water
DIY Hints & Tips, Food, Home & Garden

20 problem-solving uses for soda water

Think soda water is just a beverage or a stain remover? Think again!
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DIY Hints & Tips

9 surprising ways to cut down indoor air pollution

Research shows that indoor air pollution – often caused by dust mites and mould – can be up to 10 times greater than outdoor pollution. Use these easy tricks to avoid unnecessary allergy triggers [...]
How to complete a renovation without getting a divorce
DIY Hints & Tips, Relationships

How to complete a renovation without getting a divorce

DIY renovations can put a lot of stress on a marriage or any relationship. We’ve collected pieces of advice from homeowners who've made it through a renovation without their relationship suffering.
Clever ways to reuse dryer lint around the house
DIY Hints & Tips, Food, Home & Garden

Clever ways to reuse dryer lint around the house

When dryer lint piles up, it can become a fire hazard. But before you toss that dryer lint, consider using it for one of these purposes.
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9 things that can happen to your car when you don’t drive it
Culture, DIY Hints & Tips

9 things that can happen to your car when you don’t drive it

If you haven't picked up your car keys in a while, you should be aware of these nine things that can happen to your car.
50 internet hacks that just don’t work
Culture, DIY Hints & Tips

45 internet hacks that just don’t work

Brushing your teeth with charcoal will get rid of stains – along with your tooth enamel.
Things you need to clean after returning home at the moment
Culture, DIY Hints & Tips, Food, Home & Garden

Things you need to clean after returning home at the moment

You've left your seemingly safe bubble and ventured out into the world for groceries or other essential activities – learn how to disinfect everything to reduce your risk of spreading COVID-19 [...]
30 Easter crafts that will brighten any home
DIY Hints & Tips, Home Tips

Easter crafts that will brighten any home

From paper flowers to wreaths, these easy Easter crafts and decorating ideas are fun for kids and adults alike.
40+ things most homeowners aren’t doing but need to
DIY Hints & Tips, Home Tips

40+ things most homeowners aren’t doing but need to

You probably haven’t done these cleaning and home maintenance tasks lately (if ever!), but it’s imperative that you do. The good news is they’re easy, and we’ll show you how.
14 DIY projects to future-proof your home
DIY Hints & Tips

14 DIY projects to future-proof your home

We’ve rounded up 14 DIY projects that can make your home user-friendly far into the future.
DIY Hints & Tips

10 hilarious DIY jokes that will bring down the house

Sometimes the only way to make it through a reno is to laugh. These DIY jokes can help you see the lighter side of home improvement.
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