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Plan the perfect workspace at home – 3 design experts reveal their tips for a stylish and productive working from home station

There are plenty of ways to make home working productive and stylish

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Kitchen items you can no longer recycle when decluttering due to new bin rules in England – and what to do with them instead

What to do with them instead

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Aldi’s super-affordable gas pizza oven is back and £230 cheaper than Ooni – I’m obsessed with its on-trend update for 2026

Run, don't walk

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6 beautiful plants that stop weeds from taking over your garden beds – evergreen beauties and pollinator favourites that will save you hours of weeding

Evergreen beauties and pollinator favourites that will save you hours of weeding

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Does there really have to be a door between your house and conservatory or is there a way of opening them up to each other? I asked the experts for the best solution (that doesn’t break the law)

Or is there a way of opening them up to each other? I asked the experts for the best solution (that doesn’t break the law)

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The cost of haste – in my rush to cross the finishing line, I made some decorating choices that I’d change in a heartbeat if I had my time over

In my rush to finish, I made some choices that I’d change in a heartbeat

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Is your exterior house colour going out of style? Experts reveal the shades fading in popularity this year and the ones replacing them

The two colours that will elevate your house exterior

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STIHL's new cordless grass trimmer is quieter than other models, with just as much power – it tidied my lawn edges in no time

It's effortless!

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Waste experts reveal what to put in a compost bin vs a food waste bin – mistaking the two could cost you a healthy garden

Both are very important for the upkeep of a sustainable home

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I tried De'Longhi's Primadonna bean-to-cup machine - it's so clever, it's like having a live-in barista who learns your favourite drinks and even suggests tweaks for you

I'm blown away by the intelligence of this coffee machine

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I only washed my clothes on a 30° cycle for four weeks and this is how much I saved on my energy bills and my laundry is just as clean

This is how much I saved and the laundry was just as clean

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Banish bad smells from your food waste bin with this simple cleaning trick – all you need is this 1 cupboard essential

This clever cleaning trick neutralise bad smells before you even notice them

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7 speedy ways to kill weeds – garden experts swear by these 5-minute methods to get rid of them without the overwhelm

Keep weeds under control all season with these quick, expert-backed tricks

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Fed up with clutter? This is the exact amount of crockery you *actually* need in a kitchen – as well as inspiration to ditch the rest

The exact equation for a clutter-free kitchen

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I tested a new cordless vacuum from an under-the-radar brand in my chaotic family home – it's smart, sleek, and its edge cleaning is a game-changer

It's smart, sleek and super powerful

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Sorry stripes, woodblock florals are this spring's biggest bedding trend – and I'm not surprised this look is selling out fast

I'm not surprised this look is selling out fast

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4 easy ways to dispose of garden waste if you don’t have a garden waste bin

How you can dispose of garden waste if you're not eligible for a collection

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Sorry, beige, the most stylish homes are ditching this popular neutral for these 2 warm and earthy colours

Beige is out in 2026 – and these 2 stylish shades are replacing it

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Yes, you should put coffee grounds around your bird feeder to deter pests – but with one major exception say experts

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Experts urge gardeners to spread this natural material in their garden in May to deter slugs – it has so many more benefits, too

If slugs have been ravaging your garden, wool (yes, sheep's wool) can really help

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These 3 bijou wet rooms make a serious case for ditching a shower tray in 2026 – this is how to make this stylish layout work in a tiny space

Take inspiration from these 3 real homes with major design points

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6 of the best cottage garden plants for pots – nail the whimsical planting scheme wherever you've got room for containers

These varieties thrive in containers

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Preloved, recycled and handmade – see how this family has furnished their truly unique home on a tiny budget

It's brimming with salvaged finds, clever DIY projects and personal touches

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This is the most affordable (and comfortable) memory foam mattress topper I've tested – I can't believe it's under £100

I certainly won't be taking this topper off our bed anytime soon

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The secret weapon experts swear by for happy, hydrated hanging baskets all summer long – and you can even water them less

This easy-to-follow tip ensures stunning displays in your hanging baskets, with minimal effort on your part

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