11 h. ago UK households told to put kitchen foil on radiators in October

UK households have been told it may be a good idea to put kitchen foil on radiators from October. It may benefit you in more ways than you think, and it's easy to do

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11 h. ago UK households told to lock all their doors and windows by 3pm

The Met Office has issued a number of weather warnings for the UK as Storm Amy hits the country, with the forecaster advising households to take a number of precautions

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36 h. ago All households told to keep windows open no matter how cold it gets

An expert has urged all households to keep their windows open for as long as possible, and it's something you should be doing every day, no matter how cold it is outside

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59 h. ago UK households told to spray window ledges and door frames with vinegar this October

It might sound bizarre, but the natural ingredient has many benefits for your home and garden

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62 h. ago Brits are being told to put a bowl of SALT on their windowsills this autumn

Although it may sound bizarre, Brits are being urged to put salt by their windowsills as we enter autumn and temperatures steadily drop.

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63 h. ago Households told to take action today as energy price cap rises

The energy price cap will rise by 2 per cent in England, Scotland and Wales from Wednesday

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3 d. ago UK households told to pour washing up liquid over grass in October

Gardening experts are recommending this little-known hack

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3 d. ago Gardeners told to pour household item on lawns in October for one reason

There's a simple way to help your lawn become green and lush without using harsh chemicals - and it involves something everyone has in the house

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4 d. ago UK households told to put bowl of 50p rice on windowsill to stop condensation

Condensation can lead to damp and mould which can be damaging for your home and your health

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5 d. ago UK households told to open windows from October despite drop in temperatures

Condensation is a big problem in the UK, but there's one simple thing you can do to help prevent it

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7 d. ago UK households told 'do not' rinse plates before putting them in dishwasher

A dishwasher expert has put some common myths to bed

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7 d. ago UK households told to rub vinegar on their windows as temperatures plummet

Condensation on windows is a common problem in the winter months, but one window specialist has shared a 'quick fix' solution that can help prevent it from forming

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8 d. ago Scots householders told to pull curtains closed at 7pm from tomorrow

This simple trick can make a significant difference to how warm your home feels this autumn

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9 d. ago UK households told to smear washing up liquid over windows this October

Condensation is a common problem in UK homes during autumn and winter, but there is an easy way to tackle it

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1 week ago Warning to all UK households with chimneys as they are told 'act now'

Those with fireplaces and wood burning stoves need to act now, say experts

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1 week ago UK households told 'do not' fix squeaky gates and doors for key reason

It might seem odd, but it could help to protect your property

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1 week ago UK households told to rub shaving foam onto windows to tackle condensation

It is an effective hack to get rid of condensation during autumn and winter

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2 w. ago UK households told to stock up on essential item before end of September

Rural homes often need heating oil as they are based in "off-grid" areas and don't have access to the main gas network.

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2 w. ago UK households told to open windows at exact times to stop common autumn problem

As we transition into autumn, the cooler, wetter weather often brings with it the common issue of condensation, which can lead to the growth of mould and dampness

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2 w. ago UK households told to put lemon peel in dishwasher for important reason

Dishwashers are a game changer in the kitchen, but they need a bit of maintenance to keep working correctly. Luckily, there's an easy and cheap method to add a shine back to your dishwasher

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