6 h. ago UK households urged to spray peppermint on curtains in September

UK households are being encouraged to spray their curtains with peppermint this month for this one specific reason.

Politics

28 h. ago UK households urged to remove 5 plants from bedroom that can ruin a night's sleep

If you're tossing and turning at night your house plants might be to blame - experts have revealed 5 plants you should avoid keeping in your bedroom if you want a good night's sleep

Politics

34 h. ago UK households urged to switch heating on over next two weeks

It is being advised before the coldest weather sets in

Society

36 h. ago UK households urged to check wardrobes before putting summer clothes away

One common issue could be ruining your clothes

Events

63 h. ago Martin Lewis warns households to fix energy bills now before October price rise

Ofgem has confirmed another price hike in October, and Martin Lewis is urging households to act quickly to lock in cheaper fixed tariffs.

Events

68 h. ago UK households urged to apply for new £500 cost of living payment

The help is being issued by energy advice charity Act on Energy as gas and electricity bills are set to rise again this winter

Economics

3 d. ago Households urged to lock in a new mortgage deal now after Barclays ups rates and gilt yields hit 27

Households are being urged to lock in a new mortgage deal as soon as possible, after Barclays announced it's upping rates.

Economics

4 d. ago Householders urged to put cotton wool on windowsills in September

People should act now to keep insects out of their homes during peak spider season.

Politics

4 d. ago UK households urged to use one kitchen ingredient in their gardens for 'bird paradise'

Gardeners have been urged to sprinkle a low-cost ingredient across their gardens to stop squirrels stealing bird feed

Events

4 d. ago Scots households urged to boil lemon peels in water from today

Lemons can serve an important purpose around homes throughout September

Politics

8 d. ago Millions of Brits urged to make £138 energy saving with one simple change

Over three millions households are likely to be overpaying on energy bills by £138 a year - and it could be how you pay, but one small changes could save hundreds

Economics

8 d. ago 'Householders urged to leave bedroom curtains open all night from September'

As autumn falls so too does the risk of increased condensation and mould but experts say there is an easy way to stop that

Politics

8 d. ago Households urged to do this 1 job 'everybody forgets' once a week

The cleaning expert said it's something the majority of us have probably been neglecting to do.

Society

9 d. ago UK households urged to make vital boiler check ahead of energy price cap rise

Gas and electricity prices will go up for millions of households this autumn

Politics

9 d. ago Householders urged to count their fridge magnets for this reason

Whirpool has issued a statement about the effects the humble magnet can have on your refrigerator.

Politics

1 week ago Welsh households buying olive oil urged to avoid mistake which can ruin taste

Olive oil can be pretty pricey, so you'll want your bottle to last as long as possible without losing its flavour. But there's a simple mistake that many people make when it comes to storing their olive oil, which can make it bland.

Society

1 week ago Households urged to do one task with garden centre plants to save money

A gardening expert has shared a clever money-saving tip for anyone who wants to spruce up their outdoor areas with new plants from the garden centre - and it couldn't be simpler

Economics

1 week ago Scots households urged to keep tennis ball in kitchen for unusual but clever reason

According to experts, a tennis ball should be an essential item in your cleaning cupboard.

Politics

1 week ago UK households urged to follow 'golden rule' when loading washing machine to slash energy bills

It could stop you from using more electricity

Science

1 week ago Scots households urged to draw chalk around beds before next month

The method is believed to be effective in controlling and repelling spiders during peak season.

Politics