All news on the topic: Life hacks

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Woman with 'bad' case of fruit flies shares key to finally getting rid of them
If you're struggling with fruit flies in your home this year, you're not alone. Luckily, one woman has shared how she managed to get rid of them 'for good' with a simple solution
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Keep huge spiders from invading your home with this 14p household ingredient
As spider mating season begins in September, for those not keen on the eight-legged creatures - experts say there is an inexpensive solution
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Expert says we're using the toilet all wrong - and it's bad for our health
There is a perfect way to go for a number two, including a specific seating position, pelvic floor exercises and not delaying the call to nature
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Mrs Hinch fans give advice on how to get rid of urine smells from toilets
Fellow fans and cleaning enthusiasts have eagerly come to the rescue of one person who was having trouble getting rid of the urine smell in their bathroom, with one hack dubbed as a 'game changer'
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Beauty expert's 4 hacks to prevent wrinkles - including pillow case swap
A beauty expert has shared her four top tips for reducing wrinkles and skin ageing, including improving the way you take your makeup off and changing your skincare routine
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Deter rats and mice with natural 29p kitchen item - as they 'can't stand' smell
A cleaning expert has shared an easy an cost-effective home hack to help deter rodents from taking over homes, which is important because they can be harmful and spread diseases to humans
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'I'm a wedding planner - there's one mistake brides make that ruins their nails'
Wedding consultant Courtney Bradley shares top tip she shares with all the brides she works with to avoid disaster later on in the wedding planning process
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'I tried the little-known sun visor hack to shield your eyes while driving'
The sun can be a pain when you are trying to drive as it glares in your face - but did you know the little detail your sun visor has to make sure you're shielded from the sun from all angles?
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'Genius' towel trick will keep home cool in heat - and it's completely free
An expert has shared an easy and genius trick to help keep your home cool during the heatwave if your fan is no longer cutting it - and it's completely free to try as well
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Tom Kerridge's 'best ever' roast potato trick makes 'perfectly crispy' roasties
The recipe uses a potato-style batter and combines it with slightly overcooked potatoes to produce perfectly crispy roast potatoes for Sunday dinners with the family
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Expert says delicious tea can trigger body's 'cooling receptors' during heatwave
It might be September, but summer isn't over yet apparently. With temperatures continuing to soar, many are trying to think of innovative ways of keeping cool - but according to a nutritionist the key could be as simple as drinking a delicious beverage
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'I'm a professional cleaner - here's how to scrub your bathroom the proper way'
A cleaning expert has shared her easy tricks to make sure you clean your bathroom in the most beneficial way - as many people don't realise the simple hacks
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B&M shopper shares 'genius' £5 hack that will keep you cool while you sleep
A B&M shopper is raving about an effective £5 hack that allows you to comfortably sleep at night during the heatwave, and it's been dubbed a game-changer by fans
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You've been using ice cube tray wrong but with simple hack you'll never run out
Just when we all thought summer was officially over we've been hit by another heatwave - however with this simple hack you'll never run out of ice
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Man discovers game-changing £5 trick to lift grey scratches from dinner plates
If you're tired of throwing old dinner plates out after seeing those pesky grey marks, think again as one man has found a solution to get them gleaming again and it only costs £5
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Melt away stubborn tea cup stains with 3p trick Mrs Hinch fans swear by
Fans of Mrs Hinch have taken to a cleaning tips Facebook page to share their unusual method of getting rid of stubborn stains in tea cups and around the house
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Expert says opening our windows is ruining our sleep during a heatwave
Getting to sleep in the midst of a heatwave can feel unbearable, especially in a small space. One expert believes we're all making it worse by opening the window
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Aldi fans swoon over £7 Whispering Angel rosé dupe for hot heatwave nights
One wine fanatic claims to have found the perfect dupe for the £26 cult-favourite Whispering Angel, and shared a taste test with her followers on TikTok
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Natural 60p oven cleaner will leave appliance sparkling with one wipe
When you clean your oven, it may seem convenient to reach for the chemical oven cleaner - but one woman is urging people to use more natural methods to do their cleaning
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'I use two and a half litres of bleach every day - my home is pristine'
When one woman went to clean a cluttered man's home, she didn't realise what she was getting herself into - his bathroom was covered in mould and his kitchen was stained
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People bewildered to discover they've been using fans wrong their whole lives
A woman has revealed how she's been using fans wrong for 28 years - despite thinking there was only one way to use it - and shared a useful tip with others struggling in the heat
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Five-second test shows you if mattress is risking health and needs replacing
Getting a good night's rest is so important to our health, but when was the last time you checked your mattress over? An expert has revealed top tips to spot signs you need a new one
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You've been ironing all wrong - easy trick will help smooth around pesky buttons
One self-proclaimed ironing pro has shared his simple hack to smooth around pesky buttons on shirts - people can't believe they hadn't thought of it sooner and can't wait to try
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Expert claims we're all using our hairdryer wrong - and it can easily break
According to one hair expert, too many people are making a big mistake when they use their hairdryers which is leading to the appliance having a shorter lifespan
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Parenting expert shares top tips for a smooth transition back to school for kids
As parents start to think about preparing their children to go back to school, parenting expert Kirsty Ketley shared her best tips and tricks to ensure a smooth transition