All news on the topic: Life hacks

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Snails and slugs 'instantly run away' if they catch a whiff of homemade spray
Slugs and snails will eat almost any plants they come into contact with. To rid a garden of these pesky garden invaders, people are turning to homemade solutions - and this one has instant results
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'I compared cost of running heated airer to tumble dryer with surprise results'
A woman decided to put her tumble dryer and her heated airer to the test to see which was more expensive and which was more effective - and the results will surprise you
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Expert praises homemade £5 dehumidifier that banishes condensation and mould
An expert has revealed a step-by-step guide on making your own cheap dehumidifier to tackle condensation before it turns into mould and damp - it couldn't be easier
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'Brilliant' 30p ingredient melts yellow pillow stains to leave them 'like new'
Yellow stains on pillows are particularly unsightly - but there's a hack that gets them back to bright white and looking as good as new. It couldn't be simpler
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Genius method for frying eggs without actually frying only takes three minutes
A new method for cooking the perfect fried eggs has gone viral - and it's healthier than in a pan and completely hassle-free. Fans are hailing it as a complete game-changer and it's not hard to see why
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Gut health expert urges you to 'eradicate' sugary breakfast item from your diet
An expert biochemist has weighed in one what we should all be having for breakfast and it might mean saying no to a couple of things that seem deceptively healthy on the surface
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Melt away unsightly toilet limescale using £1 product with 'no scrubbing'
Pesky limescale can be stubborn to shift from your bathroom, but Mrs Hinch followers have revealed that one cheap product will leave your toilet bowl "sparkling"
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Cleaning pro's genius tip means you'll get twice as much done in same time
A clever new cleaning hack is guaranteed to cut down the time spent cleaning your home - whether it's the bathroom or the kitchen - and it all comes down to efficiency
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Encourage roses to grow 'vigorously' with £1 superfood that 'slows weeds' too
Your garden will be the envy of your neighbourhood with this inexpensive superfood that's guaranteed to ensure your roses bloom while keeping weeds at bay
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Cleaning fans discover 39p 'magic ingredient' to speed up ironing process
If you have a never-ending pile of ironing to tackle, a cleaning expert has taken to social media to reveal one kitchen staple can significantly speed up the dull chore
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Lift mould from washing machine seal with ingredient that's 'better than bleach'
It's important to clean your washing machine's seals every 1-3 months to prevent the build of mould, bacteria and bad odours. Here's a quick and easy way to do it
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Cleaning fans swear by 'magic' 95p to get rid of mould
Blasting mould-prone surfaces with the spray is said to get rid of the black fungus in minutes - and it's a firm favourite with cleaning sensation Mrs Hinch too
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Plumbing exper shares common drying mistake that rack up your energy bill
Popping clothes on top of the heater to dry is a go-to for many but it's not as budget-friendly as you may think - in fact, it'll cost you a lot more
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Natural ingredient lifts brown silicone mould from bathroom tiles effortlessly
Mould around your bathroom tiles can be stubborn to remove and presents a real health risk, this natural ingredient recommended by an expert promises to remove mould easily
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Psychiatrist's 'rule of 12' will help you stay calm when 'everything goes wrong'
A mental health expert has revealed how he copes when things seem to go wrong in life, and people have praised the approach as a simple way to get back on track
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Simple home hack can reduce heat loss 'by 30%' this winter and slash bills
There are some simple and easy ways to keep your home warm this winter without having to break the bank - and one trick can help to reduce heat loss by up to 30%
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Garden expert's 3-ingredient homemade weed killer can banish growths instantly
You don't need to spend your weekends endlessly pulling or digging out weeds with this cheap expert weed killer recipe that uses common ingredients easily found around the home
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Landscaper warns that planting in wrong direction could be damaging your garden
There's a few mistakes you can make in your garden, but a study has shown exactly what experts think are the biggest mistakes we're making and it's not what you might think
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Gardener praises 'beautiful' plant that will 'suffocate' any stubborn weeds
No matter how green-fingered you are, or how much hard work you put in, weeds can overtake any garden, but there's one plant that will help keep weeds at bay and be a beautiful addition to your green space
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Four spider-repellant plants that look gorgeous and will ward off pesky critters
Spider mating season is here, and while they attempt to scurry into our warm homes, a garden expert has recommended four gorgeous plants that can help keep the critters at bay
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Keeping 'bags with water' in your freezer will save hundreds on your bills
As winter draws in many of us will be thinking about how we can keep our energy bills low, and according to one savings expert, storing bags of water in the freezer can help
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Keep potatoes fresh 'all winter' without rotting thanks to crucial storage tip
An expert has revealed the best way to store potatoes - and other root vegetables including carrots and parsnips - which could see them last all winter long. Find out how
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Baked-on grease lifts off oven rack in seconds with '10 out of 10' tin foil hack
Mrs Hinch fans have come up with a genius way to clean dirty ovens and get them looking food as new using tin foil and one other item that you can buy for just £1.49
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People are realising their 'childhood was lie' after learning how to cut pizza
People are only just discovering a genius way of cutting pizza, and it means there's no mess or touching other people's slices - and some say their whole 'childhood has been a lie'
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Terrified Brits praise 'life-changing' £12 spider catcher for grabbing critters
As our homes become plagued with spiders once again for the spider season, there's one nifty tool every arachnophobe should know about as it makes catching them 'fun'