All news on the topic: Life hacks

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Florist shares 'three day' rule to make Valentine's Day flowers last longer
Florist Freddie Garland has shared his genius hack for making the most of our your Valentine's Day flowers, helping them stay looking fresh and fabulous for even longer
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Woman claims Marmite trick guarantees 'perfect' crispy roast potatoes every time
Making the perfect roast potatoes is something that feels impossible to many, but there's one kitchen staple that could help elevate your roastie game and it's so easy
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Little-known hot water bottle mistake when filling it up that could cause damage
With many people turning to hot water bottles to keep warm during winter and cold weather, it's important to know how to use them properly to avoid painful burns
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Woman hails brilliant £1.49 item favoured by Mrs Hinch that leaves sink 'shiny'
A woman has praised one £1.49 item as a game-changer for helping to clean the dirt and grime from her sink and taps - and it comes with a recommendation by Mrs Hinch
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Mrs Hinch fans' trick to 'immediately' banish mould and stains from sealant
The sealant in your bathroom can be a magnet for mould and stains, and fans of Mrs Hinch have shared a £5.50 product that gets it looking good as new in no time
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Woman swears by 'glue stick' hack for buttering toast - others aren't convinced
Do you dig into your butter or scrape along it? According to an athlete there's an ever better method for buttering your toast - one that is easier and gives you a nicer spread
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Mrs Hinch fans share clever fork method for removing furniture indents in carpet
Mrs Hinch fans have shared their insightful advice on how to tackle the common issue of having indents in your carpet from furniture - and they praised one easy method in particular
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Mrs Hinch fans' tip for 'instantly' brightening white bedsheets with 'one wash'
Fans of cleaning guru Mrs Hinch have shared a nifty hack for brightening white bedsheets with minimal effort - plus the clever product will only set you back a fiver
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'My dry cleaner told me how to get stubborn stains out of clothes - it's simple'
A woman has shared the laundry hack that her dry cleaner taught her for getting stubborn set stains out of clothes - and it only requires one common kitchen item
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Woman shares 'genius' hack for drying washing in '2 hours' without tumble dryer
A savvy mum has been praised for sharing her 'brilliant idea' online on how she dries her wet clothes without a 'couple of hours' - while keeping her clothes airer out of the way
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Chef debunks biggest pasta cooking myth - and shares trick to stop it sticking
An Italian chef has shared her expert advice for cooking the 'perfect' al dente pasta, claiming that adding oil to the pan to prevent it from sticking would be a big mistake
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Expert warns drying clothes on radiator could cause mould - and hike up bills
An expert has warned people not to dry their clothes on radiators as it could be encouraging mould to grow - he shared a selection of fast-drying methods while reducing the risk
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'I kept a cut avocado perfectly green for 10 days with clever storage hack'
Avocados can be a nightmare to keep fresh as they can spoil so easily and turn from a lovely green colour to a mushy brown but storing them properly is the key to making them last
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Sleep expert shares easy technique to help you fall asleep in under five minutes
If you're struggling to get to sleep at night and it feels like your thoughts are keeping you awake, a sleep expert has recommended a technique that will help you get some Z's fast
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Banish stubborn mattress stains in '30 minutes' with 'natural' DIY paste
Many of us might think that mattresses are clean as they are but the truth is that they need a deep scrub at least twice a year to get rid of dust mites and other nasties
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Woman shares 39p hack to stop trousers dragging on the floor - with no sewing
A woman has shared her hack that stops her trousers from dragging on the floor when she walks - and it doesn't involve breaking out the sewing kit to adjust the hems
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People discover 'life-changing' way of eating Mini Eggs and 'won't turn back'
A TikTok content creator has shared her special Cadbury Mini Eggs hack that is a complete 'game changer'. She refuses to eat the chocolate treat any other way now
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Mrs Hinch fans use popular fizzy drink to banish stubborn limescale from toilet
Mrs Hinch fans have recommended a popular drink to use if your limescale has built up in your toilet bowl - numerous people were singing its praises for ridding their loo of the unsightly mess
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Domino's worker shares trick for perfect 'cheese pull' - and leftover pizza hack
To mark National Pizza Day a Domino's worker has shared her top hacks for enjoying pizza at home including how to get the perfect cheese pull and what to do with any leftovers
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Mrs Hinch fans rave over £2 cloths that are 'game changers' for cleaning windows
Fans of cleaning guru Mrs Hinch have hailed a set of cloths as 'game-changers' for cleaning windows and keeping metal surfaces shiny - and they're less than £2 each
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Expert shares best way to keep towels 'soft' and 'absorbent' - and major mistake
The expert shared how best to properly care for your towels to ensure they stay soft and fluffy during uses - and how to avoid a common mistake that could be the cause of your scratchy towels
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You're using plasters wrong - people can't believe they didn't know useful hack
Many people are 'upset' they have only just learned how to apply a finger plaster correctly. The hack, which went viral on TikTok, will help the bandage sit snuggly on your finger
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'I'm a bra fitter - it always makes wince when people put them on incorrectly'
Kimmay Caldwell is a professional bra fitter and has revealed that one of the most common methods for putting on a bra is the worst and could damage the bra itself
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Make-up pro shares 'clock' eyebrow trick she uses on herself and clients
A professional make-up artist has shared some of her top tips and tricks with The Mirror, including the quick and easy technique she uses to style her client's eyebrows
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Avid flyer shares how to get row to yourself - but she's urged to keep it secret
An avid traveller has shared her insightful advice on how she secures 'entire rows' to herself on an airplane - but claims it only works if your 'flight isn't fully booked'