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5 things I do every summer that are making parts of my house unbearably hot — experts told me I'd been falling foul of these common mistakes

Experts told me I'd been falling foul of these common mistakes

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3 completely free ways to cool a home and curb rising energy costs in a heatwave, according to experts

Worried about your energy bills? Here's how to keep cool for free

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My plants can cope with both heatwaves and heavy downpours thanks to this 'magic' mulch – they're thriving because of it

It's helping my plants stay hydrated, healthier and happier

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3 ways to bring colour into a bathroom without painting – easy and quick tricks to zhuzh up a space without faff

Colour is the quickest way to make a space feel brand new

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Shark quietly dropped their most powerful handheld vacuum ever last month – I tested whether the high price tag is worth it

Spoiler alert: I loved it

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Too hot to sleep? These are the duvet alternatives you'll want on your radar during the heatwave

These lighter layers are your shortcut to a cooler sleep

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Gardeners are sticking disco balls in their gardens to get rid of pests – and no, it’s not as bonkers as it sounds

Deter flying pests from your plants and patio in style

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Farrow & Ball’s most popular front door colours in 2026 – 3 shades to take inspiration from for your home’s entrance

Give your front door a colourful makeover with one of these stylish shades

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How to recover your lawn if weeds have taken over – these simple, expert-approved tips will rescue your grass for summer

You can still restore your lawn to its former glory

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If you think this paint colour is 'dated', it's because you're using it wrong – paint pros reveal how to use turquoise in your home for a bold, summery look

This Y2K colour trend is everywhere right now

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Smeg has majorly upgraded their kettle and toasters with this new colour – it's perfect for minimalist kitchen schemes

The Moonlight collection is a chic choice for any kitchen

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Nigella Lawson's parasol trees are a beautiful way to create natural shade in the garden – I asked the experts how easy it is to recreate the look at home

How easy are they to grow?

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Step inside the home of the winner of Interior Design Masters

Since winning the TV show Interior Design Masters, John Cooper has reimagined his living room into a graphic masterpiece

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I tested Simba's new £399 Amazon-exclusive 'Simbatex Cool' mattress during one of the hottest months of the year – here are my honest thoughts

Here are my honest thoughts

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Millie Mackintosh has used this ‘safe’ shade to turn her bedroom into a calming sleep sanctuary full of character – how you can get the look too

This calming green paint shade is one of the best choices for bedrooms

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This genius stone sink organiser has stopped water from flooding around my kitchen sink – at £18, it's the best money I've spent

This stone material absorbs water in 60 seconds

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Experts warn these everyday garden features are behind some of the most common neighbour disputes – but there are ways to avoid conflict

These are ways to avoid conflict

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This £9 Lakeland food prep buy saves me hours every week in cooking time – here's why I never have to fuss with portioning out frozen leftovers again

Making this small change has made a big impact

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Sorry citrus! This new scented candle trend is how to make your home smell like summer

‘It perfectly captures the feeling of summer’

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This £10 Amazon buy is my secret weapon for reducing the risk of summer mould – they're so effective I have one in every room of my home

Did someone say electricity-free dehumidifier?

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My failsafe solution to overcoming renovation burnout – if you've lost your creative confidence this is the best way to hit reset

When you’re drained, you become blind to what’s right in front of you

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I've had fitted air conditioning for a year — this is how much I've actually used it in that time and whether it's really worth it

If you're debating installing air conditioning, read this first

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2 superhero flowers I always plant to keep pests away from my vegetables – they’re fuss-free and really pretty

They’re fuss-free and really pretty

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Lidl is dropping a £15 ice cream maker just in time for the latest heat wave – it’s more than £100 cheaper than Ninja and Cuisinart

There's no better way to cool down in summer than with a delicious ice cream

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7 simple ways to make a north-facing garden feel brighter – these tricks will maximise light, colour and year-round interest

These tricks will maximise light, colour and year-round interest

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