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25 things in your garage that a professional organiser would throw out

25 things in your garage that a professional organiser would throw out

Putting random stuff in your garage or attic is easy – deciding what to do with it is hard. Here’s what an expert organiser says you can and should toss, guilt-free.

14 problems with your toilet you’ll regret ignoring

If you spot these troubles with your toilet, don't wait around for them to go away.

6 items you can purge from your kitchen guilt-free

Need to declutter your kitchen? Here's a guide on what to toss.
13 items that are a fire hazard if you don’t clean them enough

13 items that are a fire hazard if you don’t clean them enough

Continually putting off cleaning these items around your house can actually be very dangerous.
11 ways you’re shortening the life of your air conditioner

11 ways you’re shortening the life of your air conditioner

As temperatures rise, you're going to want to read up on these tips to keep your air conditioning cool without blowing a gasket (literally!).
Home maintenance myths you’ll wish you knew sooner

Home maintenance myths you’ll wish you knew sooner

We busted 11 home maintenance myths you'll wish you would have known about sooner.
15 cleaning secrets only car detailers know

15 cleaning secrets only car detailers know

Save hundreds of dollars and detail your car yourself in half a day. Get professional results using these tips from experienced detailers.
I live in a tiny house – here’s what most people don’t know

I live in a tiny house – here’s what most people don’t know

More people are interested in living a bigger life by downsizing in a major way... but there are a few essential things they need to know first.

9 simple tricks that will make your yard look bigger

Use these easy hacks to make the most of limited outdoor space.

20 spring cleaning tasks you can do in 1 minute or less

Spring has sprung, so it's time to buckle down and clean up our spaces. You'll love these quick, easy ways to make your home feel fresh and tidy – fast.
11 best tips for planning patios, decks, outdoor kitchens and bars

11 best tips for planning patios, decks, outdoor kitchens and bars

With spring upon us, many of us are turning our attentions to improving our outdoor spaces. Read this first to avoid any costly mistakes.
30 fantastic tiny homes built with recycled materials

30 fantastic tiny homes built with recycled materials

The DIY tiny house movement is all about reducing consumption. Check out some tiny homes that took it a step further by building with recycled or reclaimed materials.
10 surprising ways to use sandpaper

10 surprising ways to use sandpaper

Most of us have some sandpaper stashed around our home. Bet you didn’t know you could be putting it to great use with these clever hacks!
Handy hints that make doing the laundry less of a hassle

Handy hints that make doing the laundry less of a hassle

It's laundry time again! It might not be your favourite chore, but these hacks will definitely make it a whole lot easier!

Father’s Day with Dremel

In a world where we can have it all, a homemade gift is as precious as it is priceless.
How to make a DIY face mask

How to make a DIY face mask

Keep yourself and others safe and healthy by wearing this DIY face mask.
12 things you should never do to your deck

13 things you should never do to your deck

A backyard deck is a wonderful place to relax or entertain. Make sure you take care of it the right way by avoiding these common mistakes in deck care.
Genius ways to clean up your garage

Genius ways to clean up your garage

Cleaning up your garage doesn't have to be a huge chore.
Prep your garden for spring

Prep your garden for spring

Do the legwork at the tail end of winter and your garden will zoom ahead in spring.
Hazards you never thought of until now

10 hazards you haven’t thought of at home

Yikes! We bet you probably never thought much about these common, everyday hazards creeping up in your life.

Here’s how to clean the 16 dirtiest items in your home

Areas that are tough to clean are often the most in need of a scrub.
Home ownership myths

10 myths about owning a home people still believe

For all the true benefits of homeownership, there is an equal number of myths about what it’s like to own and maintain property.
9 things all smart homeowners should do once a week

9 things all smart homeowners should do once a week

These weekly tune-ups will keep your home clean and maintained.
Budget-friendly ways to add instant kerb appeal

Budget-friendly ways to add instant kerb appeal

It doesn't matter if you're looking to sell or just want to give your home's exterior a fresh look, here are 16 ways to add kerb appeal on the cheap.

How to get the measure of any DIY job, big or small

Get any job done right first time, every time, with the complete range of Bosch DIY measuring tools.
Planting in tricky areas

Planting in tricky areas

Don’t despair when it comes to awkward garden spots – there’s a solution for every problem
How to have success with succulents

Success with succulents

Get with the trend and grow these waterwise stars of the low-maintenance garden

13 tips to grow the perfect vegetable garden

Everything you need to start planting some beautiful and delicious veggies!
14 things you should never clean with water

14 things you should never clean with water

It might seem like water is the most harmless cleaning agent out there, but there are a few things you should never clean with it.
11 trusted tips to avoid a home improvement scam

11 trusted tips to avoid a home improvement scam

If you want to avoid being fooled and losing a lot of money, follow these tips.
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