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• UK households urged to check their laundry baskets and hampers now in spring

  10-03-2026 04:02 via express.co.uk
  Spring is the ideal time to tackle often-overlooked areas of the home
  
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• Couple move into friend's house and spots heartbreaking sign on floor

  09-03-2026 14:16 via express.co.uk
  A couple who moved into a property once owned by one of their friend were left stunned after spotting something on the flooring during renovation work.
  
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• People urged to check one spot in their homes this weekend

  09-03-2026 10:55 via express.co.uk
  You might think you keep your home spotless - but this is one spot almost everyone forgets about.
  
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• I can clean my air fryer in five minutes without scrubbing with a simple kitchen item

  09-03-2026 03:00 via express.co.uk
  Air fryers are often covered in sticky and burned stains, but I can discovered a quick way to clean it that is almost effortless with an everyday item most people have in their kitchen.
  
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• Couple win legal battle after neighbours used gnome to claim strip of lawn

  08-03-2026 23:02 via express.co.uk
  The couple had tended to the small patch of grass for years.
  
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• Insect hiding in homes over winter waking up and causing chaos in March

  08-03-2026 16:32 via express.co.uk
  Households are being urged to check for this common spring pest that is waking up this March.
  
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• Windows will stay clean and streak-free all spring if you wipe them with a cheap item

  08-03-2026 15:22 via express.co.uk
  Windows can often look incredibly dirty once the days get longer in spring, but you can clean them in less than 10 minutes with a cheap item that breaks down grime on glass.
  
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• Beautiful cottage looks normal from the outside - but the inside will shock you

  08-03-2026 15:21 via express.co.uk
  The centuries-old property has been a private family residence for more than 60 years.
  
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• Kitchen surfaces will be bacteria-free using 2 staples — no chemicals required

  08-03-2026 12:47 via express.co.uk
  A chef shared her favourite way to clean wooden surfaces in her kitchen, without the need for chemical or commercial cleaners.
  
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• I can keep duvets clean without a washing machine by doing an easy task in March

  08-03-2026 09:34 via express.co.uk
  I have discovered a simple method to make a duvet feel fresh and get rid of any germs on it without the hassle of sticking it in the washing machine.
  
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• The eight hidden culprits attracting mice this spring - how to fix them

  08-03-2026 09:16 via express.co.uk
  Rodent callouts rise significantly between February and April, the British Pest Control Association has said.
  
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• Disobeying '8am to 1pm' rule on a Saturday could lead to £5,000 fine

  06-03-2026 14:20 via express.co.uk
  UK homeowners planning spring DIY and garden renovations are being reminded about local council noise rules, with fines of up to £5,000 possible
  
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• Socks will go from brown to white when adding 1 item to washing machine

  06-03-2026 12:11 via express.co.uk
  Cleaning fans are raving about a natural method to remove stubborn brown stains from white socks.
  
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• Dunelm's 'classy sofa bed' that's 'a real bargain' drops to lowest price with £240 off

  06-03-2026 11:52 via express.co.uk
  The sofa bed is perfect for spring.
  
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• Air fryer owners urged to move device from potentially dangerous area

  05-03-2026 16:29 via express.co.uk
  Air fryers are super popular because of their convenience, but many Brits don't realise the risk they hide.
  
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• Spraying 3p tea around home can naturally repel spiders

  05-03-2026 11:11 via express.co.uk
  Spiders can feel too close to home lately, but one cheap kitchen smell can flip the balance so fast it feels like taking your space back.
  
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• 'I was King Charles' gardener and there's one job you need to do now for summer'

  05-03-2026 07:00 via express.co.uk
  As spring approaches, there are plenty of gardening tasks you can do now to ensure a blooming oasis come summer, as per a former royal gardener of 21 years.
  
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• Wheelie bins will stay clean without any flies if you place 1 everyday item inside them

  05-03-2026 05:37 via express.co.uk
  Wheelie bins can quickly become a hotspot for flies and maggots in warm weather, and rinsing them with a hose alone can actually make the problem much worse.
  
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• The simple trick that could boost the value of your home by £7,000

  04-03-2026 18:47 via express.co.uk
  A single image on your wall can quietly tilt a buyer's heart in seconds but the part that shook me is how little time you have before they decide you're done.
  
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• New nightmare for Rachel Reeves as huge number of Brits move back in with parents

  04-03-2026 15:51 via express.co.uk
  EXCLUSIVE: Forget the 'Bank of Mum and Dad', as some British adults reveal they have moved back to their family childhood home due to the cost-of-living crisis.
  
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• Pipes won’t get blocked with one simple hack – better than any cleaners

  04-03-2026 10:05 via express.co.uk
  You won't have to spend on any expensive items with this easy cleaning method.
  
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• This Simba mattress has been a game-changer for my sleep and now it's over £600 cheaper

  02-03-2026 17:31 via express.co.uk
  The Simba mattress sale ends on March 8.
  
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• Monty Don shares 'most reliable' daffodil type for spring gardens

  02-03-2026 12:50 via express.co.uk
  Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don has shared the 'most reliable and cheerful' of all smaller daffodils, perfect for bringing colour to gardens this spring.
  
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• 'I'm a kitchen expert, this is the 1 free way to stop your sink from smelling'

  01-03-2026 23:03 via express.co.uk
  Foul odours will be banished from kitchen sinks in just five minutes with the simple method.
  
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• Dishwashers won’t smell with one 67p natural item - ‘life-changing’

  01-03-2026 09:50 via express.co.uk
  The item can be used to clean a range of items in your house - and all for a reasonable cost.
  
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• Oven racks will be clean and shiny when cleaned with 1 common kitchen item

  01-03-2026 08:17 via express.co.uk
  Keeping your oven racks clean is important for food hygiene but it's not always the easiest chore in your kitchen.
  
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• 'I’m a homeware expert and these are the only plush towels I’d spend my own money on'

  01-03-2026 07:27 via express.co.uk
  From spa-like plushness to quick-drying picks, our shopping writer reveals the top-rated sets.
  
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• Stains will 'vanish' from carpets in seconds if you add 1 unlikely ingredient

  01-03-2026 06:05 via express.co.uk
  An aesthetician named Katy Rose Carter has shared how you can use one common and cheap skincare product to remove stubborn stains on carpets in seconds.
  
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• 'Phantom' devices you need to switch off or risk wasting hundreds

  01-03-2026 03:01 via express.co.uk
  Three appliances are quietly hiking your energy bill higher.
  
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• I swapped all my pots for Lakeland's chic '8-in-1' Only Pan but is it too good to be true?

  28-02-2026 07:07 via express.co.uk
  The Lakeland Only Pan is a great, affordable alternative to a high-end £125 alternative.
  
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• Baking tray grease marks 'disappear' when you scrub with unlikely vegetable

  28-02-2026 04:04 via express.co.uk
  Cleaning greasy baking trays and roasting tins can feel like an impossible task, but according to a cleaning expert, all you need is a common vegetable.
  
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• Dunelm curtains slashed by half price to just £25 and are 'well worth the money'

  26-02-2026 13:22 via express.co.uk
  The curtains have a vintage-inspired design.
  
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• One cleaning item you use every day is likely 200 times dirtier than your toilet

  26-02-2026 11:56 via express.co.uk
  One simple cleaning habit could be spreading bacteria around your kitchen.
  
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• Households urged to stop making kettle mistake that adds £70 to your energy bill

  26-02-2026 10:56 via express.co.uk
  A simple kettle habit could unnecessarily increase household energy bills.
  
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• Get £90 off ‘powerful’ carpet cleaner with 800 five-star reviews in flash sale

  26-02-2026 07:03 via express.co.uk
  The Vax SpotWash Home Pet is more than 50% off at Amazon.
  
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• 'I'm an interior design expert — these 4 kitchen trends make your home look dated'

  26-02-2026 05:55 via express.co.uk
  A kitchen expert has shared which trends are making your home look dated.
  
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• Homeowner refuses to demolish 11ft-high mega garage despite neighbours' complaints

  25-02-2026 18:15 via express.co.uk
  Daniel Toma, 41, denies neighbours have a problem with the building.
  
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• I'm a shopping writer – this is all the spring homeware I'd buy in the Dusk sale today

  25-02-2026 16:29 via express.co.uk
  These five items have been discounted just in time for payday.
  
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• Binman issues message to anyone who leave labels on jars and tins

  25-02-2026 13:35 via express.co.uk
  A rubbish collector has been answering questions from followers on TikTok
  
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• Woman gets keys to new home and has awkward realisation 2 minutes later

  25-02-2026 11:42 via express.co.uk
  A woman who recently moved into her first home made an awkward realisation just two minutes after picking up the keys - as something wasn't what she expected.
  
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• Handy ‘old trick’ that costs 3p gets rid of stubborn mug stains in 10 minutes

  25-02-2026 01:01 via express.co.uk
  Mugs can become stained over time, especially if they aren't rinsed or washed straight after use. Luckily, there are many ways to remove the stains.
  
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• Remove mildew smell from towels with easy £1 trick

  22-02-2026 18:37 via express.co.uk
  The reason a fresh towel can start to develop a nasty odour is down to detergent not being correctly washed out.
  
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• Anyone with crusty towels should throw 1 simple item in the tumble dryer to soften them

  22-02-2026 13:12 via express.co.uk
  Scratchy towels are usually the result of washing them the wrong way, but with one everyday household item, you can fluff them up and make them soft again.
  
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• Radiators can heat up a home quickly if you do a 5-second task before switching them on

  22-02-2026 12:39 via express.co.uk
  Poorly heating radiators can drive up energy bills, but there is an easy way to check they are functioning properly that only takes a few seconds to do.
  
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• Households urged to spray the front door with vinegar this month

  22-02-2026 12:28 via express.co.uk
  The ritual is perfect for those who need a fresh start.
  
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• Habitat fans shop 'gorgeous' lamp that 'ties room together beautifully' for £32

  22-02-2026 09:01 via express.co.uk
  This bestseller is an easy way to make homes feel cosier in the ongoing cold weather.
  
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• Ninja's dual air fryer that 'pays for itself through energy savings' has big discount

  22-02-2026 06:01 via express.co.uk
  'Such a convenient, low mess, healthy bit of kit. Not too large or ugly on my counter'
  
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• Plumber's top trick to quickly unblock drains – no plunger needed

  22-02-2026 06:00 via express.co.uk
  Easily unblock drains without the use of a plunger by following this expert's advice.
  
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• 'I was furious stranger parked on my perfectly cut garden until I got revenge'

  21-02-2026 14:54 via express.co.uk
  A woman was furious when a stranger parked on her manicured garden near a pub, so she taught them an unforgettable lesson.
  
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• Black mould will disappear from your home if you do 1 quick task every morning

  21-02-2026 11:08 via express.co.uk
  Even warm, tidy and well-looked-after homes can develop mould if there is too much moisture and not enough ventilation.
  
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