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From cleaning and gardening hacks to important health and safety strategies, these are the tricks you never knew you needed.

9 surprising uses for salt around the house

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Ever wondered where your missing socks go? Prepare to be surprised. Source: Getty Images.

Wondering where your socks vanish in the washing machine? Expert reveals the truth

Wondering where your socks vanish in the washing machine? Expert reveals the truth

For years, we've all joked about socks mysteriously vanishing during laundry day. But what if those missing socks have actually been hiding in your washing machine all along? An expert has uncovered the truth behind the mystery that’s baffled us for generations.

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Five surprisingly clever ways to use your clothes iron (beyond just ironing!)

Five surprisingly clever ways to use your clothes iron (beyond just ironing!)

For many of us, ironing clothes is that one chore we choose to avoid at all costs. But, there are ways you can use your iron more – without having to iron a single item of clothing.

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How to keep dry and stay safe from the rains this season

How to keep dry and stay safe from the rains this season

With the right mix of preparation, awareness and small home adjustments, you can navigate the autumn rains safely and confidently.

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Quick hacks to ripen an avocado in minutes

Quick hacks to ripen an avocado in minutes

Picking a perfectly ripe avocado off the shelf is so tricky, but leaving it more than a day at home can often push it the other way too.

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5 brilliant ways to de-wrinkle your clothes

5 brilliant ways to de-wrinkle your clothes

So rather than looking unkempt and crumpled, we've complied a list of five hassle-free ways to remove creases without breaking out the ironing board - it'll cut your ironing time in half!

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The effortless solution to drying your wet clothes in no time

The effortless solution to drying your wet clothes in no time

Struggling to get your clothes dry in the cold weather? This clever towel trick not only saves time but also cuts down on energy usage.

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Easy cleaning hacks to getting sparkling streak-free windows

Easy cleaning hacks to getting sparkling streak-free windows

Don't throw out those newspapers — that'll be your secret weapon!

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Your go-to checklist for staying warm this autumn

Your go-to checklist for staying warm this autumn

It's more than just about dressing well. Make sure you tick off all five of these boxes!

Tired of wasting time and energy scrubbing your kettle? Try this cleaning hack instead! With minimal effort and maximum results, it’s bound to become your new go-to cleaning trick. Source: Getty Images.

The ‘quickest kettle cleaning hack’ you’ll wish you knew sooner

The ‘quickest kettle cleaning hack’ you’ll wish you knew sooner

Fed up with scrubbing stubborn limescale off your kettle? Say goodbye to the hassle—this game-changing cleaning hack will completely transform how you clean your kettle.

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A smart hack to remove yellow stains from your pillows

A smart hack to remove yellow stains from your pillows

Even if you have pillow covers underneath your pillow cases, you may have noticed the yellowing can still occur. Many people simply toss the pillow and buy a new one when this occurs however, there is a solution. It'll work like a charm!

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Seven simple ways to make your washing machine run better

Seven simple ways to make your washing machine run better

These seven quick tips can keep your washing machines running better for longer.

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Five delicious foods you can easily make in an air fryer

Five delicious foods you can easily make in an air fryer

Some of these goodies would otherwise require an oven and a lot of prep time!

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The pros and cons of an air fryer

The pros and cons of an air fryer

This modern appliance has been life-changing, but is it worth it?

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Top tips for washing towels and keeping them in great condition for longer

Top tips for washing towels and keeping them in great condition for longer

Changing the way you wash your towels could make them fluffier, softer and longer lasting.

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