Hints & Tips

When summer is coming to a close don’t forget to give your garden a quick tidy to make your life easier for next year. We’ve got a few tips to get it looking great.

Wearing a mask in more public places is becoming mandatory, so find out which type of mask or face covering might best suit your needs.

Summer houses are often overlooked in the colder months, but we've got a few tips to get yours looking tip top for the warmer weather. From painting, to furniture choices, find out how to put a unique stamp on your space.

Extend the life of your lawn mower and keep it out of the repair shop with our handy tips. Some of these only take a few minutes and will keep it at maximum grass-trimming efficiency for longer.

Companion planting is an age-old gardening tradition but it’s as relevant today as it’s ever been, particularly with the rising interest in ‘growing your own’ and allotment gardening. 

A much shorter commute and many more options for where to sit. Working from home is the new normal and we've got a few tips to help you brave the new home-based world.

Bake Off got you feeling inspired to make your own pie and profiteroles? Before you get your hands dirty, take a look at our hints and tips to make the perfect pastry every time.

There’s something about a garden shed that just pulls in junk and mess like a black hole. Giving it a proper neatening-up and keeping it organised is hard work, but with a few additions and tweaks to your storage shed, you’ll be waltzing in and out without tripping over the lawnmower and rake and leaf blower and hoe.  

Want to do something together but don't want to buy gifts? Find out how to spend more quality time together and strengthen your relationship.

Say bye bye to streaks and drip marks - find out the secret to cleaning shower glass quickly and easily with  no streaks in sight.