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How to clean and care for your mattress properly
Oliver Whitaker
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Often, it is not the bedding causing the problem, but the mattress. Many people clean their kitchen, bathroom and floors...
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Quantum Battery in Melbourne Could Transform Charging Times
Oliver Whitaker
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In laboratories in Melbourne, researchers have achieved something that sounds like science fiction: a tiny quantum battery absorbs energy from...
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Bicarbonate of soda for moss and weeds on patios in winter
Oliver Whitaker
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No need for harsh cleaning: an unassuming kitchen powder can take on the dirty work. While many people mentally write...
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Inset basin alternatives for compact bathrooms without replacing the vanity unit
Oliver Whitaker
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The traditional inset basin, fitted beneath the worktop, is increasingly sharing space with countertop and wall-hung versions. These alternatives can...
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How to Use White Vinegar in the Washing Machine for Towels
Oliver Whitaker
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Using white vinegar in the washing machine has become an increasingly popular, straightforward way to care for bath and hand...
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How to Organise the Pantry with Reused Containers
Oliver Whitaker
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Keeping glass and plastic containers at home is often regarded simply as an accumulation of empty packaging. Yet this habit...
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Bidets and Modern Washlet Attachments: Health, Environment and Comfort
Oliver Whitaker
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What was once regarded as exotic is now finding its way into bathrooms across Germany: bidets and modern Washlet attachments....
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Steam Generator Irons: How They Work and Who They Suit
Oliver Whitaker
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Faster, more powerful and suited to handling large loads of laundry, steam generator irons still have a place in many...
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Old Washing-up Sponge in the Garden: A Clever Water-Saving Trick
Oliver Whitaker
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While gardeners are still contending with changeable weather and irregular watering, an everyday household item is usually thrown away without...
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How to Clean a Window Track with a Paintbrush
Oliver Whitaker
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Dealing with the constant dirt that finds its way into the home through narrow gaps calls for patience and daily...
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Waste Nitrile Rubber Gloves Turned Into CO2 Capture Material
Oliver Whitaker
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Disposable nitrile rubber gloves are manufactured in vast quantities each year, with the majority discarded after a single use. This...
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How to Store Potatoes for Longer
Oliver Whitaker
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Potatoes stay firm for longer when they are shielded from light, heat and built-up moisture. A ventilated container, keeping them...
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How to Wash Underwear Properly at Home
Oliver Whitaker
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Doing the laundry at home is part of everyday life for many families, yet few people consider the needs of...
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How to Use Wooden Wine Boxes for Stylish Upcycling
Oliver Whitaker
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Keeping packaging at home can become an excellent way to refresh your interiors without spending much money. Wooden wine boxes...
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How to Use Bicarbonate of Soda Around the Shower Drain
Oliver Whitaker
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Sprinkling bicarbonate of soda around the shower drain has become a reliable little trick for anyone who wants a fresh-smelling...
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Water-Based Battery Lasts 120,000 Charge Cycles in Neutral Salt Solution
Oliver Whitaker
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A water-based battery has withstood 120,000 charge cycles while running in a neutral salt solution comparable to the brine used...
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Why Dish Soap in the Toilet Works for Cleaning and Minor Clogs
Oliver Whitaker
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In many homes, the toilet can be the bathroom’s trouble spot. It has to deal with everything from limescale and...
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How Percarbonate Makes Grey Tea Towels White Again
Oliver Whitaker
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Grease marks, tomato splashes, a dull grey film: in many kitchens, even freshly washed tea towels look tired and dirty....
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How Extra-Fine Wet Sanding Paper Makes a Toilet Bowl “Like New”
Oliver Whitaker
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For years, most people have tackled the toilet bowl with thick gels and powerful bleach. Now, a new crop of...
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Household Cleaning with Vinegar, Bicarbonate of Soda and Lemon
Oliver Whitaker
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A blend of everyday ingredients such as vinegar, bicarbonate of soda and lemon is becoming increasingly popular for household cleaning...
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How to Remove Pink Film From Bathroom Grout With Warm Vinegar
Oliver Whitaker
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Keeping the home organised calls for effective methods that prevent premature wear on more delicate household finishes. Proper cleaning of...
