Friday, March 29, 2024

With toxic slug pellets now banned, here are 10 alternative ways...

With metaldehyde slug pellets banned, here are 10 alternatives for getting rid of slugs in your garden from nematodes and mulch to barriers and drainage.

How to wallpaper a feature wall – expert DIY guide and...

Wallpapering is one of those jobs that I’ve grown up doing, and knowing how to wallpaper a feature wall can save you money and...

How to build alcove shelves – step-by-step guide to DIY alcove...

Need more storage in you home? Read our step-by-stpe guide from DIY expert Richard Burr on how to build alcove shelves in five simple steps.

Simple eco-friendly home improvements to help minimise waste

From reducing waste to saving energy, here are some easy eco-friendly home improvements that can make a big difference in the green-living stakes.

Household pests – how to rid your home of ants, wasps,...

Worried the warmer weather means an inevitable creepy-crawly invasion? Wise Living discovers the best ways to keep the household pests at bay.

Garden screening ideas – 7 ways to keep your garden private...

No one wants to be overlooked in their garden. Here are 7 simple and stylish garden screening ideas to keep your garden private from nosy neighbours.

Help butterflies thrive with a seasonal to-do list

Butterflies are the focus of this year’s Wild About Gardens campaign. Follow this seasonal calendar to help them thrive and tempt them into your garden.

How to light a home – 9 tips for designing indoor...

Lighting in the home is really important. Discover the best way to light a home with our top tips for creating stylish and practical indoor lighting.

Lynsey Crombie’s 10 cleaning hacks with vinegar, lemons and bicarb

The Queen of Clean, Lynsey Crombie reveals her favourite hacks using natural ingredients such as lemons and vinegar to clean your home.

5 best antiviral herbs to grow at home

Herbalist Lucy Jones leafs through 5 of the best antiviral herbs to boost your immune system and maintain wellbeing through lockdown and beyond.