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How to Clean Pruning Shears With Isopropyl Alcohol
Gareth Whitcombe
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A clean pair of pruning shears is an important tool for lowering the risk of carrying micro-organisms from one plant...
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Why Open Curtains Are So Common in Dutch Homes
Gareth Whitcombe
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Open curtains catch the eye of anyone walking through residential streets in the Netherlands after dark. With living rooms lit...
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Cow's-Foot Tree: Planting, Flowering and Root Care
Gareth Whitcombe
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The cow's-foot tree, a name applied to several species within the Bauhinia genus, has qualities that make it appealing for...
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How to Remove Black Mould from Internal Walls and Prevent Its Return
Gareth Whitcombe
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Dark stains on interior surfaces undermine residents’ wellbeing and can damage a property’s structure. The repeated appearance of black mould...
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How to Use PET Bottles in the Garden Sustainably
Gareth Whitcombe
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Once the drink has been finished, many people throw away the plastic container without considering other uses. In the garden,...
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How to Clean a Sink Trap When Water Drains Slowly
Gareth Whitcombe
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When water starts draining slowly from the sink, many people immediately assume there is a blockage further down the pipework....
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How Growing Plants at Home Brings Calm and Daily Balance
Gareth Whitcombe
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Life in large cities moves quickly, creating ongoing mental strain through an overload of digital stimuli and commitments. Within this...
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How White Lines on Windows Help Prevent Bird Collisions
Gareth Whitcombe
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Painting white lines on windows is a method used to cut down on bird strikes against glass. These markings disrupt...
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Polystyrene Slatted Panel: A Modern Alternative to Traditional Timber
Gareth Whitcombe
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The drive for more sophisticated interiors has reshaped home décor in recent years. Replacing heavy materials with modern alternatives brings...
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Flowers to Sow in August for a Vibrant Garden
Gareth Whitcombe
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Beginning your sowing in August is an excellent option if you want a vibrant flowerbed. Carefully growing annual, biennial and...
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How White Chalk Helps Control Damp at Home
Gareth Whitcombe
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A little white chalk can help manage excess moisture in small areas of the home, especially inside cupboards, along skirting...
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Plants Make Ultrasonic Sounds When They Are Stressed
Gareth Whitcombe
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Roald Dahl may, it appears, have been right about one thing: when a plant is harmed, it screams. At least,...
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Electric grills: what to consider before buying, using and cleaning
Gareth Whitcombe
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Practical, compact and straightforward to use, electric grills can be an alternative for cooking meat, fish and vegetables every day....
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How to Reuse Coffee Grounds in Gardening and Composting
Gareth Whitcombe
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Coffee grounds can be reused in gardening and composting, but that does not mean they should be tipped straight into...
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How to Repair a Swollen, Peeling Wall
Gareth Whitcombe
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A swollen, peeling wall will usually mean that water is getting through or trapped behind the paintwork. Scraping the affected...
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Saint George's sword: how to prevent hidden root problems from overwatering
Gareth Whitcombe
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The Saint George's sword is among the ornamental plants most commonly found in homes and offices in Brazil. Its sturdy...
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Horseshoe on the Front Door: Luck, Protection and Prosperity
Gareth Whitcombe
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Hanging a horseshoe on the front door is a custom linked with luck, protection and prosperity. Although the object has...
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How to Clean a Window Track with a Paintbrush
Gareth Whitcombe
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Dealing with the constant grime that enters the home through narrow gaps calls for patience and daily commitment. Using an...
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Threecorner milkvetch rises from 12 to 93 at Gemini Solar Project
Gareth Whitcombe
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A rare Nevada desert plant known as threecorner milkvetch rose from only 12 documented plants to 93 after a major...
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How to Keep a Hot Bedroom Comfortable at Night
Gareth Whitcombe
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Sleeping in a stuffy environment affects the quality of rest and undermines the day-to-day wellbeing of the whole family. Understanding...
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How to Control Aphids on Rose Bushes
Gareth Whitcombe
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Finding clusters of tiny insects on new shoots can be a persistent worry for anyone growing delicate flowers in a...
