Householdhints

Saving the planet can feel like an overwhelming goal, so why not begin with improving the environment in your own house?

SAMMY FAIRCLOTH, TECH CONTRIBUTOR You’ll be pleased to know that most scratches can be restored without replacing the window. Start by using a polish or paste designed specifically for acrylic. Househ

How many products do you actually need in your cleaning kit? A There are a few essential items I couldn’t live without, starting with washing-up liquid. It’s the ultimate degreaser – it contains surfa

The 15-minute clean routine is simple. It involves putting 15 minutes aside every day to tackle different areas of the home, in three consecutive five-minute blocks. Lynsey Crombie developed the routi

Every January begins with resolutions we hope will stick, only to find them abandoned by spring. The problem? We’re thinking too big. Little lifestyle tweaks are easier to maintain, are often low cost

Meet the brand-new hot water dispenser that delivers boiling or perfectly heated water in just 7 seconds. It’s ideal for tea and coffee lovers, and handy for making stocks, sauces, noodles or baby foo