Home & Cleaning
Simple Strategies to Winter-Proof Your Home, According to British Experts
UK experts share simple, low-cost ways to winter‑proof your home: draught-proofing, insulation, heating controls, damp prevention, and help from GBIS/ECO4.
Ventilation
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Home & Cleaning
Without a Single Tool: This Homeowner’s Trick Fixes Drafty Windows Instantly
Stop draughty windows in seconds with a no-tool petroleum jelly gasket. Renter-friendly, cheap, reversible fix with step-by-step tips, caveats, and comparisons.
Home & Cleaning
Surviving the Heat: The Swedish Method to Keep Cool Without Air Conditioning
Beat UK heat the Swedish way with passive cooling: smart ventilation, shading, breathable textiles, micro-cooling rituals and design tweaks—no air con required.
Home & Cleaning
Get Through Allergy Season: Doctors Recommend This Natural Remedy Over Medications
Beat UK allergy season with doctor-backed advice: discover how natural saline nasal irrigation offers fast, safe, low-cost relief and when to add meds.
Home & Cleaning
Experts reveal the 5-4-3-2-1 rule to instantly boost your home’s energy efficiency without spending a penny
Experts reveal the 5-4-3-2-1 rule: no-spend steps to cut draughts, tune controls and build smart routines for instant boosts in home energy efficiency.
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How French homes are staying cool in heatwaves using a technique from the Napoleonic era
Discover how French homes beat heatwaves with the Napoleonic-era Provençal well—ground-cooled air, low energy bills, simple installs, and smart passive design.
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How to keep tech running longer: British engineers explain one maintenance task you can’t ignore
British engineers reveal the one maintenance task you can’t ignore: dust removal and airflow checks. Extend device life, cut energy use, and prevent throttling.