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There is a good reason to hold onto any milk cartons or old plastic bottles.

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A woman has been renovating her home for months - and she was thrilled when she made a discovery inside the fireplace.

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EXCLUSIVE: Spring is a time when we finally start to confront those home and garden DIY jobs that have been annoying us all autumn and winter.

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Just months after buying their 1904 Edwardian home, a couple spotted a tiny sign of something untoward which soon led to a "disaster" beneath their floorboards.

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The supermarket, which is rivalled by Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Aldi and Lidl, plans to roll out the new aisle to more than 20 locations in 2026.

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If you're thinking of giving your garden fence a fresh lick of paint, consider using this hack instead of a paintbrush - as it's 'by far the fastest' way.

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The family run shop was popular for selling one item for decorating your home with.

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DIY and home renovation experts warned budding DIYers to avoid making this extremely common mistake.

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Those planning to do some DIY work on their fences this weekend may want to reconsider.

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An environmental expert has warned UK households to look out for three pests that are said to avoid homes this spring.

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