Guides
Step-by-step instructions for everyday problems around the house, in repairs, in the garden and in the kitchen – clearly explained, with a matching tools and materials list.
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- Clogged drain – what to do?Clogged drain in the kitchen or bathroom? Here's how to clear it with household remedies, a plunger or by cleaning the trap – without harsh chemicals.
- Removing mould from the wallRemove small patches of mould from the wall yourself: how to do it safely, what to clean with, and how to stop it coming back.
- Renewing bathroom silicone jointsRenew a yellowed or mouldy silicone joint on your bath or shower yourself – with the right technique the new joint comes out clean.
Repair
- Dripping tap – what to do?Dripping tap? Here's how to find the cause and replace the washer or cartridge yourself in 15 minutes – with a step-by-step guide and a tools list.
- Squeaky door – what helps?A squeaky door is fixed in 5 minutes. Here's how to find the right hinge point and which lubricant actually lasts.
- Filling a hole in the wallFill and paint over wall plug holes and small holes yourself – so the spot becomes smooth and invisible again.
- Wall plug won't holdThe wall plug spins or slips out? Here's how to find the right plug for your wall and mount shelves and the like securely.
Garden
- Houseplant getting yellow leavesYellow leaves on your houseplant? Usually overwatering is to blame. Here's how to find the cause and save your plant.
- Reseeding bare patches in the lawnReseed bare or patchy spots in your lawn yourself – with the right preparation, dense green grows back.
- Removing weeds between paving stonesGet rid of weeds in the joints of your driveway or patio for good – without chemicals, using tools and hot water.
Kitchen
- Cleaning a burnt potBurnt pot with a stubborn crust? Here's how to loosen burnt-on residue with baking soda and soaking – without hours of scrubbing.
- Why won't my yeast dough rise?Yeast dough staying flat? The most common causes – too cold, too hot, old yeast – and how you can often still save the dough.