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Illustration of bedding hanging on an outdoor clothesline in direct sunlight, with UV exposure killing odour-causing bacteria

Home & Cleaning

November 20, 2025

The sun-drying method that freshens bedding: how UV exposure kills odour-causing bacteria

Discover how sun-drying bedding uses UV light to kill odour-causing bacteria, brighten fabrics, cut energy bills, and extend textile life, with practical tips.

Illustration of a saucepan gently simmering lemon peels, releasing citrus vapour to remove lingering odours in a home interior

Home & Cleaning

November 20, 2025

The lemon-peel simmer refreshes stale rooms: how citrus vapour removes lingering odours

Refresh stale rooms with a lemon-peel simmer. Explore how citrus vapour neutralises odours, with the science, step-by-step tips, safety notes, and smart use cases.

Illustration of a bowl of water and white vinegar steaming inside a microwave to loosen grime for easy wiping

Home & Cleaning

November 20, 2025

The vinegar-steam bowl clears microwave grime: how heat softens buildup for easy wiping

Discover how a simple bowl of water and white vinegar uses steam and gentle acidity to soften microwave grime for quick wiping—cheap, eco-friendly, effective.

Illustration of used tea bags and dried tea leaves being applied to a carpet to neutralise odours using tannins

Home & Cleaning

November 20, 2025

The tea-bag carpet treatment neutralises smells: how tannins trap unwanted odours

Discover how the tea-bag carpet treatment neutralises smells. Learn how tannins trap odours, safe step-by-step use, best teas, risks, and evidence-backed tips.

Illustration of [a kitchen rubbish bin lined with layered newspaper to absorb moisture and prevent odours]

Home & Cleaning

November 20, 2025

The newspaper-lining keeps bins odour-free: how layered paper absorbs moisture fast

Keep bins odour-free with layered newspaper: fast moisture wicking, simple setup tips, and a quick comparison of liners to cut smells, costs and waste.

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