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Center Parcs • 2nd September 2024

The benefits of cold water cleansing | Aqua Sana

Cold water cleansing is growing in popularity as more people become aware of its significant health benefits. Believe it or not, this idea has been around for centuries, when ancient Greeks and Egyptians would bathe in cold water to help with muscle aches and skin irritation. After the initial shock to the system, there are several health benefits to cold water cleansing - including better circulation, healthier skin and stress relief.
 
Let’s explore the science behind this ancient tradition an...

VictoriaPlum.com • 17th April 2024

How to wash a bath mat

In this “how to” guide, from the bathroom experts at Victoria Plum, we’ll show you how to keep your bath mat clean and hygienic with step-by-step instructions for hand washing and machine washing.

VictoriaPlum.com • 8th February 2024

Easy Switches: 7 easy bathroom refurb ideas

If your bathroom's in need of a boost but your budget won't stretch to a complete overhaul, you're in the right place. We've compiled the most common jobs on your bathroom to-do list and come up with easy and cost-effective ways to get them ticked off in no time.

WildBounds • 21st August 2023

Interview: Wild Camping YouTuber Paul Messner

Just three years ago, Paul Messner was working a full-time job in a local factory. Nowadays he’s inspiring thousands of people every week with his well-documented wild camping adventures on YouTube. We caught up with him to discuss all things outdoor…

wilko • 20th March 2023

How to make compost

Of course, you can buy your compost readymade, but homemade compost contains many more nutrients, giving your fruit, veg and flowers the best chance to grow. Want to know how to make compost? We’re going to tell you how you can make it yourself by putting that overflowing household veg bin to use!

wilko • 25th October 2022

5 ways to save energy

A few little tweaks here and there can make a big difference to your energy usage in the home, and our little wins will have you using less energy before you know it! Our five tips don’t mean making do either – they’re just little changes that’ll save you money.

wilko • 10th May 2022

Eight easy ways to get your garden ready for summer

If your garden’s looking a little unloved after a winter’s worth of rain, snow, frost and wind, we’ve got lots of ways to bring it back to its best...just in time for summer parties!

wilko • 3rd April 2022

Garden décor ideas on a budget

Spring has sprung, and the longer, brighter days give us plenty of reasons to get back out in the garden. It won’t be long before the outdoor parties are planned and the BBQ’s fired up! If your garden’s not quite ready for guests yet, don’t worry, here’s a few ways you can bring it back to life without spending a small fortune.

wilko • 22nd March 2022

5 easy ways to make the most of a small kitchen

From cooking big family meals and the mad breakfast dash to catch ups over a cuppa and weekend baking marathons, the kitchen sees it all! If your kitchen’s on the smaller side, it can sometimes seem impossible to keep it looking and feeling organised, but there are lots of ways to make the most of a compact kitchen. Follow our 5 simple tips and tricks and we’ll have you falling back in love with the heart of the home in no time!

wilko • 30th January 2022

How to clean your fridge freezer in 5 simple steps

Tackling the fridge and freezer is the big cleaning job we all put off, but once it’s done it’s so worth it! Take a look at our little wins that’ll help bring your fridge and freezer back to life.

wilko • 14th January 2022

Weekend decorating guide

Does the bedroom need a refresh? Is the kitchen looking unloved? Or could the bathroom do with a mini makeover? Whichever room is next on your decorating to-do list, we’ve got lots of little wins to help you get it sorted in just a weekend!

VictoriaPlum.com • 17th April 2024

How to wash a bath mat

In this “how to” guide, from the bathroom experts at Victoria Plum, we’ll show you how to keep your bath mat clean and hygienic with step-by-step instructions for hand washing and machine washing.

VictoriaPlum.com • 8th February 2024

Easy Switches: 7 easy bathroom refurb ideas

If your bathroom's in need of a boost but your budget won't stretch to a complete overhaul, you're in the right place. We've compiled the most common jobs on your bathroom to-do list and come up with easy and cost-effective ways to get them ticked off in no time.

WildBounds • 21st August 2023

Interview: Wild Camping YouTuber Paul Messner

Just three years ago, Paul Messner was working a full-time job in a local factory. Nowadays he’s inspiring thousands of people every week with his well-documented wild camping adventures on YouTube. We caught up with him to discuss all things outdoor…

wilko • 20th March 2023

How to make compost

Of course, you can buy your compost readymade, but homemade compost contains many more nutrients, giving your fruit, veg and flowers the best chance to grow. Want to know how to make compost? We’re going to tell you how you can make it yourself by putting that overflowing household veg bin to use!

wilko • 25th October 2022

5 ways to save energy

A few little tweaks here and there can make a big difference to your energy usage in the home, and our little wins will have you using less energy before you know it! Our five tips don’t mean making do either – they’re just little changes that’ll save you money.

wilko • 10th May 2022

Eight easy ways to get your garden ready for summer

If your garden’s looking a little unloved after a winter’s worth of rain, snow, frost and wind, we’ve got lots of ways to bring it back to its best...just in time for summer parties!

wilko • 3rd April 2022

Garden décor ideas on a budget

Spring has sprung, and the longer, brighter days give us plenty of reasons to get back out in the garden. It won’t be long before the outdoor parties are planned and the BBQ’s fired up! If your garden’s not quite ready for guests yet, don’t worry, here’s a few ways you can bring it back to life without spending a small fortune.

wilko • 22nd March 2022

5 easy ways to make the most of a small kitchen

From cooking big family meals and the mad breakfast dash to catch ups over a cuppa and weekend baking marathons, the kitchen sees it all! If your kitchen’s on the smaller side, it can sometimes seem impossible to keep it looking and feeling organised, but there are lots of ways to make the most of a compact kitchen. Follow our 5 simple tips and tricks and we’ll have you falling back in love with the heart of the home in no time!

wilko • 30th January 2022

How to clean your fridge freezer in 5 simple steps

Tackling the fridge and freezer is the big cleaning job we all put off, but once it’s done it’s so worth it! Take a look at our little wins that’ll help bring your fridge and freezer back to life.

wilko • 14th January 2022

Weekend decorating guide

Does the bedroom need a refresh? Is the kitchen looking unloved? Or could the bathroom do with a mini makeover? Whichever room is next on your decorating to-do list, we’ve got lots of little wins to help you get it sorted in just a weekend!