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Lynsey Crombie answers Telegraph Recommended reader questions

Lynsey Crombie answers Telegraph Recommended reader questions

Published by Sam Flores

What are the best eco swaps you can make at home? Bishan, West Midlands I’m a massive fan of using what’s already in your cleaning cupboards at home, rather than always running to the supermarket to buy the latest cleaning product. A juicy lemon and a bit of bicarbonate of soda makes a fabulous scrubber for the oven, for stainless steel and some of those really grimy jobs. White vinegar is absolutely amazing at banishing hard water marks and limescale. Soda crystals, which you may already have in your laundry cupboard, are a really good degreaser. What are your top daily cleaning habits that people can stick to without feeling burnt out? Elliot, London Always air and make your bed every day. If you make your bed, it literally transforms your bedroom and it sets you up for the day. Never go to work with a pile of dirty dishes in your sink. Nobody wants to walk home from work exhausted at 5pm to a pile of breakfast dishes. And always run the vacuum around …

How I Shop with Michelle Ogundehin: ‘We grownups have enough stuff already’ | Interiors

How I Shop with Michelle Ogundehin: ‘We grownups have enough stuff already’ | Interiors

Published by Sam Flores

Michelle Ogundehin, former editor-in-chief of Elle Decoration magazine, is the head judge on the BBC’s Interior Design Masters and co-host of Grand Designs: House of the Year. She trained as an architect and also works as a commentator and consultant, as well as being a trustee of the Design Museum. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. Her bestselling first book, Happy Inside, explores how home shapes health and happiness; her forthcoming book (spring 2027), Your Powerful Home: 4 Steps to a Home that Heals, looks at your home as a partner in your wellbeing, an ethos she shares through her Happy Insiders Club, which offers guided monthly coaching. What’s the last treat you bought for yourself? A small bundle of artist-grade watercolour paper. Not exciting on the surface, but it gives me disproportionate pleasure. I’ve learned that treats don’t need to be indulgent – they need to remove friction from something you love doing. Great linen sheets fall into this category, too. …

The best pregnancy pillows, tried and tested

The best pregnancy pillows, tried and tested

Published by Sam Flores

Sleeping can be an uncomfortable experience as your bump grows bigger in the second and third trimesters, but the best pregnancy pillows can help you get a little more shut eye in the months leading up your baby’s arrival. Longer in length than a normal pillow, pregnancy pillows are designed to support the changing shape of a pregnant woman’s body. There are hundreds available online, but together with the help of Rachel Fitz-Desorgher, a baby and parenting expert, we’ve selected our top 11. They range in price from £27 to £159 and we’ve covered brands from Cushy Puff and Bbhug me to Silentnight and Simba. Our full reviews of each are below, followed by an FAQ section on how to use them, but if you’re in a hurry, here’s a quick look at our five of our favourites: The best pregnancy pillows: At a glance How to choose the best pregnancy pillow When you start searching for the best pregnancy pillow you might feel overwhelmed at the amount of choice available. Fitz-Desorgher says the key …

The best cordless drills for DIY jobs

The best cordless drills for DIY jobs

Published by Sam Flores

All of the drills were tested at a workshop, where each one was handled and judged by a group of twelve construction students (both men and women, aged 20 to 60) to give a balanced assessment of their drilling and screwdriving performance. I also used the drills at home for tasks such as hanging wall shelves, uninstalling old screws and hanging cabinet doors.  I rated each drill on its ease of use, considering if it is easy to charge, how it feels in the hand, and if you can use it comfortably for extended periods. I also assessed the tools’ versatility across modes including drilling, screwdriving and hammer-drilling (as applicable). For battery runtime, I timed it by using the same drill bit and keeping each drill’s trigger pressed down with a cable tie, and I judged their speed and effectiveness when screwdriving or drilling through wood, metal and plastic. Finally, price, quality and any standout individual features were taken into consideration. The scores from each of the criteria were then averaged to give us an …

The 14 best tumble dryers, according to experts

The 14 best tumble dryers, according to experts

Published by Sam Flores

Our inclement weather makes drying clothes on a line all year round nigh-on impossible, so the Great British public has two choices: a cheap-to-run heated clothes airer, or a convenient but energy-intensive tumble dryer. Or so you might think. In fact, the best tumble dryers these days are decidedly low-energy, costing around 60p per load but the tricky part is weighing up how much to spend up front. Tumble dryers at the affordable end are less energy efficient, so could cost you more in the long-run. Heat pump tumble dryers are more expensive, but don’t require as much electricity to generate heat, making them more energy-efficient and cheaper in the long run. We’ve broken down the differences between heat pump, vented and condenser tumble dryers below and asked experts for recommendations of specific tumble dryers. Where possible, we’ve got hands-on experience with the tumble dryers in question and answered your tumble dryer FAQs. The best tumble dryers: At a glance How to choose a tumble dryer The best tumble dryers have multiple programme settings – …

‘Interiors,’ ‘According to Garp’ Actor Was 79

‘Interiors,’ ‘According to Garp’ Actor Was 79

Published by Daniella Wilson

Mary Beth Hurt, the Tony-nominated actress whose demure demeanor drew moviegoers to her array of emotionally impactful performances in such films as Interiors, Chilly Scenes of Winter and The World According to Garp, died Sunday. She was 79. Her death was announced by her daughter, Molly Schrader, and husband, Oscar-nominated writer and director Paul Schrader. Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2015, she resided in an assisted-living facility in Manhattan, where her husband lived in an apartment in the building. Hurt also brought a sophisticated flair to James Ivory’s Slaves of New York with her turn as a gallery owner, and she portrayed a 1950s mom whose quirky behavior convinces her son (Bryan Madorsky) that she and her husband (Randy Quaid) are cannibals in another 1989 film, the Bob Balaban-directed black comedy Parents. And in Six Degrees of Separation (1993), Hurt played one of the New York socialites who falls into the web of deceit created by a charismatic young man (Will Smith) pretending to be the son of Sidney Poitier. Hurt appeared 15 times on …

The DUSK Sale Has Up To 50% Off Spring Decor

The DUSK Sale Has Up To 50% Off Spring Decor

Published by Sam Flores

We hope you love the products we recommend! All of them were independently selected by our editors. Just so you know, HuffPost UK may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page if you decide to shop from them. Oh, and FYI — prices are accurate and items in stock as of time of publication. Your annual spring clean ushers in a fresh lease on life – less clutter, more space, and (let’s be honest) a feeling of accomplishment. But it can also make your home feel… kinda empty. If you ask us, the best part of getting rid of stuff is having space to buy more, and what better way to get into the mood for spring than by dotting seasonal touches around your home? All it takes to brighten up your space is a few well-placed colours, and maybe some floral touches to boot. These bargains in the DUSK sale are all you need to embrace a spring fling – and up to 50% off now! Don’t …

The best washer-dryers for a two-in-one solution to laundry

The best washer-dryers for a two-in-one solution to laundry

Published by Sam Flores

A washer-dryer seems the perfect space-saving alternative to buying separate washing machines and tumble dryers, and is usually more affordable. Still, you don’t want to get stuck with a subpar combo, which could run up high electricity costs and leave clothes damp after the drying cycle. If this is the case, you may want to buy a cheap-to-run heated clothes airer. Washer-dryers can cost anywhere from £350 to more than £2,000 but for most people, you’ll still be making a saving compared to buying separate machines. The two main types of washer-dryers are freestanding and integrated, which are fairly self-explanatory, but you can read more about what to look for in a washer-dryer in the FAQs section below. Freestanding washer-dryers tend to be more popular, which is why I’ve focused on them for this guide. I’ve also asked experts for advice and their own recommendations of specific washer-dryers. The best washer-dryers: At a glance How to choose a washer-dryer Choosing the best size and capacity for your home are key when buying a washer-dryer. “It’s …

Best dried flowers for gifts 2026, including Bloom & Wild and Lisa Angel

Best dried flowers for gifts 2026, including Bloom & Wild and Lisa Angel

Published by Sam Flores

Everyone loves fresh, everlasting flower bouquets but they aren’t the easiest arrangements to care for and their maintenance can take up a lot of time. Thankfully, there’s another option: dried flowers. These natural blooms are a more sustainable choice, offering longevity and guaranteeing forever-artful arrangements with low maintenance. Like fresh flowers, dried blooms or preserved flowers are available in a surprising range of vivid tones. As an interiors and DIY specialist, I’ve always found them the easiest go-to option for home decoration. With Mother’s Day approaching, they also make superb gifts, since they’re hardy and travel well. Several retailers across the UK offer beautiful bunches, from well-known names like Bloom & Wild and Lisa Angel to more boutique options such as Grace & Thorn. Prices vary widely, from as little as £11.66 to over £100 for a bouquet. These florals make lovely mantelpiece or side-table decorations, eye-catching centrepieces or simple gifts for mum and dad. You can read my reviews of the best dried flowers below, followed by answers to the most frequently asked questions …