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The salt trick is not an efficient way of removing the foul odor – especially over a long period. But if you leave your salt for some time, then experts have warned that an unpleasant smell may be the least of your problems. Here’s what they recommend doing instead. Why you should not pour salt down your drain Why you should not pour salt down your drain ‘I don’t recommend that people pour salt down their drains or in their garbage disposals and think that it will remove the smells....

However, the growing demand for dogs has seen a significant rise in dog theft – charity DogLost recently revealed a 170% increase in pet thefts in the past year, with many stolen breeds targeted for resale at extortionate prices. The problem became worldwide news this week when Lady Gaga revealed her dog walker had been shot during the theft of her two French bulldogs on February 24th in Los Angeles. But it’s not just while out and about that dog theft is occurring – dogs are also being stolen from our homes and gardens....

Long summer days offer the perfect opportunity to get your hands in the dirt together, and watch the magic of something you have planted together grow. Gardening with children is among the many backyard ideas for kids, and the best way to get children gardening is for parents or grandparents to show the way by gardening themselves. Allocate a section of the garden for children to develop as part of your backyard ideas, and allow them work alongside you to share the passion and experience....

Whilst practically may be the priority, with so many hallway flooring materials to choose from there’s no need to compromise of aesthetics. The hallway floor is a brilliant way to add personality, color and pattern to your home, setting the tone for the rest of your home. In fact, as areas that we are only in for a short amount of time the hallway makes a brilliant place to be bold with decorating....

Small kitchen ideas can be beautiful while also maintaining the functionality and flow of the room. Knowing how to make a small kitchen look bigger, as well as the most efficient layout for a small kitchen can help you to create a room that makes a wonderful visual impact and serve you well as a space. We have spoken to some of our favorite designers and kitchen experts about their tips for small kitchens so that you can curate a functional kitchen for the heart of your home....

With floor space at a premium in box bedrooms, the room can easily become cluttered, so it’s important to make use of every nook and cranny when designing the space to help keep it feeling as spacious and welcoming, after all, a clear space is often a more relaxing space and arguably nowhere in the home is this more important than in a bedroom. To help answer the design debate of how to maximize storage in a box bedroom we posed it to some interior experts and have rounded up their advice and best small bedroom storage ideas....

Look around a room – it is often the soft furnishings that will define the aesthetic. From window dressings to sofa upholstery, we take a look at some key considerations to have in mind when choosing upholstery fabrics, including a few of our favorite suppliers. See: Living room ideas – 25 inspiring ways to decorate and furnish your space 1. Choosing the best fabric for sofa upholstery? Consider practicality 1. Choosing the best fabric for sofa upholstery?...

The best grills and best gas grills need care and maintenance to deliver delicious burgers, steak, kebabs, chicken, fish, veggies and more time after time, and that involves cleaning correctly both before and after use, as well as deep cleaning every so often, too. A pristine grill is an important factor in grilling safely and avoiding foodborne illness, and will ensure everything you serve up tastes as delicious as it should, and this is the lowdown on how to clean a grill....

Once you know how to grow zinnias, saving the seed is the next natural step, and is a fantastic way to experiment with different varieties. ‘Zinnias come in a huge range of colors, shapes, and sizes. They’re commonly grown as summer annuals to bring lots of color to garden beds,’ says Lindsay Pangborn, gardening expert for Bloomscape (opens in new tab). ‘They grow fast and flower all season, making them the perfect candidate for collecting seeds....

Below, Philippa shows us how to create her favorite winter flower arrangement, using the best winter flowers. How to make a winter flower arrangement How to make a winter flower arrangement To make this winter flower arrangement, Philippa suggests: ‘I used a small compote bowl (15cm diameter) and a Kenzan (a reusable mechanic which supports and holds your stems in place). You can find both from various stockists online. ‘I used a selection of late winter flowers, including hellebores, narcissus and ranunculus, plus and a few foraged stems including dried grasses, ferns and small branches with dried leaves....

Family trips to the pumpkin patch are some of the best memories you can create with your kids, but if you want to make your Halloween carving or thanksgiving pie that extra bit special, we would certainly recommend growing your own. Once you know how to cultivate your pumpkins they’re super-easy to grow year after year as part of your vegetable garden ideas, and the results can be extraordinary, turning your garden into an autumnal wonderland just before they’re ready to be clipped, and carved or eaten....

Though small rooms can present many interior design challenges, there are several benefits to compact living. A well-designed bijou space can feel just as comfortable as a larger space, with all the warmth and snugness you crave. Increasing the sense of space in rooms that are small in stature is a design issue everyone wants to solve. We spoke to a few of our favorite interior designs, architects and decorators to find out their solutions....

Extracting pictures from a Google Docs document comes handy if you want to use the same images in different documents or elsewhere. There are multiple ways to export images from Google Docs on both mobile and desktop. Let’s get started with the desktop first, followed by Google Docs mobile apps on Android and iOS. How to Export Images from Google Docs on Desktop How to Export Images from Google Docs on Desktop...