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Claire Spreadbury

Latest articles from Claire Spreadbury

Going green: Some of the eco kit available to use around the home. Picture: PA Photo/iStock

10 easy eco swaps we can all make at home
Being greener has never been easier. Claire Spreadbury reveals how to help protect the planet by using less plastic and recycling more.

Fixing up your house needn't be a chore... (Picture credit: Thinkstock/PA)

7 steps to DIY success - however inexperienced you are
DIY isn’t for everyone and if you’re a novice fixer-upper a lot of jobs can seem daunting.

Quality CCTV cameras and alarm kits are much more accessible these days and don't have to cost the earth (Picture credit: Thinkstock/PA)

7 things you can do to improve your home’s security
Guilty of not prioritising your home security? You’re not alone. Claire Spreadbury finds out what more you could be doing...

The rustic hanging rail

Home improvements: How to make a rustic hanging rail
Fancy getting stuck into a creative project? Try your hand at woodworking and hang your coats on this minimalist marvel.

Fill your skip carefully to maximise capacity (Picture credit: Richard Burr/PA Photos)

Planning a serious clear-out? Here’s what you need to know
It’s the time of year for a big old tidy up – but where to start? Builder and former Bake Off star Richard Burr reveals how to clear your clutter.

Lofty ambitions: Richard Burr [Philip Toscano/PA Photos]

Ask the experts: How to insulate your loft
As the chill sets in, Richard Burr reveals how to warm up your house and slash your heating bills.