AN interior design fan has shared how she was quoted a whopping £1000 for her dream staircase. So she decided to take matters into her own hands, get stuck into some DIY and transformed them herself – saving major money along the way. Laura runs a social media account (@thehexagonalhouse) dedicated to all things “DIY, […]
More than half of adults aged over 45 never wear second-hand items | The Sun
More than half of adults aged over 45 never wear second-hand items – unwilling to wear ‘someone else’s clothes.’ A poll of 2,000 adults found there’s a perception among this age group that used garments are ‘unhygienic’, ‘tend to be faded’, and are of ‘poor quality.’ However, many of those aged 18 to 34 have […]
I'm a cleaning pro and you're washing your towels wrong – you shouldn’t be using detergent and fabric softener | The Sun
A CLEANING pro has shared the right way to wash your towels – and if you always use detergent and fabric softener, you’re doing it wrong. In fact, according to Ann Russell – who has built up a huge following on social media after releasing helpful cleaning hacks – sometimes all you need is water. […]
Ever fancied red wine with breakfast or an espresso martini at night? Well here's why it might actually be a good idea | The Sun
THEY say it’s always five o’clock somewhere – and it turns out there ARE specific times when we should be cracking open the booze. While a survey has discovered that beer tastes better at 6pm and in the great outdoors, alcohol experts say choosing your tipple to match the time isn’t just a case of […]
I'm a cleaning lady – a clear sign a restaurant isn't scrubbing deep enough, I've walked out after quick judgments | The Sun
A CLEANING lady has shared why she occasionally leaves restaurants mere moments after she steps into the establishment. She explained it was because of a clear sign that a restaurant hadn't cleaned the place well. Allison (@allisonscleanin) shared the video with over 1.1 million TikTok followers. The professional swore that as someone who is very […]
Horoscope today, September 6, 2023: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg | The Sun
OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died earlier this year but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 The sterner side of Saturn may try to put a stop to your […]
I live in an off-grid cabin in the Rocky Mountains at 11,600 ft – showering is a process but I have clean, warm water | The Sun
LIVING off-the-grid comes with some challenges – but one Rocky Mountain resident has shared how she doesn't mind roughing it. After all, who needs the convenience of a modern shower when you have scenic views? The outdoorsy living adventurer showed just what it takes to get washed up in the wilderness. "It's morning, I want […]
I'm 55 and lost 30 lbs – I was worth the effort, I wish I’d known how incredible I would feel once I got lean and strong | The Sun
A FIT woman over 50 has shared how fabulous she looks and feels after her 30-pound weight loss. She said it was worth the hard work and she wished she had known how great she would feel in her new lean and strong body. Fitness fan Gail McNeill (@fiftysister) is an age-positive advocate who is […]
I made an epic discovery inside my mid century modern home's doors while renovating – people are very jealous of my find | The Sun
A HOMEOWNER has left others envious after sharing the epic discovery she made while renovating her home which was built in 1958. Krys Melo (@melodramarama) said she decided to take a closer look at the case opening in the walls of her house after they caught her attention. She shared her suspicions on TikTok over […]
I gave my boring, white bathroom an afternoon makeover using B&M bargains – it looks so chic now | The Sun
WHEN most of us get a few spare hours in the afternoon, we stick on the TV for a few hours or take a nap. But if put to good use, as one productive TikToker has demonstrated, the time could help you revamp an entire room in your house. In a TikTok clip posted under […]