Squeaky Door Hinge Fix, Plus Sticky Locks and Sagging Doors
Silence a squeaky door hinge for good: knock out the pin, clean and grease it, then fix sticky locks with graphite and sagging doors with screws.
Life Hacks
Patch a Bicycle Puncture and Stop It Happening Again
How to patch a bicycle puncture at home or by the road, find the thorn or glass that caused it, and carry a kit small enough for your pocket.
Unclog a Slow Drain Without Harsh Chemicals
Unclog a slow drain in a kitchen sink or bathroom basin with a plunger, the P-trap and a safe baking soda routine instead of caustic cleaners.
Fix a Dripping Tap: Washer or Cartridge Replacement Guide
Learn how to fix a dripping tap at home: shut off the water, tell a rubber washer from a ceramic cartridge, and swap the worn part safely.
Automatic Photo Backup for Your Phone: Free Options
Set up automatic photo backup on Android or iPhone in 15 minutes, compare the free tiers, and avoid the two mistakes that lose photos.
How to Dispose of Old Electronics and Batteries Safely
Dispose of old electronics the right way: sort the drawer, wipe the data, handle swollen batteries and find a collection point that takes them.
Clean Your TV Screen Without Damaging the Panel
Clean your TV screen with distilled water and microfibre, avoid the sprays that strip anti-glare coatings, and keep dust off for good.
Print From Your Phone Without a Computer (Easy Setup)
Print from your phone without a computer: Android and iPhone steps, why the printer is not found, and how to save ink on the first try.
Reduce Screen Eye Strain at Night: 8 Habits That Help
Reduce screen eye strain at night with better lighting, text size, and breaks. Plus the warning signs that mean you need an eye test.
Keep Your Internet Working During a Power Cut
Keep your internet working during a power cut: run the router and ONT on a small UPS, keep a mobile data fallback ready, and protect gear from the surge.