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How to prevent condensation on windows: 6 effective solutions to stop moisture and mold before they destroy your window frames

Autumn brings many beautiful things – beautiful colors of nature, fragrant teas, Netflix without a guilty conscience. But along with it comes something less romantic: moisture that accumulates on the windows, as if you want to participate in some outdoor art installation. Condensation on the windows often appears before we even make our first coffee in the morning. And if we don't take it seriously, an uninvited guest quickly starts appearing in the corners – mold. Not only is it not aesthetic, it is also harmful to health.

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Toilet clean as new without scrubbing! The trick to cleaning the toilet with a laundry capsule that defeats limescale and unpleasant odors

If the word "toilet cleaning" makes you frown and take a deep breath through your mouth (because it's not exactly recommended to do it through your nose), you're not alone. We all know that cleaning the toilet is a household chore that most people avoid whenever possible. Not only is it an unpleasant chore, but it's also often a battle against stubborn limescale, bacteria, and odors that you'd rather leave outside your home. Luckily, there's a trick that even the most savvy clean-home enthusiasts know about—and best of all, it's right in your laundry room.

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Myth or truth: are reheated potatoes really poisonous?

Why are there so many questions surrounding potatoes? Is it true that reheated potatoes can easily become poisonous?

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Orchids not blooming? Try banana peels – they work better than expensive fertilizer!

Why do some orchids never bloom again, despite careful care? Have you tried everything – from special fertilizers to sprays, but nothing works? The solution may be much simpler than it seems. All you need is something that is almost always at hand – a banana peel.

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Don't throw them away: potato peels clean rust stains almost as well as WD-40!

Few people would think that potato peelings have properties that effectively remove rust. Believe it or not - it's true!

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What is the third compartment in the washing machine drawer really for? (Almost) nobody uses it – and why that's a mistake

If we had a euro for every time someone accidentally dumped detergent into the third compartment of a washing machine, we could probably afford a professional dry cleaner. Seriously – despite all the smart features and instructions in fifteen languages, the third compartment in the washing machine drawer remains something of a household enigma.

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How to remove old grease stains from clothes: a dishwashing detergent trick that really works

Oil stains that dry into fabric are a real pain in the ass. Once you overlook them before washing and then “bake” them in the dryer, they seem almost permanent. But they don’t have to stay there forever. There is a process that removes them – without harsh chemicals, without destroying the fabric, and best of all – with results that speak for themselves.

Healthy food

7 hidden side effects of eating too many almonds – the fifth one will surprise you!

They are considered a very healthy nut, full of vitamins and good fats - but aren't almonds so innocent in excessive quantities? What happens if you eat too many almonds?

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How to clean your vacuum cleaner so it sucks like new again – in 4 steps and without service costs

Every household has its faithful helper in the fight against dust. Sometimes it's quiet, often a bit noisy, but always ready to work. And then there comes a day when your vacuum cleaner suddenly seems to stop pulling. You vacuum, but the floor remains just as littered with debris as it was two minutes ago. Your first impulse? "Is it time for a new vacuum cleaner?" But hold that thought.

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How to wash a down jacket at home so it's like new? No dry cleaning, no lumps, no panic!

If you've always taken your winter jackets to the dry cleaners because "there's no other way," then read on. There's a better (and cheaper) way that won't sacrifice either your time or your style. Washing your down jacket at home is no longer taboo—even though the saleswoman may have solemnly promised you "this jacket is really dry-clean only." Spoiler: she was wrong.

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Plane ticket or doctor's prescription? 7 reasons why traveling can improve your health

Fatigue, stress, routine, that feeling of something pressing down on your shoulder blades... you know it? Most of us live in a constant pace of productivity, where a vacation is only a rare interruption to an otherwise perfectly planned life. But research shows something incredibly interesting - maybe taking a break isn't selfish at all. It might even save your life.

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This is a mistake that (almost) everyone makes when making tea – it destroys all the vitamins!

Ah, autumn. That time of year when we put on a fluffy blanket, turn on the TV and pretend we're part of a Scandinavian minimalist commercial for hygge. And what's missing from this scene? Of course – a cup of hot tea. Preferably homemade, made with rosehip, mint, chamomile or that wonderful set that we "spontaneously" picked up on a mountain trip in the summer (and then forgot in the kitchen drawer).

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