The recent hot weather had us digging out our shorts and flinging open our windows and back doors, as very few British homes have the benefit of air conditioning. But the price we paid for a bit of a ...

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Insect screens do an excellent job of letting fresh air in and keeping bugs (and other unwanted creatures) out. It can be difficult to notice but they do get pretty grotty and benefit from a wash ...