Ticking items off the to-do list is very satisfying but when it comes to DIY, working smarter, not harder, is the best plan of attack.

Tried-and-tested tips from those who have done it before can help you work more efficiently, so you can get the job done faster and with less chance of disaster.

That’s why we love to hear our readers’ Handy Hints and have put together these 15 DIY shortcuts to help you with home maintenance, gardening and more.

11. Odour away

11. Odour away
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12. Battery band

12. Battery band

13. Dent defence

13. Dent defence

Ticking items off the to-do list is very satisfying but when it comes to DIY, working smarter, not harder, is the best plan of attack.

Tried-and-tested tips from those who have done it before can help you work more efficiently, so you can get the job done faster and with less chance of disaster.

That’s why we love to hear our readers’ Handy Hints and have put together these 15 DIY shortcuts to help you with home maintenance, gardening and more.

14. Upside down

14. Upside down

15. Magnet magic

15. Magnet magic