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Mum shares ‘genius’ hack to keep paddling pool clean
26.06.2022 - 19:07 / ok.co.uk
It's looking like the UK is in for a hot summer this year with reports that the country is set for another four heatwaves over the next few months. It's believed that the second half of July could include another heatwave with two more making their way over in August and September. Experts predict that temperatures could be between 30C and 36C this summer.
While the hot weather is certainly welcomed it also signals the return of the paddling pool and as fun it is for kids, cleaning the inflatable water system can be a right pain for parents. One mum, who managed to finesse keeping the pool clean, took to social media platform TikTok to share her foolproof tip with other parents. A user, who goes by the name Rachael Allenby, shared a video to her page of how she keeps the bugs out of her pool using an everyday bedroom staple.
Rachael, who credits her sister in law for her hack, placed a fitted bed sheet around her paddling pool to keep out any creepy crawlies when its not in use. She wrote: “My sister in law's hack, her granddaughter had literally spent 20 minutes in it, why would she change the water and waste it? "This keep's bugs and other stuff out. it was a kingsize bed sheet used on a 6ft x 4ft paddling pool.” She added that “you definitely need 2 people” to ensure the method is done correctly and avoid soggy sheets.
As the video racked up the likes and comments, people shared their surprise at such a useful tip. One said: "That is genius - last year it took me about an hour to cover mine in clingfilm.” While another added: “Thats a great idea. I used a butterfly catcher from the dollar store to get the bugs out.” A third commented: “I’m so glad I saw this bc I was literally about to go buy a liner.” The hack comes
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ok.co.uk
15.07.2022 / 17:21
Mum's brilliant paddling pool trick inflates one in just two minutes
Temperatures in the UK are hot and set to rise further as experts predict another few days of extreme heat before thunderstorms settle in. With the rise in temperatures comes the different and often innovative ways Brits are turning to to keep cool including an ingenious way to keep homes with loft hatches cooler.
variety.com
07.07.2022 / 20:05
As Boris Johnson Got the Boot, British Television Got Pretty Bonkers (Column)
Scott Bryan This has been the weirdest week in British television in a long time.In the days leading up to Boris Johnson’s resignation, the number of gaffes and surreal moments captured on live television became almost impossible to track. But in many ways, these moments reflected the surreal mood of the country as the prime minister refused to step down, despite more than 50 government resignations.Take the political coverage from College Green, a public park in Westminster and a popular location for interviews with politicians.
glamour.com
05.07.2022 / 17:45
Rebel Wilson Shares Poolside Vacation Pic: ‘YOU Are More Than Just Your Weight’
Pitch Perfect star wrote she was having a good time indulging and was choosing to be kind to herself after realizing she’s put on a little weight.Wilson, , used the moment as an opportunity to remind her social media fanbase not to feel guilty about weight gain as it “doesn’t define” them.“I just noticed I put on 3 kg’s on my holiday,” she said. “I’m at an amazing all-inclusive resort… I’ve lost all self-control..
msn.com
22.06.2022 / 13:37
Glastonbury gates officially open as Emily Eavis shares nod to Paul McCartney
Leeds United set asking price for Arsenal or Chelsea to sign RaphinhaGirl orphaned at young age loses sister who was her guardian in car crashKim Kardashian snaps at her kids for causing havoc during Jimmy Fallon interviewBritish Airways crew forced to isolate after one tests positive for monkeypoxSpeaking to BBC Radio 4’s Today Programme, Jo said this morning: ‘Glastonbury is the ultimate festival, it’s a celebration of all the arts and it’s all about the human experience. ’She added: ‘Everyone is just so friendly, so you make lots of friends, it’s just a wonderful experience and yeah, you might get muddy, you might get a bit wet, but the great British spirit, we just get on with it don’t we and we just enjoy ourselves regardless….
msn.com
17.06.2022 / 14:09
Hugh Grant called 'Jesus' for donations to charity helping to keep elderly warm
Hugh Grant has donated another £10,000 to elderly people struggling with the rise of the cost of living in the UK. The 'Bridget Jones' actor has made a third donation to the charity Depher, who are providing vulnerable senior citizens with free plumbing and heating amid a surge in energy prices. Founder James Anderson says the 61-year-old star should be renamed Jesus after he made the generous donation via the Depher GoFundMe page.
deadline.com
17.06.2022 / 12:09
‘Wilderness’: Jenna Coleman & Oliver Jackson-Cohen To Lead Cast Of Prime Video Series
EXCLUSIVE: Jenna Coleman (The Serpent) and Oliver Jackson-Cohen (The Invisible Man) have been cast as co-leads of Amazon Original drama series, Wilderness, from Firebird Pictures. Filming begins this month in the U.S., Canada and UK, with the series launching on Prime Video next year in over 240 countries and territories.
ok.co.uk
16.06.2022 / 23:05
Hugh Grant donates £10,000 to fundraiser helping Brits with the rising cost of living
Hugh Grant has donated yet another £10,000 to a charity which provides free plumbing and heating services for the elderly and vulnerable. The founder of Depher, James Anderson, has hailed the British actor as a "god" after he donated a large sum of money to the charity for the third time on Thursday morning. James, 54, said that Hugh's donation had been verified by GoFundMe and was more important than ever with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.The Burnley charity worker said: "If I could rename Jesus, I would call him Hugh.
ok.co.uk
15.06.2022 / 01:39
Hugo Hammond goes public with new girlfriend a year after entering Love Island
Hugo Hammond has finally done what he struggled to do during his time in the Love Island villa; find love. The former 25 year old PE teacher's time in the villa will always remain infamous after he struggled to couple up when he took part in the seventh series of the ITV2 dating show. But he appears to have put his lady troubles behind him as he took to Instagram to post a photo with his new girlfriend, Molly Wilkins.
ok.co.uk
12.06.2022 / 15:45
EastEnders' Letitia Dean in tears as she shares dad died last week during Soap Awards speech
EastEnders actress Letitia Dean revealed her father had recently passed away as she received the Outstanding Contribution award at this year’s British Soap Awards. The actress, 54, who has played Sharon Watts in EastEnders since 1985, dedicated the award to her father in an emotional speech. As she made her way onto the stage, she exclaimed “Hello mum!” before embracing on-screen mum, Anita Dobson, who presented her with the award.