Articles by Louise Bond | Top Ten Reviews

Louise Bond is a UK-based writer and the founder of The Cove Copy. She has been published in The Guardian, Breathe, Fit & Well, Top Ten Reviews, and more. When she’s not writing, you can usually find her out in nature, whether hiking in the woods or pottering in the garden.

Articles by: Louise Bond

Vacuum cleaner in the end of a dryer vent duct

How to clean out a dryer vent: keep your appliance performing perfectly

By Louise Bond last updated 5 November 24

HOW TO If you want to keep your dryer running at its optimal level, here is a step-by-step for how to clean your dryer vent.

How to sharpen a chainsaw: step by step for getting your tool back to its best

By Louise Bond last updated 30 October 24

HOW TO Learn how to sharpen a chainsaw blade with a file for optimum performance.

Wish you could make Christmas dinner in the microwave? Here's what you can prep in advance

By Louise Bond last updated 5 September 24

Advice The pressure is on when cooking on the big day, but which parts of Christmas dinner can you make in advance?

Coleman RoadTrip X-cursion LXE being ignited by writer during testing

How to light a gas grill — our foolproof guide to get you up and running this summer

By Louise Bond last updated 7 March 24

How To Learn how to light a gas grill with our step-by-step guide, including safety tips and considerations for choosing the right grill.

6 AeroPress coffee types to try

By Louise Bond published 27 December 23

Advice We share six AeroPress coffee types to try with step-by-step instructions.

AeroPress Clear review: an eco-friendly, portable coffee maker

By Louise Bond published 19 December 23

Review We test and review the AeroPress Clear including the design, features, performance, price, and maintenance.

French press vs AeroPress: which coffee brewing method is best?

By Louise Bond published 25 November 23

Versus We compare two of the most popular at-home coffee brewing methods in our French press vs AeroPress guide.

Best lawn sprinklers: for a good-looking yard with little intervention, chosen by experts

By Louise Bond last updated 24 November 23

Buying guide Keeping your yard well-watered is easier than ever with the best lawn sprinklers, from brands like Rain Bird, Aqua Joe, and more.

Man and daughter next to an open washing machine

How to move a washing machine

By Louise Bond published 7 September 23

How To Learn how to move a washing machine without injuring yourself or damaging the machine.

Man and woman sat next to each other in hot tub.

How much does a hot tub cost to buy and install?

By Louise Bond published 5 August 23

Advice We break down the costs of buying and installing a hot tub so you know what to expect.

Rain bird lawn sprinkler in use on green lawn.

Rain Bird In-Ground Automatic Sprinkler System Review: it's an easy-to-use piece of kit

By Louise Bond published 1 August 23

We weigh up the pros and cons of the The Rain Bird In-Ground Automatic Sprinkler System to help you decide whether it's right for you.

How to install a hot tub

By Louise Bond published 15 June 23

HOW TO We walk you through how to install a hot tub step-by-step, including the supplies and labor you'll need.

Quietest dishwashers: Two girls loading the dishwasher

What are the quietest dishwashers in 2024?

By Louise Bond published 9 February 23

Buying Guide The quietest dishwashers will minimize unwanted noise while making your dishes squeaky-clean.

Piles of logs to be used with a chainsaw mill

How to use a chainsaw mill

By Louise Bond published 20 January 23

GARDENS Need to know how to use a chainsaw mill for your next DIY project? We give a beginner's overview here.

How to cut logs with a chainsaw

By Louise Bond published 18 January 23

GARDENS Learn how to cut logs with a chainsaw safely and effectively.

How to mix chainsaw gas

By Louise Bond published 29 December 22

GARDENS All you need to know about how to mix chainsaw gas for optimum performance.

How to recycle a Christmas tree: 10 ways to give new life to your used tree

By Louise Bond published 28 December 22

Advice Here are 10 ways to be more eco-friendly this season by knowing how to recycle and reuse a Christmas tree.

7 reasons why a hot tub would upgrade your New Year's Eve party

By Louise Bond published 28 December 22

New Year's Eve Make a splash this New Year's Eve with a hot tub party – perfect for warming up these chilly nights!

How to light a propane heater

By Louise Bond published 25 December 22

GARDENS Keep warm by learning how to light a propane heater.

Can you cook your Christmas turkey on a grill?

By Louise Bond published 21 December 22

Christmas It’s a Christmas classic, but if your oven is out of action, can you cook a turkey on a grill?

Man using an orange chainsaw to cut a tree stump in half.

Why does my chainsaw cut crooked?

By Louise Bond published 3 December 22

FEATURE We ask an expert: “why does my chainsaw cut crooked?” Get back on course with our troubleshooting guide.

Man using a leaf blower in a park with autumn leaves around him.

How to get rid of leaves without raking

By Louise Bond published 26 November 22

FEATURE For ultimate convenience, we dig into how to get rid of leaves without raking them

Man using a leaf blower outside in an autumn field environment.

What's the quietest leaf blower?

By Louise Bond published 26 November 22

FEATURE If you’re concerned about noise levels, you may wonder: “what’s the quietest leaf blower?”

Man dressed in protective outdoor gear using a chainsaw to cut a tree branch.

How to cut with a chainsaw

By Louise Bond published 6 November 22

HOW TO A beginner’s guide to how to cut with a chainsaw

Man using a leaf blower in an autumn yard on the grass.

Leaf blower storage ideas

By Louise Bond published 5 November 22

FEATURE Keep your device in top condition with our leaf blower storage ideas

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