TV presenter teams up with Smart Energy GB to debunk popular myths as survey shows nearly half of Brits question whether their household habits actually work

Millions of Brits are clinging to household 'tricks' they're not even convinced actually work. A study of 2,000 adults found that nearly half doubt whether their routines genuinely do the trick, yet persist with them anyway. These include watering the grass at night, using vinegar as a universal cleaner, and placing conkers on windowsills to spook spiders.

The research also exposed widespread bewilderment surrounding energy-saving 'tricks'. It revealed that families are convinced consuming electricity during the night is universally cheaper. In addition, many people believe maintaining heating on a constant low setting cuts costs, a

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