There’s nothing like receiving personal, thoughtful Christmas gifts from your favourite people – it really makes your bells jingle. And while practical Christmas gifts might not be welcomed in our early years, the more we grow up, the more we appreciate presents, which can be used longer than the two weeks following Christmas. Of course,…
When you find the central heating not working on a cold winter morning, it is surely a cause of despair. But it doesn’t always have to be. While certain central heating problems can indeed come at a price, in a lot of cases you’ll be able to roll your sleeves (if it’s not too cold)…
With temperatures set to drop as the colder part of the year slowly sneaks around the corner, your oven is about to get some action again. While summer calls for lighter dishes and al-fresco dining, autumn and winter are truly the seasons for mouth-watering roasts, indulging pies and crumbly quiches. And let’s not forget about…
The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and unexplainable joy has spread across the country. It is finally summer. We never know how long it will last but even a week-long heatwave can be exhausting, if we’re not properly prepared. This summer we wanted to make sure your home is ready to face the…
As a society we are increasingly becoming aware of the impact our everyday decisions and consumer habits have on the environment. While 20 or 30 years ago we might have not considered the long term environmental impact of plastic packaging or transporting goods from far away, today the situation has changed. We increasingly evaluate the…
The long-waited time for barbecues and outdoor dinners has finally come and we couldn’t be more excited. The freezer is stocked, the bottles are cooling and the friends are invited. Really, nothing could possibly go wrong. Or maybe it can. The barbecue, the star of the show, might have some sinister plans, especially if you…
Boiler service can often be forgotten of brushed off, as something that is recommended but not important. After all, if there isn’t a visible problem, surely your boiler could go without one, and you could save yourself the money for a service. That’s where you would be wrong. An annual boiler service not only ensures…
Blocked sink – we’ve all encountered the horrors of it, the unpleasant smell, the monster-sound of the pipes, as the water drains, and the puddle of waste water which takes a century to drain. OK, maybe it’s not a real horror show, but it’s not what you want to find home after a long workday.…
Kids love water, that’s no secret. From early ages kids are fascinated and attracted to moving water and its “magical” capabilities of making things flow away, sink or disappear. This fascination includes your household fixtures as well – toilets, sinks, baths and taps. That’s why it’s important to teach kids about basic plumbing from early…
When you grow up, home is the one place when you have most of your adventures, yet feel safe and protected as if nothing can ever happen to you. We’ve all had our injuries as kids, many of them at home and as we grow up we tend to just laugh it off, and forget…