Posted on: July 28, 2022
Ponds are great for introducing new wildlife into your garden. Frogs, toads and newts all love a pond to be able to dip themselves into. Ponds are also a great place for damselflies and dragonflies to live, and you will often see them skimming across the water and resting on the leaves of any plants that you have in the water. Image credit There are lots of different options available for establishing a pond in…
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Posted on: July 14, 2022
The pipes inside heating systems can, over time, become clogged with corrosive material such as rust. This kind of build up can impair the efficiency of a heating system. To prevent this from affecting the operation of the system, magnetic filtration units can be fitted. If you’re wondering how a magnetic filtration unit works, read on to find out. Image credit Magnetic filtration units are often compared to filters, but they’re not the same. One…
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Posted on: June 28, 2022
Plumbing is an essential part of our home. If you don’t have the necessary skills to sort a problem yourself, it’s best to call a professional plumber. Many plumbing issues are simple enough for you to fix yourself, but they can be dangerous to try yourself. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the most common and annoying plumbing issues. This will help you avoid them and save money. Clogged drains can be annoying and…
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Posted on: June 28, 2022
Staying warm in your home isn’t too difficult during the summer months, but during the winter it can be difficult, and with the rising cost of gas and electricity (along with many other things) can make it something that is even more of a challenge as winter looms. Although there isn’t anything that you can do as an individual about the price of gas, there are things that you can do in your home now…
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Posted on: June 24, 2022
There are many different ways to restyle a bathroom, but a floor-to-wall feature, a feature wall, or a single feature can make a big difference. Large bathroom spaces can benefit from a feature wall or floor to create a dramatic focal point. A small bathroom can look too busy with decorative designs, but a large bathroom can benefit from a feature wall or floor to add warmth. One important element in planning a bathroom’s decor…
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Posted on: June 22, 2022
If you are curious where to find copper in your home, you will probably be surprised to learn that you might not have known it was in your kitchen appliances! It is common in many older homes to find copper pots and pans. Then again, many modern home electronics contain copper wires. Desktop computers are great sources of copper, as are older stereo equipment and even laptops. Image credit Decorative uses of copper are numerous.…
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Posted on: May 31, 2022
Renting gives you the flexibility to live in any area. While buying a home restricts you to a particular neighbourhood, renting lets you live wherever you want, even in high-valued neighbourhoods that you might not be able to afford to buy in. Also, renting lets you downsize or upgrade if you need to. This flexibility is particularly important if you’re planning on moving jobs and need flexibility. Image credit Rentals are usually cheaper than buying…
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Posted on: May 27, 2022
Several essential cleaning requirements should be met in hospitals. Those who work in hospitals should take responsibility for ensuring that the rooms are sterile and hygienic. Cleaning should be done at least twice a day for most areas and should include frequently touched surfaces like sinks, door handles, push plates, call bells, and equipment. These surfaces are vulnerable to infection and should be cleaned comprehensively. Environmental services should focus on thorough cleaning of these surfaces…
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Posted on: May 27, 2022
Something that many of us had to adjust to over lockdown was the fact that many of the places that we enjoy going to and rely on were closed, so we had to be creative and come up with alternative solutions! Something that many people struggled with was the closure of gyms, and this saw a rise in the number of home gyms that were popping up around the country, allowing people to work out…
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Posted on: April 25, 2022
Living in a smaller property such as Park Homes for Sale in Gloucestershire has its benefits. It can make you live in a neater house, because you’ll have to cut down on the amount of stuff you own. Also, living in a smaller property means that you won’t have as many bills, since you’ll be paying less to heat and light it, for example. Those are definitely advantages that can’t be overlooked! Here are some…
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Posted on: April 15, 2022
Concrete is an amazing building material, and it has been used for many years in the creation of our road networks, in the construction of many buildings and also in the development of a number of art pieces. There are many reasons that concrete is used with such popularity and why Concrete Gloucester companies such as www.monstermixconcrete.co.uk/ deliver the material all over the country each day. Image credit Concrete boasts a number of advantages that…
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Posted on: March 28, 2022
The Romans were an incredible group of people who have had an influence on many of the modern ways of living. From developing our road network right through to the ways in which we sanitise our homes, there is no doubt that they were revolutionary in the way they developed new and interesting methods for dealing with everyday problems and issues. Image Credit One such problem was how best to keep their homes and streets…
Continue ReadingPosted on: February 24, 2022
We all know that double glazing keeps us cosy in winter. But can it also keep us cool in the summer? The answer is yes, but to understand why we need to look at how double glazing actually works. Image credit How Does My Double Glazing Work? A single pane of glass is a poor insulator. In fact, it will trap heat from the inside and transfer it to the outside. A double-glazed window, on…
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Posted on: January 19, 2022
The Great British garden is one of the many iconic features of our country. Ever since the 1930’s the back garden has been a mainstay of pride and achievement for the humble homeowner. We have all strived to create a little piece of heaven “out the back” so we can rest and relax. The garden has also played a vital role in wartime as it was used to feed us and add to the rations…
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Posted on: January 6, 2022
Having risk assessments in place for a place of business is incredibly important and in many cases, a legal requirement and this includes risk assessments for fire. It can be difficult to know where to begin with these kinds of documents and a Fire Risk Assessment Gloucester company such as Keloscape can help out. Image credit The aim of having a completed fire risk assessment is that it gives you the opportunity to look at…
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Posted on: November 30, 2021
Christmas is the one time of year that you can go overboard with the decorations. As well as having lots of different decorations that you can have on your tree and around your room, you can also decorate your table and even the Connubia Calligaris Chairs that you bought from Nua Style to go with your dining table. Here are some ideas on how you can decorate your chairs for Christmas. Image credit Chair covers…
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Posted on: November 26, 2021
If you care to look under your sink, you will see something quite magical. Coming down and out of the sink, there is a mass of pipes that one first inspection doesn’t really make any sense. This is the realm of the plumber and it is a complicated world to understand. The art of channeling water around our homes via pipes is certainly an impressive feat, how does the plumber do it? Image credit Plumbing…
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Posted on: November 17, 2021
With the colder weather finally settling in and people looking to heat their homes, you can be sure that finding ways to save money on energy will be at the forefront of people’s minds. This has been made more prevalent after the recent collapse of a number of companies that work in the gas and electric energy fields. Image credit There are a number of ways that you can help reduce your energy costs and…
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Posted on: November 15, 2021
Van Morrison is a famous musician hailing from Belfast who has been performing for many decades. Have you ever wondered what these celebrities would have been like if they had chosen a completely different career? Imagine Van Morrison as a gas engineer. Here are some of his songs that could be applied to how you feel about your home’s heating! Some Sunny Day – 1962 When the sun is shining in the summer, the last…
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Posted on: October 17, 2021
Buying a house is a major investment and can be a stressful experience. It can be difficult to find the house you want at the right budget and additional costs can soon add up, making it easy to wonder whether it is necessary to have a property survey. Image Credit Potential problems You may think you have found the perfect house. It meets your criteria and you are happy to make an offer of the…
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