‘I am the cat who walks by himself, and all places are alike to me.’ The Just So Stories, by Rudyard Kipling. It’s a pleasing thought, the independently wandering cat, and it speaks to what feels like their fundamental nature – going here, going there, unhindered by the world, and in control of their own …
Electric heaters are ideal for when your mains heating isn’t warming your home enough, or you want to transport your heater around with you. If you are a person who gets cold easily and can never seem to be warm, an electric heater could fix all your problems thanks to the portability benefit. You could …
Sure, modern-day electric kettles are convenient, inexpensive and get the job done, but we feel they’re often lackluster in design and just … lacking some pizzazz. On the other hand, stovetop kettles give your kitchen a retro feel and free you of all those plugs cluttering up your counters. Stovetop kettles are making a comeback …
There are loads of cool things you can do with a vinyl cutter. You can modify and personalise clothes, t-shirts, and bags, you can make all sorts of custom-designed signs, stickers, and banners, you can use them in greeting card making…the possibilities are endless! Quick Navigation [ez-toc] We’ve had a good look at what vinyl …
It can be a real pain sanding and finishing wood. Thankfully, life can get a whole lot easier for you for your DIY projects with a little bit of help from a palm sander. A palm sander is a must have for any woodworker, but you don’t need to spend a fortune to get one! …
It’s not just important to keep us warm, you know – your plants also need to be kept safe from the cold too! In order to make sure that your seasonal plants are kept nice and warm as it gets colder, a greenhouse heater is a must-have. Quick Navigation [ez-toc] The only problem is that …
If you are a keen gardener then finding the right garden spade is essential, however, it isn’t always easy finding the right one. The market for garden spades is pretty vast, not only can you get ones made from different materials but they are available in different sizes too. Ideally, you want one spade that …
If you are looking to build a pond in your garden then you will need a pond liner to do so. The types of pond liners that are available vary rather significantly with some being more basic than others. For those who are wanting to bring a pond to their garden but don’t intend to …
Every gardener strives to get that perfect, healthy looking green lawn. The kind of lawn you see on the front of gardening magazines or covering large areas of botanical gardens and stately homes. Sadly though, such lawns are quite hard to achieve in reality, and require a great deal of care and maintenance to get …
A ladder is just one of those things that’s essential to have in any household. Unfortunately, we have yet to evolve ourselves to the point where our bodies are able to stretch to double the size in a vertical fashion, so ladders are vital for ensuring that we can reach those harder to reach areas. …
You’re a woodworking enthusiast looking to up your game by getting some new tools. We’ve been there before, it’s an exciting time when you’re improving on your skills and are ready to advance! Of course, as with finding any product, finding a good palm router can often be a struggle. Quick Navigation [ez-toc] With so …
A good drill set is an important piece of kit for DIY enthusiasts and tradesmen alike. But you can’t just stick any old drill bit onto your drill to drill your perfect hole. Have you ever bought a cheap drill bit set and then have them go blunt after just a couple of uses? Or …
Oftentimes, it’s necessary to keep larger items out of your way in your house, and keep them in your shed instead. But just because you don’t want them in your house does not mean they’re not valuable to you. You want to keep your belongings safe, and for items in your shed, that means investing …
Hard water is the term we use to refer to water that has high mineral content, the principle of which is lime. Now, you can drink lime, but it doesn’t taste very nice, so you want appliances that are capable of purging it from the water you consume. It also causes limescale build-up, which is …
Splitting logs is hard physical work at the best of the times. At the worst of times, it can be exhausting, dangerous, and even potentially lead to expensive trips to Accident & Emergency. What separates the best of times from the worst of times? The right equipment, of course. Whether you’re filleting a fish or …
A beautiful lawn is a wonderful addition to any backyard or garden. But having your lawn lush, rich, green and healthy isn’t a given. The way to achieve a beautiful lawn that’s the envy of your neighbours or anyone who passes, is to get a really good lawn feed. Quick Navigation [ez-toc] There’s a lot …
Bladeless fan sales have been increasing since the first models were introduced to the market. They offer a convenient, relatively low-maintenance alternative to indoor fans, and since they have no blades and operate at a reduced speed, they’re safer to use and maintain. If you’re new to these products, it can be hard to see …
Orthopaedic pillows are designed to correct body positioning and increase your comfort whilst you sleep or lay on a flat surface. Placing them correctly to support one or more body parts whether this is your neck or back etc, enables you to get a healthier and better night’s sleep. By elevating your body, you are …
It’s always a sad moment when you realise that the long summer nights are coming to an end and that there aren’t going to be many more opportunities to sit outside with your friends and family, talking and joking through the warm evening. Well, have you ever considered a chiminea for a new addition to …
Are you looking for a way to attract nature to your garden? A bird table is a great way to do this, pop a few little bird seeds and treats on there and they’ll be flocking to it in no time. By introducing a bird table to your garden you are more than likely to …