Recycling is integral to many of our routines, with most homes across the UK having at least one recycling bin collection and one general waste bin. Paper and card is one of the most widely offered services from councils, and has a very high uptake from residents. Paper documents containing personal information should always be…
With more and more recycling collections being offered by local councils, the number of wheelie bins a household needs seems to be gradually growing as the years fall by. ContentsStorage For Multiple BinsBuying Popular Sheds OnlineShelters By Bin QuantityAdvantagesDisadvantagesBin Storage Maintenance Storage For Multiple Bins As we’re no longer just keeping a single bin at…
Lava lamps are an unusual fusion of science and art, popular back in the 80s and 90s sat on household shelves, mesmerizing with a hypnotic blend of coloured wax blobs in liquid. Originating from the swinging sixties, these groovy pieces of decor may eventually come to a point in their lifespan where they need to…
The UK has seen an explosion of coffee shops on high streets, in shopping centres and at service stations in recent years, alongside the rapid growth of big brand coffee chains such as Starbucks, Costa Coffee and Cafe Nero. Brits have come to demand a higher quality of coffee in general as a result, with…
Batteries have become part of a huge number of applications in everyday life, so the number that are replaced in homes and businesses has soared over the decades as demand for them in products has grown. ContentsResponsible Battery DisposalBatteries Can’t Go In The BinWhere To Dispose Of Used BatteriesWhere To Dispose Of Old Car BatteriesBatteries…
Any bladed tool needs to be handled with care, from the moment it’s purchased, throughout its useful life, until it’s eventually disposed of when it is no longer fit for purpose. Whether it’s a power tool, kitchen or utility knives or a simple pair of household scissors, safe disposal is important to avoid unintended harm…
Aerosols like deodorant spray cans are a cause for confusion in the world of recycling and kerbside collections, but it’s actually straightforward. Today we’re going to squash a couple of myths around when aerosols like body sprays can go into recycling bins. ContentsChecking Cans Are EmptyProducts Using Aerosol CansHow To Identify An AerosolAerosol Can Bans…
When you buy new cutlery, there’s usually one of two reasons. Either you’re setting up home for the first time and kitting your new pad out with anything you can afford to get started, or alternatively those old knives and forks have seen better days. We’re looking at the latter case today, dealing with replacing…
Most crockery sets start as matching, well crafted sets that we’re proud of. Over time, a plate gets smashed here, a bowl chipped there, and eventually the time comes to replace the set entirely. When you’re fast becoming one of those households that have no matching crockery, attention turns to buying a fresh clean set,…