Video tapes are familiar to most people that are old enough to be parents, but are very rarely seen any more. They quickly got superseded by DVDs as a superior format, and now even the DVD is fading into the past with streaming services reigning supreme. ContentsHow To Dispose Of VHS CassettesThe Value Of VHS…
Understanding how to dispose of waste in your home or business can make a huge difference in avoiding future problems. A common thing people get wrong is cooking oils and fats. So, how should you dispose of cooking oil? ContentsUsed Cooking OilOil Shouldn’t Go Down The DrainNor Should It Go Down The ToiletEven With Hot…
Most people take their car to their nearest tyre workshop or use a mobile fitter when their tyre tread runs down or they get a puncture. That means the company dispose of the old tyre (or tyres) on your behalf. What if you’ve got an old tyre lying around though, how do you dispose of…
Technology is slowly allowing us to replace the use of keys as a means of securing our property, but the vast majority of use still use them to access our homes, vehicles and other property. Sometimes keys are damaged, copies are required and old keys are surplus to requirements. How do you dispose of them…
Burning rubbish in residential gardens is a polarising activity. Some people consider it to be normal, while others see it as a selfish, anti-social activity that creates pollution. What are the rules around outdoor fires in residential areas? ContentsWhen Bonfires Are AllowedBurning Household RubbishFire Pit RestrictionsWhy Neighbours Object To BonfiresFines For Garden FiresCalling The Police…
Light bulbs used to be chucked in the bin with other waste for collection in the weekly kerbside collection. These days recycling of light bulbs is possible, and many types of modern bulb should not go into general waste. Let’s take a look in more detail about disposal of light bulbs. Dispose of older, incandescent…
It’s hard to find a supermarket without a corner of the car park dedicated to recycling bins. Compared to other retailers, supermarkets have been trailblazers in leading the revolution in helping us all dispose of our waste responsibly. Supermarket recycle centres almost all offer cardboard, plastic and metal recycling, with a growing number now having…
Composting garden waste materials can create organic fertiliser to use in your garden. However, we’ve all had to deal with invasive weeds and other plants that seem to have no good uses. The good news is that you can use your garden’s weeds to create future plant life, including flowers, grass, trees, and more. ContentsPutting…
They say that dogs are a man’s best friend, and it’s true that they are one of the best pets to show loyalty and love to their owner. However, an unavoidable reality of being a dog owner is dealing with their faeces. No matter how much you love your pooch, the simple reality is a…