The age-old dilemma of “To Rent or to Buy” is still a hot topic of debate all around the country as young couples, families and singletons struggle to save enough money to put down as a deposit on a home of their own. Renting is possibly the only way they can afford to live together…
Buying presents and gifts for sisters, mums, aunties, wives or girlfriends can be a nightmare for a man who doesn’t have a clue what to get them. What is needed is a quick and easy guide to what options there are available. This can make the whole shopping experience much less stressful. Here are some…
To the immediate east of London lies an experiment in architectural design, construction and society. Thamesmead is best known now for its appearance as a futuristic city in Stanley Kubrick’s film A Clockwork Orange . By this point Thamesmead was already 6 years old and being used for social housing, which it still is today….
Winter is a hard time for a garden fence. Here are some of the things to look out for to help your fence through the winter months…
If your business pirates in a regulated industry such as medical, education or financial service there may be a number of different requirements imposed on you to ensure that you check your clients identity. There are a number of different ways that you can achieve this. You can use a manual process where you ask…
The turmoil in the UK economy caused by the so-called mini-budget appears to have calmed, but the recession remains. The cost of living crisis shows no signs of abating either, with many first-time buyers delaying their first property purchase. For those who are living with family, this is perhaps less of a bad thing with…
Located in the fourth row of the periodic table of elements, nickel is an important element. It is often used as an alloy with other elements to produce stainless steel. It is also used as a magnetic metal. A common feature in electronic devices, nickel is also a key component in rechargeable battery systems.
Whether you’re retiring, moving to a retirement community, or just downsizing for health reasons, it’s important to start early and stay focused. The process can be a long, tedious one, and you’ll find that taking the time to prepare will make the transition go more smoothly. Here are a few tips to help you get…
Whether you are looking to install new pipes, or to replace existing ones, there are a number of different types of pipe fittings to choose from. These fittings are used to join, connect, and terminate different parts of a plumbing system. They are shaped like tubes or plugs and are generally made of copper, brass,…
