Unlike the rest of our home, concrete garages rarely get the TLC treatment that they deserve. Often used as a dumping ground for unwanted items, a parking space or a place for all your DIY repair tools, garages generally look dark, dusty and a bit worse for wear. But fear […]
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Why do people hoard items?
The hoarding of items is particularly common in the UK, with more and more self-storage facilities and units being used as a place for people to keep their collectables. Like most human behaviors, saving and collecting possessions can range from being totally normal to excessive or pathological. Most children have […]
Different modes of running an Air Conditioner
Modern day air conditioners come with various modes to operate in, and it's important to understand the functioning of each, and the impact it can have on your electricity bills. Cooling mode An air conditioner is set to cooling mode by default, and it runs according to the set temperature, […]
The multiple benefits installing bi-folding doors can have to your home
Choosing to add and then having installed bi-folding doors is becoming one of the most common home improvements during the past three to four years but is it really a surprise? Unlike their counterparts, which still do offer many benefits, bi-folding doors have the ability to completely revolutionise the homes […]
How to Clean Your Old Home After a Move
When you move house it is important to remember to tie up the loose ends at your old property. Particularly if you were renting the house or flat, there are things you need to do before you finally say goodbye for the last time to your old home. One of […]
Does Your Invoice Process Need Improvement?
If you are experiencing stress each month when your bills come due, perhaps it's time to do a financial study of your company so that you can find ways to improve your cashflow situation. One of the first steps that you should take is to examine the invoicing system that […]
Marketing Your Business Cheaply
So you've just started your business and you need to start bringing clients, but don't have sufficient money to spend on advertising such as print, web, radio or television. In saying that, not marketing your business' products or services can be much more financially riskier. The old saying ‘you have […]
Let Off Some Steam At An Axe-Throwing Party
Everyone needs to let off some steam now and again. There are some popular ways to do that like exercise or going for a long drive. There's an even older way to let off steam that people are rediscovering: axe-throwing parties. Axe throwing has been popular ever since the advent […]
Making a Luxury Home on a Budget
They say money can't buy taste and that is absolutely true. Therefore, whether you are a high flying CEO or a door-to-door budgie sales person (I assume there isn't a lot of money in that), you can afford to have a home that looks great you just need to use […]
Graduation Gift Ideas
Congratulations are in order! Your loved one has come to the end of their university experience and is about to graduate. Many will want to mark this occasion by giving their loved one a gift. If you want to give them something that they will treasure and can keep forever […]
Caring for your Parents as they get Older
In the role reversal of later life when your parents reach their advancing years and become less able to look after themselves, it may fall to you to provide care. This can be a difficult time - especially if they are suffering from a debilitating illness such as dementia - […]
Employee Recognition Gifts that will be appreciated
Most large corporations, company’s and even small businesses realize they will only be as effective as the people who work for them. They go to great lengths in finding the right people for the job and training them to be as productive as possible. But, just as important, is how […]