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Monthly Archives: January 2010
The National Self Build & Renovation Show, 26-28 February
Whether you’re building a home from scratch, doing some serious home improvements, converting renovating an old property to create a stylish new home, The National Self Build & Renovation Show (February 26 – 28th) at Lydiard Fields, Swindon is a must!
Each day, the Show has four theatres hosting seminars from more than 25 specialists; live demos featuring installations of hardwood flooring,
wood-burning stoves, insulated brick-slip cladding, and living roofs.
Walking workshops through the self build education zone and over 250 companies showcasing their products; plus and one-to-one appointments with over 20 industry experts and professionals.
Read more about : Building Services, DIY Advice, Shows and Events
MEISSEN Celebrates a New Culture of Fine Dining
In this new series, MEISSEN celebrates its philosophy of a new culture of fine dining with eight exclusive MEISSEN arrangements.
All these new MEISSEN arrangements are offered in elaborate gift boxes and priced between 99 and 500 euros:
So the MEISSEN arrangements can be an excellent gift solution for you and your friends.
Read more about : Tableware
Live Online Arts & Antique Auctions Proving Popular
the-saleroom.com, the UK’s leading live online bidding site, recorded a 120 per cent year-on-year increase in bidder numbers in 2009, revealing growing buyer confidence in purchasing art and antiques online.
In a year when recession and credit issues dominated the headlines, the-saleroom.com bucked the trend with revenues generated by the site increasing by 55 per cent year-on-year.
With a growing International presence, the-saleroom.com appears to have a winning formula.
Read more about : Bedroom Furniture, Bookcases, Console Tables, Contemporary Furniture, Dining Chairs, Dining Room Furniture, Dining Tables, Glassware, Mirrors, Ornaments, Paintings, Web Sites
Batheaston Furniture Maker’s Windsor Wonderland
The intriguing art of Windsor chair-making evolved over 300 years ago and from the shaping of the seat to the steam bending of the arms and backs, each stage required a great deal of skill.
Today, as well as a huge range of hand-made cabinetry and tables, Batheaston Furniture Makers is one of the foremost reproducers of these beautiful chairs, proudly recreating the very best furniture for generations to come.
Batheaston is a family business renowned for producing the very best Windsor chairs.
Read more about : Contemporary Furniture, Custom Furniture, Dining Chairs, Dining Room Furniture, Dining Tables, Rocking Chairs
Ensure Your Finances Are Fighting Fit For The New Year
For savers and spenders alike, the New Year is a great time to give personal finances a workout.
Lloyds TSB has established a range of services offering advice on money management, with a wide range of financial advice, guidance and products – all designed to help make your money work harder:
Create a Budget
The best way to get finances in shape and keep them that way is to take a long hard look at incomings and outgoings and create a budget.
Read more about : Fixed Rate Mortgages, Home Finance, Mortgages, Web Sites
Turn Off Mains Water with the Flick Of A Switch
UK homeowners make more claims for burst pipes or water leaks than for fire or theft and the average cost of a water damage claim is now as high as £15,000.Association of British Insurer’s statistics show that water damage claims resulting from leaks and burst pipes are increasing each year with £93 million paid out in 2008.One of the main reasons that these claims are high, is the difficulty people have in shutting off mains water quickly, and the fact that many homeowners do not turn off their mains water when they leave their property unattended for any length of time.Research undertaken by the insurance industry found that in the event of a water leak, as many as one in three people don’t know where their stop-cock is located, and therefore would be powerless to do anything about a water leak.Even when the location is known, it is often hidden behind a kitchen cupboard or washing machine, making it very difficult to access; also stopcocks that haven’t been used on a regular basis are usually extremely difficult to turn.The Surestop water switch makes controlling mains water as easy as turning your lights off: The Surestop consists of a valve, connected into the water supply, which is connected by two metres of flexible tubing to a remote switch that is located in a convenient position e.g. above a kitchen worktop or just inside a kitchen cupboard door. In an emergency you simply press the switch to turn the water supply on or off! Since Surestop is so easy to use, you can turn off your mains water every time you go away from your home. The device can typically be fitted by a plumber in 30-45 minutes and is operated by water pressure, so it doesn’t need batteries or electricity.
While the Surestop may be a new product to many people, over 250 local authorities and housing associations specify it extensively and over 250,000 have been sold since its launch in 2001.Surestop Water Switches are available from all UK leading plumbing merchants. Priced at around £30 – £35.For more information and details of stockists, please visit the Surestop website.Tel: (0845) 643 1800
Read more about : Plumbing
Review Of The Swann ADW 300 Security Camera
I was pleased to accept Swann’s offer to trial their new ADW 300 digital wireless security camera and receiver. See our article dated October 25th 2009.
The camera was delivered on the day promised and the camera and other contents were securely packed and well protected. The camera, stand and all components were strong, smart and clearly of quality manufacture.
I found the operating instructions very clear with lots of illustrations to help understanding and enable a quick and easy set up of both the camera and receiver.
Read more about : Security Cameras, Security Reviews, Security Services
Fantastic Valentine Offer On Semi-Precious Collection
Cargo Granite is offering a free template and fitting service from February 1st – 28th, on all orders of semi-precious stones over 3 m² within a 150-mile radius of London.
February is famously known as the month of romance…and how better to demonstrate your undying love than investing in something that lasts a lifetime?
Cargo Granite, a leading UK supplier, fabricator and installer of granite, quartz and natural stone, has a gorgeous selection of semi-precious stones to create unique kitchen work surfaces of lasting beauty.
Read more about : Bathroom Cabinets, Bathroom Vanity Units, Granite Worktops, Kitchen Furniture
Garden Pavilions That Look And Smell Divine
Following months of extensive research, Crown Pavilions has developed the ultimate long-life timber preservation treatment for their 2009 flagship range: pure, unadulterated Cedar.
Up to now, garden pavilions have mainly been made from pine and treated with chemical preservatives, which need to be re-applied yearly.
Rain, sun, snow, ice, storms… customers want their investment to last for many years without the timber rotting, splitting, warping or being eaten away by insects.
Read more about : Garden Furniture, Garden Rooms, Gardening Services, Gazebos
Create Your Bespoke Fireplace With Ecosmart Fire
EcoSmart Fire’s new XL Burner, which has been developed in response to overwhelming demand, provides the perfect solution for creating bespoke fireplaces with added wow factor.
A popular trend amongst designers and architects, has been to join several EcoSmartâ„¢ Fire burners in line to form an elongated flame, creating a stunning centrepiece, for use in both residential and commercial premises.
Sophistication, elegance, cutting-edge performance and functionality define the new XL Burner:
Read more about : Flueless Gas Fires, Gel Fireplaces, Home Interiors