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Five Easy Ways to Reduce your Energy Bills
The cost of living crisis is having an impact on nearly everybody across the world. Last year in the UK, electricity prices rose by 65% and gas prices by an astonishing 129%. And while we don’t know for sure, it looks like prices may increase by another 20% in April. One of my passions…
Read More4 Tips For Choosing The Right Greenhouse For Your Garden
Gardening is a great way to get back in touch with nature, and having your own greenhouse can be the perfect addition to any garden. Not only does it provide you with an ideal environment for growing plants of all types and sizes, but it also allows you to extend your gardening season by…
Read MoreHow To Prepare Your Old Device For Recycling
Recently, electronic waste has been said to be at alarming levels worldwide. Some countries have significantly reduced e-waste and are, in general, recycling more. The UK is among them, with a 31.2% recycling rate in 2022, above the global United Nations average. However, there is more room for improvement. Below are some steps to…
Read MoreWhat To Do With Your Old Appliances – the Eco Friendly Way
Replacing old appliances for newer ones can be an eco-friendly decision. Many older appliances guzzle huge amounts of energy compared to newer ones and upgrading could reduce your carbon footprint and save you money on your energy bills. But just what should you do with your old appliances? Getting rid of them in the…
Read More4 Ways to Save Money Around the House
It’s no secret that the average family is feeling the pinch in the current economic situation. Here are four simple tips that can help you save money around your home without making any major changes. 1) Get organized Getting organised can help you save money in many ways. For example, if you know exactly…
Read More4 Ways to Make your Garden Easier To Care For
If you are keen on your garden being as beautiful as possible, but short on time, then you are certainly not alone. A beautiful garden can seem to take a lot of effort and stress. But that’s not necessarily true. By setting yourself up for success, you can enjoy a great space without the…
Read MoreHow to Attract Beneficial Wildlife to your Garden
According to citizen research, Bugs Matter, the abundance of flying insects in the UK has plummeted by nearly 60% over the last 17 years. Insects are responsible for pollinating most of the food we grow on the planet. They also recycle nutrients into the soil by decomposing organic matter and, as every organic gardener…
Read MoreHealth and Environmental Benefits of a Water Softener
I don’t know about you, but I’ve been curious about water softeners for a number of years. In the 20+ years we’ve lived here, we’ve replaced half a dozen kettles, four immersion tank heating elements and we’ve got through our fair share of water filters too. Our saucepans and taps have limescale on them…
Read MoreGoing Green: Where To Start
Sustainability is becoming more and more mainstream. I’m noticing in conversations with my neighbours and even in a checkout queue that more people are doing things to make a difference and live a more green life. With the right approach, it is possible to make changes to how you live and make both your…
Read MoreHow to Bring more Nature to your Garden – regardless of size!
When spring arrives, I turn to making improvements in the garden Whether you have a sprawling estate of a small balcony, there is always something you can do for nature. Here are some ideas for you to welcome nature, if you’re improving your home this year: Plant Trees Trees are so amazing for the…
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