Re-Arranging Your Wedding in the Time of Coronavirus

So, you have spent months planning a wedding, sorting all the details making everything perfect and thinking of everything only for a global pandemic to put an end to your big day and honeymoon plans! Of course, this is an unfortunate unseen event, but what do you do now? Here are the first steps you will need to take to rearrange your wedding and hope for second time lucky… Image Credit Let all your Guests know as soon as possible – Of course they will probably be expecting the wedding…

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The sheer magic of a boltless shelf unit.

Shelving is a necessity that we all need in our lives be it in the home or in our business. The shelf is a great way of storing or displaying a variety of items for a variety of purposes. Many examples of shelving involve screwing the shelves to the wall of the house or dwelling. Others require bolting together in quite complicated ways. Both need work but there is a type of shelving unit that removes the need for all of that and this is the boltless shelf. Image credit…

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How to Make Sure your Home Stays Warm

Keeping a warm home is one of the most important things when it comes to our health. Young children and infants, elderly people and people who have additional health needs or are undergoing treatments such as chemotherapy are those that are most at risk from having a home that is too cold. Here are some of the ways that you can ensure your home is warm enough to keep you and your loved ones safe… Home Furnishings – When it comes to keeping a room warm, never underestimate what soft…

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Is double glazing the most efficient choice?

Double glazing has definite, quantifiable benefits and can increase the comfort of your home. However, not all double glazing is the same, and not all windows are the same, so the case for double glazing should be evaluated for every home individually. Image Credit Savings on fuel bills Double glazing helps to keep the heat inside your home when the temperature plummets. Installing double glazing won’t immediately pay for itself in terms of energy bill savings, although if you remain in your home for a number of years the cumulative…

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What are the Dangers of City Life

All cities can feel scary and threatening at times especially to those of us who are not familiar with the hustle and bustle of city life. When walking around London in rush hour it can sometimes seem like you need a close protection London company to keep an eye on your safety! But not all dangers in the city are what you might automatically think. Whilst it is true that crime is much higher in the city, there are other dangers that are not as obvious… Image Credit Pollution –…

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How to Plan your own Funeral

Although most funerals are traditionally organised after the death of a loved one by friends and family, a growing number of people are choosing to arrange their own funeral. This may sound quite morbid, but it is actually a good way to ensure that you have the sort of funeral that you want, and it takes the pressure away from grieving relatives. People who have a terminal illness often choose to do this to relieve pressure from their loved ones – if it is something that you would like to…

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What might have blocked your drain?

Hair One of the most common problems is the build-up of hair that begins to clog your drainage. Often, this is a fairly easy task to ‘get rid of hair’, but if not promptly removed – it can cause a lot of problems along the sewer line. Hair loss from the body in the bath or while washing in the sink and in the shower is one of the causes of clogged drains. Waterways blocked from plants and dirt Natural debris such as trees, shrubs, dirt and leaves can be…

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Dos and don’ts of scaffolding use

Falling is one of the main causes of death at the construction site and accounts for more than 40% of all construction deaths each year. A high percentage of these deaths are associated with scaffolding falls and accidents. Important things to do It’s important that everyone who will be working on scaffolding is trained by a qualified person. This training should include instruction on identifying electrical hazards, the potential risk of falls and danger from falling objects and how to deal with these dangers when they occur. It is also…

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Most Expensive Weddings

Celebrities and Royals have a long tradition of throwing highly luxurious weddings. We have come to expect these extravagant displays of wealth and glamour, eagerly reporting on every detail from the dress style to what’s on the menu. Here are some of the most expensive weddings seen in recent times: Arun Nayar and Elizabeth Hurley Costing $ 2.6 million in 2007, the wedding lasted eight days and took place at Sudeley Castle in Gloucestershire, followed by celebrations in Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, India. Hundreds of thousands were spent on…

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Tips for New Drivers

Passing the driving test is an exciting experience and often a great relief too! No matter whether you pass on your first attempt, or it takes you many tries, you have done it and now the open road is yours for the taking. It’s normal to feel nervous though. After all, this is the first time you will be driving completely on your own. Here are some tips to help you feel more comfortable: Do not offer lifts straight away As soon as you have a driving license and access…

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