The problem with winter in the UK is that
you’re never sure when it has ended. Just when you think spring is here and you
turn off the central heating for the next six months a sudden cold snap
arrives.
Tuesday 23 February 2016
Thursday 14 January 2016
How to Successfully De-clutter Your Home
The idea of simplifying your surroundings and living a more minimalist lifestyle is a concept which appeals to many; the idea of having less of your possessions dotted around the house means a fresh appearance to your home as well as having less to actually clean when it comes to household chores.
However, knowing where to begin in de-cluttering your home can feel overwhelming, especially if you have built up a large collection of items over the years. However, once you actually get going you will find that it becomes easier with each room and you may even begin to find the task enjoyable, particularly once you start to see the effects of your hard work.
If you would like to learn how to remove the clutter from your home then read on for our top tips:-
1. One room at a time
Whatever you do, don’t attempt to de-clutter your entire house at once. Take each room individually and work your way through your home gradually; otherwise you may very quickly begin to feel down-heartened by the extra mess and chaos you seem to be creating. Clear out the room you are working on and try to view it as a blank canvas.
2. Find what’s important
Once the room is empty consider the vital things which need to be present; for example, if it’s a living room then chairs to sit on, a television and so on. You might find it helpful to make a list before heading into the room and trying to visualise where each item would best be suited. Perhaps you need to make better use of the space available to you so that it doesn't so easily become filled with unnecessary items; you might even take the chance to redecorate and learn to utilise the space better, perhaps by taking steps such as installing a vertical column radiator, or mounting your television on the wall to help maximise the space you have to work with.
3. Layer it up
Even the more minimalist of people should want to have some personal touches added into a room, to showcase your own individual personality. The key here is to gradually layer up the items you bring in; do it slowly and consider how each item changes the feel and flow of the room. If you are struggling to decide which items to choose then why not have them on a rotation system? You could change them with the seasons rather than just having everything out at once.
4. Know when to stop
Another important aspect of living a less cluttered life is to know when to stop. Less is more and the whole transformation will be rendered pointless if you don’t know when to stop adding items back into a space.
5. Move onto the next room
Move onto the next room when you feel ready and repeat the process above.
However, knowing where to begin in de-cluttering your home can feel overwhelming, especially if you have built up a large collection of items over the years. However, once you actually get going you will find that it becomes easier with each room and you may even begin to find the task enjoyable, particularly once you start to see the effects of your hard work.
If you would like to learn how to remove the clutter from your home then read on for our top tips:-
1. One room at a time
Whatever you do, don’t attempt to de-clutter your entire house at once. Take each room individually and work your way through your home gradually; otherwise you may very quickly begin to feel down-heartened by the extra mess and chaos you seem to be creating. Clear out the room you are working on and try to view it as a blank canvas.
2. Find what’s important
Once the room is empty consider the vital things which need to be present; for example, if it’s a living room then chairs to sit on, a television and so on. You might find it helpful to make a list before heading into the room and trying to visualise where each item would best be suited. Perhaps you need to make better use of the space available to you so that it doesn't so easily become filled with unnecessary items; you might even take the chance to redecorate and learn to utilise the space better, perhaps by taking steps such as installing a vertical column radiator, or mounting your television on the wall to help maximise the space you have to work with.
3. Layer it up
Even the more minimalist of people should want to have some personal touches added into a room, to showcase your own individual personality. The key here is to gradually layer up the items you bring in; do it slowly and consider how each item changes the feel and flow of the room. If you are struggling to decide which items to choose then why not have them on a rotation system? You could change them with the seasons rather than just having everything out at once.
4. Know when to stop
Another important aspect of living a less cluttered life is to know when to stop. Less is more and the whole transformation will be rendered pointless if you don’t know when to stop adding items back into a space.
5. Move onto the next room
Move onto the next room when you feel ready and repeat the process above.
Wednesday 13 January 2016
How to Save Money on Heating Your Home
Whilst it looks like the cost of energy isn’t going to come down any time soon you might be surprised to learn that there are ways to reduce to cost of your energy bill without having to take drastic and expensive measures. In fact, implementing just a few small things could have a big impact on the monthly and annual costs of heating your home.
1. Adjust thermostat by one degree
Unbelievably, turning down your thermostat by just one degree could reduce your energy bill by 10%! That is a significant saving for an adjustment which the majority of people wouldn’t even notice.
2. Eliminate draughts
Draughts are notoriously problematic when it comes to heating your home. Wasted heat escapes through gaps around windows and doors; if you have a smart heating system this means your radiators and thermostat will be working overtime trying to keep an even temperature or if not you might find yourself constantly going to adjust the temperature to try and make the house warmer. Draughts can easily be eliminated; you can seal up gaps, close doors during the days and draw your curtains at night and even buy a draught excluder to place in front of doors as well.
3. Buy electric radiators
Switching to electric radiators really could help you save money on heating your home. There are many great companies which provide and install electric radiators in the UK many of which use clever technology allowing them to heat your home in half the time traditional radiators do as they have been created out of materials which conduct heat better, require a highly accurate thermostat system meaning no energy is wasted, and a digital system allowing you to specifically set times when you wish the heating to come and times when you don’t.
4. Check your water temperature
Many people don’t even think to alter the temperature of their water but this is a great way to knock some money off your heating bill. Lots of people actually have their water temperature set way too high (think about the last time you ran a bath; how much cold water did you have to add? This is a good indication of whether your water temperature is too high or just right) and for no need at all. Just adjusting it by a few degrees could have a good impact on how much you pay for heating.
If you have implemented these steps and you still think you are paying too much for your heating then be sure to check around with different energy providers, you might find that you could make a decent saving just be switching to another provider. Ask friends and neighbours how much they are paying for their heating and that should give you a good idea of whether you are paying too much or the right amount.
If you would like to know more visit Designerradiator.
1. Adjust thermostat by one degree
Unbelievably, turning down your thermostat by just one degree could reduce your energy bill by 10%! That is a significant saving for an adjustment which the majority of people wouldn’t even notice.
2. Eliminate draughts
Draughts are notoriously problematic when it comes to heating your home. Wasted heat escapes through gaps around windows and doors; if you have a smart heating system this means your radiators and thermostat will be working overtime trying to keep an even temperature or if not you might find yourself constantly going to adjust the temperature to try and make the house warmer. Draughts can easily be eliminated; you can seal up gaps, close doors during the days and draw your curtains at night and even buy a draught excluder to place in front of doors as well.
3. Buy electric radiators
Switching to electric radiators really could help you save money on heating your home. There are many great companies which provide and install electric radiators in the UK many of which use clever technology allowing them to heat your home in half the time traditional radiators do as they have been created out of materials which conduct heat better, require a highly accurate thermostat system meaning no energy is wasted, and a digital system allowing you to specifically set times when you wish the heating to come and times when you don’t.
4. Check your water temperature
Many people don’t even think to alter the temperature of their water but this is a great way to knock some money off your heating bill. Lots of people actually have their water temperature set way too high (think about the last time you ran a bath; how much cold water did you have to add? This is a good indication of whether your water temperature is too high or just right) and for no need at all. Just adjusting it by a few degrees could have a good impact on how much you pay for heating.
If you have implemented these steps and you still think you are paying too much for your heating then be sure to check around with different energy providers, you might find that you could make a decent saving just be switching to another provider. Ask friends and neighbours how much they are paying for their heating and that should give you a good idea of whether you are paying too much or the right amount.
If you would like to know more visit Designerradiator.
Tuesday 12 January 2016
Bargains With Trade Prices
Buying any product at trade prices means there is some sort of discount that allows professional people to make a reasonable mark-up.
But the fact is that many people are savvy enough when they enter a hardware store or bulk food outlet to automatically ask for trade prices even though they are not tradespeople.
The introduction of Value Added Tax made getting away with this scam a little more difficult because it became necessary to reveal your VAT number and it had to relate to the purchase.
For instance, if you were a one-man business with a VAT number related to your company as a painter and decorator it would become difficult to claim you were a shopkeeper looking to get discounted bulk food.
In the plumbing business all professionals are likely to be able to get trade radiators along with boilers and all other central heating equipment.
Perhaps this is a good thing if only to discourage amateurs from fitting it all themselves. But as it happens, it’s also not legal to fit gas boilers unless registered as a gas safe engineer.
Today the range of radiators available means the end user and not necessarily the plumbing professional should pick the radiators. There are such a huge number of designer radiators that just settling for the standard white panel ones shows a lack of imagination.
With all the different shapes and finishes from polished steel, chrome, brass and aluminium not to mention graphite and mirror, it’s now possible to make different statements in every room in the house.
Once an individual selects their various choices there will be no need to remind their central heating engineer to ask for trade prices. He or she will automatically do that and possibly they will have an account with the supplier already set-up.
Meanwhile, as an individual member of the public it doesn’t do any harm to ask for trade prices whenever you enter a hardware store. The big chains may not be flexible in their prices but privately owned stores may offer some discount.
But the fact is that many people are savvy enough when they enter a hardware store or bulk food outlet to automatically ask for trade prices even though they are not tradespeople.
The introduction of Value Added Tax made getting away with this scam a little more difficult because it became necessary to reveal your VAT number and it had to relate to the purchase.
For instance, if you were a one-man business with a VAT number related to your company as a painter and decorator it would become difficult to claim you were a shopkeeper looking to get discounted bulk food.
In the plumbing business all professionals are likely to be able to get trade radiators along with boilers and all other central heating equipment.
Perhaps this is a good thing if only to discourage amateurs from fitting it all themselves. But as it happens, it’s also not legal to fit gas boilers unless registered as a gas safe engineer.
Today the range of radiators available means the end user and not necessarily the plumbing professional should pick the radiators. There are such a huge number of designer radiators that just settling for the standard white panel ones shows a lack of imagination.
With all the different shapes and finishes from polished steel, chrome, brass and aluminium not to mention graphite and mirror, it’s now possible to make different statements in every room in the house.
Once an individual selects their various choices there will be no need to remind their central heating engineer to ask for trade prices. He or she will automatically do that and possibly they will have an account with the supplier already set-up.
Meanwhile, as an individual member of the public it doesn’t do any harm to ask for trade prices whenever you enter a hardware store. The big chains may not be flexible in their prices but privately owned stores may offer some discount.
The Most Often Bought Radiator In The Uk
When new heating radiators are needed the most often asked question is what style is the most popular. Even with so many styles and models on the market the conventional heater is still the most often bought.
This fact is borne out if you should research radiators UK. Whatever type you should choose, whether stylish designer models or conventional heaters, their primary aim is to heat up your home adequately and efficiently.
However, traditional styles tend to be cheaper as they are mass produced. This makes them affordable for any kind of budget.
A popular question is what size should you buy? Of course, this depends entirely on the size of the room plus a few other factors. These are the amount of windows and outside doors you have and whether the room is facing the wind direction north.
South facing rooms obviously get more sun. As the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, your north facing room will get very little outside warmth during the day. That does not matter in the summer months, but you have to take this in account for the winter months when your heating is switched on.
Opinions are out on where the best place is for the radiator to be positioned. Some are of the opinion that place is under the windows as it is there where cold air enters the room. However, if you place the radiator near where your seating area is, you will get the most benefit from the warmth.
If you are on a budget and you are buying new radiators because they are more efficient than older models, you need to know that shiny radiators do not emit as much heat as their matte counterparts. Why this is so is unclear, but it is a proven fact.
If you are not a handyman or woman, it is better to let a professional plumber fit your new radiators. This way it is done properly and you will also get a warranty on the work done.
If you would like to know more visit http://www.designerradiatorsdirect.co.uk/
This fact is borne out if you should research radiators UK. Whatever type you should choose, whether stylish designer models or conventional heaters, their primary aim is to heat up your home adequately and efficiently.
However, traditional styles tend to be cheaper as they are mass produced. This makes them affordable for any kind of budget.
A popular question is what size should you buy? Of course, this depends entirely on the size of the room plus a few other factors. These are the amount of windows and outside doors you have and whether the room is facing the wind direction north.
South facing rooms obviously get more sun. As the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, your north facing room will get very little outside warmth during the day. That does not matter in the summer months, but you have to take this in account for the winter months when your heating is switched on.
Opinions are out on where the best place is for the radiator to be positioned. Some are of the opinion that place is under the windows as it is there where cold air enters the room. However, if you place the radiator near where your seating area is, you will get the most benefit from the warmth.
If you are on a budget and you are buying new radiators because they are more efficient than older models, you need to know that shiny radiators do not emit as much heat as their matte counterparts. Why this is so is unclear, but it is a proven fact.
If you are not a handyman or woman, it is better to let a professional plumber fit your new radiators. This way it is done properly and you will also get a warranty on the work done.
If you would like to know more visit http://www.designerradiatorsdirect.co.uk/
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