-
1st floor flat keeping the view but adding privacy - curtains/shutters
We are on a first floor flat with huge windows and a nice view. We want to add privacy and have been recommended cafe style shutters. We don’t think this would work because they would still block the view and we wouldn’t be able to open them (the sofa is against the window). Roman blinds might not work either because of…
-
Not exactly money saving - but ...
This is not exactly money saving - but I am trying not to buy a book on English grammar. It is about English grammar and a young relative has floored me by asking (thinking I'd be sure to know!) and now I really am confused - so many search results seem to be U.S. English rather than U.K.English. Should we say (in an essay…
-
treadmill
Hi, Looking to buying a treadmill to use at home instead of going to the gym, want one that counts the miles, anyone know of a good one please? All I can see is km ones
-
Cordless vacuum advice.
I am after so ideas/advice on getting a cordless vacuum for my old dad. He has a corded cylinder vacuum downstairs and an old upright one for the upstairs. He got a Vax Gator hand vac about 4-5 years ago and last week he said it took 2 hours to charge from flat so I know that is wrong. Me and my missus were there on…
-
Salt lamps
Hi! I have a big Salt rock that was gifted to me by a friend and i want to make it as a salt lamp but im afraid I end up destroying it should i do it or just buy it?
-
Off-ice skating wheels
We are looking to buy some off ice wheels but as with everything surrounding ice skating they are not cheap. http://www.off-iceskates.com/shop Is where I have seen them for £132 and £96, don’t have a clue what the difference is. Anyone got any advice?
-
Single bed and matress
Just need a decent single bed base and mattress of decent quality (medium/soft) that have a good deal on buying both if possible (and perhaps cashback) Any sites suggested for me to start looking would filter out some of the noise. Thanks
-
Coal Pension debits from my account
I have noticed small amounts being debited from my account ( 5 since April 2019 ) 02/01/2020 DEB xxx xxx COAL PENSION CD 2.00 17/12/2019 DEB xxx xxx COAL PENSION CD 4.00 23/08/2019 DEB xxx xxx COAL PENSION CD 6.00 23/07/2019 DEB xxx xxx COAL PENSION CD 3.50 09/04/2019 DEB xxx xxx COAL PENSION CD 1.00 Small irregular…
-
Sodastream Canisters
Any thoughts on Sodastream C02 canisters? I'd love to find an alternative that's compatible, but I'm not terribly keen on paintball canisters and the like. I live in London, so I have good access to various outlets. thanks.
-
Regular Chino Trousers
Hi, I am after some regular fit chino trousers, but I am struggling to find some. I went into Marks and looked at their sale but all the trousers these days are slim fit and tapered and cling to you. Because of ezcema I like trousers that do not cling to me otherwise it flares my skin up. Any ideas where I could buy some…
-
Checking website before I buy
I've finally found a good price for a drinks fridge for work and I think the website and business is coshure but it would give me peace of mind to just double check. It's a business called Empire Supplies Online, based in Wirral. Thank you.
-
Pram/Pushchair sets
Hello all, I used the forum search bit but nothing standing out! Does anybody know a good place to get cheap but worthwhile pushchairs/prams that are new? (I may look to get 2nd hand but want to see what else is about first.) My baby is due middle of Feb - I've had a look at John Lewis and Argos but wasn't sure where else…
-
Where to buy t shirts for elderly mum?
I'm looking for t shirts for my mother to wear to bed,she has dementia and is bed bound,I haven't got too much time to go shopping as I'm her carer so would like thoughts from people as to where I could go to buy her plain coloured round neck t shirts for bed,I would like them to be a good price but at the same time decent…
-
Any tips for a good food hamper gift?
I'd like to buy a nice food or chocolate hamper for delivery to a friend for her birthday, but am wary that alot of hampers have such disappointing content. Can anyone recommend a supplier that does a nice hamper in the £50-80 price bracket?
-
Bed expert please Which bed topper
Hi I have been looking at this bed which is comfortable https://www.bensonsforbeds.co.uk/sensaform-airstream-memory-6000-divan/?variantSku=722820045 and tried this bed which was comfortable but is slightly too hard. https://www.bensonsforbeds.co.uk/sealy-senses-divan-bed-set/?variantSku=722120036 Now just seen this one on…
-
Men's Wool Flannel Trousers
Ideally with turn ups in grey and mid/heavyweight. Been trying different shops today without any success. Any suggestions please?