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Archives for September 2011

Kitchen Revamp
Being very MSE I was wondering if there are any Northern Ireland kitchen companies who replace kitchen doors and worktops? - our kitchen carcass and layout all fine but could do with a bit of an update. We cant go down the B&Q route as our doors dont seem to be standard size but the width of a slimline dishwasher. Thanks…
Wide calf wellies
I want to be prepared for this bad winter we are due to get again this year. As I am a 'larger lady' I need wellies with a larger calf (50 cms). I know I can get them online but I am either a 6 or 7 depending on the boot itself. Is there anywhere in Belfast or Newtownabbey that sells them so I can try before I buy? Thanks…
Free Fun Day at Stormont
Hi, since September is almost as tough a month as January, what with the school uniforms and holiday aftermath - we are planning to go to the free Family Fun Day at Stormont on the 1st October Does anyone know of any other free family days out this autumn, or other really good value ones?
Are there any business start up grants available
I am planning to start a new business designing, supplying and installing kitchens. I have premises, insurance, software and an agency for a German kitchen. I was just wondering if anyone out there has any experience of setting up a new business and what kind of help/assistance or funding are available and how do I go…
Dail Mail 20% off is it available in Northern Ireland??
Hi all Just wonder does anyone know is the current offer -20% off voucher inside Daily Mail is available in Northern Ireland. I need to get a wedding gift/ some other bits in Debenhams, went earlier and had quick flick through paper no voucher appeared to be in local one. Does anyone know if it is. Or is this yet another…
Will Aid
I'm thinking of using a Will Aid solicitor to write a basic will and would be interested to hear of anyones experience (good or bad) with any of the Belfast based participating solicitors. The following is from the Will Aid website which can be found by typing WillAid into your search engine: Will Aid is a special…
Broadband in Antrim
Hi all, Will be moving to antrim in a few weeks and was looking to get a recommendation for BB? Don't mind paying a few sheckles more for decent service but i wouldn't be a heavy user. I've heard sky's offering can be a bit hit and miss
Cheap holidays
Hi. Does anyone know if there are any websites of travel agents wishing to shift last minute holidays that we the poor public could take advantage of at the drop of a hat. Ideally we could fly out of either Belfast or Dublin. Thanks in advance.
Engagement Rings
Hi all - We're heading engagement ring shopping this weekend in Belfast - so excited! Any recommendations on where to go?
Coal and Logs for sale in Belfast - for delivery
Are there still any Belfast companies that do coal and log deliveries and what sort of prices are you talking? Also, I haven't used a fire in 16 years, since a kid, and was wondering do they let you keep the bags they bring the coal in as I haven't a coal bunker or storage area, just a back yard with a small roof over part…
Replacing fire place
Any advice please. We have just changed from Oil to Gas heating. We have knocked down existing stone fireplace, removed back boiler etc. Husband planned on fitting new fireplace with help of mate. Someone has mentioned we should have had it installed by Corgi reg tradesman, is this correct?
taxis in Mallorca
Has anyone travelled from Palma (Mallorca) to Can Picafort by taxi and know the cost ? travel agents are asking £40 and a 3 hour journey.
Cleaners - After built
Hi, Just finishing off an extension at the moment and the house is covered in dust. Any recommendations for a company that would clean the house top to bottom (Floors, Sofas etc)? House is circa 2500sqft - any ideas on price? Location - Lisburn Area Thanks
Children wristbands
I have tried all the sport shop clothes shops etc to try and get the silicone wristbands. It's the ones like the livestrong wristband but various colours. Does anyone where I can pick these up? Thanks
Large checked plastic bags
Does anyone know anywhere in belfast that sells these. They used to be everywhere, really cheap,they are like red,white and blue checked. Havnt seen them for ages.Been looking poundland etc.Its for traveeling in the car to transport stuff to uni. thanks
Where to buy new jam jars cheap in Northern Ireland?
Does anyone know where to buy jam jars in Northern Ireland? The cheapest I am able to buy so far is 32p per 12oz jar and that is if I buy 1000, from England. I don't want to reuse normal household jars, just want to buy clear new ones. I would like to have the 1lb sized jars but these so far are quite expensive.
Perspex sheets, Belfast?
I'm looking for a few sheets of good quality perspex, clear, 4 x 3 feet, and a bigger sheet about 5 x 5. Anyone know who sells this stuff? Lots on ebay but collection or local posting. Many thanks
Macauley Kitchens - Bankrupt
Had ordered a kitchen with Macauley Kitchens and had paid a £3,000 deposit. Have just received a phone call to tell me Macauley Kitchens ceased trading on Friday. I paid the deposit on Credit Card, does anyone know if I'll be covered by section 75 on the card ??? They've been bought over by another company and they say…
Easycar car rental
Going across to the mainland for a few days. Easycar (Airport Pick-up)seems very competitive compared with other internet prices. Is there a catch? Anybody on here have any experience good or otherwise?? Thanks
Energy Saving Light Bulbs
Hi, I have energy saving bulbs all round my house, most of them are the small screw in bulbs that I got from Tesco when they were on offer. I don't really like the yellowey light they give off. Does anyone have any recomendations on what is a good quality energy saving bulb that gives of a whiter light. There are a few…

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