Preparing for winter III

rising_from_the_ashes

Meant to add .... not sure what to do with my heating:( - I don't particularly want to put it on until November

The thermostat's set at 15 deg and it's been clicking on for the past few days (but nothing's happening as the radiators are turned off).

Should I give in, turn the radiators on and let it come on?

I'm a bit worried that the house will get damp if I don't:(

MaxSusie

rising_from_the_ashes wrote: »

DM just phoned to say she's found a big roll of material up her loft (which she's trying to clear) and did I want it :eek: as if I'd turn that down!

Have no idea what it's like so will have to wait and see but I bet I can find something to do with it!:)

I would be ecstatic too :j:j:j I love material, wool, embroidery threads, buttons ................. all things crafty really just don't have the space for it all My dream is to find a lovely pine cupboard to go in the living room to put my wool stash in. DH just rolls his eyes now after 23 years he's used to it

Thank you so much for all the congrats you are all angels :A and you are so right Nursey3 your post made me feel all lovely and believing in myself :T

springdreams

grn.w.nv wrote: »

Oops - as soon as I cross something off my list I think of something to add.

Every year I have trouble getting the hay up for the horses from the bottom of the field to the top (up a hill). Had the idea to buy a sledge or two and some of those Ikea tarp type bags and put all the hay in those and drag them up! Now looking for super cheap sledges. Will re-check this thread when I have time, but in the meantime does anyone know offhand of any cheap sledges (spotted the one about the GoOutdoors ones thanks!)

Oh and of course, we can wizz back down the field on the sledges when we're done!

Argos have the Bob Kat Sledges on offer for £7.49 at the moment - item 367/3843. Showing as £9.99 in this link, but when you add it to your trolley, the price shows as £7.49

http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/3673843/Trail/searchtext%3ESLEDGE.htm

jamanda

Hello again,

Well, I was very MS and didn't order the snow boots because I couldn't get the free postage. Tried again, and finally managed to get them half price with the free postage. All well and good.

BUT THEN, I went back on to get daughter some too. So I've actually spent the same amount as I would have done anyway!

Decided my wellies are a bit slippery when I'm out with the dog, so I'm looking after my poor bottom.

greenbee

tugrin wrote: »

RE winter tyres - do you need to have 4? Are they really that good - I mean do they make you feel safe? When I go back to work in November every bad day is a terror with my 64 mile round trip and I have never considered winter tyres believing they wereONLY ok to use when there was actual snow on the road.

My brother is a GP in a fairly rural area although he lives in a town. He had winter tyres for the first time last year and was very pleased with them - although his main problem was all the other cars blocking the roads! He has persuaded both myself and my parents that they are worthy getting, even though I don't do that much driving (I work from home). I'm fairly happy driving in snow having grown up in rural Norfolk, but the extra grip will be helpful when coping with all the people who drive too fast and use their brakes instead of gears to slow down! I have to admit I find the salted/gritted roads with ice and slush much more scary than untreated roads with packed snow on them.

If you can get them do... Remember, while you're using those you won't be using the others, so although they may be a little more expensive than what you normally get, you will hopefully be replacing your tyres less frequently - and you have a fairly high regular mileage!

savingqueen

Hello peking-duck

Sorry for delay in replying… don’t always get enough time on MSE

Yes quite a list! still a long way to go but will get there slowly and we all will I'm sure

DH and I have an "all seasons" duvet - 1 summer weight and 1 spring/autumn weight and then they can be attached together with poppers for the winter. Bought it a few years ago in the sale somewhere like Mr Ts I think - not too expensive bt I did shop round lots!

DS1 & DS2 have v cheapand lightweight (low tog) duvets. I bought them in Ikea a few years ago too. They won't last forever but still going strong. Cost about £3 each I think. I bought them 3 each and spent a long time sewing on velcro to each corner of each duvet so they can be attached together (poppers work better as the velcro tends to come apart and also sticks to the duvet surface) So they can also have 3 different weights. Mainly did this because of accidents when toilet training/ or when ill as each duvet was thin enough to be washed in my WM whereas ordinary duvets (like the one on our bed) are too bulky. They have been washed a lot!!!

HTH and happy prepping!

savingqueen

Your list is way bigger than mine!!!
Not sure if thats a good thing or bad thing!! Lots of luck completing it.

toottifrootti wrote: »

just bringing this forward and

updating.......

[FONT=&quot]Winter Checklist[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Clothes[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Wash all coats, [/FONT][STRIKE]scarves gloves [/STRIKE]
[FONT=&quot]Find cosy jumpers and cardigans[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Put away[/FONT][FONT=&quot] all your summer clothes in either those vacuum bags or in a suitcase for the following year[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Polish all shoes and boots[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Go back through clothing checking what you need and what you [/FONT][FONT=&quot]need to replace. Think - what will I wear - what do I need?[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]All handbags sorted through and cleaned/leather treated and stored[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Food[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Stock up on tinned products such as soup, rice pudding, baked beans and spaghetti. These items will keep as good store cupboard standbys.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Soup, beans and general long life bits and bobs bought in.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Check and clean out your freezer, make a list of what you have and what you need to buy in. Keep at least two loaves of bread in the freezer. Stock up from butcherIf anything crops up on BOGOF and it will keep/freeze for winter buy it and store it. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Make a start on your Christmas food shopping list, allot of it can be frozen.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Buy in sacks of potatoes direct from a farmer, it will be cheaper than buying individual bags form the supermarket- protect them from frost in garage or shed.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]put milk in freezer[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]House and garden[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]get chimney swept and checked if suitable for using if not find out about a stove[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Clean your home[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Including Washing all light units and glass shades in the house[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]get door curtains hung Martin[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]get pole hung for spare room [/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]
[STRIKE]get curtains for spare room[/STRIKE]

[FONT=&quot]Clear away all fallen leaves[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]hang curtains in spare room [/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]get draught excluder for the front door[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Clean windows inside and out[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Launder all your throws and cushions[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]keep a torch on standby and use in emergency.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Buy in Flannelette sheets. If buying from new make sure you wash and dry your sheets to remove the preservative that the manufacturers use to keep them damp and mildew free.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Think about treating the bird table [/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Cut back [/FONT][FONT=&quot]everything in the garden late October to give your garden a big boost the following Spring. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Wash curtains and cushion covers[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Buy in or make dehumidifiers from Pound stores or use household salt in a bowl to draw in moisture.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Oil all shed and gates locks, it will prevent rust and stop them seizing up when you most need to open them.[/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]If your interior doormats can be washed in the machine do them. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Re-silicone shower areas where the silicone has turned black or mouldy, take it out and redo it. [/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Having the window open also allows the silicone to cure or go off better. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Re grout floor tiles in bathroom[/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Wash your vacuum cleaner filters out. It will help with your HEPA filter and keep your home cleaner as well, it will also make your vacuum work and perform better.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Conservatories, clean inside and out, make sure that your seat covers and cushions are washed and that all the frames are clean.[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Check lightbulbs and outside security lighting if broken replace or repair. [/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]check if outside light can have a sensor fitted[/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]
[STRIKE]Buy in batteries now.[/STRIKE]
[FONT=&quot]Put food out for the birds they will so thank you for it. Buy in their food now while it is plentiful.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]make sure that the battery in your bathroom scales is new after the Christmas blast [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Paint the gates and the hand rail[/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Clean and polish wheelchair - remember to charge even when not in use[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Finish tidying in the garage[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]find leaks in garage[/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]deal with leaks in garage[/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]fill in holes/ cracks etc[/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]plant hyacinth bulbs for Christmas[/FONT]
[STRIKE]empty tubs [/STRIKE][FONT=&quot]and refil with winter pansies[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]find torches[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]fleece linings for curtains[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]put up blind in bathroom [/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]put up blind in kitchen[/FONT][FONT=&quot]Martin[/FONT]



[FONT=&quot]Left To Purchase that I know of![/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]hot water bottle covers[/FONT]
[STRIKE]batteries[/STRIKE]

[FONT=&quot]potatoes[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]flannelette sheets[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]rugs[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]door mats[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]plants[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]pjs[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]curtains for SR[/FONT]

[STRIKE][FONT="]Cosy socks for boots[/FONT][/STRIKE]
[FONT=&quot]Hammerite black paint to finish off the gates![/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]food and cleaning materials[/FONT]
candles
food supplies
toiletries
cleaning materials
household supplies
treats:D
extra freezer
paracetamol
tissues
blind for bathroom
blind for kitchen


[FONT=&quot]hopefully thats it:rotfl:[/FONT]


[FONT=&quot]sorry but cant get the bold off![/FONT]

Rainy-Days

Greenbee we have had four new Pirelli winter tyres fitted to the Land Rover this week and the tyre fitters have been out of stock on some of them. I am sure they will come into their own once the bad weather sets in. The lady in the Post Office was chatting to me this lunchtime and said she heard that the snow is going to come biting hard this year.

I had my flu jab done at the doctors half an hour ago. Not mad keen on having them done, I have not had one for the last two years, but I read that Austrailia are in the grip of a flu epidemic so I thought right I will get it done just in case. I have asthma not bad, main allergy is dust mites and cats! Arm is slightly a funny sensation at the mo, when I had it done previously my arm hurt like hell for a couple of days!

I have put the flannelette sheets on the bed. I was going to hold off, but we have been only having the heating on for a couple of hours in the evening at the moment to conserve for later on. It's at these last few nights that I thought we need those sheets on now, rather than holding off for when the heating is on 24/7. So thats it done and on. Can't wait for beddy byes tonight

jamanda

Rainy-Days wrote: »

I have put the flannelette sheets on the bed. I was going to hold off, but we have been only having the heating on for a couple of hours in the evening at the moment to conserve for later on. It's at these last few nights that I thought we need those sheets on now, rather than holding off for when the heating is on 24/7. So thats it done and on. Can't wait for beddy byes tonight

DH was asking about the sequence of our bedding last night. The winter quilt is on (due to dog sick). Next stage the under bottom sheet duvet. Next the flannelette quilt cover, etc., and finally, in times of desparation, a huge fluffy blanket.

He seems to get quite excited about the bedding, but takes very little interest in other housey stuff.

No heating on yet, but have had a couple of log fires recently when it has been miserable. I've decided when it gets really cold, I'm going to put the heating on very low and leave it on just to keep the chill off, and then supplement with the open fire. (And lots of clothes).

fuddle

I've not long since added a blanket to the mattress of all the beds and a throw blanket to the top of the bed if it gets too chilly.

I've an extra jumper on today as it has turned decidedly chilly. That is it now for this house, it will just get colder and colder. We plan to put the heating on for 30 minutes on a morning an for an hour or so at bath time/kids bedtime on an evening.

The hotwater bottles are out and will be filled starting tonight.

I feel pretty much sorted in the house to be fair but what I do worry about is getting togeter a snow hamper for DH when he has the car at work. I don't know what I need to put in there though, maybe a blanket and some food/drink stuff.

What do you have in your car snow packs?