This is a guest post by Guy, he runs a very helpful blog at guyabouthome.com, where he educates people on everything from green living, to decor, to the latest gardening trends. Just like us, he is passionate about helping our declining Bees. Without further ado, take it away Guy! Bees are more than just insects that produce honey for us. They are responsible for cross-pollination of a whole range of vegetables and flowers. So, they do…
Charcoal vs Gas BBQ – Which cooks the best steak? There’s nothing like a perfectly grilled steak and to get much done, the perfect grill has to be in place. A good barbecue should mostly be well browned with a delicious crust on the outside while the meat remains juicy and appropriately cooked on the inside. Almost every kind of grill will give you some kind of a cooked meat but the real beauty of…
Keeping hungry foxes away from chickens and rabbits If you live in an area that is heavily covered in woods or nature, you’ve probably seen a fox roaming about (or been woken up by their piercing calls). Despite being one of the cuter wild animals you’ll find in the wild, foxes are still hunters who are always on the lookout for something to eat. This is especially true in Spring after the mating season ends…
Maintaining Garden Tools – Step by step The Secret Behind A Green Thumb Whether you already possess a green thumb or wish you had one, there’s a secret behind every great gardener’s success, their tools. While some may boast that they were able to grow their rose bush without any fancy tools, they’re likely telling a little white lie. Having the correct tools in your shed to garden with is an excellent starting point for…
Below the video, we have a step by step guide on how to maintain a petrol lawnmower in easy steps. Petrol lawnmowers take a serious beating, especially if used for professional use, yet they are easy to neglect, perhaps until something breaks or you have trouble getting the engine to start, which is usually the first problem that arises from not servicing your mower correctly. Proper lawnmower maintenance can allow you to get the most…
My verdict The Bosch PSB 1800 Drill is a fantastic drill for more domestic or light trade use. We love that it comes with 2 batteries, features a keyless chuck for easy changing of screwdriver and drill bits plus the performance is outstanding. It will easily drill through brick and metal just as easy as wood. Best of all, it’s one of the best-priced cordless drills currently available. My Rating We have wanted to review…
Basic maintenance of a chainsaw – step by step Regular maintenance of a petrol chainsaw is mandatory for the machine to provide years of service. If you own a chainsaw, you’re very much aware of your tool’s tremendous potential for biting through the timber. Perhaps because contemporary saws are so productive and tend to entrance owners into trusting that everything is going well, it’s easy to take these tools for granted. Many people then end…
We all know how hard it can be in winter with low temperatures or bad weather and that some plants, even some classed as hardy, need some winter protection, especially those grown in pots. However, the unpredictable British weather need not be an issue anymore. With a good greenhouse, you can create a great environment for your plants to thrive all year round and it’s a great way to start seedlings off early. But with…
Whilst most people tend to think that expensive models are usually the best, there can always be a few special budget items that are worth the attention. In this article, we present the best pressure washers under £100 at the time of writing this review. Most of them are relatively powerful, with bar pressures ranging from 90 to 110. Most of these pressure washers will be suitable for basic tasks such as cleaning cars, washing…
This is a guest post by Jenny Harrison who is a passionate lifestyle blogger. Today she shares her tips on how gardening, can be used to stay healthy, keep fit and enjoy life a whole more. Enjoy – Take it away Jenny! Family get together, scrumptious food, scenic beauty and relaxation altogether seem like an impossible task, but this dream of yours can come true by having a garden in your new house. Shifting may put…
