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Boiling water taps: a guide for homeowners

July 5, 2024 by Catherine

Collaborative post Boiling water taps are revolutionising family kitchens everywhere, offering unbeatable convenience to homeowners. In this article from Hot Water Taps, we'll take you through a guide to boiling water taps, from how they work and their many benefits to maintenance tips. What is a boiling water tap? As the name suggests, boiling water taps dispense boiling water at the turn of a handle. These taps are highly efficient, ...

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Filed Under: Kitchen & Dining Tagged With: kitchen appliances, Taps

How to create a low maintenance garden that doesn’t look boring

July 3, 2024 by Catherine

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Collaborative post Gardening can be one of life's greatest pleasures, and a lovely way to connect with nature and create a beautiful outdoor space. But let's be honest: not everyone has the time or energy to spend hours weeding, pruning, and maintaining a garden. Tending to your garden isn't always possible due to the weather, time, climate, your physical health, and costs, to name just a few barriers. That doesn't mean you can't have a ...

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Filed Under: Garden Design Tagged With: Low maintenance garden

5 tips for first-time electric vehicle buyers

June 26, 2024 by Catherine

Collaborative post While the main function of electric vehicles (EVs) and internal combustion engine (ICE) cars is to provide an efficient way to travel on the road, they each have unique features that make them different. Electric vehicles are powered by a rechargeable battery pack, which means they don’t need petrol. They also have fewer moving parts compared to petrol vehicles, making them easier to maintain. This fundamental difference ...

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Filed Under: Family Home Tagged With: Car, car buying

How to plan a fun-filled family staycation that everyone will enjoy

June 25, 2024 by Catherine

Collaborative post Planning a staycation can be a fantastic way to spend quality time with your family without the hassle of travel. A well-organised family staycation can be just as enjoyable and memorable as a holiday abroad. Here are some ideas to ensure everyone in the family has a great time. Creating a staycation schedule A successful staycation starts with a plan. Setting a schedule helps ensure that everyone knows what to ...

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Filed Under: Family Home Tagged With: Family Fun, staycation

Colours of hydrangeas in different types of soil

June 24, 2024 by Catherine

Hydrangeas are a beautiful addition to any garden. They are a much loved shrub with a wide range of varieties. The Hydrangea is an ideal choice for the gardener who wants a long flowering period, with beautiful displays of colours and busy flower heads. They look amazing in containers and offer a timeless elegance to your garden. An interesting fact about Hydrangeas is that they can be planted in different types of soil, but due to the varying ...

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Filed Under: Growing Guides Tagged With: Flowering plants, hydrangea

30 flowers that start with B: images and common names

June 21, 2024 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Welcome to an exploration of flowers that start with the letter “B”. From the stunning Begonia to the vibrant Bluebell, this list covers a wide range of flowers, each with its own unique charm. List of flowers that start with a B You can use this list of flowers beginning with B to inspire your baby name search, your floral arrangements, or your plant knowledge. Or you can simply enjoy the lovely flower pictures! This article covers 30 ...

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Filed Under: Plants A to Z Tagged With: Flowers, Plants

Best retro coffee machines for a classic vintage kitchen

June 20, 2024 by Catherine

Collaborative post In the 1950s, diners with pastel interiors and chrome accents defined the coffee culture, creating a nostalgic charm that still captivates enthusiasts today. Inspired by these vintage spaces, many coffee lovers now seek to design their kitchen with a retro flair. Central to this revival is the coffee machine - a blend of old-school charm and modern convenience. Smeg coffee machines are an excellent example of this old and ...

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Filed Under: Product Showcase Tagged With: kitchen appliances

Exterior upgrades that can increase your home’s value

June 20, 2024 by Catherine

Collaborative post When it comes to increasing your home's value, exterior upgrades play an important role. Potential buyers form their impression of your property almost immediately upon seeing it, making exterior updates both desirable and necessary for adding value. Let's examine some effective updates that can increase your home's value without draining your wallet. Landscaping to improve kerb appeal One of the best ways to add ...

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Filed Under: Family Home Tagged With: home improvement, Home renovation

175 cow puns and cow jokes for udderly silly fun

June 18, 2024 by Catherine

Are you ready to moo-ve into a pasture of cow jokes? This herd of udderly hilarious cow puns are sure to tickle your funny bone. The best cow puns and funniest cow jokes From witty puns to rib-tickling one-liners, these jokes will have you laughing 'til the cows come home. So without further ado, let’s get moo-ving with some cow-themed humour! Funny cow jokes Why do cows wear bells around their necks? Because their horns don't ...

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Filed Under: Jokes & Puns Tagged With: Family Fun, humour, jokes, puns

GFRG-R Ceiling Access Doors for a Flawless Finish

June 17, 2024 by Catherine

Collaborative post In construction, achieving a perfect finish can be challenging, especially in ceilings where imperfections are easily noticeable. GFRG-R ceiling access doors offer a solution to this common issue. They are designed to blend right in, making them efficient and visually appealing.   Their lightweight yet durable construction promotes easy installation, creating a neater and more professional ...

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Filed Under: Interior Design Tips Tagged With: home improvement

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ABOUT CATHERINE HUGHES

Catherine is a gardener, plant lover, writer, and award winning author of children’s nature books. Her blog is a Vuelio Top 5 gardening blog and her work has been featured in many online and print publications including Grow Your Own Magazine, House Beautiful, Daily Mail, Suttons, National Children’s Gardening Week, and many more. She is also a member of the Garden Media Guild.

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