March 15, 2023 | Repair, Re-use & Recycle | No comments
E-waste (or electrical waste) refers to any discarded electrical or electronic devices, from phones and laptops to fridges and lawnmowers. It is, in fact, the fastest growing waste stream in the world, with discarded or hoarded household electricals costing the UK economy hundreds of millions of pounds every year!
November 1, 2022 | Environment | Repair, Re-use & Recycle | No comments
Black Friday hasn’t even arrived yet and we bet your inbox, notifications and news feed are already packed with deals, sales and discounts!
December 28, 2020 | Repair, Re-use & Recycle | No comments
As we start to think about taking down the Christmas decs and clearing away the leftovers, let’s stop and think about how we’re going to dispose of it all.
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November 25, 2020 | Repair, Re-use & Recycle | No comments
We give hand-me-downs to siblings, get excited over ‘vintage’ furniture and have cars with previous owners. So why not buy second-hand appliances too?
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July 25, 2019 | Repair, Re-use & Recycle | No comments
If you really, really, really have to!
July 9, 2019 | Money Saving Tips & Tricks | No comments
As the old saying goes, ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure!’
May 17, 2012 | Repair, Re-use & Recycle at Home | No comments
An article featured in The Metro this week about a survey conducted by the University of Manchester, stated 85% of microwaves that people throw away are actually fixable. Replacing parts on them could save you pounds not to mention keep the landfill free of waste that is potentially useful. It’s particularly relevant when considering that not only is the country battling a recession but the earth is also battling the destruction of its wildlife, eco-systems and natural resources. Now is a good a time as any to look at what you can do in and around your home with regard to fixing your appliances (other than just your microwave) to save money as well as reduce your waste.
May 17, 2012 | Repair, Re-use & Recycle | No comments
An article featured in The Metro this week about a survey conducted by the University of Manchester, stated 85% of microwaves that people throw away are actually fixable. Replacing parts on them could save you pounds not to mention keep the landfill free of potentially useful waste. It’s particularly relevant when considering that not only is the country battling a recession but the earth is also battling the destruction of its wildlife, eco-systems and natural resources. Now is a good a time as any to look at what you can do in and around your home with regard to fixing your appliances (other than just your microwave) to save money as well as reduce your waste.
