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Why do pipes freeze?

Why do pipes freeze?

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There are a number of potential house issues that many of us will be at least loosely familiar with from a young age. One of these is the occurrence of freezing pipes, but due to the infrequency of freezing pipes in the modern day and age, not many of us know the nuts and bolts behind why it can happen.

To clear things up a little, we decided to take a closer look at both how pipes can freeze, and some of the factors that you can control to potentially prevent this from happening. We hope this helps you keep your water system safe and sound through even the coldest of winters! 

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Moving with Kids: Turning a House Move into an Adventure

Moving with Kids: Turning a House Move into an Adventure

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Moving day is fast approaching, and you are probably feeling a mix of excitement and stress. The endless packing, organizing, and planning seem even more challenging when little ones are involved. Moving with kids often involves tears, resistance, and countless questions. However, it doesn’t have to be this way. A house move can turn into an exciting adventure with the right mindset. Children are naturally curious and energetic, making them perfect helpers if engaged creatively. Letting them pack their toys, decorate boxes, or choose their room’s layout gives them a sense of responsibility and control. But above all, it helps them feel secure during this immense change. With this in mind, this article explores playful strategies and practical tips to keep kids happy and engaged during a move. Moving can be an opportunity to create happy memories and build excitement for the new home.

Involve Kids in the Process

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Lovely Mother's Day Gifts

Lovely Mother’s Day Gifts

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[Ad- gifted products – Updated on March 14th, with new gifts.] Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so you might be looking for some amazing ideas as to what to get that mother figure in your life. Whether it’s your mother, grandmother or auntie, or someone else. It’s always nice to celebrate the people who have made a difference in your life, especially on days like Mother’s Day. When it comes to finding the right gift, we’ve put together some suggestions that are worth taking a look at!

Ulster Weavers Tea Towel and Oven Gloves

Getting things like kitchenware can be a bit controversial, I know. But, as a mother who absolutely loves new things for her kitchen, I would be delighted to get Ulster Weaver’s tea towels or oven gloves. I feel like a lot of my pretty towels do get old over time and oven gloves tend to get stained, but they aren’t something that I ever really think to replace. The designs at Ulster Weaver are very beautiful and can match a lot of different vibes and personalities.

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Dinner at The Refinery CityPoint

Dinner at The Refinery CityPoint

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[Ad- gifted experience] Dann and I have previously been to the Refinery CityPoint for drinks and had a pretty good time, so we were both excited to have dinner there! We went for a big meal out, with a bunch of our work team, after one of our main events. There were a lot of us, so we pre-ordered about a week before, giving us each little name tag reminders of what we actually picked out, which was very useful as I did not remember in the slightest.

Spiced Cauliflower Bites and Mushroom Arancini Balls

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Night Away at Luton Hoo Hotel

Night Away at Luton Hoo Hotel

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As a birthday gift, Dann booked a night at Luton Hoo Hotel, which is a large, historical manor, with a spa! Everything that I really want in a day of relaxation. We spent a night in the hotel, went to the spa for quite a large amount of time, roamed the grounds, and ate dinner at the manor. This was quite a relaxing experience and we very much enjoyed a night to ourselves, away from work.

Luton Hoo Hotel

When staying at the Luton Hoo Hotel, you can stay in the manor or you can stay in the nearby building which is basically touching the spa. Due to wanting to make the most of the spa, we very much wanted to be nearby instead of in the main building. We did spend some time roaming the manor, which had sitting rooms, lots of different historical items, and beautiful tapestries. There was a bar here and it’s where the meals are served. You can easily take a car (they drive you the 5 minute journey down the road) to the house we were staying at.

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