Summer is finally here with June set to be the hottest month on record. This can only mean one thing its barbecue time.
This is the time when millions of men, take charge and cook the food.
Men that would not normally be seen dead cooking take it upon them selves to cook, beef, chicken, pork and lamb for family and friends.
Why, simple its history and a mans birthright! Before the lynching starts let me explain.
To offer an explanation of why women can not and should not be allowed near a barbecue, we need to delve into the origins of the Barbecue.
Some sources say it was in the 1800s when the man who invented barbecue turned up on the scene. It was a cowboy who slow cooked his tough and sinewy meat over burning charcoals to tenderize it. Cowboys then were rationed with the lesser quality beef parts. However, they also got beef and pork ribs from time to time. But in particular, who invented the barbecue? Is there a specific cowboy name? No one knows. What is sure is that America has a long history of grill or roast cooking.
The Taino Indians
Experts say it is quite likely that the Taino Indians were the ones who invented the barbecue. They were natives living in the Bahamas. They hunted animals for food and cooked them in various ways. Among them is called “barbacoa” in the native dialect. It is done by smoking meat using a specific utensil where meat is placed while being grilled or roasted on fire. Indeed, the Tainos were likely to be the people who invented the barbecue.
So you see ladies, barbecuing meat is a man thing, handed down from the rough and tumble days of The American mid west, when men were men and women knew that cooking meat on a barbecue was the job of a man.
So ladies hands off the barbecue this Summer, Barbecues are for men. Not for the Birds
Stick to something else!
Thursday 2 June 2011
Friday 27 May 2011
Dyson are giving you £60.00
Yes you heard us right Dyson the inventor of the bag less , no loss of suction, Vacuum cleaners are giving you £60.00.
Why? well they are offering to recycle your old Vacuum cleaner and give you £60.00 of any new Dyson moderl. Plus they will even take away your old cleaner for you.
Too good to miss check out the best home and DIY site online for this and much more now
Why? well they are offering to recycle your old Vacuum cleaner and give you £60.00 of any new Dyson moderl. Plus they will even take away your old cleaner for you.
Too good to miss check out the best home and DIY site online for this and much more now
Monday 18 April 2011
Bank Holiday DIY disasters how to avoid them
Oh yes, the first bank holiday weekend is fast approaching and many peoples thoughts turn to DIY.
Sadly man people who attempt DIY may at the least do a bad job or at worse cause injury to themselves .
Common DIY accidents include cuts from knives while cutting cable and carpets, slips with saws when cutting wood, paint dripping into eyes from ceilings and slabs falling onto hands and feet.
Splinters, glass, dirt and other particles can cause damage to eyes, resulting in trips to Accident and Emergency departments.
Avoiding these type of accidents is easy, by simply seeking professional advice before undertaking any DIY activity.
Ensure that any tools, equipment is clean and in proper working order, before starting work.
Our site in the home offers advice and tips on doing most DIY jobs free, and most bricks and mortar stores will be able to advise you on how to carry out the job.
Remember if you are unsure how to complete a task, seek a professional as DIY is supposed to be relaxing, the last thing you want is to spend your weekend in hospital
Sadly man people who attempt DIY may at the least do a bad job or at worse cause injury to themselves .
Common DIY accidents include cuts from knives while cutting cable and carpets, slips with saws when cutting wood, paint dripping into eyes from ceilings and slabs falling onto hands and feet.
Splinters, glass, dirt and other particles can cause damage to eyes, resulting in trips to Accident and Emergency departments.
Avoiding these type of accidents is easy, by simply seeking professional advice before undertaking any DIY activity.
Ensure that any tools, equipment is clean and in proper working order, before starting work.
Our site in the home offers advice and tips on doing most DIY jobs free, and most bricks and mortar stores will be able to advise you on how to carry out the job.
Remember if you are unsure how to complete a task, seek a professional as DIY is supposed to be relaxing, the last thing you want is to spend your weekend in hospital
Tuesday 12 April 2011
How to get a new bathroom under £300.00
Perhaps you are remodelling your bathroom or you just need a new type of bath. Maybe the children have all left home and you fancy a wet room.
Which ever you need, you can guarantee Better bathrooms and in the home will have the look you want at a price you can afford. Better Bathrooms have been trading online since 1999, their product ranges have grown to over 3000 products, including bath tubs, showers, wet rooms, and economy bath room suites.
The best seller is the 1500 icon bathroom suite at just under £220.00, it consists of 1500mm bath, basin, pedestal, toilet, cistern, mono basin mixer and shower bath mixer. This bathroom suite features an icon toilet and basin set, a single ended bath and alpha bath shower mixer tap set and a basin mono.
This is exceptional value and is very easy to install. So when you need a new bathroom order yours from Better bathrooms and in the home.
Which ever you need, you can guarantee Better bathrooms and in the home will have the look you want at a price you can afford. Better Bathrooms have been trading online since 1999, their product ranges have grown to over 3000 products, including bath tubs, showers, wet rooms, and economy bath room suites.
The best seller is the 1500 icon bathroom suite at just under £220.00, it consists of 1500mm bath, basin, pedestal, toilet, cistern, mono basin mixer and shower bath mixer. This bathroom suite features an icon toilet and basin set, a single ended bath and alpha bath shower mixer tap set and a basin mono.
This is exceptional value and is very easy to install. So when you need a new bathroom order yours from Better bathrooms and in the home.
Friday 8 April 2011
Garden play equipment
Now that the Sun is beaming through and the days are growing longer, its time to get the kids outside and have fun.
All kids love to bounce and what better way for them to get some exercise and tire them selves out too. That is why a trampoline is perfect for all ages.
Trampolines are great fun, kids and adults love to bounce on them, but be safe.
Ensure that the trampoline is safe and then your kids can have risk free fun.
ou should situate the trampoline in a clear place and well away from potential hazards such as trees, washing lines, poles and other equipment which may get in the way. You should also ensure that there’s a ‘safe zone’ around the perimeter of the trampoline which should be at least 2.5 metres all the way around it.
This should be kept clear from obstacles such as bikes, skateboards and other kids’ toys and preferably should consist of sand or some other kind of material such as bark shavings or safety matting which will provide cushioning in the event of a fall. Better still, why not buy a trampoline which comes with safety netting around it or buy an external safety cage which you can place all around it? It may cost more to do this but it will definitely keep your children safer and less likely to suffer serious injury by coming off the trampoline.
We all want our kids to have fun, but remember trampolines can cause injury.
All kids love to bounce and what better way for them to get some exercise and tire them selves out too. That is why a trampoline is perfect for all ages.
Trampolines are great fun, kids and adults love to bounce on them, but be safe.
Ensure that the trampoline is safe and then your kids can have risk free fun.
ou should situate the trampoline in a clear place and well away from potential hazards such as trees, washing lines, poles and other equipment which may get in the way. You should also ensure that there’s a ‘safe zone’ around the perimeter of the trampoline which should be at least 2.5 metres all the way around it.
This should be kept clear from obstacles such as bikes, skateboards and other kids’ toys and preferably should consist of sand or some other kind of material such as bark shavings or safety matting which will provide cushioning in the event of a fall. Better still, why not buy a trampoline which comes with safety netting around it or buy an external safety cage which you can place all around it? It may cost more to do this but it will definitely keep your children safer and less likely to suffer serious injury by coming off the trampoline.
We all want our kids to have fun, but remember trampolines can cause injury.
Monday 4 April 2011
Top Five DIY jobs to do for Spring/Summer
Now that the harsh weather has largely gone away, Christmas has been and gone, its time to start thinking DIY.
This handy list may help you get started as we reveal our top five DIY jobs
Number one is decorating, adding new carpets, Curtains or Blinds. Recent figures suggest that up to 30% of us are planning to do this as a way to spruce up our homes in time for Summer.
The Next Big DIY job is to paint your home, either completely or just redo some of the rooms.
Next on the list comes installing and updating bathrooms and Kitchens, either replacing them entirely or just replacing doors or tiles.
Two other big expenditures are updating or replacing your windows and heating system
The last areas are looking at revamping your conservatory and making sure your roof is sound for the following winter.
Which ever of these you choose to do, you can expect to budget about 10% of your monthly income to get the look you need. There will be many jobs on this list that you can save money on by doing it yourself, but for larger projects such as Bathrooms and kitchens you have to budget more for tradesmen.
DIY should be safe, if you are in any doubt about how to carry out any DIY tasks safely please get in touch with a qualified tradesman.
This handy list may help you get started as we reveal our top five DIY jobs
Number one is decorating, adding new carpets, Curtains or Blinds. Recent figures suggest that up to 30% of us are planning to do this as a way to spruce up our homes in time for Summer.
The Next Big DIY job is to paint your home, either completely or just redo some of the rooms.
Next on the list comes installing and updating bathrooms and Kitchens, either replacing them entirely or just replacing doors or tiles.
Two other big expenditures are updating or replacing your windows and heating system
The last areas are looking at revamping your conservatory and making sure your roof is sound for the following winter.
Which ever of these you choose to do, you can expect to budget about 10% of your monthly income to get the look you need. There will be many jobs on this list that you can save money on by doing it yourself, but for larger projects such as Bathrooms and kitchens you have to budget more for tradesmen.
DIY should be safe, if you are in any doubt about how to carry out any DIY tasks safely please get in touch with a qualified tradesman.
Tuesday 22 March 2011
5 things not to use a black and decker drill for
Men Love drills, we cant get enough of them.
Here is our list of 5 things you should do Never ever do with a drill
5- Attach a fork to it and use it to twirl spaghetti
4-Get out your best china and use it to spin plates
3- Use it to deep plant flower bulbs/seeds
2- Mix cakes
The number one thing not to do with a drill is
Use it to make bubbles in your bath, please do not try any of these at home.
If you have any more things you should not use your drill for why not let us know
Here is our list of 5 things you should do Never ever do with a drill
5- Attach a fork to it and use it to twirl spaghetti
4-Get out your best china and use it to spin plates
3- Use it to deep plant flower bulbs/seeds
2- Mix cakes
The number one thing not to do with a drill is
Use it to make bubbles in your bath, please do not try any of these at home.
If you have any more things you should not use your drill for why not let us know
Monday 21 March 2011
Top Ten DIY Jobs You Love to hate
Lets get straight to it.
10- Stripping wall paper- Messy and messy
9- How to seal a bath- Yuck
8- how to put up sheleves- why bother
7- Cleaning Gutters
6- Sanding Floor Boards
5- hanging a garden gate/Door
4- changing locks
3- Cleaning carpets
2-fixing a leaky toilet
The number one Job we all hate is.... how to unblock a sink
Worry not help is at hand, check these guides out
10- Stripping wall paper- Messy and messy
9- How to seal a bath- Yuck
8- how to put up sheleves- why bother
7- Cleaning Gutters
6- Sanding Floor Boards
5- hanging a garden gate/Door
4- changing locks
3- Cleaning carpets
2-fixing a leaky toilet
The number one Job we all hate is.... how to unblock a sink
Worry not help is at hand, check these guides out
How to get traffic and sales
This is very off topic for us, but found this link and wondered if it only brings traffic or sales too?
Anyway check the post out here http://www.seomoz.org/blog/10-remarkably-effective-strategies-for-driving-traffic
Anyway check the post out here http://www.seomoz.org/blog/10-remarkably-effective-strategies-for-driving-traffic
Tuesday 15 March 2011
Garden inspiration ideas
Its that time of the year again, the garden is beckoning, it has laid neglected all winter long and no matter how you try you cant avoid it any longer.
It is time to open the shed and dust off those tools
Perhaps your garden is in need of a serious makeover or maybe you are just not using the space to its best advantage why not check out these guides for a little help.
Get gardening you know you want to!
It is time to open the shed and dust off those tools
Perhaps your garden is in need of a serious makeover or maybe you are just not using the space to its best advantage why not check out these guides for a little help.
Get gardening you know you want to!
Monday 14 March 2011
Saturday 12 March 2011
shopping for white goods for the home on line
new home store just launched why not take a look at some of the great products on offer.
Wednesday 2 March 2011
Monday 21 February 2011
Now you an buy Dyson spare parts online
We all know that Dyson Vacuum Cleaners are probably one of the most reliable makes on the market, but what do you do when the pack up? It used to be hard to find genuine Dyson parts to order online, but not any more. In the home now have an extensive selection of spares for all makes and models of Dyson, so order Now
Friday 18 February 2011
Stylish showers to order on line from better bathrooms and in the home
In the home are pleased to be associated with the inter nets largest retailer of bathrooms and showers, Better bathrooms. We now have over 3000 bathroom products to order online. From complete shower kits to lip bath tubs check out the range on line today at in the home.
Thursday 17 February 2011
How to rehang a garden gate
After a long winter of Wind and Rain perhaps your wooden garden gate has taken a bit of a battering, night after night it bangs and squeaks, find out how to fix this by reading the DIY Guide from in the Home simply click here
Tuesday 15 February 2011
Why buy a Dyson Vacuum cleaner?
There are literally thousands of domestic vacuum cleaners on the market, so why should you choose a Dyson?
Dyson vacuum cleaners have are the only vacuum cleaners approved by both the British Allergy Foundation and Service Allergie Suisse. Secondly Dyson offer a range of cleaners from the compact Dyson city to the robust Dyson DC14 for all floors.
More importantly Dyson have no bags, so no loss of suction. The Dyson uses Cyclonic force, like a miniature hurricane, to separate dirt, dust, mites and allergens from the air. This technique is so effective that not even cigarette smoke can escape a Dyson vacuum. Dyson cleaners are the only real choice for the home. Order your new Dyson, plus Dyson spares and accessories on line today from in the home.
Dyson vacuum cleaners have are the only vacuum cleaners approved by both the British Allergy Foundation and Service Allergie Suisse. Secondly Dyson offer a range of cleaners from the compact Dyson city to the robust Dyson DC14 for all floors.
More importantly Dyson have no bags, so no loss of suction. The Dyson uses Cyclonic force, like a miniature hurricane, to separate dirt, dust, mites and allergens from the air. This technique is so effective that not even cigarette smoke can escape a Dyson vacuum. Dyson cleaners are the only real choice for the home. Order your new Dyson, plus Dyson spares and accessories on line today from in the home.
In the Home Site launches
As we all know an English Man's home is his castle, but what does a woman do when the castle needs repairing.
Nagging wont work, so the best thing to do is log on to in the Home and at look all the great products on offer. Big brand names such as B&Q, Better Bathrooms and Dyson to order online.
There are over 15,000 DIY and building products many with next day delivery.
If the king of the castle is a DIY novice or DIY shy then we have a range of how to guides to help him too.
Nagging wont work, so the best thing to do is log on to in the Home and at look all the great products on offer. Big brand names such as B&Q, Better Bathrooms and Dyson to order online.
There are over 15,000 DIY and building products many with next day delivery.
If the king of the castle is a DIY novice or DIY shy then we have a range of how to guides to help him too.
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