The Headline of this blog may be slightly confusing to many of you. Many studies are now linking a reduction in the affects of depression and anxiety to the pursuit of gardening as a hobby. Sarah Rayner, an author on Psychology Today, called this “petal power”. This blog is in no way aimed at telling people that gardening will cure mental health problems. Mental illnesses are very complex and require lots of care and attention.  Experts claim depression is a global epidemic. Many people don’t wish to go on medication for personal reasons and instead choose things such as such...

So, let’s face it, knee pads aren’t the most obvious piece of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)! In many cases they are simply treated as a cure to dealing with existing knee pain. One of the reoccurring phrases we have heard most since the launch of Recoil Knee Pads is: "Great idea, but I don’t need knee pads. My knees are fine…" It’s a phrase we’ve become accustomed to. However, at the opposite end of the scale of, we have also become accustomed to this phrase: ‘Great idea! My knees are shot!’, to the more direct response of : "Great idea! My knee...

We all know that in Tiling, nothing will ever be as important as the knowledge in your noggin. We've been chatting to some Tilers from all over the world about what the best tools they've ever bought are. Many were mentioned, but there was one thing that they could all agree on unanimously: The tools are only as good as their master. Unsurprisingly , mastering your craft is the most important thing you can do. Before you think of getting any of the tools on this list, make sure that your floors pass the old coin test and that you...

  "The love of gardening is a seed once sown that never dies." — Gertrude Jekyll  A beautiful garden doesn't just appear. It takes time, dedication, love and the right tools to bring a garden to life. Gardening can seem a bit overwhelming for anyone who would like to take it up as a hobby. What plants represent who I am? What soil should I use for ericaceous plants? What kind of tools should I buy? Getting the right tools is essential to have that ethereal gardening experience without having to worry about the back breaking effort. You want to enjoy your gardening...

Christmas is a magical time. Everyone exchanging gifts and being selfless for the day. But we all know, the hard work comes weeks before Christmas day when we are trying to figure out what the heck to get everyone. When it comes to the Handyman/Woman in your life, trying to find something that isn't already in there tool kit/shed/emporium may seem impossible. We'd like to help you out here, and provide you with 5 great products that might be just what's missing from their kit bag or a great alternative to what they already have. 1. Laser Distance Measure Product...