Working in an agricultural environment can be very rewarding if you like working outdoors. There are more than 192,000 farms in the United Kingdom so there’s plenty of work to go around. As a farm labourer, you’ll spend your days doing a wide range of jobs but you’ll need to make sure you’re qualified before … Read more
Do you have an interest in working with your hands, getting stuck in and spending time outdoors? If you do then working as a farm labourer might be a good career choice for you. However, when we think of a farm labourer, we’ll all have a different idea of what these people do. It’s true … Read more
It’s a dream for many people to become self employed. Imagine the freedom of being able to choose your own hours, what jobs you take on and when you have your holidays. It certainly sounds appealing but you have to remember that not all jobs can be done as a self employed person. So, can … Read more
If you’re sitting out in your garden then the last thing you want are prying eyes invading your privacy. But with so many of us in the UK having neighbours on at least one side of our property, it isn’t always easy to relax without someone looking in on you. One of the most common … Read more
The UK is not a large country and with so many new housing estates constantly being thrown up, it’s a wonder that there’s any space left at all. But the real problem is that most of us don’t have the luxury of open space on either side of our home. Most Brits have at least … Read more
When you are working, you need to find the balance between comfort and practicality as well as finding work clothes that look the part. It can be difficult to get all three of these things in one, especially when it comes to work trousers. As a carpet fitter, you will spend a lot of time … Read more
Ensuring that you have the right tools for installing your new carpet is a must. While many people opt to hire a professional, it is possible to make a DIY project out of carpet installation. But what a lot of people don’t realise, is the importance of having all of the correct equipment. You may … Read more
Your drill is one of your most essential tools and many of them are hugely diverse and can be used for a range of projects. However, you have to be mindful of the material you are working with since some drills just aren’t cut out for more heavy duty work. Drilling into brick can be … Read more
When it comes to joining your carpet seamlessly, you will need to make sure that you have the right equipment. Most carpet fitters will use what is known as a carpet iron to seam two pieces and ensure that the tape adheres leaving something that looks like one single piece of carpet. But if you’re … Read more
There are so many reasons that laminate flooring has become as popular as it has. For starters, it’s affordable but also very durable. On top of that, laminate flooring is super attractive and low maintenance. What’s not to love? But while laminate flooring does have a lot going for it, if you don’t install it … Read more