2020

Slough is a place often derided by many – indeed as the song by David Brent says it is ‘Soulless and boring and grey’, and the poet Sir John Betjeman was not a fan either, writing his poem, ‘Come friendly bombs and fall on Slough, it isn’t fit for humans now’. But for such a

Whether you are an experienced part of a research team, an aspiring scientist or lab manager, it is important that you are aware of the potential hazards and risks in the scientific laboratory. Many laboratories are more dangerous and riskier than the average workplace – the cost of cutting-edge science. Whether you are looking for

Natural light is very important for our health and well-being, and we all have to find a way to increase the level of natural light in homes and workplaces. Why is this important? There are many health benefits to increasing our level of natural light and here are some of them: Lowers the amount of

Your garage door goes up and down about 1,500 times a year. That’s a lot of movement for a mechanism to handle. The more things move, the more likely it is for a piece to fall out of place or wear out over time. Fortunately, routine maintenance on the garage door is simple and effective.

Summer weddings are very popular, so you may have entertained the idea of having a spring or winter one instead. No matter how romantic this idea may seem, you cannot deny the pull of a summer wedding. Here are some of the main reasons why the summer remains a popular time to get hitched:

For architects of the past, a common conundrum was the question of designing a building that was aesthetically pleasing but also paid attention to providing a pleasant inside environment too. This led to the concept of the brise soleil. The Brise Soleil Often referred to as a sun blocker, you may know it as a

When you have recently been given a diagnosis of dementia, it can be a scary time. You might feel numb, afraid and not able to absorb everything. Take some time to think and be kind to yourself. It might be useful to speak with counsellors at a memory clinic, for example. You can also contact

With spring in full swing and summer just around the corner, you might think that your home is looking tired and in need of a refresh. While it is great to try to have the latest looks and trends, most people also have to consider the practicalities and the expense. If you are embarking on

Having a front yard is a real blessing for homeowners as there is generally more garden space to plant flowers, and even to have your favourite garden gnomes – not forgetting a gorgeous pathway leading to your front door. If you no longer want a front garden though, there are many different ways you can

Plastic pollution and Climate Change is a massive issue in the modern world, so reducing plastic waste, and switching to reusable energy is as important than ever. According to this, plastic has been found in 60% of sea birds, and found in 100% of the world sea turtles – shocking figures! So it is vital