Five jobs you can do with one tool set
A good basic tool set handles more than you think. Five common jobs around the house, and the tools that…
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Composting in a small garden
You don't need a big garden to make your own compost. One bin, two kinds of waste and a little…
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Get your garden through winter without work in spring
A few hours in late autumn save a lot of trouble in March. Here is what to empty, store, cover…
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Choosing a cordless drill: volts, torque and what you really need
Volts, amp hours, torque settings and impact drivers: a plain guide to what matters when you buy a drill for…
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Which pan for which job?
A saucepan, a frying pan, a saute pan and a casserole each do one thing best. Here is which pan…
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Water column explained: when is rain gear really waterproof?
What does 8000 mm water column mean, why do taped seams matter, and how much do you need for a…
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