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A World of Aromatherapy - This website is dedicated to help people improve their health and sense of well-being through the use of essential oils. Afraid to ask - This is US-based organization that was set up to give surfers straightforward information about the sorts of medical conditions that you wouldn't talk about at the dinner table. All of the facts given on the site are written in plain English and are usually accompanied by graphic images to best illustrate the health issues that are being discussed. Alternative Therapies - Organizations Alternative Medicine - This is an informative site for anyone interested in finding out about natural remedies to health problems. Advocating a 100% organic approach, it suggests alternative ways to treat concerns as diverse as acne, depression and snoring. Although there is no online shopping facility, you can order herb-based treatments direct from the company. A nice touch is the free online lifestyle analysis form, which allows you to find out about your own potential health concerns. Alternative Ways - This is an informative site for anyone interested in finding out about natural remedies to health problems. Advocating a 100% organic approach, it suggests alternative ways to treat concerns as diverse as acne, depression and snoring. Although there is no online shopping facility, you can order herb-based treatments direct from the company. A nice touch is the free online lifestyle analysis form, which allows you to find out about your own potential health concerns. American Medical Association (US) Ask Doctor Joshua blog - The purpose of this website is to provide free medical information and advice to those who for any reason (financial, geographical, political, family...) are unable consult a medical doctor or a health care professional. While Dr Joshua cannot make a diagnosis over the Internet, he will do his best to give practical and reliable medical information. (Finland) Ask Dr Weil (US) Baldwins - UK's leading herbalist and supplier of natural remedies offers a huge range of Aromatherapy products, Essential Oils, Base Oils, Flower Remedies, Incense, Homeopathy and more; from white bees wax and ear candles, to many other amazing array of weird and wonderful products. There are helpful health notes that cover everything from abdominal pain to zinc malabsorption. Best Home Remedies - I want to share with you another very useful website, because despite using some medication prescribed by my GP, I still prefer to use home remedies. Check this website for Aromatherapy & Essential Oils, Ayurvedic Remedies, Chelation Therapy, Chinese Medicine, Fasting, Fruits, Homemade Beauty Recipes, Herbs, Minerals, Sitz Baths, Injuries, Vitamins, Vegetables, and many more other useful links. Best Treatments website can tell you which treatments really work and which don't work, based on the best and most up-to-date medical research. Boots WebMD - This joint venture between Boots and health-advice site WebMD could prove a life-saver during the sickly season. Boots WebMD provides an enormous amount of information about everything from avoiding swine flu to stopping smoking, and lets you browse a lengthy A to Z list of conditions. Interactive tools such as the superb symptom checker, videos, slideshows, calculators and quizzes lift this far above most medical resources, while links to the Boots online store let you order the medication recommended in the articles, and even place a repeat prescription. British Association of Plastic Surgeons British Dental Health Foundation British Medical Journal - Easy to use and packed with health information, the British Medical Journal has been relaunched. Searching them is incredibly simple because in each section there are tools to help you search by date and article type. That’s impressive enough, but there’s also a superb new interactive section which gathers blogs, polls, webchats and audio interviews with British doctors. You can also read the results from the latest health research. Calorie Counter - For basic health and diet advice, read the facts and information that are presented here. Cancer - This is a part of NHS website that provides information on cancer, useful links and offers a guide to treatment centres. CancerAdvice - In the imperfect world of cancer therapeutics, we are always awaiting the next therapeutic advance and as each new development is claimed, a controversy ensues within the medical profession as to its significance and importance. The Cancer Advice website updates its readers with the current controversies and new developments. CancerHelp UK is a website loaded with information and database of clinical trials looking for patients to try new treatments. Cardio Files - Find answers and post questions about heart attacks & diseases, diet & nutrition, exercise & fitness and stop smoking. Children First is a website for children and young adults seeking information, help and advice when they're worried about their health. More than 1,500 youngsters from 30 countries have contributed to the building of the well-designed website, which covers everything from health problems to bullying to staying in hospital. The funky GT section of the site is aimed at teenagers, with content ranging from health issues to games and celebrity gossip. Complementary Healthcare is your gateway to sites on the Internet for alternative healthcare with a fool-proof search facility to find practitioners and services in your community. Browse their resources or just try the search. It is well-designed and you can easy find your nearest practitioner for complementary healthcare. Simply choose a category such as aromatherapy from a drop-down list, type in your postcode and wait a couple of seconds for the results. You can also search for professional bodies or treatments alphabetically. Two other extremely useful features of this site are the industry news updates and a discussion forum where you can share your views with other users. Cures for Common Cold - A Vermont doctor prescribed chewing on a honeycomb to clear sinus passages... Onions figure in many cold cures from the early days... anyway, check for yourself a few cures for common cold, including research done by Cardiff University.Deaf World Web DIPEx.org shows you a wide variety of personal experiences of health and illness. You can watch, listen to or read their interviews, find reliable information on treatment choices and where to find support. The site covers cancers, heart disease, mental health, neurological conditions, screening programmes, pregnancy, teenage health, chronic illnesses and many others. Dr Foster (UK) Dr Ruth (US) Drug & Alcohol Abuse/Centre for Recovery Eat Well website from Food Standard Agency Eating Disorders/ EDA - Here you will find information and help on all aspects of eating disorders including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder and related eating disorders. Fashionable canes & walking sticks (US) - These stylish canes for men and women provide comfort and support by walking. Adjustable canes, folding walking sticks, wood canes come in variety of patterns and will add a special touch to your image. Fitness Online (US) Food Link - A colourful, intelligent online presentation of the facts about food safety. Got a Teenager is a social networking and advice site that gives parents of teenagers an online space to support each other through the challenges and successes of bringing up teens. It provides a wealth of useful information about such issues as sex, alcohol and drugs, as well personal matters like self confidence and communication problems. GPnotebook is an online encyclopaedia of medicine that provides a trusted immediate reference resource for clinicians in the UK and internationally. Harmony Cuisine is a family business and was inspired by their own experiences of living with the effects of Crohn's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis and Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Their aim is to empower people with these long-term conditions to find the knowledge they need to eat appropriate foods, as well as providing the food itself in a way that is appetising and suitable for their condition.
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Net Foundation Healthology (US) HealthyDirect.com - excellent website to buy Tax Free vitamins and supplements. To keep you up-to-date and in the know, they have compiled ever-expanding archive of health articles, news, blog, etc. Find out more about conditions such as anxiety, backache, bad breath, blood pressure, cataract, cholesterol, cystitis, menopause, PMS/PMT, prostate health, snoring, etc. HealthTalkOnline - The Health Experience Research Group has created a unique database of personal and patient experiences through in-depth qualitative research into over 40 different illnesses and health conditions. The results of their research are published on two websites - www.healthtalkonline.org and www.youthhealthtalk.org which are aimed at patients, their carers, family and friends, doctors, nurses and other health professionals. Healthy.net is a 24-hour resource centre in the guise of a virtual health village. As you navigate through a vast network of information, you will come across advice and guidance from leading authorities in natural health, well-being and alternative medicine. Whether you're looking for advice about nutrition, women's health concerns or a myriad ways to promote well-being through natural remedies, then this site should be your first port of call. Hearing Direct specialising in hearing aids. Because they are an online-only business, they are able to sell a large selection of listening devices for considerably less than on the high street, with discounts of hundreds of pounds. You can take their FREE online hearing check. Every item they feature on the site comes with a no hassle 30 day money back guarantee, complete 12 months manufacturer warranty and all their hearing aids come with a FREE packet of batteries. Information and advice about impotence – Sorted in 10 - Sorted in 10 offers information about erectile dysfunction and gives advice on how to approach your doctor, treatments available and dealing with impotence for partners.Kid's Health (US) Life
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taking BBC's fast, fun quiz! Macmillan Cancer Support improves the lives of people affected by cancer. They provide practical, medical and financial support and push for better cancer care. Male Health - An excellent site for men who want to improve their health and well-being from the comfort of their own homes. Mayo Clinic (US) Medic Direct is written and maintained by a team of GPs and consultants, includes information ranging from diet and fitness to first aid and advice for medical complaints. New features, including more videos of operations (not for the squeamish), self-assessment tools and health calculators add to the vast collection of information on offer. Other categories, or 'clinics', include health at school, living with disabilities, family therapy and foot care. In fact, this site is so extensive that hypochondriacs are bound to discover they have some illness they never knew about. MEDtropolis is a webspace built for the latest health information that will educate and entertain kids and adults alike. Discover our other popular features such as Health Calculators, Kids Health, and the Breast Cancer Guide in addition to the Virtual Body. Migraine - Today there are many diseases in the world. Are you prepared to face them? It is better to be safe than sorry. Here they can help you find the information you need about diseases medicine and more. NetDoctor has introduced a range of helpful features including informative videos, virtual health and wellbeing centres where you can quickly diagnose symptoms, and enhanced chat forums that give you a better chance of finding help with your condition. This site provide trusted advice from doctors and health practitioners across Europe. NetDoctor is an invaluable resource for everyone. NetDoctorPro is a premium resource for UK doctors and health professionals with unlimited access to some of the world's most valuable databases and health resources. NHS Direct - The free UK government's 24-hour health advice hotline. Includes a health encyclopaedia, local info and some useful links, such as Best Treatments, Common Health Questions, Interactive Tools. OR-Live - Check this "Big-Brother-Style" broadcast from surgical operation theatre where you can see live operations from Temporal Lobe Resection to Control Epilepsy. Patient Opinion - If you’ve experienced poor care from the NHS or, conversely, if you’ve been impressed by the treatment you’ve received, you can share your story at this relaunched site. Patient Opinion is a commendably balanced watchdog for the health service. Alongside complaints about long waiting times, unhelpful receptionists and neglect of elderly patients, you’ll find praise for ambulance crews, clean hospital wards and tireless nurses. Patient UK - The aim of this website is to provide non-medical people in the UK with good quality information about health and disease. Plants For a Future - There are many hundreds of medicinal plants that can be grown in temperate climates and there are probably a great deal more with properties as yet undiscovered. This website offers information on "edible, medicinal and useful plants for a healthier world". Prevention (US) ReallyWorried is a place to seek or share help and advice on just about any worrying topic. It works on the simple notion that whatever people worry about, there are others out there who will have experienced similar problems themselves. ReallyWorried provides an opportunity for people who have been there before to offer their advice to those who find themselves in the same boat. Royal National Institute for the Blind SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) Surgery Door - General Health Information The Times Health Club provides a wealth of advice, tools and support to get you in shape and steer you towards a healthier lifestyle. You can keep a food diary to monitor your calorie intake, create an exercise plan, and track your progress, as well as reading guides and tips written by fitness and nutrition experts. Thrive Online (US) Walking The Way To Health Initiative - Walking plays a big part in creating a healthier nation, so get fit and get walking with the help of this site. Well Web (US) Yoga Village UK - If you want to know more about the practice of yoga, check out this site. Young People's Health Advice at "The Site" Crosswords Buddy - Any crossword fans that have got stuck on clues will appreciate this site. Gizmodo - Gizmodo, the gadget guide. So much in love with shiny new toys, it's unnatural. Help - If you are stuck for an answer, try this website. Helpful.com - Various info about family related issues such as family life, childcare, parenting, living with abuse and bulling, pregnancy & birth, etc. HowStuffWorks - Check this fascinating website, which uncovers how technologies actually work. Wikipedia - Free encyclopaedia that anyone can edit. A British Soldier Remembers WWII - Site's creator recorded his father's war memories online. Archaeology Magazine is an engaging magazine that contains a good spread of features to do with archaeology. It embraces a broad range of history from the ancient Mayans to the Roman Empire. Even though it is no more than an electronic version of the print copy, it does have special online features, including an extensive archive library with stories from all over the world. This should be of interest to both the curious and academic. Battle of Britain was the German air force's attempt to gain air superiority over the RAF from July to September 1940. Their ultimate failure was one of the turning points of World War Two and prevented Germany from invading Britain. Explore the key events of the Battle of Britain with clips from over 50 years of BBC television and radio programmes. Bayeux Tapestry - An astonishing artefact from history. BBC History - First port of call for British history. BBC Story is an immersive online guide to the Beeb in the context of British history since 1922 (when the corporation was founded). Features include a scrolling History of Innovation timeline that displays key events by year; a Great Moments section highlighting important anniversaries; and the ability to browse and post photos, videos and recollections in the fascinating Memoryshare area. There's loads to enjoy here, all presented in the BBC's reliably concise but comprehensive style. Complete with photo galleries, video tours and audio clips, this is nostalgia at its best. Britannia - Another site that is worth to have a look about British history. British History Online - If you want to research British history, this site - the creation of the Institute of Historical Research and the History of Parliament Trust - is perfect. British Newspaper Archive - Whether you are a researcher, historian or you simply want to know more about Britain's history, take this fantastic opportunity to search this vast treasure trove of historical newspapers from your own home. D-Day on the Web - A fitting tribute to one of the most important events of the Second World War. English Heritage website has details of its work, and lists of places to visit, including a set of holiday cottages situated in heritage sites. Eternal Egypt is really fantastic website which brings to light over five thousand years of Egyptian civilization. Eternal Egypt is a living record of a land rich in art and history, people and places, myths and religions. The stories of Eternal Egypt are told using the latest interactive technologies, high-resolution imagery, animations, virtual environments, remote cameras, three-dimensional models and more. First World War records go online - Documents detailing the experiences of millions of people who served in the First World War have been made available online. Ancestry.co.uk, a website that contains personal and historical records including census results, has teamed up with the National Archives to make service and pension records from the British Army between 1914-1920 available for browsing. The collections will be put online in phases, beginning with pension records, which have been made available from today. By the end of 2008, Ancestry.co.uk hopes to have records for 2.5 million former soldiers online. Historvius - This fascinating website provides an interactive guide to historical locations around the world. Search by destination, time period or keyword to uncover all manner of ancient treasures and cultural attractions - from the Tombs of the Kings in Paphos to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial. History of the World - This ambitious joint venture between the BBC and the British Museum tells the history of the world through objects. Launched in tandem with the Radio 4 series, A History of the World starts with stone tools from around two million BC, before taking in Egyptian mummies, Roman sculpture and medieval pottery, right up to a Banksy piece from 2009. Each object is accompanied by details of its origin, period, size and material, and a photo. But it's the interactivity that lifts this resource far above a mere history lesson, with strong social-networking elements, podcasts to download and an interesting blog. History of the Panama Canal - Very resourceful page about history of Panama Canal. Link to me was provided thanks to Sarah and her history teacher Kristen McNeill. History.uk.com - offers unrivalled free access to more than 28,000 directory listings of history related venues, organisations and experts in the UK. Editorial includes regular features, historic recipes, monthly competition, DIY History and the exclusive History.uk.com Timeline of British history from 10,000BC to the present day. HistoryPin invites you to share your old photos and the stories behind them by ‘pinning' the pictures to the locations they were taken in Google Street View. The overlaid photos are geo-tagged and dated to provide a unique glimpse into the history of the area. Historypin already has thousands of pictures and stories to explore, sourced from a variety of national archives and companies as well as amateur photographers. This is a fascinating resource for anyone with an interest in social history. Institute of Historical Research in London - especially for academics and scholars. Looking at Buildings - An introduction to architecture with pages on Building Types, architectural styles and traditions and building materials and methods of construction, and an expanding guide and introduction to buildings in seven of England's cities. Medieval Weaponry - A comprehensive online shop selling all things medieval and historical. My Time In History - History is written by the victors, goes the saying, but at this website anyone is welcome to chip in. Aiming to serve as a kind of Wikipedia for memories, users are invited to post comments, recollections and stories about specific events in time, ranging from the 1966 World Cup to the invention of the Rubik’s Cube. There are also recent inclusions such as Take That’s 2007 Beautiful World tour and Tim Henman’s last match, and a ‘claim to fame’ section where you can describe your encounters with famous folk. Spartacus Educational - This site is perfect for school children & teachers and it's ideal for anyone with more than a passing interest in the past to brush up on their historical knowledge. The Proceedings of the Old Bailey, London 1674 to 1834 - Pay the Old Bailey a visit from a safe distance. The Smithsonian - Founded in 1836 from the legacy of Englishman James Smithson, the Smithsonian Institution's history is almost as interesting as that the items it curates. The huge educational, research and museum complex has collections comprising more that 137 million items. Yesterday Land - Travel back in time with Yesterday Land. Antiques - This is a trading site specializing in traditional art and antiques. Best Garden Links - Check these links to find the wide variety of links in gardening world. Cosmic Dust - For all budding astronomers out there, Cosmic Dust is a great place to start making the most of their hobby, with contemporary news from other out-of-this-world sites, such as NASA. Homecrafts Direct - Great products and an easy-to-use website. PhotoCourse - A great website to help you with digital photography. Radio Society of Great Britain - A very useful site for any amateur radio enthusiast like I was.
Toys & Hobbies - A fun range of pro The Magic of Painting - If you fancy putting paintbrush to paper, take a look at the Magic of Painting website and its free (yes, free!) online painting lessons. Trimcraft - Creative types will find a host of inspiration and information at this online craft community. Combining social-networking features with practical advice, the site lets you connect with other crafters to share your projects and view other people’s. Videos provide step-by-step demonstrations of various crafting techniques, while the forums are a hive of friendly chat and handy tips. Trimcraft sports a cheerful, purple design that offers easy access to craft products from such big-name brands as Laura Ashley and Dovecraft, as well as a high-street stockist finder. UK Birdwatching Links - This site has everything you'll need to help turn you into a top twitcher. In addition, you can find the latest news on where to find rare and unusual birds in the UK, plus relevant weather reports and info on recommended places to stay. The best bit has to be a huge range of great links to bird-related sites. The Book Trust - An inspirational and useful site for all book lovers. The Crafty PC - A great way to get starting creative with your PC. The Guinness Collectors Club - Collectors and drinkers alike will find plenty to quench their thirst for Guinness information here. WALKING
OTC - Online Travel Company Holiday Autos claims to be the largest leisure car-hire company in the world. You can find a route planner at the top of every page and an option to drop your vehicle off in a different place to where you pick it up. Finding the right a car is quick and easy; you can conduct a basic search directly from the homepage and then refine the results by such criteria as air conditioning, GPS and class. Holiday cottages - Click4holidayhomes.com offers the best selection of holiday cottages to rent direct from the owners. Holiday Extras - Booking a holiday online is simple enough, but other aspects of your trip can prove more difficult to arrange. This site helps take the stress and expense out of arranging travel extras by letting you sort everything out beforehand in one place. For example, you can bag a parking space for a bargain price, organise overseas car hire, and reserve a room at an airport hotel. The site’s friendly, airy design makes booking your add-ons quick and easy, while all confirmations come with detailed directions and instructions. and you can also read and post feedback on hotels and car parks. HolidayHomeRental has over 12,000 properties located throughout the United Kingdom. This site uses the most up-to-date and user-friendly software to provide a commission free and stress free alternative for property owners who wish to rent out their homes themselves. MyHoliday.com - This new holiday home rental site provides details of 40,000 cottages, villas, apartments and houseboats in 21 countries. Once you’ve found a suitable property, you can book online or add it to a list of favourites. The site design is attractively airy, while the quality of information is very impressive, with large photos of each property and details of the rental rates throughout the year and any extra costs. Property owners can also benefit by listing their holiday homes for free. OTravel Holidays - The UK's No1 All inclusive holiday specialist for the Caribbean. OTravel has all inclusive holidays to the Caribbean at low prices. Book your all inclusive holiday and save £££££'s Package holidays - Are you paying too much? This web site is dedicated to finding you low cost package holidays from the UK. Asserta Home - It comes with all-important database of properties, updated every day, and is clearly and simply laid out. Charcol Online - Charcol is UK's leading independent mortgage broker and you can search for the best deals on its website. Find a Property - Usually gives the street name, which is useful, but little additional information and no internal photos. Extra services are: local information, local maps, links to council websites and sites of local interests, news articles on property trends and prices. Half a percent - is selling homes only through its website. It uses real-life estate agents to value properties and carry out viewings. The advantage is that charges are capped at 0.5% (including VAT). Home Check - The ultimate FREE guide to flooding, subsidence, pollution, landfill sites, schools and crime rates in your neighbourhood. House Web - Your complete resource for buying, selling or moving house. Nestoria is independent property search engine that lets you find houses and flats for sale in a specific area. They are a small group of London-based entrepreneurs with strong backgrounds in European internet search. NetMovers - How would you like to have somebody turn up unannounced on your door-step on a Sunday evening? At NetMovers your safety and security is paramount. Unlike other property sites they will never display sellers' personal details alongside the property listing. Property Live - is the official website of the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA). Right Move - Information is not extensive but provides enough to determine whether it's worth getting full details. Extra services include explanations of legal, building and estate agent terms, guide to buying and selling, hints and tips, detailed section on conveyancing and surveying. Up My Street - doesn't list any properties, but it collects vital local information, from crime rates to school league tables, and publishes them online. Winkworths - another London based estate agent. You can locate property on a map and than 'walk through' 3D photos of the interior. Zoopla is the UK’s most comprehensive property website, focused on empowering consumers with the resources they need to make better-informed property decisions. They help their users make sense of the residential property market by combining property listings with market value data, local information and community tools. HOME ABROAD Property Abroad - Search engine for buying or renting a properties in 100+ countries. This is family run business driven by their own enthusiasm of the overseas property market. B&Q Knowledge Centre - Whether it’s an emergency repair, like a burst pipe, or a decorating job that you’ve decided to tackle, you’ll find a step-by-step guide at B&Q’s Knowledge Centre. Projects include lists of tools and materials, so you can make sure you’re properly equipped before you get started and click through to buy the relevant items from the online store. There are design ideas here, too. BBC DIY SOS - This is the official site for the BBC show DIY SOS. This well-designed site captures the show's appeal effectively, but there's no spark of originality that you'd expect from the BBC. You can have your DIY problems answered by their experts Bob The Builder and Brigid The Designer, struggle through a quiz, read online fact sheets from previous programmes and snigger with disbelief in the Chat archives as Bob And Brigid talk about what it's like to be famous. Big Offers - Bargain hunters will love this online store, which is packed with great deals across categories such as Computing, Sports & Leisure and Home, Garden & DIY. Each product is accompanied by details of how much you save on the recommended retail price – for example, 73 per cent off a Belkin wireless router – while a calculator tots up your savings as you shop. There are extra sections such as Pound Shop, where everything costs less than a quid, and Honesty Box, which lets you pay what you want for specific items. Some of the products are a bit obscure but the prices are beyond compare. Conran - website gives just a glimpse of the Conran Shop's ranges, but there is online ordering from Conran Collection. DIY Fix It is the free DIY home improvement guide with answers to your questions on a wide range of DIY projects. It is delightfully designed and offers clear, concise advice. Whether you want step-by-step information on painting and decorating, tilling or wallpapering, or want to know how to carry emergency plumbing repairs, or resolve problems with your central heating, visit this website for all those answers. DIY Network - Get advice on line. In addition, there is Project Index that provides a steady stream of work to challenge even the keenest home improvement fanatic. Do It Yourself Network talks you through dozens of animated tutorials, showing you how to do everything from replacing a toilet to knocking down walls. With a broadband line, you'll sail through the fast loading tutorials. eHow already hosts more than 12,000 how-to articles, including 1,300 instructional videos. Sections include Home & Garden, Health & Beauty, Money & Finance, Sports, Hobbies, and Travel. The only problem is that it's very US-centric. For example, the Travel section only features four destinations outside the States. Still, it is interesting to surf around and if you think you have the skills, you can apply to add advice to the site. Family Pool Fun offers above ground swimming pools, do it yourself pool kits, swimming pool toys and pool accessories with fast shipping and great customer support. Bare in mind, this is US website. Habitat - is site with more laid-back approach. You can search by activity (working, lounging, sleeping) and it brings up appropriate pieces with prices/dimensions. Home Improvement Advice can help you turn your home into a nicer place to live and increase its value in the long term. So whether you are building a conservatory, converting your loft, making the place more energy efficient, or just giving it a lick of paint, this site is here to guide you through the process with useful information and key things to remember. House to Home - If you’d like some expert advice on redecorating your house, then open the virtual door of House to Home. This home-interests portal serves as a one-stop shop for DIY and interior-design enthusiasts, presenting a wealth of useful information in a sophisticated layout. With inspiring ideas for each room in your house and detailed buyers’ guides and product finders, the site saves you a great deal of time, money and hassle. Especially helpful are the interactive planners for room, garden and colour, a project calculator to stop you going over budget, and practical tips on topics like hanging wallpaper. HowOpia - If you've ever wondered how to tune a guitar, look after a pet snake or bleed a radiator, wonder no more. Howopia provides clearly-explained guides to a wide range of lifestyle topics, written by expert and amateur contributors. The site is similar to the popular US site eHow, but the advice here is UK-specific in terms of language, measurements and references. You can rate and comment on each article, share it on Facebook and Twitter, and follow links to relevant external resources. Best of all, Howopia lets you contribute your own how-to guides and earn advertising revenue. There are only a few hundred articles at present but this helpful community has big potential. Interior Design Directory - is website that you can find a huge list with addresses and contact details for hundreds of suppliers. MyDeco - This smart, new interior design website from the founders of LastMinute.com invites you to 'wipe your feet and come on in'. It aims to help with all aspects of home decoration and improvement, from deciding on a layout and colour scheme to choosing right materials. Period Property - This is a website for 'people with a passion for Period Property' with plenty of good advice. Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) - is website to help you if you don't know where to start. SofaBeds are hundreds of pounds cheaper than the high street. Taylor Llorente Furniture - From 90's Taylor Llorente has been supplying interior designers, architects and discerning private clients with their unique collection of stylised and design furniture. The Holding Company - is website with wardrobes, storage ideas and all the accessories you need to organize your life. The Self Builder is the ultimate resource for anyone undertaking a self-build, renovation, conversion, extension, remodelling or home improvement project. This free, extensive, and constantly updated resource is packed full of useful information, contacts and products to guide you through your project from planning through to completion. Ultimate Handyman - The Aim of this site is to give free help and advice on all aspects of DIY and home improvement. There are over 400 pages on this site which covers many DIY tasks, if you cannot find the information that you require please leave a post in the Forum as one of the many Forum members may be able to help. VideoJug - How-to site Videojug, has been redesigned to makes its collection of more than 60,000 instructional videos even easier to browse. Clips are now organised into 10 colour-coded channels – including and Food & Drink, Lifestyle & Home and Technology & Cars – each of which contains a wide range of sub-categories. White Goods Help - Andy(ART)Trigg spent 30 years in the white goods trade. He is giving away FREE help and advice. In return he gambles that relevant adverts will be used by his readers. It's the same principle as FREE newspapers. He's also writing in a non-technical and hopefully entertaining way about white goods in the UK including product reviews. He strives to be balanced and fair at all times and he believes in being fair and honest even if it means apparently losing out in some way. The challenge of proving to any (understandable) sceptics that his advice remains unbiased, honest and sincere is motivating. Wickes stores are designed to appeal to serious DIY customers, who carry out more complex projects, and tradesmen, who undertake general repairs, maintenance and improvement projects for households. Argos - is a high-street giant with online ordering. Dixons - is a high-street giant with online ordering. If you add delivery, Dixons works out more expensive than high street shopping although they have regular Net-only offers. Expansis is a place for gadget-freak individuals. Ogormans - buy famous toasters Dualit on this website (£100 for a two-slice to £250 for a four-slice sandwich). Aviva offers instant cover through their website. Direct Line offers instant cover through their website. Egg has an Internet mortgage which is cheaper than their standard loan. Halifax has helpful advice. John Charcol - is a broker and has service that searches out the best mortgages in seconds, then tells you if you qualify. Nationwide - You can request a mortgage offer by email at Nationwide. HOME - IF YOU ARE STILL NOT SATISFIED ... BTC by Design - Shopping for something beautiful and different for your home – which is affordable – is as easy as a phone call or a computer click. BTC Buyers have searched the globe for the practical, luxurious, and even sometimes quirky, interior design to choose and buy at prices that will make you want to order more. So, check this website that offers the unusual and often bespoke products, normally found in specialist design boutiques. OKA - Anyone seeking stylish home furniture and accessories should head to this website. The Online House Detective - A useful starting point for any historical property investigation. uSwitch - A simple way to save yourself a stack of cash in the long term on utilities, communications, insurance,... |