Looking at simple changes first 18/410 Lotion Pumps, your heating controls. If you have a timed system, could you alter the timer, so that the heating comes on later, and goes off earlier? Do you change the heating timer according to the seasons, or do they remain the same all year round? Opinions vary on best practice here; some folks think that you should cut back the timer, and have the heating active for the least amount of time, and others take the view that it’s better to leave it on all the time, on the basis that it does most of its work, and uses more energy, when heating rooms up from cold. Try both ways yourself and see what works best for you.

If you have a hot water tank, think about doubling up on the insulation around it. If the insulating jacket is a loose fit, or if it’s worn, replace it and consider putting another one on top of it.

Simple draughtproofing can often yield benefits, even if this is only a slight increase in comfort for the occupants. Sealing strips on doors and windows can decay over the years, and a tour around your home armed with some fresh draughtproofing strip from the DIY store might be a well-spent hour or two.

European legislation has been enacted to forbid the sale of incandescent light bulbs, and the electrical shops and DIY stores are full of the energy-saving types these days. Whilst the savings here aren’t as significant as, say, installing double glazing or loft insulation, remember the old saying – every little helps.

Talking of loft insulation, how deep is yours? The chances are that it doesn’t come up to the recommended depths – from 220 to 270mm for the various types - cellulose, rock wool and glass wool.

Well, we’re almost done, and haven’t even considered the ‘big-ticket’ improvements - double glazing, cavity wall insulation, boiler upgrades, and the like. Maybe next time.

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A cup of tea or a coffee can do wonder for your office-staff. And you know it. The moment they feel a little down or sleepy, they can head towards the hot drinks vending machine in the office. So, there is no doubt that a vending machine is helpful in improving the overall productivity of your staff/employees. All you need to do is place the machine at a suitable place. A cup of tea or coffee can easily energize a person and even helps him/her concentrate better on his/her work. A vending machine is thus, undeniably among the easiest ways to make your employees more productive.

We all understand and accept that there is a time in the office-day when we all feel sleepy. A hot drinks vending machine can be a great trouble-shooter in such cases. Besides this, it is easier to set-up the machine in the office and needs no supervision. And the fact that there are so many online sellers of vending machines in the market makes the things all the more easier and simpler. You only need to compare the products and prices and then, buy your machine from a supplier which could offer you the best within your budget.