Asthma Society ‘nose’ how to garden safely

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

Up to 400,000 people with asthma also suffer from hay fever (allergic rhinitis), which is triggered by pollen, dust and spores. Allergies often deter people from enjoying their garden and that was the theme of the Asthma Society of Ireland’s ‘Treat not Trigger - the Asthma & Allergy Friendly Garden’ on show at the Bloom festival last week. The imaginative garden was designed by horticulturist, Fiann O’Nuallain, to highlight how better air quality and managing environmental triggers contribute to improved asthma control and a better quality of life in general for people with asthma and allergies.

Excellence in nutrition education in the heart of Galway

Thu, Jun 16, 2011

Everywhere you look these days you can see an increasing awareness of the link between good nutrition and wellness, and the evidence is mounting that disease can often be prevented, stabilised, or even reversed by changing how we eat.

Is your allotment the best in Ireland?

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

The RDS has announced the launch of the 2011 RDS Allotment Awards. Now in their second year, these awards have a total prize fund of €3,000 and strengthen the society’s commitment to promoting biodiversity in Ireland. Demand for allotments has never been higher, and the desire to grow fresh food at an affordable price is now stronger than ever.

Tea at the Rectory and tunes at the church

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

“You are all invited,” says the Rector of St Nicholas’, Archdeacon Gary Hastings. He has again issued an invitation to all in Galway to afternoon tea at the Rectory, Taylor’s Hill, on Saturday June 11, starting at 2pm, when the annual garden fete takes place in aid of St Nicholas’, and to attend tunes in the church on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8pm during the summer.

Tea at the Rectory and tunes at the church

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

“You are all invited,” says the Rector of St Nicholas’, Archdeacon Gary Hastings. He has again issued an invitation to all in Galway to afternoon tea at the Rectory, Taylor’s Hill, on Saturday June 11, starting at 2pm, when the annual garden fete takes place in aid of St Nicholas’, and to attend tunes in the church on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8pm during the summer.

Value, choice, and service at Spellman Tiles & Bathrooms

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Spellman Tiles & Bathrooms in Oranmore is inviting people to visit its showrooms where customers can view its wide range of tiles and timber floors. The ground floor of the premises houses a great selection of bathroom wall and floor tiles, plus kitchen wall and floor tiles on display. There is a variety of colours and designs to choose from, and staff can offer friendly expert advice to help you choose the right tiles for your home.

Grow your own in any space with B&Q

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

Growing your own food is possible, however large or small your outdoor space. Use a window box, planters, or hanging basket, or why not try a vertical polantor, inspired by the B&Q Gold award winning vertical garden at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show. The planter can be hung on walls or fences, has 12 planting holes plus planting space at the top for extra flowers, vegetables, or herbs. It really is that easy.

Go glamping with B&Q

Thu, May 26, 2011

Whatever festival you are planning to camp at this year, make sure you add a little boutique flavour to your pitch. You don’t have to be a celebrity to achieve the boutique look. With a varied range of outdoor and camping accessories B&Q can help you achieve it, whatever your budget.

How OLMI Design can help to design and organise your children’s room

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

Do you think that your children need some space for their things? OLMI Design can help you with all these issues by helping to design a room perfect for your kids.

Homeowners improving rather than moving

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

Continuing uncertainty over property prices has resulted in many home owners opting to upgrade and improve their existing homes rather than move and incur the cost of selling. One local company that has benefited significantly from this trend is Tobermore Concrete. Tobermore’s Paving and Walling Centre in Galway is an example of how innovation and a high level of customer service can lead to very strong sales.

Business as usual for Craughwell Furniture

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

The project represents the latest in furniture showroom design, and promises to be a haven of inspiration and style.

JW Tools

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

JW Tools have been in the garden machinery business in Galway for over 25 years. Located in the Oranmore Business Park, the showroom stocks a range of quality garden machinery. Whether you need a lawnmower to keep your lawn trim or a hedge trimmer to keep your hedges neat, the staff at JW Tools can offer expert advice to help you pick the machine to suit your garden and your budget. The range of garden machinery also includes leaf blowers, chainsaws, lawn spreaders, strimmers, and powerwashers.

JW Tools offer an excellent after-sales service, keeping your garden machinery going all year round and for years to come. The on-site workshop repairs and services all garden machinery and stocks spare parts for all the major brands including Craftsman, Rally, John Deere, Alpina and Castelgarden. A collection and delivery service is also available for repairs to ride-on mowers.

Modern Homes & Building Exhibition returns to Galway next month

Thu, Mar 24, 2011

Galway Modern Homes & Building Exhibition will return next month to provide ideas, advice and inspiration for those building, extending, or improving their homes. The show will take place in Leisureland on Friday April 1 from 6pm to 10pm, and on Saturday April 2 and Sunday April from 12 noon to 6pm.

For those applying for planning permission or looking for the products, services, and advice to complete their home, the trade professionals will be on hand at the show to guide them through their needs. There will be a multitude of professionals from the building, construction, and related sectors, all under one roof at the exhibition. When planning a new home or looking to make practical changes to your existing home, information is power and insight is a necessity. The Galway Modern Homes & Building Exhibition can offer you the opportunity to discover a wealth of expert advice and guidance, giving a strong foothold to any building endeavour.

Marvin Architectural to host design open day this weekend

Thu, Mar 24, 2011

Windows and doors specialist Marvin Architectural will host experts in areas such as interior design and architecture at its design open day, taking place at its showrooms in Liosban Retail Park this Saturday.

More than somewhere to park the car

Thu, Mar 24, 2011

With so much focus on outdoor living, the days when driveways were simply a place to park the car are now well gone. The design and style of driveways mean they can now transform your property, making a real statement and creating that much sought after wow factor. Investing in the great outdoors is now so important as people are improving their existing homes rather than moving.

Now is the time to invest in the perfect outside space

Wed, Mar 16, 2011

If you have decided to invest in transforming the outside of your home, now is the best time of the year to get started.

Galway-made natural weedkiller offers organic solution to weeds

Wed, Mar 16, 2011

Irish Organic Weed Killer was developed in 2009 by Galway businessman Oisin Concannon. Conscious of the dangers of chemicals to children and pets, he was looking for a non-toxic weedkiller in his local hardware stores. He discovered that no 100 per cent natural weedkiller existed in the Irish market and set about developing a natural Irish-made alternative to chemical weedkillers.

Decorate, renovate, and protect with B&C Paint Centre

Wed, Mar 16, 2011

It is that time of year again when you get the urge to cheer up your home with a dash of colour and perhaps give the kitchen units a new look. It is cheaper to paint units than to replace them, and easier than you think.

Get the job done with Queen of Clean

Thu, Mar 10, 2011

Imagine a cleaning company employing teams of highly trained cleaning staff to deliver a top quality cleaning service for your home.

Let Barons help you spring clean, renovate or move house

Thu, Mar 10, 2011

Are you doing your annual spring clean, planning on renovating or about to move house? If so then call Barons Self Storage and see how easy we can make everything for you.

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