Make your home more energy efficient with airtight spray foam insulation

Thu, Feb 17, 2011

Airtight Insulation, based in Ballinasloe, installs both open and closed-cell spray foam insulation products. Spray foam insulation provides a higher U-value than any other commonly used insulating product, helps air seal your home, creates a healthier living environment, is environmentally friendly, and can help reduce new construction and existing homes’ heating bills by as much as 50 per cent.

Bee Green – professional garment care

Thu, Feb 17, 2011

Bee Green at Briarhill Shopping Centre (next door to KFC) is the first professional garment cleaner in Ireland to offer a revolutionary, safe, environmentally friendly, option for cleaning clothes. The 100 per cent non-toxic cleaning service ensures that your clothes are safely and thoroughly cleaned. Bee Green only uses detergents that are fully bio-degradable, making them good for you, your clothes, the environment, and future generations. And of course the most important point is that it is no more expensive – in fact when you take into account the broader benefits for your safety, it is a positive saving for all.

“As our service is so environmentally friendly, and as people are making conscious decisions not to use harmful chemicals, we did extensive research across Europe and America in search of a better and less harmful process than dry cleaners are currently using,” said Paul Langan of Bee Green. “During our research we accidentally happened to be watching The Early Show on CBS News in 2007. We were shocked to learn of some of the dangers associated with dry cleaning solvents such as perchloroethylene (PERC), etc, and the fact that several American states had banned its use. This made us think even harder and led us to do much research to find a safe and a more positive solution. I’m glad to say that we found it and that we can stand proudly on our Bee Green mission statement – our detergents are safe for you, safe for your clothes, and safe for the environment.”

Last chance to create a Super Garden

Thu, Feb 03, 2011

The popular gardening show Super Garden, co-sponsored by Woodie’s DIY and Growise from Bord na Móna, is returning to RTÉ this May and is seeking the last entries for amateur gardeners and garden makeover candidates for the series. All applications must be in by February 13.

Easy peasy at Red Barn

Thu, Feb 03, 2011

Summer is fast approaching, and we are getting ready to freshen up the house and the garden. New paints have arrived at Red Barn, with a selection from the Little Greene Paint Company that are washable and wipeable, ideally suited to kitchens, bathrooms, and hallways, and a quick wipe of a damp cloth can remove any dirt. It also has the bonus of being low in solvents and environmentally friendly.

Make a positive change to your life for 2011

Thu, Jan 20, 2011

We can all get discouraged when our New Year resolutions to lose weight, quit smoking, or improve our lifestyle fall by the wayside, but maybe a change of approach is the key to finally reaching that goal.

Easy ways to spruce up your home

Thu, Jan 20, 2011

You don’t have to do an entire overhaul of your home and garden to get it to feel fresh again. By making a few simple changes to your home and garden you can make it feel like new again, and even add value to your home.

Need some Therapie after the festive season?

Thu, Jan 13, 2011

Mince pies, brandy butter, chocolates, and mulled wine… Christmas is a time of excess so let’s make New Year a time of redress. This year why not make a resolution to be healthier and happier all year round and start the year as you mean to continue with a host of detox offerings from Therapie Clinic, all available at affordable prices.

Acupuncture for pain relief now available at Athenry Holistic Health

Thu, Jan 13, 2011

Athenry Holistic Health is now offering acupuncture and InterX therapy as part of a unique combination for the treatment of all kinds of musculoskeletal pain, ranging from back pain to sport injuries.

New year’s resolutions for your home

Thu, Jan 06, 2011

Here are some ideas to get 2011 off to a good start on the home front.

Your health is your wealth in 2011

Thu, Jan 06, 2011

We all treated ourselves to deserved excess during the festive period, but the dawn of a new year offers everybody the chance to make amends and plan for a better lifestyle in 2011.

Energy saving tips from B&Q

Thu, Dec 30, 2010

Why not make it your New Year’s resolution for 2011 to take steps to improve the energy efficiency of your home, a move which brings financial as well as ecological benefits.

With this in mind it makes sense to invest in energy saving products and appliances to reduce your energy consumption. With B&Q on hand to provide you with some advice and tips, 2011 could be the year you see big savings.

Massive reductions at B&Q New Year sale

Thu, Dec 30, 2010

Shoppers will see up to 60 per cent off all kitchen doors and drawer fronts, up to 60 per cent off all Cooke & Lewis bathrooms suites and shower enclosures, and up to 60 per cent off all Cooke & Lewis modular bedroom doors and drawer fronts in the B&Q New Year sale. Also until January 10 customers will receive an additional 15 per cent off if they spend €100 or more — excluding delivery charges — in one transaction in any of these departments.

La Maison Chic celebrates twenty five years of Marian’s boutique with a new design

Thu, Dec 23, 2010

Celebrating 25 years in Galway city, Marian’s is saying thank you and inviting customers to call into the newly refurbished store to collect a free gift.

Christmas survival guide

Thu, Dec 23, 2010

Family pressures at Christmas
It can be easy at Christmas to get caught up in this maelstrom of emotions and begin to expect that because it is Christmas all tensions and family disagreements should be forgotten. While Christmas is often a time of forgiveness and coming together, the pressures on families to have a wonderful time, free of stresses and full of fun, can be too much.

It can be easy at Christmas to get caught up in this maelstrom of emotions and begin to expect that because it is Christmas all tensions and family disagreements should be forgotten. While Christmas is often a time of forgiveness and coming together, the pressures on families to have a wonderful time, free of stresses and full of fun, can be too much.

How to get the best from your wines

Thu, Dec 23, 2010

Over the last few years we have seen a massive growth in the supply of wines from all over the world, some good, some not so good. We have seen changes like screw caps, initially scorned by all, now accepted in homes and restaurants all around the world. One curious fact about screw caps is that they have been accepted more readily by women, while men still hanker after the traditional corkscrew. Personally, I have only had one bad wine from a screw cap, but several from bottles with corks.

Get your water woes sorted with Grant Water

Thu, Dec 02, 2010

Water hardness, protection of household appliances, rainwater harvesting, or simply having a drink of nice tasting water, these are just some of the main concerns for Galway households and businesses, but Grant Water has the high quality and professional services which will have your water flowing in tip top shape.

Founder and managing director of Grant Water, Jamie Grant, has over the last 15 years worked in many projects in the fields of water, energy, and heating. Having trained as a marine mechanical engineer in the merchant navy, he gained invaluable experience in mechanics, hydraulics, and electrical control systems. Originally from Scotland, Mr Grant moved to Ireland 10 years ago and starting working in the rain water treatment industry before setting up Grant Water four years ago. Since then the business has gone from strength to strength, carrying out extensive work on both domestic and commercial water systems as well as building up a long list of clients, including recently U2 frontman Bono.

The finest floors and doors from Timeless Floors

Thu, Dec 02, 2010

Timeless Floors specialises in supplying and fitting wooden floors and doors. The company also provides a dust free sanding and restoration service.

Since it was established in 2003, the company has expanded substantially. It now has showrooms open in the N17 Superstore, Terryland Retail Park, Galway, and N17 Superstore, Milltown, Co Galway, where you can view the extensive range of solid, engineered, and laminate flooring, as well as a collection of pre-finished interior doors.

Budget conscious decorating

Thu, Nov 25, 2010

Do you ever flip through home design magazines and catalogues and dog-ear pages with the looks you like? Do you wish you could achieve that look in your own home without breaking the bank? If you are looking to redecorate your home without spending a fortune, here are some smart tips on how to get the look you want for less.

Winter in the garden

Thu, Nov 18, 2010

We may be in the depths of winter but there is still plenty for avid gardeners to do.

Trend: home design from Armani to Versace

Thu, Nov 11, 2010

Fashion designers have always been involved in home design and interiors, but from the multiplication of Armani hotels in Dubai to Versace residences in Miami, this trend has quickly developed in the past few years.

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