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Honeywell Environmental Controls: Make the most of your new boiler by upgrading the controls at the same time

(24/02/2010)

The Boiler Scrappage Scheme is open to anyone who replaces an inefficient band G boiler. It is a great opportunity for householders and installers to make a real difference to their energy consumption, energy cost and carbon emissions. From Government figures, heating and hot water account for 85% of domestic energy consumption. Replacing the oldest boilers will help stimulate interest in heating systems and their importance in the fight against climate change. Honeywell points out that 8... [more]

Hudson Reed: Hudson Reed's Soothe chromotherapy shower kit will light up your life

(04/02/2010)

Soothe by Hudson Reed is the first stand alone shower kit to feature Chromotherapy showers. The LED lighting system contained inside the showerhead is powered by the water flow, so no external electrical connections are needed. Controls on the vertical riser allow the lighting to be changed from white to blue to red, or even to a soothing combination of favourite colours in the overhead shower. In addition, the diverter on the shower column changes the flow from the overhead system to the un... [more]

Hotpoint: Hotpoint Openspace Oven offers double oven versatility in a a single oven space

(22/01/2010)

Hotpoint's Openspace Oven offers double oven versatility in a a single oven space. With 20% more space than a standard single oven, the revolutionary design gives you a huge 70 litres capacity, with the ability to cook on 4 levels at once. You can convert this extra large space into a double oven by simply inserting the insulating divider to create two separate cooking zones; both with independent time and temperature controls. Just add the divider and you have a double oven. The divider a... [more]

Hackney Homes: Hackney Homes provide FireAngel carbon monoxide alarms to all their tenants

(18/01/2010)

The number of deaths from carbon monoxide poisoning in the UK is continuing at an alarmingly high rate. Everyone is at risk; however CO is most hazardous for groups including the elderly, unborn babies in pregnant mums and children. Prevention is the key to tackling the problem. Proper installation and regular servicing of all gas or oil appliances should dramatically reduce the risk of CO build-up in your home, but even well serviced equipment can go wrong, and flues can become blocked betwe... [more]

Honeywell: Sundial RF2 wireless-enabled heating controls packs make existing systems energy efficient and more comfortable

(15/01/2010)

Honeywell's Sundial RF2 packs are especially suitable for the 8.5 million UK homes which have no room thermostat. Sundial RF2 wireless enabled heating controls packs make existing systems energy efficient and more comfortable. Wireless enabled time controllers and wireless thermostats in Sundial RF2 packs work together automatically, straight out of the box, so are quick and simple to install. Three types of Sundial RF2 packs are available to match a heating system’s exact needs. Each pack ... [more]

Heat Project: Homeowners need to be prepared for colder times

(12/01/2010)

Many homes were subjected to a frosty prelude before Christmas but now the full force of a cold British winter can be felt in the New Year. The big freeze of 2010 is upon us, and as the whole of the UK currently endures snowy blizzards, icy roads and freezing temperatures, the Heat Project is advising all vulnerable householders to make home energy efficiency a top priority. The grant assisted insulation scheme provider is advising residents to make sure they stay warm and healthy and avoid a... [more]