What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
Aug 12th 2004, 8:55 pm
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
Originally Posted by iaink
On a scale of 1 to 10, how much better is it than Duct Tape? If its really good I may have to change my whole approach to home repairs...not to mention the possibilities in my professional field
I was going to put 6 rolls of duct tape on my list, but I figure I would have discovered it in the UK eventually
Iain
I was going to put 6 rolls of duct tape on my list, but I figure I would have discovered it in the UK eventually
Iain
I have no idea how much better it is than duct tape - never used it- hockey tape however has many uses. We dont take duct tape camping and it has never been useful in crafts - hockey tape is therefore more versatile!
Aug 13th 2004, 1:02 am
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
Originally Posted by Glaswegian
We dont take duct tape camping and it has never been useful in crafts - hockey tape is therefore more versatile!
Have to confess I use duct tape for everything (except sealing ducts, which it sucks at), and I havent even begun to explore the new clear duct tape yet!
Aug 13th 2004, 1:10 am
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Clear duct tape??
I don't like the sticky residue duct tape leaves. There's two sorts of hockey tape - clear and fabric. The clear one is designed for taping pads on, so it doesn't leave a mess. It's also nearly waterproof and slightly stretchy - great for kids crafts.
Ever wondered how to secure sliding windows - the answer is a cut down hockey stick jammed between the window and frame - one of the many uses for the piles of hockey junk you collect over the years.
I don't like the sticky residue duct tape leaves. There's two sorts of hockey tape - clear and fabric. The clear one is designed for taping pads on, so it doesn't leave a mess. It's also nearly waterproof and slightly stretchy - great for kids crafts.
Ever wondered how to secure sliding windows - the answer is a cut down hockey stick jammed between the window and frame - one of the many uses for the piles of hockey junk you collect over the years.
Aug 13th 2004, 1:25 am
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
a Saab, shite milage but by god it starts in the winter 
Gloves
Hats
Insulated Boots.....'em winters....jeez...
Window Fans....
Cable TV
A gun....no just kidding....but scarey how easy they are to purchase in Maine, easier to buy than booze at the local grocery store that's for sure *l*
Gloves
Hats
Insulated Boots.....'em winters....jeez...
Window Fans....
Cable TV
A gun....no just kidding....but scarey how easy they are to purchase in Maine, easier to buy than booze at the local grocery store that's for sure *l*
Aug 13th 2004, 3:21 am
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
Originally Posted by Glaswegian
I'll start:
a snow shovel
snowpants
hats to cover each of us numerous times
enough gloves that its no big deal if the kids have lost one
snowboots
running gear
a snow shovel
snowpants
hats to cover each of us numerous times
enough gloves that its no big deal if the kids have lost one
snowboots
running gear
I think it's important to get the important things first!
I'm also buying a water treatment system which is costing between $5,000 and $13,000. If anyone have any advice on treatment systems please drop me a line, I want to make sure we're buying the right one.
Aug 13th 2004, 3:30 am
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
1) A leaf blower
2) Maple Syrup
3) A car with automatic transmission and air conditioning
4) A snow blower
5) Earmuffs/ tuque
6) Sunscreen
7) Home air conditioning
2) Maple Syrup
3) A car with automatic transmission and air conditioning
4) A snow blower
5) Earmuffs/ tuque
6) Sunscreen
7) Home air conditioning
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Aug 13th 2004, 11:31 am
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No it's not, we have those stickers on our car, most people ask what flag that is ( st georges one ).
Originally Posted by iaink
Canadian Flag AND a Union Jack, AND a St. George Cross in reserve. Bit sad really 
Aug 13th 2004, 12:51 pm
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
Originally Posted by Sean Boxer
I'm also buying a water treatment system which is costing between $5,000 and $13,000. If anyone have any advice on treatment systems please drop me a line, I want to make sure we're buying the right one.
Our system is different to yours, but we have particulate filter, charcoal filter (helps with iron), softener and UV. I Dont have to worry about the crap coming in from a lake though.
Iain
Aug 13th 2004, 3:17 pm
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
A well, septic tank and field!
Ride-on lawnmower
Snow blower
Truck (on the shopping list!)
3 acres and a triple garage - could never have afforded this in the UK!
A developed basement.
Come to think of it - a basement!
Bottles of DEET!
A "cell" phone.
Ride-on lawnmower
Snow blower
Truck (on the shopping list!)
3 acres and a triple garage - could never have afforded this in the UK!
A developed basement.
Come to think of it - a basement!
Bottles of DEET!
A "cell" phone.
Aug 13th 2004, 3:23 pm
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School supplies!
Our school just charges a fee to cover supplies so all children have the same. Why do other schools send out a list of supplies to be purchased - you would think they could get good prices by bulk buying!
Our school just charges a fee to cover supplies so all children have the same. Why do other schools send out a list of supplies to be purchased - you would think they could get good prices by bulk buying!
Aug 13th 2004, 5:04 pm
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
Originally Posted by flashman
1) A leaf blower
2) Maple Syrup
3) A car with automatic transmission and air conditioning
4) A snow blower
5) Earmuffs/ tuque
6) Sunscreen
7) Home air conditioning
2) Maple Syrup
3) A car with automatic transmission and air conditioning
4) A snow blower
5) Earmuffs/ tuque
6) Sunscreen
7) Home air conditioning
If only we could get Deet on tap, I practically bath in the stuff when I go out *l* nice and healthy I know....
Aug 13th 2004, 5:31 pm
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
A baseball bat.
Aug 13th 2004, 11:38 pm
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
Great post!
Rollerblades
Ski Jacket (to wear as a normal jacket, cos it just gets way too cold!)
MILK IN A BAG!!
Rollerblades
Ski Jacket (to wear as a normal jacket, cos it just gets way too cold!)
MILK IN A BAG!!
Aug 14th 2004, 12:53 am
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
Originally Posted by simonhouse
A baseball bat.
Aug 14th 2004, 3:26 pm
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Re: What do you now own that you would never consider buying in the UK!
Originally Posted by Glaswegian
I had one of those in the UK too, but I've got two now
