Welcome to Saving Stuff
Helping you save money, time, space and even the planet, SavingStuff.co.uk has all the ideas, tips and advice you need to help you get more out of life. Living in a modern world can be at times stressful and hectic and let's face it, we can all do with a bit more money, time and space. Okay, you might have some or all of this already, so perhaps you feel like giving something back and living a greener life?
Whatever you're at, there's always an opportunity to "Save Stuff" so be sure to visit regularly for some great tips on saving money, time, space and the planet!
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Looking for a job: Time saving tips
Looking for a job has got to be the most daunting and time consuming task there is. There are so many job websites and recruitment agencies that it can be quite overwhelming. From my experiences I found a few ideas that helped save me some time.
Making space on your bookshelf
Books take up lots of space either on bookshelves or stored in cardboard boxes. How many times have you moved house and taken these books with you? There is a perfect solution that will save you valuable space and money at the same time.
Eggs past use by date, cook it or throw it?
Use by dates and best before dates on food products are just guidelines as supermarkets and food producers have to cover their own backs. Before throwing food out, do some research as it might still be fit for consumption.
Save the earth by growing your own food
Everyone should be doing their bit to help reduce the effects of global warming. A cost effective way is by growing your own fruit and vegetables which will help contribute towards saving the environment.
Simple ways to make toiletries go further
There are so many ways you can make your toiletries go further that I couldn't possibly list them all. So I'm just going to give you a few of my favourite ideas that I've tried and tested that really work.
How to use less electricity when washing
Doing the laundry is quite an energy intensive task. However, by using energy efficient appliances and reducing the amount of electricity you consume you can be more environmentally friendly.
Ways to increase computer hard drive space
If you’ve ever come across that Windows XP “Hard Disk Full” message then you're probably in a good position to appreciate the sentiments of this article. With some thought and regular housekeeping you can make space and your computer will perform better.
How to save time in the morning
Do you get that sinking feeling in your stomach every morning when your alarm clock goes off on a work day? With a bit of organising the night before, you too can save time in the mornings and reduce stress.
Ways of cutting the cost of petrol
With the price of petrol rising due to volatile oil prices here are some tips to help you keep a rein on your monthly fuel budget. Remember it's not just about cheaper petrol, it's about using less, making it go further or not using the car at all.
Declutter your garage to park your car
The garage is supposed to be where people store their cars but unfortunately this is not the case most of the time. There are many ways to save space in the garage and maximise its use but first you need to have a huge sort out and get organised.
How car owners can reduce CO2 emissions
It is a known fact that transport is one of the biggest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions which causes global warming. The increase in CO2 emissions on our roads is to blame and in the UK alone this accounts for a quarter of our carbon footprint.
Foolproof tips on how to save time shopping
Grocery shopping is one of those things we all have to do and let’s face it, no one can honestly admit they enjoy it. I’ve come up with a few ideas on how to reduce your shopping time so that you can be in and out as quickly as possible.
Free winter heating for your home
Even in the middle of winter, you still get quite a few days where the sun shines. Remember those cold frosty mornings bathed in brilliant sunlight where everything seems so fresh and crisp. Well there's warmth there too believe it or not.
Saving space on your kitchen work surfaces
It is actually quite challenging to save space in the kitchen because generally everything in that room needs to be there. However, with a bit of regular maintenance and some planning you can save some space and make the area more pleasant.
The dynamic chicken - cheap chicken recipes
Quality food need not cost an arm and a leg and the humble (yet dynamic) chicken is a low cost and yet also healthy option. There’s so much you can do with a chicken. A quick Google search on chicken recipes will turn up endless possibilities.
Tips to save time on ironing
We all hate doing the ironing, don’t we? How many hours a year do you waste doing that dreadful task? Well, if you follow my tips you’ll never have to do the ironing again!
How to Save £££££'s on Your Car Insurance
Do you feel like you're being ripped off by high insurance premiums? You can save yourself a lot of money by shopping around or just being sensible, it doesn't have to be complicated. Read on to find out more.
Top Tips On Saving Water In Your Home
Help the environment by saving water. Here are some very useful tips to help you save water around the home and garden. When there's a water shortage or a hosepipe ban you'll be glad you saved water
Saving space in the bathroom
The bathroom is usually the smallest room in the house so things can get a little crowded in there. Here are some handy tips and ideas for bathroom furniture which may help you save some of that precious space.
Saving time on household paperwork
Household paperwork getting you down? Save some time with bills, your inbox and general filing with these handy tips. It's so easy to reduce the amount of paperwork and it's good to get on top of things and deal with mail when it arrives
Save money on haircuts
How would you like to save a bit of extra cash every month by not going to the barbers? Yes you can by cutting your own hair!
