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Festive feasts have taken place throughout history but how much have Christmas dinner traditions changed over the years? The meal most associated with the festive period today is a Christmas turkey dinner with all the trimmings. According to a survey of more than 1,700 Brits, 54% of us dined on turkey on Christmas Day 2022, making it the UK’s top choice. © ristinagrul / Shutterstock.c...

Eating contaminated food can have serious health consequences, with around 10% of people falling ill after ingesting meals containing harmful viruses, bacteria or parasites. Globally, an estimated 600 million people suffer health problems caused by contaminated food each year, with 420,000 dying as a result. When buying food storage containers, it’s important to ensure they’re made specif...

The 4 litre IP67 rated waterproof protective case offers optimum protection: tough, rugged and reliable, it is ideal for safely storing and transporting expensive equipment, including sensitive hi-tech instruments.   Waterproof and dustproof With an IP67 rating, the waterproof case complies with recognised standards to ensure it is waterproof and dustproof. Totally protected against du...

The trend of upcycling furniture is rising to new heights, as people are starting to take the “reuse and recycle for the planet” message seriously. The increase in upscaling furniture has become popular not only because consumers are feeling the pinch of the economic crisis, but also because they understand the need to help the environment. © Kristen Prahl/ Shutterstock.com The pra...

Are you wondering what the most popular toys for Christmas will be this year? Despite the economic crisis, research reveals families will be pulling out all the stops to make sure the kids enjoy a visit from Santa. While the average spend is forecast to be slightly lower than last year, there will still be plenty of Christmas toys clustered around the tree on the big day! Total spending in t...

A shed is a very important addition to your garden - especially during the winter months. It’s invaluable for storing items such as garden tools and summer furniture to stop them from being damaged by the weather. The garden in winter is an inhospitable place for equipment, especially petrol and electric tools, which could be destroyed by rain and ice. When you have shed storage at your disp...

Our heavy-duty coloured attached lid containers are the ideal choice when you require easy storage identification. Available in five different colours, they can help maintain an organised workplace. Key features Solent Plastics’ heavy-duty colour coded attached lid containers are manufactured from virgin polypropylene.  They can support a load capacity of up to 35kg per container and ...

Solent Plastics’ versatile 25-52 litre clear storage boxes on wheels provide the ideal solution for storing blankets, towels, shoes, bags, games and much more. The two smaller options are purpose designed as underbed storage on wheels. Manufactured from durable, clear, BPA-free polypropylene, they come with several useful features.  Key features Our clear plastic storage box has tw...

Keeping the kids entertained during half term can be a challenge - especially if the weather is bad. With this in mind, autumn is a great time of year to use nature to craft some new creative projects. Just wrap up warm, get your wellies on and take the children out on a foraging walk. Look for leaves, pinecones, twigs and any other natural treasures that will be useful for autumn craft idea...

Ideal for electricians, plumbers and other tradespeople who require a reliable toolbox;  Solent Plastics’ Product of the Month is our 14-inch water-resistant electrics meter and accessory case.   Key features This padlockable yellow dry box has a reliable O-ring seal - one of the most widely used, as it ensures the box remains water-resistant and dustproof. Weighing just 1.5kg, ...