We’ve been having a little bit of a rearrange in our kitchen this week. We added some extra storage – in the shape of repurposed apple crates – behind our Esse range cooker. It meant that we now have some more shelf space for foodstuffs.
Something I’ve wanted to do for a while is get all our herbs and spices into uniform containers. At the moment we have a hodge-podge of ones from different brands and supermarkets – and it looks untidy, in my opinion. Thanks to the reorganisation, we now have the perfect display space for a row of matching glass spice jars.
The basic Nutley’s jars will do the job aptly; they’re hexagonal so can be positioned snugly against each other as well as stacked upon each other. You get so many of them that we can get all our dozens of different herbs, spices, salts and peppers refilled. I can label each one using my nifty Dymo.
The bamboo lidded variety are very beautiful to look at and they’re available in two different sizes – so more bulky things like cinnamon sticks will fit the larger one nicely. They come with pre-printed sticky labels – but what about the less well-known spice mixes that we use such as panch phoron, za’atar and ras el hanout? Well, not to worry, you can specify the words that you want printed… as well as having the choice of three different fonts.
The Kilner jars are my favourite of the three here. I already have a range of glass Kilner jars that I use to store dry goods, make jams & preserves and to soak sloe berries in gin – so they’d be in good company. They have a nifty screw lid with different sized perforations – very practical – which means that, in many cases, you don’t even need to remove the lid to use the contents. Again, I could make my own little labels for each – there’s a little designated space on the jar under the Kilner name for just this purpose. If I could find these for sale in bulk – at a discounted price – they’d would be lining my shelves pronto!
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Kilner 250ml storage jar with shaker lid £4.00
Spice jars bamboo lid 200ml / 300ml from £30.00 for six
Nutley’s 190ml hexagonal glass jam jars, gold lids (pack of 36) £32.50
Kilner 250ml storage jar with shaker lid £4.00
Spice jars bamboo lid 200ml / 300ml from £30.00 for six
Nutley’s 190ml hexagonal glass jam jars, gold lids (pack of 36) £32.50
Kilner 250ml storage jar with shaker lid £4.00
Spice jars bamboo lid 200ml / 300ml from £30.00 for six
Nutley’s 190ml hexagonal glass jam jars, gold lids (pack of 36) £32.50
Kilner 250ml storage jar with shaker lid £4.00
Spice jars bamboo lid 200ml / 300ml from £30.00 for six
Nutley’s 190ml hexagonal glass jam jars, gold lids (pack of 36) £32.50
Kilner 250ml storage jar with shaker lid £4.00
Spice jars bamboo lid 200ml / 300ml from £30.00 for six
Nutley’s 190ml hexagonal glass jam jars, gold lids (pack of 36) £32.50
Since moving into our cottage almost 3 years ago, we already bought a new garden shed to store all the DIY tools, paint and other materials that we use for the renovation and decoration. But I’ve said before, give us a space, and we’ll fill it. That’s what’s happened with that outdoor storage.
We’ve long felt that we need a separate space to store our gardening gear; the tools, the seed trays, the compost and the plant food. One of these small sentry sheds is the answer!
Sheds don’t come cheap, the cheapest one is £150. However, at that price you get a sentry shed that’s too small to store a broom or a leaf rake; it’s only 63cm at its widest point.
The mid-range model is 93cm wide – so it can fit broom, rake, fork and shovel with ease. And, like the cheap version, it has a trio of corner shelves to put small things we’d need readily to hand such as secateurs, plant labels and ball of garden string.
The top-end example is really lovely – and I like the choice of shingle or corrugated tin roof and the proper door handle. However, if I’m spending that much money on outdoor storage, I’d rather invest in a greenhouse. But – more on that subject next week!
Made from highly durable Chinese fir wood obtained from managed sources offers weather resistance. It has a heavy grade mineral roofing felt and a wooden drop latch, so you can rest assured that your garden tools and equipment will be kept secure from rain, wind, and snow. Self-assembly required. Supplied flat packed. Colour: Natural. Dimensions: Internal: H125 x W63 x D43cm, Large Door: H123 x W51cm, Small Door: H25 x W35cm.
The Sentry Store comes complete with your choice of an extremely realistic faux lead GRP roof, traditional WRC shingles or a corrugated tin roof. A part glazed front door is also available as an option. There is a locking system for added security as standard. The Thermowood* can be left natural or a painted option is available using one of our 8 paint colours
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Are you planning to rent business warehouse space? As organisations expand, many of them need a larger space to store their products and inventory.
Warehouses provide the necessary space and conditions for storing various types of products. Nevertheless, there are multiple factors to take into account when choosing such a unit, including square footage, property features, accessibility, lease type and length of tenancy etc.
The initial point of consideration when renting a business warehouse is square footage. Business owners should calculate the amount of room they need for their products and whether it’s feasible to stack them. Additionally, if there is no forklift access, you should reconsider the space you’ll need to stock all products at ground level.
Moreover, it’s important to determine if the current square footage amount will be enough after several months or a year. Make sure to ask the landlord whether you’ll be able to rent more space on short notice. Also, it’s important to determine the way in which the landlord calculates the square footage, as you should only pay for the space you use. It’s important for the walls not to be considered as part of the price per square foot.
Check the property features
Another important factor to take into account is property features. It’s essential for the landlord to provide parking spaces in order for employees to have where to park when they arrive at the location. Some lessees require a storefront with more visibility, such as having glass doors and windows, whereas others need the traditional one.
Air conditioning is of vital importance for warehouses, as some products require such a system to keep the products in optimal condition. If your stock is likely to be affected by cold, heat or humidity, there should be a HVAC system. Not many landlords offer climate-controlled storage units, meaning you should discuss the installation of the system with the agent. Find out more about the way in which HVAC systems work.
Furthermore, warehouses usually come with overhead doors, which is convenient for lessees planning to use machinery and trucks to go inside and out of the unit. Therefore, make sure to get informed on the height and width clearance of the unit. If your business involves constant loading and unloading of materials, you would need a loading dock.
Additionally, it’s paramount to check whether the warehouse has energy-efficient lighting, as it can reduce your costs significantly. Each unit should be equipped with a fire-prevention system, such as alarms and sprinklers. These systems are essential for preventing fire damage to your stock.
Consider the lease type and length
The lease type should be tailored to fit your business, which is why business owners need to go through a process of negotiation. There are two types of commercial leases, gross and net leases. For instance, gross leases require tenants to pay a higher monthly rent, including taxes, maintenance, insurance, utilities and other costs.
In the case of gross leases, lessees are required to make a single payment, while the landlord will be in charge of dealing with the building. Nevertheless, you should ask which types of maintenance and janitorial services are provided, as well as check whether you will be responsible for paying for utility consumption over a given limit. Follow this URL https://www.investopedia.com/terms/g/gross-lease.asp#:~:text=A%20gross%20lease%20is%20a,office%20buildings%20and%20retail%20spaces., to learn more about the types of gross lease.
Conversely, net leases require tenants to pay a base rent on a monthly basis and a pro-rata share of the other costs related to the building, depending on the amount of space they occupy. Nevertheless, you should also pay for your own utilities and janitorial services. In theory, net leases are less expensive due to the savings in operating expenses. The monthly rate, however, is prone to fluctuating and more difficult to budget.
Potential tenants should also keep the lease length in mind by making forecasts. For example, if you need the space just for a couple of months, there is no need for a long-term commitment. Anyhow, if you plan to use the warehouse space for years, you can negotiate a longer term of five to ten years and take the price down. Business owners who aren’t looking for commitment should find a landlord that offers month-to-month renting.
After deciding on a lease, you should request the landlord to provide you with a copy of the document. Make sure to examine it closely by looking at all expenses and hidden fee provisions. Tenants are advised to review the document with a commercial real estate attorney prior to signing anything.
Final word
Make sure the space is designed for maximum efficiency and has 24/7 security. Don’t make unnecessary commitments!
I don’t know what it is at the moment, I’m just obsessed by pantries! This practical pantry illustrates wonderfully that you don’t need to splash too much cash to have one that looks great and does the job.
It doesn’t need to be housed in an entire room, just an alcove like this one can be enough space. Erect a few sturdy, custom length shelves and sets of hooks to store and display your cooking and laundry wares.
Sets of airtight glass jars in different sizes can be Dymo labelled with all the ingredients you use. It’s so much prettier and more orderly than lots of mismatched bags of pastas, cereals, flours and sugars.
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