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BATHROOM DESIGN
relaxing bath
FEW THINGS IN LIFE COMPARE TO A NICE
AFTER A LONG DAY AT WORK AND THE EXPERIENCE CAN BE MADE EVEN MORE ENJOYABLE BY SIMPLY SETTING THE RIGHT SCENE.
Making your bathroom a luxury space goes far beyond scented candles and fluffy towels alone but like any room in the house, relies on carefully considered design and the injection of personality to bring it to life. Whether it’s a master bathroom, en-suite or separate shower room, every bathroom presents the opportunity to look good and with the right designer on hand, you can achieve the full potential of your space in next to no time at all. Clever storage solutions will allow for the maximum amount of space in your bathroom while mirrors and lighting can make a difference to even the smallest of rooms. Finishing touches such as coloured tiles, heated towel racks or even waterproof televisions can be added to make your bathroom feel like home, while contemporary features such as walk in showers or freestanding baths will make it stand out. Consult your local plumber for advice and assistance when it comes to remodelling your bathroom, installing taps or showers and bathtub to shower conversions for a professional and efficient service.
PROFESSIONAL, FRIENDLY ADVICE AND NO PRESSURE SALES GUARANTEED We are a large Wirral based showroom with over 15 Hot Tubs on Display. We are accreditted BISHTA members and the NorthWest number one dealers for Superior Spas, Be Well Canada Spas, Platinum Spas and Bay Ridge. We offer a completely relaxed no pressure approach to hot tub sales and are happy to spend the time discussing any questions or issues with our experienced staff on hand to help.
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WWW.THEHOTTUBPLACE.CO.UK SHOWROOM: The Hot Tub Place, 3 Kelvinside, Wallasey, Wirral CH44 7JY • Mon - Fri 9 am - 5 pm • Saturday Closed • Sunday 10 am - 4 pm
ONLY SHOP WHERE YOU SEE
Welcome to Sefton Meadows Garden Centre
We stock a wide range of products including indoor and outdoor Plants, Furniture, Gifts, BBQs, Chemicals and a wide range of Compost, Stone Ornaments, Fencing, Arbours and Pots. We have a large Pet Department with small animals and birds and a full Aquatics Department. Our Rosie’s restaurant serves a delicious range of hot and cold meals and tasty snacks throughout the day and we source as many of our ingredients as possible from local producers. So join us at Sefton Meadows Garden Centre for a relaxing day out.
A Little bit about Sefton Meadows Garden Centre... Come along and experience for yourself Sefton Meadows’s fabulous shopping experience and while you’re here take a seat in Rosie’s restaurant serving everything from tasty snacks to full meals everyday until just before closing. We have a huge range of Garden and Conservatory Furniture. Something new outdoors The plant area is full to the brim with shrubs, bedding plants, specimens, ornamental & fruit trees, alpines, heathers and grasses, as well as seasonal vegetables & fruit. At Sefton Meadows, we always have a vast choice of compost, containers, garden fencing and paving. If your plants require a feed we have everything you need and in the Garden Shop you’ll find an exciting range of innovative and fun gardening gifts and treats. If pests are causing you problems, deal with them in a friendly manner with products that cause no harm to the environment. The seasons are always changing and at Sefton Meadows there is always something new. You’ll find a vast range of bulbs, seasonal presentations and spectacular Summer Garden displays. Plan a visit to Sefton Meadows today.
SEFTON MEADOWS SPECIAL OFFERS Garden Furniture
We’ve got Garden Furniture Bargains coming out of our ears with special discounts on top of the range furniture and even some one offs you won’t find anywhere else!
Become a Diamond Club Member
Become a Diamond Club Member and you’ll get great savings every Wednesday with 20% off in Rosie’s Garden Restaurant and 10% off throughout the centre. Exclusively for those 60 years young or older.
You are invited to join our Viva Loyalty Card Scheme We appreciate your loyalty and your continued business and as a way of saying thank you we have created a fabulous loyalty scheme tailored around you. Once you have completed your application form your card will be available for immediate use and while other schemes send you vouchers your points can be redeemed as and when it suits you. • 5 points per £1 spend. (each point has a value equivalent to 1 pence) • Earn 10 points per £1 for the first week of signing up for your Viva Card. • Special Offers accross the year exclusive to Viva Loyalty Card members. • Free to join the scheme. Simply come in store and sign up to start earning points immediately.
Have complete peace of mind, with our 3 year Plant Guarantee At Sefton Meadows we have experts on hand to advise and help you choose from our extensive range of plants, flowers, shrubs and trees. And you can be confident that your choice will be successful as our entire collection of container grown hardy plants carries a 3 year plant guarantee. If you are unfortunate and the plant does not thrive as you had hoped, just bring it back with it’s label and receipt and we will exchange it for a new plant.
SEFTON MEADOWS PLANT AREA 3 year plant guarantee - We are so sure of the quality of our hardy
plants that we will replace or give full refund for any hardy plant which fails to thrive within 3 years of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase is required.
Plant of the month - Every month a seasonal plant will be offered at a
special price.
Herb, culinary and soft fruit - We have an abundance of these health
giving plants either from their fruits or their foliage having many culinary uses. Go on and grow your own ‘five a day’.
Alpines, heathers and conifers - Alpines and heathers are a traditional favourite for tubs, troughs and rockeries - there’s always something exciting on display. There are also conifers to add height or ground cover.
Herbaceous and cottage garden plants - The cottage garden is
best known for its herbaceous perennials with borders rich in colour from spring until late summer, creating a magnet for insects and wildlife
Bedding plants
- A vast range of bedding plants to add colour and interest to your spring, summer and autumn garden.
Shrubs and ornamental trees - We’ve always got a great selection of shrubs for various locations and conditions including climbers, hedging plants, conifers, rhododendrons and azaleas. Roses are always popular and we have celebration and anniversary roses for every occasion. Ornamental trees are also popular as well as grasses and more unusual plants. Planted containers and hanging baskets
Something to suit every season. We have a wide range of planted containers and baskets from colourful bedding plants in the summer to conifers and heathers in the autumn and winter. If you want to create your own we have everything for you to choose from.
BUILDING, STRUCTURES AND STORAGE
WILD BIRD CARE
GARDEN FURNITURE
GARDEN ACCESSORIES
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Aquatics & Pets Aquatics - A full range of supplies and fish available Wildlife and bird care - We stock bee, butterfly, bird, bat and hedgehog houses plus a full range of feeds and treats for all your visiting wildlife. Water features - We have a huge selection of free standing water features either mains or solar powered. Pet Sundries - A full range of toys and accessories for cats and dogs, cages and more.
Everything You’ll ever need for your Home and Garden - All under one roof... • PLANTING & LANDSCAPING • PETCARE & AQUATICS • HOME & GIFTWARE GARDEN FURNITURE & TOOLS • PLANT & LAWN CARE • BUILDING, STRUCTURES & STORAGE AND MUCH MORE... WHY NOT VISIT ROSIE’S GARDEN RESTAURANT FOR A REFRESHING BEVERAGE OR BITE TO EAT. YOU WILL FIND A GREAT SELECTION OF MEALS AND SNACKS TO CHOOSE FROM...
DON’T DELAY, VISIT SEFTON MEADOWS TODAY...
Sefton Meadows Garden Centre, Sefton Lane, Sefton Meadows, Maghull L31 8BT Tel: 0151 531 6688 Email: info@trebaron.co.uk www.seftonmeadows.com GARDEN CENTRE: Mon-Sat 9.30am-5.30pm Sunday 9.30am-4.30pm RESTAURANT: Mon-Sat 9am-4.15pm Sunday 9.30am-4:15pm
ROOFING repairs or replacement
THERE IS NEVER A STRUCTURE YOU WILL FIND THAT LACKS A ROOF
IT IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE HOUSE OR BUILDING. IT PLAYS A VERY IMPORTANT ROLE OF PROVIDING PROTECTION AND SHELTER MUCH LIKE THE WALLS. It must be sturdy and durable yet stylish. MANY A STRUCTURE IS DEFINED BY THEIR ROOFS. They could be made by a multitude of materials and their designs may vary. Since time immemorial, man has found different ways with different materials to build their roofs, each with different characteristics and advantages and disadvantages. As more materials are discovered with each of their own high and low points, they can be very useful in different types of location depending on the weather and location. BUILDING YOUR DREAM HOUSE relies on a number of aspects; there is the location, the design, the restrictions of the area, the budget and a plethora of other options to consider, It is the same thing with the roof; you have to consider a number of items to get the perfect roof to suit your taste. Basically it is the overall design and materials used in the structure as well as the location and the local restrictions. A damaged and leaky roof can cost the homeowners thousands of pounds in damage, lost utilities, and extensive replacement costs. It is extremely important to identify and keep tabs on the status of your roof. If you have just moved into your residence or do not know when the roof was installed and/or repaired, you should obtain this knowledge immediately, which is why we have structural surveys done when purchasing a new home or it is a new build. The construction material, dimension, installation, and age of your roof are all important factors in determining how your roof will wear and when repairs or replacement may be necessary. Assuming that the
roof is of a residential building, it will most likely be on a relatively steep pitch in relation to the ground. Roofs that are not pitched (that are parallel to the ground) are often found on commercial and industrial buildings, and rarely found on houses due to the lack of drainage. With regards to roofing materials over the years the list is endless; some of these are thatched, slate, aluminium roofing, asphalt, clay tiles, concrete roofing tiles, felts, single ply pvc, slates, and steel to name a few, however, with regards to domestic roofs in the main, tile is the most common used in present day. ROOFING IS AN AREA THAT IS DIFFICULT TO ASSESS as to whether or not your roofing estimate is genuine or someone trying to pull a fast one, running up and down ladders to check it out is really not an option. The best way by far, to obtain the services of a genuine roofer is by word of mouth, or maybe a neighbour who has had work done by the same person. Alternatively, providing that the work is not an emergency, with three quotations you should be able to arrive with a satisfactory answer. A thatched roof, laid in the traditional way, will last up to 50 years. Although largely maintenance free it is always advisable to review it annually. As well as the insulation and aesthetic benefits, a thatched property retains its value better than conventional buildings. Today 3 different materials are widely used: Long straw, combed wheat reed and water reed. The type of reed used will determine the style of finish. Your thatcher will advise accordingly. In essence, Long Straw retains a ‘shaggy look whilst Combed reed is widely used in the south and west of England. Water reed, traditionally costs more but is regarded as a superior product.
An estimated 12 million British households choose to keep a pet. That’s no wonder, since there are a lot of benefits of having a furry friend. Although it is still an unexplainable bond, the magic between man and beast, we all know for certain we love to live with them as friends and take the best care of them.
Owning a PET THEY KEEP YOU MOVING mainly dogs are the best personal motivators for your daily outdoor exercise. THEY MAKE SURE YOU’RE NEVER LONELY Cats and dogs (and other pets) make great companions; always waiting for you to come home and always happy for a snuggle. THEY LOWER YOUR STRESS LEVELS Stroking or interacting with your pet helps you clear your head. Playing with or petting an animal can increase levels of the stress-reducing hormone oxytocin and decrease production of the stress hormone cortisol. So... do not hold back and cuddle a lot!
THEY HELP MAKE NEW FRIENDS It is precisely through your pet that you meet like-minded people. Let yourself be surprised. THEY TEACH RESPONSIBILITY Having a pet can actually teach your kids important skills such as grooming and cleaning out the cage. But also important emotions, such as empathy, which comes in handy in later life.
Size does not matter! whether you opt for a large dog or a cute rabbit, for every household there is a perfect companion to take care of... and to love very much!
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CAR CARE Maintaining your vehicle saves you money in the long run. One of the simplest important things is... Keep it clean.
Regularly cleaning your car is an easy way you can take care of it! A dirty car does not only hurt your eyes, but it soon damages your paint. (especially the bird droppings). Use the right soap and materials, in the long term this will certainly. Tip: a well-kept car delivers more money if you want to sell it again.
TAKE CARE OF YOUR TIRES Your tires are the connection between you and the road; quite important to check regularly. Do it so you will benefit better mileage and a longer tire life. The best thing to do is rotate your tires regularly. Tip: Check the pressure in the spare tire every month along with all of the other tires.
TAKE CARE OF YOUR FLUIDS (AND OF YOUR CAR) Learn how to check the vital fluids in your own car for your own safety. (Oil, Coolant/ Anti-freeze, Transmission fluid, Brake fluid, Windshield wiper fluid). These are easy to check by opening the engine compartment, neglecting to do so is the worst thing you can do to your engine. Tip: Check your parking spot for drips if you need to top of these fluids often.
CHECK YOUR LIGHTS AND WIPERS Make it a habit to check your lights; when you walk up to your car, or in the reflection of a window when you’re waiting somewhere. You do want to be seen! Also check your wipers.
The way I drive, the way I handle a car, is an expression of my inner feelings. Lewis Hamilton
NEW TYRES, PART WORN TYRES, REMOULDS, PUNCTURE REPAIRS & BALANCING, TRACKING, BRAKES, CLUTCHES, EXHAUSTS, BATTERIES LONG LANE TYRES ARE EXPERTS IN AUTOMOTIVE PARTS AND REPAIRS INCLUDING...
• TYRES, BRAKES AND EXHAUSTS • • MOT TESTING AND CAR SERVICING • • AIR CONDITIONING RECHARGE • • OVER 20,000 TYRES IN STOCK • • 24 HOUR RESPONSE •
£10 £10 OFF OFF ON ON PRODUCTION PRODUCTION OFF OFF THIS THIS VOUCHER VOUCHER www.longlanetyres.co.uk longlanetyresaintree@gmail.com LONG LANE TYRES, LONG LANE, AINTREE L9 7DT
0151 521 8200 OR 07407 715 736
0151 345 3670
sales@thehottubplace.co.uk
PROFESSIONAL, FRIENDLY ADVICE AND NO PRESSURE SALES GUARANTEED We are a large Wirral based showroom with over 15 Hot Tubs on Display. We are accreditted BISHTA members and the NorthWest number one dealers for Superior Spas, Be Well Canada Spas, Platinum Spas and Bay Ridge.
WWW.THEHOTTUBPLACE.CO.UK SHOWROOM: The Hot Tub Place, 3 Kelvinside, Wallasey, Wirral CH44 7JY • Mon - Fri 9 am - 5 pm • Saturday Closed • Sunday 10 am - 4 pm