Bishopbriggs Directory July/August 2012

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WELCOME CONTENTS Welcome to the latest edition of the Bishopbriggs Directory.

Summer holidays are in full swing and unfortunately is feels just like winter! We hope you all have somewhere nice to go to get some sunshine and away from the never ending rain.

In this edition we have as usual some new and some old advertisers. We also have a special feature for the Belladrum Music Festival which is on 3/4 August. Lets hope the weather brightens up for that!

Our advertisers are local businesses who supply the services you use in your everyday life. Please support the advertising businesses and local charities and please mention the Bishopbriggs Directory when responding to ads. This keeps us printing and delivering this little directory through your door!

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CINEMA: SOUL OF FLIES

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BOOKS: GREAT JOURNEYS

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TECH GUIDE: COOL KIT FOR HOT HOLIDAY

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BELLADRUM PREVIEW

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HEALTH: FEEL GREAT THIS SUMMER

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INTERIORS: CREATING SPACE

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ENVIRONMENT: SOLAR POWER

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LIVING: A PICTURE PAINTS A THOUSAND WIORDS

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BEAUTY: THE PERFECT AT HOME MANICURE

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PUZZLES: CROSSWORD SUDOKO

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MUSIC NEW RELEASES Alanis Morissette - Havoc and Bright Lights The seventh studio album, Havoc and Bright Lights, couldn't be more thematically different than 2008's brooding, techno-kissed Flavors of Entanglement, which dealt with the emotional fallout from the dissolution of her engagement with actor Ryan Reynolds. The 12 songs on Bright Lights bristle with the explosive choruses and unguarded intimacy that have become Morissette's stock in trade since her 1995 debut. Now 38, she is a married mother with quietly touching songs pondering the troubles and joys of maturity, domesticity and stardom, but she can still do anguished fury. The new song Woman Down offers out internet "haters". You Oughta Know still sounds so demented that you can almost hear the hiss of bunnies boiling as the audience bellow the infamous line: "Is she perverted like me?But she sings them with a grin.

Green Day - ¡Uno!, ¡Dos!, and ¡Tré! ¡Uno!, ¡Dos!, and ¡Tré! will be released in three stages, with the first album '¡Uno!' coming out on September 24. The second LP '¡Dos!' comes out on November 12 and '¡Tré!' on January 14, 2013. All of the albums are available to pre-order now from the band's website.

The series is the follow-up to Green Day's 2009 studio album '21st Century Breakdown' and signals a move away from the band's spell of producing concept-driven records.

To coincide with the albums' release, the band will release two documentaries. One is being made by Tim Lynch, a producer of the band's recent DVD Green Day: Bullet In A Bible and Tim Wheeler, a co-producer and editor of The White Stripes Under Great White Northern Lights and will focus on the making of the band's upcoming three albums. A second documentary is being created from vintage footage from the band's pre-'Dookie' days..

Maroon 5 - Overexposed ‘Maroon 5's fourth studio album, 2012's Overexposed, is the follow-up to the band's 2011 release Hands All Over. The album also comes on the heels of the success of the 2011 single "Moves Like Jagger." Purported to be the band's most pop-oriented album to date, Overexposed features production from a bevy of name producers, including Ryan Tedder, Max Martin, Benny Blanco, and more. Included on the album is the lead-off single "Payphone," featuring a guest appearance by rapper Wiz Khalifa. The album is said to be "one of our most diverse and poppiest albums yet," according to frontman Adam Levine.

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AT THE CINEMA SOUL OF FLIES

Jonathan Cenzual Burley's debut feature is a road trip movie that sadly offers nothing new. Despite this though, it's still worth a trip to the cinema for.

Irrespective of the familiar territory, The Soul of Flies is the perfect story for a 'small' European film. Nero and Miguel (Andrea Calabrese and Javier Saez respectively) are two brothers travelling across Spain to attend their father's funeral, with the 'shock' being that neither of them has ever met the deceased parent, or each other. Like we said, it's hardly the most original scenario, but it works well, for the most part, anyway. We follow them on a voyage across the country, which doubles up as an odyssey of self-discovery, with stunning cinematography showing off the spectacular on screen locations.

fall out, and in the end are forced to take a good look at their lives, not to mention the wider world, learning a little something in the process.

So far so good, but the major drawback is that the film borders on banal. We've seen similar tales told before, and though the script is sharp, it can be convoluted.

Furthermore, the two central characters are opposing stereotypes- one is a cynic, the other a dreamermaking for a typical odd couple scenario, which though well suited to comedy, is more difficult to work effectively within a heartfelt emotional drama. That said, had they both been similar guys with shared interests and opinions there wouldn't be much of a movies here, and in representing two different personalities we're more likely to see ourselves in one or the other.

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And the two stars do a good job with their portrayals, meaning that whilst the situation itself is a little too coincidence-heavy to be believed, we can never

to fully understanding these current circumstances, and what they mean.

Their initial, understandable frostiness towards each other stemmed from an absent, womanising father-a missing figure each chose to freeze out-and the sudden reminder that baggage surrounds the issue, along with unbreakable family ties.

question the persuasiveness of the story's delivery-it's well performed and neatly tied up.

This means that although The Soul of Flies falls short of life changing, when the closing credits roll we're given plenty to think about. The final speech indicates both men are still in a period of adjustment, slowly beginning

When things finally reach their resolution we've only been travelling with the duo a few days, and in such a small amount of time it's unlikely the issues with their fractured family unit could be truly overcome. As such the closing message of solidarity, brotherly love, and blood being thicker, also makes it clear there's more work to do. Frustrating, if you're one for solid conclusions. Those that appreciate being left with questions, and anyone who can stomach some cheesy lines in the name of an honest yarn, will certainly get something from this one.

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BOOKS GREAT JOURNEYS In August’s haze, we dream of foreign lands and far off places. Whether your holiday transport’s a plane, train, automobile or simply your imagination, our books featuring great journeys will take you where you want to go.

Down Under - Bill Bryson Bryson’s trip begins with him trying to remember the name of the Australian Prime Minister. Obviously, power has changed hands several times since he wrote Down Under but his awe of this ancient land is timeless. Bryson’s everwitty style and commentary is completely suited to the country that gave us the duck-billed platypus and the bouncing kangaroo. He’ll answer all those tricky questions you’re likely to have such as how to survive in the outback and what you should keep in your ‘esky’. It’s important information if you’re going to make it ‘Down Under’.

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas - Hunter S. Thompson As if Las Vegas couldn’t seem any more bizarre, here comes Fear and Loathing.

This semi-autobiographical novel’s based on two trips Hunter made to the oasis in Nevada, along with the attorney and political activist Oscar Zeta Acosta (appearing in the novel as Raoul Duke and his lawyer, Dr Gonzo). The novel is a witty commentary on the counterculture movement of the 1960s, viewed through the drug-induced haze of Raoul and Dr Gonzo. Written against a backdrop of political and social tension as people searched for an alternative to the American Dream, it’s extremely wacky.

Eat, Pray, Love - Elizabeth Gilbert Ambitiously and rather optimistically entitled ‘One Woman’s Search for Everything across Italy, India and Indonesia’, Gilbert’s memoirs made the New York Times bestseller list and stayed there for 187 weeks. The divorcee up sticks and goes on a voyage of discovery. Four months of eating her way across Italy, followed by three months in India, praying, her journey ‘ends’ in Bali where…well, I wouldn’t want to ruin it for you.

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TRAVEL GDANSK ON THE MOTLAWA RIVER

Spires and domes, gables, towers, elegant façades festooned with frescoes and dormer windows, Gdansk’s finest buildings reflect centuries of flourishing trade at the mouth of the Motlawa river. Ships from all over the world still dock for maintenance and repairs while ferries and yachts sail downstream towards the Baltic Sea. Meanwhile at the heart of town, Europe’s biggest medieval harbour crane looks down on the river. Once powered by four giant wheels, it rises, eerie and awesome, a dark silhouette jostling for space among gaily-coloured buildings, café-terrace and boutiques gleaming with Baltic amber. Gdansk loves amber, a local tree resin millions of years old, crafted into jewellery, trinkets and artwork. There are 100 different kinds, most precious the gems with a bluish hue, most common the yellow and orange colours shimmering like sunlight on the river.

From the old fish market to the Green City Gate, the waterfront promenade is a perfect picture postcard, historic town tucked away on the left bank and on the other, a sprinkling of tavernas, old royal granaries, a small marina where riggings tinkle in the breeze, the Millennium bridge in the distance and a maze of canals and islands which feel like the Little Venice of the Baltic North. Now and then, an archway lets you peep into the old historic centre hiding behind the tightly-packed buildings along the riverfront.

Gdansk suffered heavy losses in wartime but the Historic Centre has been beautifully restored and the city is as magnificent as ever. Stroll down the Longmarket towards the Golden Gate or delve into the flower-draped lanes and you want to stop every step of the way to marvel at such rich architecture, here the Main City Hall in Gothic Renaissance style, there Neptune’s monument, the city’s landmark alongside the crane, the Golden House on the Royal Route,.

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the Great Armoury, a classic example of Dutch Mannerism, the balustrades and statues crowning so many buildings, the city gates and a dizzying number of churches from St Catherine’s the oldest to St Mary’s, the largest brick church in Poland.

Bells chime now and then and when the sun sets, red brick towers and green domes glow like magic across the cityscape.

For history buffs, there are museums to explore, from the amber museum, in the daunting Executioner’s House and Prison Tower, to the history and Solidarity museums. Here and there, monuments recall significant events and people, the local astronomer Hevelius, the Polish soldiers who defended Westerplatte on the first day of WWII or the shipyard Solidarity workers who, in August

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1980, changed the course of history in Poland and beyond. Pop into the Main City Hall to enjoy the splendid interiors and superb panorama from the top of the 80 metre high tower.

Far below the streets are abuzz; artists, buskers, shoppers and tourists filing into the pastry shops replete with cheese cake and Polish doughnuts. But sooner or later, the river calls you back.

Just across the Green Bridge, the city’s favourite meeting point, sleek pleasure yachts prepare to cruise across the bay to the lovely spa resort of Sopot where the people of Gdansk like to relax at the weekend and myriad swans glide undisturbed, under the longest wooden pier in Europe.

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BMW likes to do efficiency these days. That means big, brash and loud is out and in its place comes clever use of technology to excite drivers. That means big changes for the marque’s loudest cars, like the M5. The 5.0-litre V10 of the previous generation has been killed off, and in its place is a smaller 4.4-litre V8.

Before you become too upset though, things aren’t as bad as they seem. Yes, the powerplant may have lost a few cylinders and cubic capacity, but thanks to a brace of turbochargers this new lump is actually more powerful and more efficient (there’s that word again) than the engine it replaces.

How much more? Well, power is up 10 per cent to 560bhp and torque increased by a whopping 30 per cent to 680Nm. Ok, so that’s a little off the Merc’s 800Nm of pull, but still mighty impressive.

It all helps the new M5 hit 60 mph in 4.4 seconds and crack on to 155 mph. Equally impressive is the improvements at the pumps - fuel economy is up from 20mpg to 28mpg while emissions have been slashed 112g/km to 234g/km. A major achievement.

But to be honest, we don’t really care about the latter.

What we really care about is whether it feels as good as the V10? And the simple answer is no - it’s better.

There’s no denying the M5 is a big car, but it feels the smallest, most compact here. It’s easy to jump in and drive - and drive fast. It’s flattering on the road, and hugely exciting on the track. With the traction control engaged, there’s just enough slip to put a grin on your face, yet save you from the kitty litter. With it off, it’s a tail out showboater.

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That 4.4-litre engine sounds brilliant too. Like a mini Bugatti Veyron it angrily sucks in air and spits out a venomous bark from its quad pipes. Equally thrilling is its rapid DCT seven-speed gearbox. Far superior to the Merc’s set up, this twin clutch box fires through ratios with a ferocity only seen before on a Ferrari 458.

Inside it feels a lot more modern than the Mercedes its closest rival here - with brilliant seats, a superb driving position and wonderfully direct and supple steering. Tech levels are understandably high for a £73k car with a head up display, DAB radio, 19-inch alloys, night vision and lots more.

But it’s not the kit or space that puts the Beemer in the number one spot here - it’s the driving experience. This is one mighty M model that’s simple to jump in and drive fast.

Masses of electronic trickery help, but that absolute peach of an engine (BMW’s most potent ever, no less), that visceral noise and that smile you’ll find hard to wipe off your face every time you drive it, help it secure the top spot

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TECH GUIDE COOL KIT FOR HOT HOLIDAY August tends to be the month we start looking for ways to battle against the heat. It’s boom time for fans, but if you have some cash to hand you can find something considerably smarter than the typical bladed job: Brookstone’s Bed Fan ($79.99 plus shipping from the US) is a height-adjustable fan that directs cool air over you when you’re in bed, while Dyson’s immensely clever Air Multiplier (£159) wafts a powerful blast of cooling air without the buffeting and chopping of traditional fans.

Fans can only do so much: if you want to reduce the temperature rather than just move air around, you’ll need an air conditioner. There are lots of models to choose from, with prices as low as £160, but the biggest choice of portable models cost around £250. Models such as De’Longhi’s NF170 cools the air in the summer and doubles as a dehumidifier to prevent condensation and damp during the winter.

Of course, an air conditioner isn’t much use if you’re out and about, but clothing firm Columbia reckons it has the solution: OmniFreeze, a specially developed fabric that transmits heat away from your body and feels cooler than normal fabrics, and Omni-Freeze Ice, which is activated when you sweat and, Columbia says, lowers the temperature of the fabric. It’s far from cheap - expect to pay around £40 for a base layer top or £45 for a polo shirt - but we’d rather see the great British male wearing such technical clothing than getting his top off and tummy out.

The slightest hint of sunshine sends most of us into the garden for lounging and barbecues, and a big part of that is having a drink in the great outdoors. Luckily there are all kinds of gadgets designed to keep your drinks cool. The Ravi Instant Wine Refresher (£20) is chilled in

your freezer, and when you want to use it you simply stick it on the neck of the bottle and let the wine pass over its internal coil, dropping the temperature by around 15 degrees. That means it’s best suited to red wine. For white, the Menu picnic wine cooler (£35) uses a thermal jacket to keep your wine chilled until it’s ready to drink.

If the party’s far from home, there’s a huge range of carpowered portable fridges; expect to pay around £50 for a good one. If your tastes are more beery, the Tinchilla Instant Can Cooler (£12.99) uses thermal conduction to cool a can of lager in just 60 seconds: all you need is a bit of ice and a pair of AA batteries.

It’s even possible to find cool gadgets to help you sleep. The superbly named Chillow (£27.50) is a “personal cooling pad” with a foam core, rather like memory foam, that you fill with water. Although it’s designed as a sleep aid, the manufacturers also suggest that it’s a good way to stop your laptop making your legs too h o t ; they’ve e v e n created t h e Compusooth (£39 in a pack with the Chillow) to go under your hands and keep them cool while you’re using your computer.

While you’re at it, you might want to invest in a cooler for the laptop itself: they’re susceptible to warm temperatures, and a device such as Belkin’s laptop cooling stand (£21) can help prevent overheating

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Tired of looking at your old driveway?

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B. Rule Monoblock Specialists are a local Bishopbriggs paving company established in 1999 by Brian Rule with over 20 years' experience in paving solutions including driveways, patios and garden design. Their high quality workmanship and attention to detail over the years have built up an outstanding reputation in the area to be the premier driveway design and build company in Bishopbriggs.

Having a driveway professionally designed and laid is a feature that can dramatically change the look of a property. Making sure the driveway is properly prepared and laid is vital, as if it isn’t done properly by a reputable company, then you may find yourself having to repair it at a later stage or it may not have the longevity it should have had, had it been laid properly - “Do it once, do it right”.

Not only can a driveway dramatically change the aesthetic look of a property but it will certainly add

value to the p r o p e r t y ; theoretically paying for itself should you ever decide to sell your property. A very good investment for you and your home. If your old driveway is in bad repair we also have the resources and expertise for repairing and restoring it so that it looks like new.

Brian and the team use only the very best quality materials, specifically designed and manufactured for the hard wear that any driveway receives. Brian will oversee all jobs from quotation to completion and never uses subcontractors, the professional pavers will lay your new driveway in the product of your choice complementing your home’s style and location, leaving you with a new driveway that will be the envy of all your neighbours.

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The company has recently been added to the Tobermore approved paving installers list (www.tobermore.com). Brian tells us “The industry has been tarnished with ‘cowboy’ companies over the years. We strive to ensure the total satisfaction of our customers, aiming to provide a first class installation, which has durability, good looks and character to last for years to come. We have hundreds of satisfied customers in Bishopbriggs which we are more than happy to disclose to potential customers to view our installations.”

All workmanship is guaranteed for a period of 5 years and manufacturer guarantees on products vary; Tobermore products carry a 25 year guarantee. All on-site work is fully insured and provided by fully qualified installers ensuring that your job is completed on time, with the minimum of fuss

Free quotations and estimates Call Brian and he will be happy to provide you with a free, no obligation survey and quotation for your beautiful new driveway or patio.

Brian tells us “From the moment you contact us you will appreciate our professionalism and the advice that we give from initial design to ensuring you realise the full potential of a new driveway.

Whatever your requirements we aim to ensure 100% customer satisfaction. After all, your referrals are our best advert.”

SPECIAL OFFER For all new installations booked for Sept - Dec 2012, Brian will supply and fit 8 driveway lights for £200 to all Bishopbriggs Directory readers.

So! If you want the very best in paving service then contact Brian today, your premier monoblock specialist in Bishopbriggs.

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Smiths Windows - Triple your outlook!

With heating costs rising and the advancement of glazing technology improving, Derek Smith, owner of Smiths Windows is pleased to announce that his company will be supplying the latest in efficient glazing; TRIPLE GLAZING. Over the last few years the business has grown steadily in what has been the worst economic climate of modern times after restructured the company in 2008 to incorporate a new pricing system, Derek was stunned by the excellent response from the public with instant success. This success will continue through 2012 with the introduction of the new 70mm Rehau triple glazed windows and doors, not only helping to save the planet, but also be making a huge saving financially over the lifetime of the products. Using modern technologies helps retain in heat, keeping your home warmer, resulting in you needing your heating on for shorter periods of time.

Triple Glazing also greatly helps reduce external noise and the sealed units are inherently more secure than double glazed units since as there are three layers of

glass to get through - one of which is toughened.

Whether you are replacing your windows and doors to reduce heat loss, enhance security or to improve the appearance of your home, Derek and his team have many different designs and solutions to meet your requirements.

At Smiths Windows no job is too big or too small, offering free advice with a firm fixed, no obligation quotation with no high pressure selling or commissions involved. Reliability and professional service backed up with top quality workmanship second to none, you can be sure that your job will be completed on time and at a price to suit your pocket. Derek doesn’t believe that service ends after delivery, He wants to make sure that you're happy with your investment and that it meets your expectations. To achieve this, Smiths Windows offers a 10 year guarantee on all installations as standard.

You can be sure that your hard earned money is in safe hands when you invest in new windows from Smiths.

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Travis

Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival 3/4 August 2012, Beauly, Inverness-shire Bella's line up includes headliners and Scots indie stars Travis and Liverpool rockers The Wombats plus numerous other acts including: Legendary punk heroes The Buzzcocks; celebrated 80s band The South (formerly The Beautiful South); UK award-winning queen of soul Beverley Knight; Glasgow-based indie rockers Frightened Rabbit in an exclusive Scottish festival appearance; up tempo US songsmiths We Are Scientists; Aztec Camera's Roddy Frame; soul/rock band Vintage Trouble; introspective pioneers of indie folk Slow Club and crafters of beautiful folk rock Fink; Pink Floyd tribute band Macfloyd play the whole of 'Dark Side Of The Moon;' New York singer-songwriter Willy Mason; Mercury nominated artrockers Sweet Billy Pilgrim; Celtic tune'n'groove folk artists Treacherous Orchestra; Northern Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance; Newcastle sextet Lanterns On the Lake; Carrbridge artist Rachel Sermanni; singer/songwriter hot tips Juan Zelada and Ryan Keen; new indie tyro's Bastille and To Kill A King; Nottingham five piece Dog Is Dead; Jiggery-folkery band Mad Dog McRea; Edinburgh gypsy punksters Bobok; Glasgow extreme funk aficionados Federation Of The Disco Pimp; alt country Red Sky July; Edinburgh singer/songwriter Nina Nesbitt; The Magnetic North, a band with Orcadian connections and Scots indie rising stars Bwani Junction & The Draymin; Glasgow ska band Bombskare; Edinburgh hip hop duo Stanley Odd; Highlands bluegrass men The Ballachulish Hellhounds; Glasgow bands Fatherson, Make Sparks and Zombie Militia.

A Mystery Special Guest has been added to the main stage line up on the Friday evening “The identity of this artist will not be revealed until they appear on the Garden Stage at 1830 on Friday 3rd August,” said festival promoter Joe Gibbs. “But and here's a hint judging by their previous receptions at Bella, they're going to be a popular choice.”

Belladrum 2012 takes place in the beautiful Highland surroundings of Belladrum Estate, near Beauly in Invernessshire. The independent festival has built a reputation for its eclectic line-ups, its off beat non-musical entertainments and its all-ages approach. The festival won a VisitScotland Thistle Award in 2009 and is a past winner of the Grassroots Festival Award at the UK Festival Awards, the festival industry's 'oscars'

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HEALTH FEEL GREAT THIS SUMMER

It's never too late to start making yourself feel good both mentally and physically - and summer is a great time get started. Giving a little attention to your diet, exercise and general wellbeing can really benefit to your overall health.

Diet You don’t have to radically alter your diet as even small changes will benefit you. ŸBlackberries, blueberries, cranberries and strawberries are all high in antioxidants and fibre, are nutritious and eating great handfuls will fill you up with healthy energy ŸAll melons, but particularly watermelons are mainly water. They're healthy and a great option if you need something sweet ŸCourgettes, aubergine, mushrooms, leeks, asparagus, onions, peppers and garlic are all delicious grilled or roasted with a light brush of olive oil. High in nutrition and flavour, low in calories There are no rules for salads - just put in any vegetables or fruit that you have, such as lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber and avocado. Combining different greens or lettuces, such as cos, romaine, Chinese leaf, rocket or

watercress make salads more interesting and are cheaper than buying the ready-packaged salads. Add beans, couscous or tabouli for a bit of substance.

Alcohol is high in calories, so reduce this by enjoying a white wine spritzer (50/50 wine with sparkling water) or going for a non-alcohol alternative, such as lemon barley water or lime cordial with sparkling water.

Exercise This doesn't have to mean daily sessions at the gym or long-distance running. The key to weight loss is using up more calories than you've eaten, and there are lots of ways you can achieve this: Walk. Sounds simple - and it is. Start by walking locally three times a week for just 20 minutes. Build up the pace so that you can do the route more quickly and extend the time to 30 minutes by extending your route.

If you can fit in four walks a week, or even every day, go for it - you will notice the difference.

Yoga is a great exercise for stretching and toning your muscles without having to break out into sweat. In the summer heat, your muscles are already warm and relaxed. Even better, find a class held outside to enjoy nature along with your session.

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If you are exercising in the heat, remember to keep to the shade and wear a hat to protect your head and neck. Wearing sunglasses will protect your eyes and help you to avoid squinting, causing lines around the eyes.

Gardening is great exercise as you use a wide range of muscles and are constantly moving.

important is the quality of your sleep rather than the quantity. Try to stick to a routine, even with the lighter summer nights, winding down and avoiding alcohol too late in the evening. If your room gets too warm, fans are a great way to cool the temperature and their low hum will help you drift off to sleep.

Wellbeing We all have to deal with stress at some point and research shows that it's actually the small things in life (being stuck in a traffic jam, forgetting to pick up the dry cleaning, missing a work deadline etc) that causes more tension and anxiety than the major life events.

So, allow yourself some 'me time'. This simply means doing things just for yourself and just for the pleasure of it. Allowing yourself 20 minutes a day to potter in your garden, read the paper, or even take a nap calms the mind, lowers blood pressure and, just as importantly, gives you a few minutes to just 'be'.

More recent research shows that we don't necessarily need eight hours sleep. Many of us can exist quite happily on less but what's

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INTERIORS CREATING SPACE Are you feeling cluttered, chaotic and claustrophobic at home? Katherine Sorrell offers six quick and easy tips to help create more space.

Step One: Clear out that clutter It’s boring but simple: sort through your stuff. All your stuff. Unless you’re absolutely certain you want to keep it where it is, then put it into boxes or bags marked for rubbish, recycling, giving away, mending or storing elsewhere. If it’s too painful to do this all at once, aim for one room per week, or else do ten minutes a day then make a habit of keeping on top of it, with regular sortouts. You’ll be amazed how much extra space you find when your house is no longer crammed full of unnecessary clutter.

Step Two: Create super-efficient storage Every nook and cranny around your home can be used to store your possessions in a neat and organised fashion. Built-in cupboards make the most of space, as they can be made to fit into the most awkward of corners, and stretched right to the ceiling for maximum capacity. Paint them the same colour as the walls and they will blend in brilliantly. On the other hand, off-theshelf storage tends to be cheaper, more flexible and whether it’s a vintage French armoire or a cheap coloured plastic bucket, can be tailored to suit your style and budget.

Step Three: Lighten up Start by ensuring that your windows are brilliantly clean, that curtains or blinds don’t block them, and that furniture is placed in just the right spots to make the most of natural light. As for artificial lighting, bear in mind that the traditional central pendant, used on its own, creates gloomy corners and offers no atmosphere. Instead, think about employing a more interesting combination of different types of lighting for flexibility, comfort and interest. For a quick upgrade on a budget, simply replace main light switches with dimmers, and plug in a selection of table or floor lamps at key points, to layer the lighting and emphasise special features.

Pale colours and slender furniture really helps to emphasise space. Modena sofa (medium), £999; Evelyn chair in Pisa, £349; Morrissey coffee table, £349; all M&S,

Step Four: Be flexible with furniture When you have run out of space, it makes sense to take a long, hard look at your furniture and make sure that every single piece is worth its place in your home.

Simple, slender styles have the least impact in a small space, while pale or transparent pieces blend into the background, and anything raised on legs will make your room seem larger (because there is more visible floor area). In general, avoid deep upholstery, bulky outlines and fussy detailing. Special foldaway or compact furniture can help but don’t sacrifice comfort or function and with a touch of lateral thinking you can turn ordinary furnishings into dual-purpose ones, such as a chest of drawers that doubles as a bedside table or a coffee table that includes space to store magazines.

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Step Five: Add glass and mirrors With a little thought and not too much expense, simply hanging a mirror can create the illusion of space where it does not exist and double the apparent size of a room.

One positioned opposite a window will distribute the maximum amount of natural light; near a light fitting, a mirror will reflect its brilliance around the room. Glass, too, provides vistas from room to room or from inside to out, really opening up a home. If you are having building work done, consider glass walls, floors or even stairs, but for quicker, cheaper solutions you could opt for glass doors, glass or acrylic furniture or see-through accessories such as lamp bases, door knobs and vases.

Step Six: Use clever colour Colour can manipulate our sense of space enormously.

Pale colours seem to recede, enhancing a sense of spaciousness, while darker colours absorb light and therefore appear more enclosing. Colours on the ‘cool’ spectrum, such as blue and green, are more distancing than ‘warm’ colours such as red and yellow. Whites, offwhites and cool pastels are, therefore, perfect for making small spaces seem larger and they look sophisticated and contemporary, too, especially when combined with the natural textures of materials such as

timber and stone.

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GOLF TIP GET CONNECTED Take your posture as normal, but put the butt end of the club into your belly button. Grip down the shaft as if holding the club normally (both arms relatively straight). Then, turn back until the club shaft is parallel to the ground.

You should be able to do this without the club coming out from your belly button. This gets your muscles used to working in tandem with each other while you rotate your body on the backswing.

Try it and see how you get on being connected!

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ENVIRONMENT

SOLAR POWER - HOT IDEA OR HOT AIR

Although most people have good intentions when it comes to being ‘green’, any incentive that ties an environmental initiative with a way of saving money is much more likely to turn those intentions into action.

With the April 2010 introduction of a government scheme called FITs, solar power is exactly that combination and has become very popular over the last year. If you are wondering if solar energy could be a good choice for you, here are some answers to the most frequently asked questions.

What are the basic requirements for solar panels?

The main requirement, rather obviously, is that the panels have maximum exposure to light. They are generally put on the roof because they won’t be blocked by objects, trees and other buildings. The roof should ideally be south facing and although it is possible to use a roof that’s between due east and south, or between due west and south, the further away from true south you are, the less output you are likely to achieve. Solar panels need light so less electricity will be generated on shorter winter days and although they will work on cloudy days, the performance will be reduced compared to a sunny day.

Finally, although the north of the country naturally receives less sunshine than the south, they do have longer days in the summer. The north won’t be able to benefit quite as much as the south but it is still worthwhile.

Can I cut my electricity bill to zero?

Perhaps one of the prime misconceptions about solar energy is that you will no longer have an electricity bill.

Unfortunately this is not true as you will not be generating energy when it is dark, yet are still likely to be using it with your television, computers and even the fridge and kettle. Most domestic installations have little or no capacity to store electricity.

What’s the government’s incentive scheme?

The government’s Feed-in Tariff (FITs) scheme became available in the UK (except Northern Ireland) in April 2010. The scheme guarantees a minimum payment for all electricity generated (the generation tariff) whether you are using it for yourself or not. Then there’s an additional payment (export tariff) for the electricity exported to the National Grid. Tariffs are even index-linked so the income will hold its value for the entire life of your system.

The total amount of electricity generated is measured by a meter in your property. But measuring the amount of electricity you are exporting to the grid is usually either not possible or not financially viable (for domestic installations) so in most cases it is assumed that you are exporting 50% of all electricity you generate and your payment will be based on that.

How much can I save?

The Energy Saving Trust gives the following example of potential cost savings of a typical domestic solar electricity system in Scotland with an installation size of 3kWp: £489 a year from the Generation Tariff, £35 a year from the Export Tariff, £76 a year reduction of current electricity bills - to give a total saving of around £600 per year.

This is a great return on your investment (typically 8 12%) and certainly higher than most savings plans. Of course the one little caveat here is that you no longer have your capital sum to draw on if money is a bit tight.

You will have increased the value of your property, but it is unlikely you will want to sell up just to tide you over a short term budget shortfall

It is recommended therefore that you make use of your electrical appliances during the day so you are using your own generated electricity rather than having to take power from the national grid which will be charged to your usual bill. For example you would use your washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher and possibly the oven in the daytime rather than the evening.

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What about water heating?

If your water is usually stored in a cylinder and is heated by either electricity or gas, you could also benefit from installing a second type of solar panel which heats water. Unlike electricity which is difficult to store, storing heat is much easier and it’s likely you already do this anyway so that you can always have hot water on demand. You will need some checks made on your home water heating arrangements to see if it would be suitable.

Could I change my heating system over to solar?

In theory yes, in practice no. The times when you need your heating are in the winter - less light, and at night, no light. If it’s a bright sunny day between May and September it’s unlikely that you will be running your heating.

What are the costs?

Like any property improvement it does depend on a number of factors. If you are installing panels on a two bedroom home, it’s going to be a lot less expensive than equipping a mansion. A bungalow, if suitable, may be a lower cost as the scaffolding requirement will be less. But a budget of between £4,000 and £14,000 will cover most standard domestic installations.

How do I choose who to do my installation for me?

As with any other significant property work, choose a reputable company and preferably a local one. Ensure you have carried out some basic research on the technology before you invite a company to quote so that you can gauge if they are knowledgeable and that the potential returns aren’t being exaggerated. Ask for references from other customers in the area. Finally look for accreditations as recommended by Energy Saving Trust.

For more information see www.energysavingtrust.org.uk

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LIVING A PICTURE PAINTS A THOUSAND WORDS

In our early days of married life each family photograph was lovingly taken with camera and film, delivered to the chemist for development and the finished prints picked up a week later. Sometimes, I’d use a special envelope for sending films off for processing to some far flung film developers before, hopefully, having them delivered back through the door.

I can still remember the excitement of collecting developed pictures from the chemist; hoping the assistants hadn’t had a sneak peak at them, then hiding round the corner to scan the latest pictorial record of our life. There were always some photographs that hadn’t quite turned out as expected; blurrily out of focus, too bright or too dark, with maybe a fat thumb or skinny finger covering the lens and captured for all to see.

out on the living room floor and gaze at them for hours.

Then once I’d had my fill of imprinting them on my memory and showing them off I’d proudly stick them into albums. As the years passed the collection of photographs and albums grew. As further years passed I became lax about sticking the photos in albums; instead tossing the packets of prints into an old apple box kept for that purpose.

With the arrival of digital cameras we didn’t have to be so careful in our photo taking. Snap, snap, snap at each and every opportunity with no fears about the costs of film or processing. Transfer to the computer, delete those you don’t like, crop, adjust and save those you do.

In the early days proudly printing them out on the home printer, then later, just burn them to disc and forget about the printing.

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Stacks and stacks of discs recording our life, sanitised, edited and suitable for viewing by all. Emailed to friends and family, posted on Facebook and shared with the world, backed up then slipped into little plastic wallets... and largely forgotten. Far too many to commit to memory, far too many marking insignificant and truly mundane moments.

Recently, while sorting through some papers I came across a photograph. It showed three small boys in swimming trunks and a middle aged man also in trunks. They were all standing in a river, knee deep in water and holding hands. It’s a glorious summer day and while you can’t fully see their faces it’s clear they’re laughing. If you look closely you can see fishing rods, towels, a picnic and two cans of beer on the riverbank. You can also see my toes captured while sitting on the grass and taking the photograph.

I’d nearly forgotten that day 25 years ago; not quite but nearly. Three young boys and their granddad fishing and swimming, the family holiday, the nettles, the trek to the swimming spot and the digging for worms. I remember a lot more but it’s not for sharing. It’s for savouring in quiet, private moments when I need to count my blessings something I do frequently.

Apart from the wonderful memories the photograph invoked it also prompted another feeling. I’m now increasingly convinced of the need to revert to actually printing my digital photographs, or of having them printed for me. I don’t want them to be forgotten or consigned to shiny metal discs and stuffed into brittle plastic envelopes. I’d quite like my children and grandchildren to come across them.

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BEAUTY

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THE PERFECT AT HOME MANICURE The key to looking perfectly groomed is paying attention to little details that make all the difference.

It’s easy to overlook your hands and nails, but taking the time to include them in your beauty regime is a must for looking totally gorgeous from head to toe.

The great news is, you don’t have to spend valuable time and money in nail salons to help them look fabulous; just follow our simple instructions for a brilliant at-home manicure.

Getting Started Firstly, remove all traces of old varnish using an acetone free remover. Acetone (even with conditioners) will dry your nails, leaving them brittle.

Rinse off the remover with warm water.

Shape It Up Ensure that you dry your nails thoroughly; filing wet nails weakens them and makes them more liable to break.

Next, shape the nails by filing from one edge to the centre, then from the other edge back to the centre, using long, smooth strokes. Never file the nails in a ‘sawing’ back and forth action, as this can cause the nail layers to split and separate, leading to weakness and breakage. Hold the emery board at a 45 degree angle, so that you are filing mainly the underside of the nail.

Aim to create a ‘squared oval shape’; this is not only a natural look for your nails, but also offers the most strength and durability.

Refresh and Renew Refresh, soften and renew your hands and nails by using an exfoliator. Use either a shop-bought product or

create your own by mixing coarsely ground sea salt with essential oils. Soak fingertips in a bowl of lukewarm water, before gently scrubbing the nails with a soft bristled brush to completely remove any ingrained dirt.

Dry hands thoroughly.

Soften Up Massage cuticle oil or softener into the base of the nails.

Leave to absorb for a few moments before gently pushing back the cuticles with a hoof stick. Clean any residue with a tissue and rinse nails in warm water. Tidy up the nail base by clipping away dry, ragged excess cuticle using sharp nail scissors, before moisturising with a nourishing cuticle moisturiser. Massage a rich hand cream thoroughly into the skin, working it into all parts of the hand.

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The Perfect Hue For You It’s now time to select a colour that’s going to look great on your nails. Wearing the wrong coloured nail varnish can be really unflattering but how do you know what’s right for you? Choose your perfect shade as you would clothes - consider what best suits your skin tone. Cool complexions, mainly defined as having pinkish or blue undertones to the skin, suit bright pink, silver, purple and cool red. Warm complexions, with greenish undertones to the skin, look great in coral, gold, orange and warm red hues.

base to tip. Use a stoke to the left and then right to complete the nail. Allow the first coat to dry for three minutes and the second for five minutes. To finish, apply a top coat to lock in the colour and protect the polish.

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Expert Application Remove any trace of handcream from the nails. Apply a clear basecoat to act as a foundation for the varnish and prevent staining. Wait until dry before applying two thin coats of polish, in three strokes. Make the first stroke in the middle of the nail moving swiftly from

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AUDITECHNIKCENTRE Tired of main dealer prices? Are you looking for alternative garage services at affordable prices? Audi Technik is a local independent full service and repair facility specialising in Audi, Volkswagen, Seat & Skoda.

Based in Bishopbriggs, Audi Technik Centre is a garage you can trust were all makes and models are welcome.

Owner William Connolly is a fully trained Audi master technician with over 20 years experience within the VW group of vehicles, so you can be confident that both you and your vehicle are in safe hands.

They undertake all types of work, from servicing, replacing timing belts to full engine diagnostics with all service books stamped to validate warranties. Your car will also have its electronic management system checked and service interval light reset. Owner William tells us “We only use genuine parts and as a VW group specialist garage, we give all of our customers the highest quality service, regardless of whether you have an old or new vehicle”.

Did you know that servicing and maintaining your car at Audi Technik Centre does not affect your

Your best alternative to the dealer manufacturer’s warranty? In October 2003, European Legislation came into force allowing motorists to use any garage of their choice to service their cars without invalidating the manufacturer’s warranty. This basically means you are free to benefit from the competitive pricing and individual service offered by your local independent garage.

Fault Finding & Diagnosis: The garage have fault finding and diagnosis service which is dedicated to vehicles from the Volkswagen & Audi Group (VAG) range, using the latest diagnostics equipment including the VAS 5052, the official VW & Audi system to assist us in trouble shooting your problem. The VAS system is connected to VW Audi in Germany which gives them access to their vast technical resource library with everything from wiring diagrams to key codes.

Choosing Audi Technik Centre gives you the reassurance and peace of mind that your car is professionally maintained by a qualified technician in a reliable independent garage at a competitive price. A new car sales division is now available on site selling a wide range of makes and models to suit everyone.

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GARDENING YOUR PLANTS DON'T WANT A HOLIDAY If you’re going on holiday shortly, don’t forget that your garden and plants will appreciate some TLC before you leave. An hour or two spent sorting out your plants can not only help to keep them going whilst you’re sunning y o u r s e l f elsewhere, but also help to make your house look less abandoned in your absence.

So before you grab a suitcase, make sure you spend some time in the garden.

I’m certainly not a lawn buff, but whether your lawn is your priority, or like me it’s more of a patch of grass than a bowling green, sort it out before you go. Give it a thorough mowing, cutting it as short as you dare but without ‘scalping’ it by cutting too low. Next take a pair of lawn edging shears, a half-moon edger or simply a sharp spade and neaten all the edges, including those next to flower beds. The effect of edging lasts far longer than mowing and will not only stop the lawn moving into the flower beds, but also make the grass appear more recently maintained.

Make sure that all plants, especially those in containers and those forming fruit whilst you’re away, are given a good feed before you go. Liquid feeds usually have the speediest response, but if you’re taking a long trip, controlled release fertiliser granules will last for longer.

If you use a dry or granular feed, make sure that you water it in well unless it’s just about to rain.

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It really is worth persuading a friend, relative or neighbour to pop in to your garden and do the odd bit of watering. Make sure to suggest that they pick the sweet-peas, harvest some veg and so forth, then you’ll both benefit.

A good, thorough watering of the garden will mean that plants in open ground should be unharmed by hot weather for a good while. Plants in pots and tubs are totally reliant on you if there is not much rain, so make these your priority, and tell your plant-sitter where all the containers are, especially those out of sight.

Many plants cease flowering if faded flowers are left on them and allowed to start to form seeds. This means it’s extra important to remove every faded bloom before you leave. If you’re off for more than a week, I suggest ‘dead heading’ not only the faded flowers, but also those which are just starting to fade. A sharp pair of scissors or just your finger and thumb should do the trick.

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Hanging baskets are invariably in the hottest, sunniest pots in the garden and with their roots up in the air they are especially prone to drought. Unless you have a really reliable watering helper lined up, it’s best to carefully lower hanging baskets and stand each one on its own pot in a shady spot where it will dry out less quickly.

Planters and patio pots lose moisture very readily especially if the weather is hot, windy or, worse, a combination of both. By carefully grouping the pots together in one place you’ll not only make it easier for your holiday helper to find them all, but will also create shade around the roots of the pots, so reducing the risk of drought and heat damage. Try to position more drought tolerant patio plants such as pelargoniums, towards the outer edge of the group, and more drought prone plants towards the cooler centre of the group.

Make sure that your garden sheds and other storage areas are properly secured so that there’s less chance that any light-fingered guests will burgle your belongings. It’s worth giving the padlock keys to a neighbour, just in case there is anything in the shed that might be needed in your absence.

Ladders, mattocks, spades and other gardening items that could be used to break into your house (or the shed) should be removed completely, or locked away out of sight so that they don’t encourage burglary.

Finally check that plants are healthy and that any new outbreaks of pests or diseases are treated or dealt with before you go - leave a handful of whitefly in your greenhouse, or a few greenfly on your roses, and there may well be a full-scale disaster zone when you return!

V i s i t P i p p a ’ s w e b s i t e www.pippagreenwood.com and make Veg Growing Easy. Just select the vegetables you’d like to grow and you’ll receive garden ready veg plants PLUS every week Pippa emails you hints, tips and advice about your chosen veg.

From just £39 for up to 66 garden-ready plants, 6 packets of seed and the weekly emails.

Pippa’s website now also offers a great selection of growing frames, cloches, raised bed kits and biological controls.

Gardening Service Lawns, Hedges, Garden Tidy Ups etc Gutter Cleaning Also Undertaken

All Aspects Of Wall & Floor Tiling FREE ESTIMATES

Lawns Cut

–Kitchens –Kitchens –Bathrooms –Bathrooms –Floors –Floors –Outside Stairs –Outside

£10 Call Graham on: 07879 664 679

Tel: 07909 508 115 Tel: 07795 565 647

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PAYING TOO MUCH FOR YOUR PRINTING? A6 POSTCARDS - FULL COLOUR 350 gsm 5000 Double Side 10000 Double Side

£115 £220 £169

A5 FLYERS - FULL COLOUR 135 gsm 5000 Single Side Double Side 10000 Single Side Double Side

£110 £89 £115 £210 £225 £169 Please call for other quantities

BUSINESS CARDS MATT LAMINATED DOUBLE SIDE 400 gsm 500 1000 2500 5000

Sale prices end 30/9/2012

£60 £90 £75 £135 £265 £179

STATIONERY PACKS A 500 Business Cards 500 Letterheads 500 Comp Slips £230

B 1000 Business Cards 1000 Letterheads 1000 Comp Slips £330

SB Print High Quality - Low Cost

C 2000 Business Cards 2000 Letterheads 2000 Comp Slips £425

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BLIND SALE

Vertical Blinds

AUG & SEPT ONLY Quote Ref: BBD

Our FULL Range

BUY 2 GET 1 FREE 122 Kirkintilloch Road Bishopbriggs Glasgow G64 2AB

Offers are for a limited period only and subject to availability, while stocks last. Terms and conditions apply.

Free Home Visit

Tel: 0141 772 1000

Free No Obligation Quote

Free Measure

ABC CARPETCLEAN Let us care for your carpets and upholstery The amazing steam cleaning system

DRY IN TWO HOURS (approx)

Carpets One Room Two Rooms

£35 £45

Suites Cotton Leather

£50 £55

PROMITE: Fabric Protection with Dust Mite Eliminator

24 HOUR - 7 DAY SERVICE

Tel: 0141 779 9518 / 07947 127 394 16 Mount Harriet Drive, Stepps

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WHY INSTALL SOLAR PANELS? INSTALLATION COSTS PAID BACK IN 8 YEARS GUARANTEED INCOME FOR 25 YEARS SAVES MONEY GOOD FOR THE PLANET TAX FREE

Renewable electricity specialists & solar power installers, who offer you the latest technological innovations at affordable prices.

Making solar power a practical solution for everyone.

We are passionate about renewable energy and the benefits this technology can bring in terms of environmental impact and energy independence in these times of rising energy costs.

LIMITED OFFER Due to the Government changes in feed-in tariff payments, Electricity For Free - in partnership with our suppliers - have managed to secure a limited number of PV Systems at a vastly reduced rate.

Prices from £2995 and up to £6995

These can still generate returns up to 12% PA. www.electricityforfree.net

T: 0800 0352 213

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Before Extension

After Extension

Full Design & Build Service Loft Conversions Extensions Garage Conversions Conservatories Property Maintenance UPVC Roof Lining Kitchen & Bathroom Installation

Tel: 0141 563 6697 Mob: 07950 411 388 20 Eldon Gardens, Bishopbriggs, G64 2EU

West End Roofing & Building Maintenance

EMERGENCY ROOF REPAIRS (24 HOURS)

Your FULL COLOUR advert here £115 for 4 months Delivered to 12,500 homes throughout Bishopbriggs, Robroyston, Torrance, Auchinairn & Colston

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07951 543 512 / 0141 237 3597 Email: westendroofing@live.co.uk www.westend-roofing.co.uk

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Index of Advertisers: Accountancy: Gerald Neil Advertising: Bishopbriggs Directory Aerials: SK Aerials Aerials: SAS Satellites Architectural Plans: Penman Architectural Plans Barber: Teresa’s Barber Shop Barber: Pit Stop Barbers Bathrooms: P & N Bathrooms Beauty: In Touch Beauty: Nailz 2 U Blinds: Apollo Blinds Blinds: Eastend Window Blinds Blinds: Kwik Blinds Blind Cleaning: Blind Cleaning Services Builder: Gartshore Construction Builder: Kenmure Joiners & Builders Builder: Scott MacInnes Car Repairs: Ross’s Autos Car Body Repairs: Chips Away Car Body Repairs: Spectrum Car Sales: Audi Technik Centre Carpetcleaning: ABC Carpetclean Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning: Safecare Children’s Activities: City Kids Childrens Clothing: GlitterBug Children’s Tuition: Kip McGrath Cleaning: Helping Hands on Hand Computer Repairs: PCKwikfix Computer Repairs: PC Doctor Computer & Monitor Repairs: MRG Curtains: Designer Curtains Dentist: Woodhill Dental Practice Dentist: Springburn Dental Care Doors: Smiths Doors Double Glazing: Smiths Windows Dry Cleaning: Cross Court Cleaners Electrician: IS Electrical Electrician: A&A Electrics Electronics: RMT Electronic Services Fireplaces: M&J Fireplaces Flooring: Kenmure Carpets Florist: Oops A Daisy Garage: Briggs Vehicles Garage: Audi Technik Centre Garage Doors: Powerdoors Garage Doors: Garage Door Co. Gardening: Gardening Service

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Golf: Esporta Dougalston Golf Club: Bishopbriggs Golf Club Graphic Design: Flow Gym: Curves Hairdressing: Technik Handy Man: The Handy Man Handy Man: One Call Heating Engineers: RM Plumbing & Gas Heating Engineers: Boiler Change Co. Heating Engineers: Stephen Thomson Home Improvements: PSHI Home improvements: P.S.G Horse Riding: Kenmure Riding School Ironing: Auchinairn Ironing Room Ironing: I.P Ironing Service Jewellers: Jeffrey Fyfe Joiner: GR Joinery Joiner: Andrew McCulloch Joinery: Cutting Edge Joinery Monoblocking: Brian Rule Music School: Melrose Music School Oven Cleaning: Diamond Oven Clean Painter/Decorator: Brian Flanigan Painter/Decorator: Creation Painter/Decorator: John Fullerton Photographer: Grace Callan Plasterer: Plastercraft Plasterer: AT Plastering Plumbing: Andy Allison Plumbing: J & L Plumbing Plumber: One Call Printing: SB Print Property Maintenance: RMG Public House: Crow Tavern Roofer: Masteroofing Roofer: West End Roofing Roofer: 1st Call Roofing Roughcasting: SRS Rubbish Removal: General Junk Solar Roofing: Electricity For Free Solar Roofing: Solar Solutions Scotland Swimming Lessons: Wavelength Tanning: Dial A Tan Taxi: East Dunbartonshire TOA Tiling: Northside Tiling Tiling: Sams Ceramics Upholstery: JC Upholstery Wholesalers: Costco Welding: DC Fabrications Wedding Cars: Sovereign Select

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