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Gloved hands spraying mould remover onto black mould on a bathroom wall

How to Remove Black Mould Safely

- 2026-10-28 - Claudia Baran-Konarska comment

What works, what makes it worse, and when to stop and call a professional. Last updated: 18 October 2026 Short answer: wear proper protection, use a fungicidal product rather than dry brushing, ventilate the room,…

Heavy condensation running down a bedroom window on a winter morning

Damp & Mould

Condensation on Windows Every Morning

- 2026-10-24 - Claudia Baran-Konarska comment

Why your windows are wet, when it is normal, and what to do before the mould appears. Last updated: 18 October 2026 Short answer: condensation on windows is normal in cold weather. It becomes a…

Damp patch with a tide mark next to black mould in the corner of a room

Damp & Mould

Black Mould vs Damp

- 2026-10-21 - Claudia Baran-Konarska comment

They often appear together, but they are not the same problem. Here is how to tell them apart and why it matters for fixing your home. Last updated: 18 October 2026 Short answer: damp is…

Our new garden terrace with a hanging cocoon chair

News

The Terrace That Laughs at English Rain: Our…

- 2026-08-07 - Martin Konarski comment

The Terrace That Laughs at English Rain: Our Garden Cocoon Story Introduction In England, we plan garden days around the weather forecast the way other people plan around the school calendar. So when we finally…

Environment / Home

The £7,500 Heat Pump Revolution: A Returnee’s Guide…

- 2026-02-13 - Martin Konarski comment

The £7,500 Heat Pump Revolution: A Returnee’s Guide to British Homes Going Green By Marcin Konarski Home Ideas February 2025 A Homecoming After Six Years When I boarded that flight to California in 2019, leaving…

Environment

Climate change & economy

- 2025-03-17 - Martin Konarski 5 Comments

Title: Climate Change and the Economic Shift: How Extreme Weather and Green Energy Are Reshaping the Economy The recent surge in home insurance premiums, severe weather events in the US, and the transformation of Grangemouth…

Black mould around a uPVC window frame in a rented flat

Health

Black Mould in Rental Homes

- 2025-02-10 - Claudia Baran-Konarska 5 Comments

A practical guide for tenants in England: what causes it, what your landlord must do, how to report it, and how to clean it without making things worse. Last updated: 18 October 2026 If you…

Lifestyle

Irish general election 2024

- 2024-11-29 - Claudia Baran-Konarska 4 Comments

Irish General Election: Voters Cast Their Ballots as New Government Takes Shape The Stage is Set for a Historic Election The Republic of Ireland has long been known for its vibrant politics, and the upcoming…

Lifestyle

Brother’s belongings thrown away after death

- 2024-11-27 - Martin Konarski 9 Comments

Council's Callousness: Brother's Belongings Thrown Away After Death in Emergency Accommodation A Heart-Wrenching Story of Neglect and Mismanagement The story of Simon Byrne, a man who accused the local council of throwing away his brother's…

Lifestyle

The one expense you must cut in retirement

- 2024-10-08 - Martin Konarski 4 Comments

Suze Orman: Cut Dining Out to Save Your Retirement As we age, it's essential to be mindful of our expenses, especially when living on a fixed income. Suze Orman, a renowned financial expert, emphasizes the…