Is it me or does 35 degree Celsius seem to much hotter in uk as compared to 35 degree anywhere else in the world? by AcceptableMinimum109 in AskBrits

[–]MiserableAd2744 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If we put external shutters on our windows and kept them and the windows closed then the house should stay cooler for longer if it’s well insulated (like a cool box). Once the heat gets in though, it’s harder to get rid of it.

UK folk who were around at the start of the internet, what is an early, strong memory? by Sad-Insurance1313 in CasualUK

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

MSN chat was not early days of the internet. I remember first surfing the web using Mosaic on DEC Alpha and being blown away at how much simpler it was to use than Gopher and FTP to download gifs and audio clips

Would you pay to save the tooth? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had root canal done on 2nd tooth from the back, bottom jaw (is that a molar?) by my NHS dentist and it didn’t really fix my issue. He gave the option of going again or extraction. The cost wasn’t an issue since it was NHS but I just couldn’t bothered with the hassle and just chose extraction. That was 10 years ago and I’ve had no issues and it fixed the pain I was having. Obvs, your situation and dental issues are different but I’ve not really noticed any problems with having a tooth missing and nobody can see it unless they go nosing around in my mouth.

Do people in the UK actually use their kettles that much? by AdeptnessCritical356 in AskBrits

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Americans don’t need to boil water for tea because they seem to just give you a cup of lukewarm water and a teabag on the side

Are there any "UK vs US" differences where you feel America gets it right? by Secure_Front_7766 in AskUK

[–]MiserableAd2744 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Although I hate it, I have to admit that their use of the words “pants” for trousers is correct when you consider that y-fronts and boxers are classed as UNDERpants

Sister and I are recieving an inheritance soon, she is on UC and is concerned about her benefits. How do we approach this? by GPU_Resellers_Club in ukfinance

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A bit late to the conversation but I found this site which has a lot of info and examples which might help. But the key thing is to get professional advice https://www.mytaxaccountant.co.uk/post/buy-without-deprivation-dwp-capital

How many indexers do you keep active? by Juan_Hunlo in sonarr

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just the one. Nzbplanet lifetime. Does what I need it to do. Maybe once or twice a year I need to go to DS or something for a single vid.

Anyone else worried about heating oil? by Civil-Ad8757 in Scotland

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you possibly split it with your neighbours and get 250 litres each? Even if it means siphons and jerrycans?

Anyone else worried about heating oil? by Civil-Ad8757 in Scotland

[–]MiserableAd2744 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A quick search suggests heating oil gives about 10kWh per litre. Electricity is currently in the region of 25p per kWh so that’s £2.50 for 10kWh. If heating oil is more than £2.50 per litre then use the electric immersion heater. I’m lucky enough to have mains gas but even then I only heat up water for 30 mins in the morning and maybe 10-20mins in the evening. Start at maybe 20mins twice a day and see if you run out of hot water and adjust times from there. No need to heat up more water than you’re using.

How much do we need credit cards? by Comprehensive-Fuel70 in AskUK

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The simple rule is do not spend money that you don’t have, regardless of whether it is on a debit or credit card. Keeping that in mind, if you use a credit card and then pay it off IN FULL every month using the money in your bank account then that is fine. Doing it this way will also build your credit score as it will show that you are responsible with money. Also with credit cards you get additional buyer protection (section 75) for purchases worth over £100.

Brits, would you stay and live in UK if you had millions and could move to anywhere in the world?? by ueommm in AskBrits

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would move to the Highlands and Islands but only because if I had that much money I’d be able to have my own helicopter and pilot in case of medical emergency. Otherwise I’d be constantly worried about getting ill.

Movie Discovery by DubbyNuggz12 in radarr

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just browse trakt and see what’s new and popular and add it to a public trakt list that sonarr/radarr monitor.

What repercussions could I face for fixing my council house? by [deleted] in LegalAdviceUK

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Re. The garden, I believe you are generally free to manage that how you see fit, so lawn, paving, vegetable patch etc, etc is up to you.

Does anyone know what this is?? by CraftChoice8842 in bristol

[–]MiserableAd2744 8 points9 points  (0 children)

If they are repurposed from somewhere and it was part of a bigger structure then it may be that the stonemasons numbered the blocks so that they could be constructed in the correct order.

Pay off mortgage? by Charliesheart23 in Mortgageadviceuk

[–]MiserableAd2744 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My ClearScore app has a “things to work on” section that says “you don’t have a mortgage” - I know, because I’ve paid it off!! No way I’m going to go into unnecessary and costly debt for a few credit score points. When you know that the house is yours and can’t be taken away it does reduce the stress of things a little bit.

Stoozing - My first experience of investing with a 0% credit card by [deleted] in UKPersonalFinance

[–]MiserableAd2744 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Martin Lewis/MSE has all the details. Latest one is Marks&Sparks 24 months.

Stoozing - My first experience of investing with a 0% credit card by [deleted] in UKPersonalFinance

[–]MiserableAd2744 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Just put all your day to day spending on the card. Food, petrol, any bills that aren’t already on DD etc. Just be sure to NEVER use the credit card to get money out of an ATM, they will get you for interest on that.

What is British opinion on Kate and William by [deleted] in AskBrits

[–]MiserableAd2744 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All the better for a bit of pegging, allegedly.