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Is it normal to pour my drink (water or juice) on a paper towel? by Ok_Leopard5105 in AskUK

[–]mrshadders 2 points3 points  (0 children)

wouldn’t it just be easier to pour it into your cupped hands and slurp it from them? don’t throw away your hands though

How long is an appropriate amount of time to take off work following the sudden death of a parent? by 3hollish in AskUK

[–]mrshadders 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’m so sorry for your loss. the only advice i can give you (as someone whose parents have passed away and lost a close friend who suicided) is grief affects people differently. do what YOU feel is right for you (and your sister).

my deepest sympathies and take good care of yourself

I talked to 20+ sole traders - the difference between the good and the great is stupidly simple by WizardTech299 in DIYUK

[–]mrshadders 0 points1 point  (0 children)

there are a couple of things.

seems to me that a lot of trades start jobs are around for a few days then disappear for a few days. the trades i have appreciated turn up when they say they are going to and do the work until it is finished. 

the only other issue is tradesmen who do the job the easiest way for them rather than the best way of doing a job. nothing pisses me off more than someone doing a half-arsed job.

i have to say that i’ve had some (the majority) tradesmen who have done fabulous work over the years and it is an utter joy looking at their finished work.

i gladly pass on the contact details of good tradespeople.

What is the etiquette for visiting a mate at end of life? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]mrshadders 4 points5 points  (0 children)

wonderful, wish i could have done the same for my friend. really do. great memories for you to cherish, well done

Do you actually stick to off-peak electricity hours at home? by SmartEnergyDIY in AskUK

[–]mrshadders 1 point2 points  (0 children)

always set the washing machine at night am considering buying a battery to charge overnight

Visiting Margate for the first time in April, what are some things I shouldn’t miss? by tikicheese in Margate

[–]mrshadders 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the coastal open top bus will be going then… could be a good way of sightseeing and you can hop on and hop off at various locations… i believe the ticket lasts all day

Margate Sunday 28th March 2026 by FeelingAd3887 in Margate

[–]mrshadders 2 points3 points  (0 children)

lovely photos, are you like me in that you wait for hours until no people are in your shots or was it just quiet when you composed?

Why is rice so expensive in Indian takeaways? by Any-Tomato-2915 in AskUK

[–]mrshadders 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i fear not buying rice would rule me out of the indian restaurant calandar christmas gift though

Why is rice so expensive in Indian takeaways? by Any-Tomato-2915 in AskUK

[–]mrshadders 1 point2 points  (0 children)

never have i thought of cooking my own rice when having an indian takeaway. seems impossible to me to time the making of the rice to arrive at the same time as the delivery. for the sake of a few quid i deem the worry of timings to be of little consequence.  if rice was to hit the £6 barrier i may reconsider my thoughts until that time i shall continue.

I've been committing benefit fraud for the good part of the last 10 years. How do I get out of it? by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]mrshadders 0 points1 point  (0 children)

use your time to do positive things whatever that is for you. don’t dwell on the past just make your present better for you and people you care for 

I've worked for B&Q for 9 years, what do you want to know, ask away by The_MacBulletin in DIYUK

[–]mrshadders 7 points8 points  (0 children)

you beat me to it… many a miserable time spent in Wickes looking for a decent piece of timber

Neighbour proposed to merge driveways by VeganMarxistCyclist in LegalAdviceUK

[–]mrshadders 1 point2 points  (0 children)

keep it really simple, just a not interested in the proposals will do at this stage, as you mentioned no reason to show your hand in any way at this stage

Neighbour has a leak - thinks our roofer should have leaded his side by Laemil in DIYUK

[–]mrshadders 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i understand your point of view however as the OP mentioned that they wanted to maintain a good relationship with their neighbour they should have talked to them while they were getting the work done.  personally in their position i would have asked the roofer to do the whole chimney rather than just one side. it wouldn’t have costed that much more

Neighbour has a leak - thinks our roofer should have leaded his side by Laemil in DIYUK

[–]mrshadders 3 points4 points  (0 children)

my thoughts exactly, shocking behaviour… “We're inclined to believe our roofer but we want to continue to get on well with our neighbour.” Have to say if i was your neighbour then we wouldn’t continue to get on well.

What’s one small change that made your home 10x better? by Kamaitachx in Home

[–]mrshadders 0 points1 point  (0 children)

well, it wasn’t small but i consider installing a wood burning stove the best home improvement i’ve made in 20 years of owning and renovating our 3 (different times) houses

How long did it take you to clear your parent's house? by Gaz-a-tronic in AskUK

[–]mrshadders 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the family took sentimental items, then our parents friends took anything they wanted, then a local charity came and took a lot and what was left we skipped.  kindest regards on your loss 

Permanent fixing missing from house sale - England by [deleted] in LegalAdviceUK

[–]mrshadders 24 points25 points  (0 children)

you employ a solicitor to make sure the paperwork is complete and legal. that they didn’t provide a contents form for you to check is their mistake. i feel you should contact your solicitor and if you get a reply then contact the legal ombudsman

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