Thinking of being more sustainable

Sustainability, although it is an increasingly important factor, it may not be the first reason to buy the the replacement product you need.

Experts say consumer product choices are influenced by a complex blend of practical, personal, and psychological considerations. These elements affect everything from everyday purchases to significant investments.

We like to think we have a bit of expertise too. We've made it our job to speak up for, give a shout out for all things sustainable.  We understand price, quality and reputation count with you, they are very important. Is it possible we can match that assurance, we are certainly able to deliver proven products for your home and garden.

If you have come this far, maybe this is the time to make that next step.  We do know that behind the button below are mouthwatering options.

We can make organic food more prolific, more available. If we create more demand for organic food we will generate the call for more organic farms. In turn that will make a huge difference in our countryside. Fewer pesticides means more insects, more birds, more hedgerows, more wildlife and more animals raised to the very highest standards.

The good news is that organic products are available in hundreds of stores near you including supermarkets, lots of independent retailers, farms shops, vegan and vegetarian shops. It is really easy to get more organic on your plate, the flavour is more intense, the family will love it. 

We have learned, because its never too late to discover, there is a more eloquent way of seeing sustainability. We see it as regeneration, and it is happening now in our fields, in our hedgerows, in our woodland, and as it does then three noble attributes of nature generate:

• renewal,
• restoration
• natural growth

You will find them all actively thriving at the Soil Association, a charity that helps consumers, farmers and growers.

The Soil Association has developed a nationwide map of where you can buy certified organic produce, or if you prefer a vegetable box delivered to your door.

It is an amazing resource full of help, advice and tips. You could start today, wherever you live in the UK their online guide will help you buy organic fruit and vegetables near you or get it delivered.

How can we be more sustainable when it comes to cleaning, personal care and hygiene products. What difference is there between what you use now, and the products we offer. Here are a few major reasons to buy.

1. Without question the significant difference is no more plastic, no more one trip bottles.
2. Next there are triple guarantees: on the environment, on transparency and on accountability
3. These products are made by businesses that demonstrate positive impacts on employees and communities

These companies have achieved B Corp certification, a standard that signifies that company's commitment to high social and environmental standards, transparency, and accountability. 

But most important of all, every year the business publish their positive impact on their stakeholders, their employees, the local community, their customers and the environment. You can see that impact report alongside the products they manufacture, you can see how each year they measure up to the highest standards in society today.

So why should you change from the brands you buy today, even if these businesses do what it says on the tin!

Its completely your choice, our suggestion is that you can join these companies, you can make your own positive impact one that your family and friends will admire you for and here is how:

Household consumables, personal care, hygiene, cleaning and laundry products need replenishing regularly.

For you to make that really big impact, keep in mind three words:  reduce, reuse, recycle, if you will, they are a personal tag line, they remind you at different points in your day you do have a choice, make more waste, or manage your waste. It really is that simple and very quickly you will pick up tips and advice on individual products, the kind that says: 'I wish I'd known that before'. 

Sooner or later every room in the home, in the garden, the garage, the tool shed will need items to be replenished or replaced, your positive impact will reduce waste, reduce energy consumption it should lower utility bills. You will be part of that growing impetus, that visible change in society, and you can say, I was there at the beginning.

Your booked into your hotel, now its time to relax and enjoy. We've a bit of a challenge for you, though the small amount of effort involved will be worth it.

Choose to eat at local restaurants and cafes that use ethically sourced, organic, and locally produced food, often found at local markets. The hospitality resources on our pages will be only too pleased to help.

These days it is a given that hotels or lodgings will use renewable energy, operate recycling programs and implement water-saving measures. Whenever you can leave a note for the housekeeper and let the hotel staff, in front of house, in the kitchens know you appreciate their efforts. Recognition of a hotel's sustainable efforts is important. Staff in the kitchens, the restaurants and housekeepers will all feel their efforts are worthwhile.

It costs nothing to be nice, but it is worth a fortune in kindness. And you will be remembered when others are forgotten.