The Most Reliable Kettle in The UK 2025 - And Why Do Kettles Die Anyway?
Oh to find a reliable kettle!There you are, bleary-eyed at 7 a.m., clutching your mug like it’s a lifeline, when your faithful kettle lets out a final wheeze and... nothing....
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The AI Robots are Coming... But What Shape Will They Be?
It’s 2033, and you’re drive into your local dump. Getting out of your car, you stare out at by far the biggest pile of rubbish in the place - an...
Solidteknics: Beyond Traditional Carbon Steel and Cast Iron Cookware
If you've been hunting online for "SolidTeknics carbon steel" or "SolidTeknics cast iron," you're not alone. But Solidteknics is neither of those things... and that's precisely what makes these pans special.
SolidTeknics AUS-ION isn't traditional carbon steel or cast iron - it's what happens when clever engineers decide to solve all the problems of both materials at once.
Made from 100% Australian wrought iron, these seamless one-piece pans deliver the heat retention of cast iron at half the weight, with the quick-heating properties of carbon steel but none of the warping issues.
Breaking In: A Change of the Guard in the Bootmaking World
Shoe giant Timberland long stood as a bastion of quality within the throwaway world of fashion. As its standards have slipped, industry rivals refuse to pick up the slack. The mainstream of the shoe industry is banking on customers accepting a new normal.
Introducing: Thought Clothing
Warmer climes and (slightly) sunnier skies are finally here. Summer travels beckon and the sartorial challenge of summer dressing while avoiding non-stop beach wear must be attended to. Look no further than our July spotlight brand, Thought Clothing (formerly Braintree Clothing).
The BuyMeOnce Kitchen: Build a Kitchen to Last a Lifetime
We spend a healthy chunk of our lives in the kitchen. Here at BuyMeOnce we believe that a kitchen should be filled with long-lasting, durable products that can withstand rigorous daily use and are robust enough to pass on to the next generation.
5 BuyMeOnce Wedding Gifts for Every Budget
Give the happy couple something so solid it can be handed down through the generations. A gift as durable as their commitment to each other.
5 Reasons to Buy Built-To-Last, Eco-Friendly Products
Our guest writer Cody from EcoShoppr shares the reasons he’s buying things once and buying things green. The shopping world in 2016 may seem totally materialistic and impulse driven. But there’s good news: it’s changing. There can be enormous value in just pausing, taking a breath, and moving a small step back before you get catapulted to the checkout.
Spotlight on Miele: Washing Machines and Vacuums, Made Better
When it comes to appliance longevity, Miele claim to set the bar. Their motto is “Immer Besser”, “Forever Better” in English. The method is quality over quantity, legacy over short-term profit. And their philosophy isn’t just unique among the giants of appliance manufacturing -- it's quite unique among large companies in general.
Discover sustainable luxury with Elvis & Kresse
Elvis & Kresse is a BuyMeOnce brand to its core. They create beautifully crafted luggage and accessories from ultra durable, reclaimed materials. Decommissioned fire hose, salvaged from British Fire Brigades, is at the heart of everything they do. Elvis & Kresse re-work this sturdy hero into timeless, useful designs that are made to last.
Brew the Best Espresso of Your Life with ROK
At BuyMeOnce, we’re keen to help you build a kitchen to last you (and your grandchildren’s grandchildren) a lifetime. And if you’re anything like us in the office, your day consists of running back and forth to the coffee machine just to keep upright, which is why we were so excited to come across the London-based brand ROK Kitchen Tools.
How to Create the Best Sustainable Summer Capsule Wardrobe
In principle, capsule wardrobes seem simple; adopting the concept and knowing where to begin, however, less so. The summer capsule wardrobe presents its own set of challenges thanks to the demands on us from work, travel and weather. Let BuyMeOnce be your guide to the sartorial challenge of how to create a summer capsule wardrobe.
