Reviews & Articles
Shedding light on the most durable (and shoddy) products. Read our independent reviews, advice on living a calmer, less wasteful life, plus the latest news about our mission to end throwaway culture.
Solidteknics frying pans: a five year review.
So how does a lifetime guaranteed pan live up to expectations 5 years in? Luckily, some of our long-standing team members have written in-depth and honest reviews on life with a Solidteknics pan. Real reviews, from real people.
The best buy-for-life pepper grinders, reviewed.
So - you’ve decided it’s time to invest in a really good pepper grinder. Since pre-ground pepper isn’t your thing, you’re obviously someone who cares about food. And as all foodies know, having the right tool for the job really can make a difference to your cooking.
I wore these 'unbreakable' tights every day for a month!
I decided the only way to find out if they are actually as durable as they claim was to wear them a considerable amount. So for one month, I wore Sheertex every day.
How to choose the right pan
We demystify the different materials that pans can be made from, discussing the pros and cons and the cooking experiences they offer.
The Buy Me Once Kitchen: your essentials, sorted.
Despite how you’re feeling from one day to the next, your kitchenware should remain a haven within your home. A kitchen should be filled with long-lasting, durable products that withstand rigorous daily use and are robust enough to pass on to the next generation too. Whether you are an amateur cook or professional baker, we at Buy Me Once feel these products will serve you (and your children) for many years to come.
Why we love the ROK manual espresso maker
Up your espresso game, with this revolutionary piece of coffee-making equipment. Here's why we love it.
Why make bags from… reclaimed fire hoses?
Have you ever come across our Elvis & Kresse range whilst browsing our long-lasting products? If the answer is yes - or perhaps you’re seeing them for the first time - you were probably intrigued by the words ‘reclaimed fire hose’. Well, it’s a pretty incredible story.
Cast iron pans: 10 common myths
Cast iron isn’t a dark art. Not only is seasoning and maintenance very straightforward, these pans are tough as nails, and it's hard to ruin them. We wanted to address some of the common misconceptions surrounding cast iron, so that you can do more cooking and less googling.
Buying once: the greenwashing antidote
In today’s market, sustainability sells. In just the past few years, we’ve seen an eco-conscious mindset move from niche to norm - and companies are shapeshifting their branding in order to offer consumers a so-called guilt-free purchase. But how do we know when a product is actually doing good?
How we found our forever coat
We talk about the design, materials and construction of our buy for life Hackney Coat. Plus - top tips for winter coat shopping.
18 long-lasting gifts for foodies.
We’re of the opinion that kitchen gifts perfectly blend practicality with the notion of treating someone.
The problem with flat pack
In the last 60 years, flat pack has taken the country - and the world - by storm. But in the process of designing furniture that anyone can build, has the industry deprioritised longevity? We examine the pros and cons of flat pack, and present our own 'forever furniture'.
