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The BuyMeOnce Kitchen: Build a Kitchen to Last a Lifetime

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. 
Spotlight on Miele: Washing Machines and Vacuums, Made Better

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.
Kitchen Lighting Ideas with Plumen

Kitchen Lighting Ideas with Plumen

Looking for beautiful kitchen lighting ideas? The kitchen often doubles up as a space for eating, entertaining, working and playing, so it’s important to have beautiful lighting that balances functionality with ambience. Here, more than anywhere else in the house, versatile lighting is essential.
The BuyMeOnce Excellence Awards 2019

The BuyMeOnce Excellence Awards 2019

2019 marks the first year of the BuyMeOnce Excellence Awards. We will run the awards annually with the aim that they will eventually become known as a kitemark of longevity and sustainability. Here is the official list of winners for 2019.
The tough, sustainable broom born out of lockdown - Buy Me Once UK

The tough, sustainable broom born out of lockdown

A buy-once broom is a highly requested item from our audience, and we’ve noticed that it’s searched for a lot in our store too. That tells us that this is a common gripe. So we decided to find a proper broom - one that you can rely on forever.
How To Build Your Perfect Gift Registry: Top Tips and FAQs - Buy Me Once UK

How To Build Your Perfect Gift Registry: Top Tips and FAQs

Want to know how to dodge faux pas and get all the things you want on your wedding registry? We’re going to answer all the questions you’ve been too polite to ask…
Material stories: what is cotton? - Buy Me Once UK

Material stories: what is cotton?

Cotton is such a ubiquitous fabric, you probably haven’t given much thought to where it comes from. But aside from picturing fields of fluffy cotton-ball plants, how much do you really know about this natural fibre?
Glass: the different types, and which to choose - Buy Me Once UK

Glass: the different types, and which to choose

You may think that buying drinking glasses is purely an aesthetic choice. But if you live in an accident-prone household, or simply don’t fancy replacing your glasses ever again, you may be interested to know that this isn’t the case.

We’ll be taking you through the toughest varieties of glass you’ll encounter in drinkware - and some brands to look out for.

7 long-lasting appliances you'll only need to buy once - Buy Me Once UK

7 long-lasting appliances you'll only need to buy once

Although finding buy-for-life appliances is a challenge these days, there are still companies out there making some exceptional stuff. We’ve put together a list of our favourite long-lasting appliances that we’re confident putting our name behind. With sturdy designs, repairable parts and long guarantees, these are appliances you’ll be able to trust for many years.

Summer bedding: prepare for future heatwaves with linen sheets. - Buy Me Once UK

Summer bedding: prepare for future heatwaves with linen sheets.

In order to fall asleep, our bodies have to cool. This is why it’s imperative we keep our sleeping areas as chilled as possible. But if you’d rather not keep a fan or air conditioning unit blasting all night, there’s a much more low-tech way to make your bed more hospitable in hot weather: linen bedding.

Welcome to summer bedding: dreamy (and durable) linen.

Material Stories: what is linen? - Buy Me Once UK

Material Stories: what is linen?

You might have noticed that we sell a lot of linen products, from clothes to pyjamas to bedding. And as specialists in long-lasting stuff, we have good reason to. For the first instalment of our ‘Material Stories’ series, we’re going to explore this remarkable textile: where it comes from, how sustainable it is and, of course, its long-term durability.
The linen care guide, by Untied. - Buy Me Once UK

The linen care guide, by Untied.

Linen is a wonderful natural material that comes from the stalks of the flax plant. Unlike cotton, which tends to retain moisture, linen is absorbent and dries quickly. Linen fibre is very strong, but garments and products made from it still need proper care. This is a general guide for how to care for linen garments and interior textiles, helping you make sure they last longer.