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Leaves, breezes and repairs |
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Welcome to the October edition of Green Steps. This month we’ve got information on leafmould, draught-proofing and giving old items a new lease of life. We hope you find it useful! |
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Fallen leaves are one of autumn’s little freebies. Instead of treating them as waste, you can turn them into leafmould, a useful soil conditioner and mulch for the garden. The Royal Horticultural Society says autumn is the ideal time to collect leaves, and even a small garden can make leafmould using perforated bags. It takes a little patience, but your autumn clear-up can become something that helps your garden in the future. Free, simple and satisfyingly circular. |
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Give draughts the cold shoulder |
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Feeling an autumn chill indoors? Before turning up the heating, it’s worth checking whether warmth is escaping through unwanted gaps around windows and doors. The Energy Saving Trust (EST) says draught-proofing can reduce heat loss, making your home more comfortable while reducing the energy needed to heat it. Just remember that ventilation matters too. Purpose-built vents and other ventilation shouldn't be blocked, as fresh air helps keep homes healthy and reduces problems such as condensation and damp. |
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Before replacing something that's broken, why not see whether it can be given another chance? Repair Cafés bring together tools, materials and skilled volunteers to help with repairs to clothes, electrical appliances, crockery, toys and more. There are several repair cafes in East Hampshire, including: Bring along something that needs some attention and get involved in the repair, or simply pop in for a cuppa and find out what's happening.
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