Monitoring the water quality of your garden pond can have a huge effect on its ability to sustain life. The pH level (alkalinity or acidity) of pond water will affect fish health and determine whether aquatic plants will grow.

You have invested in your dream shower, you’ve only been using it for a couple of weeks and you notice the limescale marks marring the appearance of the glass, Quelle Horreur, how can you restore your sparkling and expensive glass cubicle to its former glory?

"Hard" water is the term used to describe water that has a high content of dissolved minerals, specifically calcium and magnesium. Living in a hard water area can have hidden costs and reducing the effects of hard water can save you significant amounts of money.

Whilst most of us will probably never get the chance to live by the waterside, we can create ponds or water features in our gardens that enable us to enjoy many of the benefits of being by the waterside.