What are Earth Ships and how could they change our future?
At Manor Clearance we are absolute anoraks for sustainability. It is part of our ethos and methodology. So, when we come across something very clever in the world of sustainability, …
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What is upcycling and how does it reduce carbon emissions?
Upcycling involves taking used, old, or discarded items and transforming them into innovative and valuable products that surpass their original form. It differs from recycling in that it doesn’t break …
What is sustainable living?
Sustainable living refers to a lifestyle that aims to minimize the negative impact of individuals or communities on the environment, and to promote sustainable practices that can benefit future generations. …
Is your water colour painting a print in disguise or is it something of value?
Our last article focuses on the unknown value of items in a home that are sometimes thrown or sold, typical of this scenario are water colour paintings. Very often water …
Have you ever cleared your loft? If not, you may be missing out on a small fortune
Have you ever wondered if there is something valuable hiding in the depths of your home? People often disregard the belongings in their loft because we expect valuables to be …
Out with the old in with the new, do you need to keep it?
Have you ever owned something that you have never used but kept as ‘you might use it one day?’ People have an inherent habit of storing belongings that were once …
Behind locked doors there is a hidden hoarding pandemic
Humans by nature are instinctively protective over our possessions, and rightly so as we and those around us work hard for them, but what happens when that protectiveness turns into …
A homeowners guide to sustainable living, are you ready?
In the past 10 years, the need for an environmental change in attitudes has become very apparent in our modern society. With the use of transport, technology, and environmental pollutants …
What is the difference between upcycling and recycling?
Finding new ways to dispose of your belongings in a sustainable way can be difficult when they cannot be conventionally recycled with your local recycling team. Knowing how to upcycle …
Why is it important to value the entire contents of a deceased persons home?
There are many different answers to this question, but the most important thing to remember is something that may seem like it is lacking value to you, could be extremely …