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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Finding hidden gems whilst clearing your home…our process
When clearing your home, there are many surprises you can come across, but the best surprise of all, for us and our clients, is finding a piece of buried treasure …
Upcycling and recycling, is it a long-term change in mentality or just a fad?
In recent years, upcycling of old furniture and just about every item you can imagine has become a major change in public mentality. You could say with have upcycled the …