October 9th, 2024 Posted in Home, Home Assistant, Narrowboat
Narrowboat home automation – basic Aqara setup
A neighbour’s narrowboat sank yesterday which is my worst nightmare as a liveaboard boater. I’ve been thinking about some light (floating) home automation after finding out about water sensors and Aqara’s range was a good fit.
August 25th, 2024 Posted in Narrowboat
Narrowboat log – August 2024
Rust treatment on the outside deck, building a workbench from scrap wood and being plagued by spiders.
June 12th, 2024 Posted in Business, Ethical/Eco
Ways we can Reduce, Reuse and Recycle in our small businesses
Here are some ideas of how we can make our small businesses more sustainable with the “Three Rs” – reduce, reuse, recycle.
June 4th, 2024 Posted in Cars, Ethical/Eco
Take on the Going Car Free Challenge 2024
Calling drivers across the UK, are you ready for a challenge? Summer’s here and the time is right for the Going Car Free Challenge – a month of climate-friendly travel.
May 3rd, 2024 Posted in Narrowboat
Narrowboat log: May 24
Lots to report since the last narrowboat log, with engine servicing and a narrowboat friendly sofa
April 23rd, 2024 Posted in Web Design
Five of my essential WordPress plugins for 2024
Here are five of my favourite WordPress plugins.