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Considering a Solidteknics frying pan? Here’s what you need to know. - Buy Me Once UK

Considering a Solidteknics frying pan? Here’s what you need to know.

Solidteknics has been a bestseller on our site for several years now, and we’ve been using them on the daily for a long time. Whether you’re new to the Solidteknics brand or not, we want to give you a rundown on exactly what makes these pans different. They'll be last pan you ever buy.
Your things that last - Buy Me Once UK

Your things that last

What are the products you love the most? We wanted to know how long your things had lasted, why you thought they lasted so long, and what those products meant to you.
The linen care guide, by Untied. - Buy Me Once UK

The linen care guide, by Untied.

Linen is a wonderful natural material that comes from the stalks of the flax plant. Unlike cotton, which tends to retain moisture, linen is absorbent and dries quickly. Linen fibre is very strong, but garments and products made from it still need proper care. This is a general guide for how to care for linen garments and interior textiles, helping you make sure they last longer.
Cooking with a Dutch Oven (from a beginner) - Buy Me Once UK

Cooking with a Dutch Oven (from a beginner)

First of all here’s a disclaimer: I’m not a trained cookware critic, an expert in anything kitchenware or to be quite frank particularly ‘skilled’ in the kitchen. But what I am... is busy (as we all are). So convenience is key when preparing the daily meals. Join me as I discover the beautiful versatility of cooking & baking with a Dutch Oven.
Buy cheap, buy twice: how to save money by buying for life - Buy Me Once UK

Buy cheap, buy twice: how to save money by buying for life

Whilst cheap things need to be bought over and over (piling up in landfill in the meantime), you only need to pay for quality once. Buy-for-life products - ones that last forever - provide outstanding value over years of use, even if they represent a much higher upfront cost. 

We’re going to discuss how and why to break away from buying cheap, and how to save money by buying more mindfully.

A linen love affair? Piglet in Bed, reviewed. - Buy Me Once UK

A linen love affair? Piglet in Bed, reviewed.

Piglet in Bed products are more than your average set of bedding or pyjamas, and so to be worth it, I’d say they’d have to live up to their name…Here’s my honest, personal experience of Piglet bedding and pyjamas, from snoozing to lounging and everything in between.
Solidteknics frying pans: a five year review. - Buy Me Once UK

Solidteknics frying pans: a five year review.

So how does a lifetime guaranteed pan live up to expectations 5 years in? Luckily, some of our long-standing team members have written in-depth and honest reviews on life with a Solidteknics pan. Real reviews, from real people.
The best buy-for-life pepper grinders, reviewed. - Buy Me Once UK

The best buy-for-life pepper grinders, reviewed.

So - you’ve decided it’s time to invest in a really good pepper grinder. Since pre-ground pepper isn’t your thing, you’re obviously someone who cares about food. And as all foodies know, having the right tool for the job really can make a difference to your cooking.

How to choose the right pan - Buy Me Once UK

How to choose the right pan

We demystify the different materials that pans can be made from, discussing the pros and cons and the cooking experiences they offer.
The Buy Me Once Kitchen: your essentials, sorted. - Buy Me Once UK

The Buy Me Once Kitchen: your essentials, sorted.

Despite how you’re feeling from one day to the next, your kitchenware should remain a haven within your home. A kitchen should be filled with long-lasting, durable products that withstand rigorous daily use and are robust enough to pass on to the next generation too. Whether you are an amateur cook or professional baker, we at Buy Me Once feel these products will serve you (and your children) for many years to come.
Why we love the ROK manual espresso maker - Buy Me Once UK

Why we love the ROK manual espresso maker

Up your espresso game, with this revolutionary piece of coffee-making equipment. Here's why we love it.
Why make bags from… reclaimed fire hoses? - Buy Me Once UK

Why make bags from… reclaimed fire hoses?

Have you ever come across our Elvis & Kresse range whilst browsing our long-lasting products? If the answer is yes - or perhaps you’re seeing them for the first time - you were probably intrigued by the words ‘reclaimed fire hose’. Well, it’s a pretty incredible story.