Reviews & Articles

Shedding light on the most durable (and shoddy) products. Read our independent reviews, advice on living a calmer, less wasteful life, plus the latest news about our mission to end throwaway culture.

Capture flame-grilled flavour with the Solidteknics Barbecue Pan

Harness the magic of open fire cooking with the Solidteknics Barbecue Pan.

7 August 2020

Six reasons why our customers love Solidteknics

Each of our fantastic range of Solidteknics AUS-ION™ pans is the epitome of a Buy Me Once product. Every aspect of the design, materials and construction has been carefully considered, combining performance and strength to make it one of the best frying pans on the market.

3 August 2020

How do you make a buy-for-life toaster?

We look into British engineering legends Dualit, who are bucking the trend of throwaway appliances.

24 July 2020

Darn Tough: the last socks you'll ever need. Really.

We delve into what makes Darn Tough socks the best, from the merino wool thread, to the exceptional construction and mind-boggling lifetime guarantee.

7 July 2020

How to season your new cast iron skillet

Follow this guide for straightforward advice on how to season, wash and use your cast iron pan. You’ll be passing down the knowledge - and the pan! - to future generations.

30 June 2020

How to maintain a razor-sharp knife

In this guide we cover different kinds of sharpening tools, as well as top tips for keeping your knives in great condition for longer - so that your blades can last for life.

9 June 2020

TOG knives: Japanese craftsmanship, British design

This small British company takes ancient Japanese craftsmanship traditions, and uses them to make beautiful knives for the modern kitchen. Prepare to get a bit nerdy with us as we delve into exactly what makes these knives so special, from the unique materials and designs, to the amazing story behind them.

28 May 2020

Shop Independent: Lüks Linen - Buy Me Once UK

Meet the Maker: Lüks Linen

We caught up with Rachel Ward, founder of Lüks Linen: makers of beautiful hand-loomed Turkish blankets, scarves, towels and robes. How is this independent brand coping with lockdown?

7 May 2020

The Murky World Of Textiles Recycling & How To Beat It

Buying durable products that last a lifetime keeps non-biodegradable materials out of landfill for as long as possible. But when we replace our unwanted clothes and shoes with better quality ones, or when the things we own just don’t work anymore, we need to be very mindful of how we go about disposing of them. Simply throwing away unwanted textiles with the usual rubbish won’t cut it.

1 May 2020

Shop Independent: Lowie - Buy Me Once UK

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