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How much does a Buy Me Once Bestseller cost per use? - Buy Me Once UK

How much does a Buy Me Once Bestseller cost per use?

The cost-per-use of an item is simply the number of items we think we’ll use a product, divided by its price. The majority of our Buy Me Once Bestsellers are covered by generous guarantees. Even if they’re more expensive than your average product, they’ll last many, many times longer.

A buy-for-life… umbrella? - Buy Me Once UK

A buy-for-life… umbrella?

Read all about what makes our Blunt umbrellas so tough.
Buy Me Once in the News - Buy Me Once UK

Buy Me Once in the News

The idea of having things for a long time has proven to be a powerful and relatable concept, garnering attention all around the world. Have a read of what people have been saying about us.
16 long-lasting alternatives to repeat purchases - Buy Me Once UK

16 long-lasting alternatives to repeat purchases

Sometimes we're so accustomed to buying things again and again, we don't realise there's a better way.
Capture flame-grilled flavour with the Solidteknics Barbecue Pan - Buy Me Once UK

Capture flame-grilled flavour with the Solidteknics Barbecue Pan

Harness the magic of open fire cooking with the Solidteknics Barbecue Pan.
Six reasons why our customers love Solidteknics - Buy Me Once UK

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. 

How do you make a buy-for-life toaster? - Buy Me Once UK

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

We look into British engineering legends Dualit, who are bucking the trend of throwaway appliances.
Darn Tough: the last socks you'll ever need. Really. - Buy Me Once UK

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.
How to make your socks last longer - Buy Me Once UK

How to make your socks last longer

Socks are one of those things we tend not to think about until something goes wrong. Holes in toes are irritating for an entire day, and losing a favoured sock can be a tragedy. Because socks are pretty cheap, we don’t tend to give their longevity a lot of thought. But how long are socks supposed to last? And is it ever possible to have a pair of socks for life?

How to season your new cast iron skillet - Buy Me Once UK

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.
How to maintain a razor-sharp knife - Buy Me Once UK

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.
TOG knives: Japanese craftsmanship, British design - Buy Me Once UK

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.