Advantages: sturdy,reliable,easy to get new bulbs.
Disadvantages: none.

...into the mains, but it is supplied with a 10mtr cable, so it has a reasonable range to it, I would also recommend that you use a power breaker when plugging this or any other outside appliance into the mains electricity supply. The pump was turned on, and with no leaks apparent, it was now time to turn the uv unit on. A WORD OF WARNING: Never look at the uv bulb as it can damage your eyes. A faint glow was seen through the hosetails so I knew the unit was on. Now to wait and see if it worked. The change within 2 weeks was almost unbelievable, I could now see the bottom of my pond,(which is 5 feet at it’s deepest),and my fish. The maintenance carried out on this product has been: Each spring I change the uv bulb,(although it is recommended to change bulb every six months), and at the same time clean the quartz tube. When replacing... Read review

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Advantages: Better than normal
Disadvantages: More expensive & 110 volt.

...OK this is a review on a light bulb! "How do you write more than a sentence"? I hear you ask, "Not a clue" says I. Although there are some things you probably don''t know about them. Firstly, the bulbs are more properly called lamps, bulbs are the things that grow in the garden. Secondly, the lamps that are used here are designed to be used in a harsh environment than usual, they are made to stand a lot of abuse, vibration, shocks, and extremes of temperature. They cost a little more, but are designed not to fail as easy as ordinary lamps. These lamps are always "Pearl" ones, not clear that could dazzle. They are made of slightly thicker glass than household ones, and the filaments are able to withstand a little more abuse. They are actually called "Rough service lamps". They are marketed under the brand name "Britelight... Read review

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Advantages: Does work
Disadvantages: None.

...by various company’s Cyprio, Trident, TMC and Yamitsu (see my op on this product for more info) to name a few. Most of these sterilisers consist of a UV bulb in a quartz sleeve, which is then housed in a plastic case. The water is kept away from the bulb by the quartz sleeve. Never look at the UV light, as it is harmful to your eyes. When in use, a UV steriliser gives out ultra violet light, this is harmful and it kills the algae cells in the water, as it passes through the steriliser, the algae cells are then removed by the ponds normal filters. Prices are dependent on pond size, as you need X amount of watts per gallons of water in your pond, depending on which manufacturer you choose to supply you with a UV unit. But prices start from about £35 for the smaller units. Points to remember: NEVER LOOK AT THE UV LIGHT WHEN... Read review

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Advantages: Small packaging, small price, very comfortable
Disadvantages: took 7 days to arrive after ordering

...) Upon visual inspection there is an easy way to tell from the shape of the lens edge whether it is the correct way round, the last lenses i used seemed to be almost the same either way, the only way to tell was to put them in and see if i could see! this was a nice suprise. The lenses seem to be made of a softer more rubber-like material than the other lenses i have tried which may make them more susceptible to damage but will also make them more comfortable for long wear. The inclusion of a UV filter in the lenses is a nice touch as UV is a concern in this day and age.... Read review

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Advantages: shines,protects,gibes the just washed feeling all day.
Disadvantages: slighly exspensive

...light blue containers.I think they only sell this conditioner in one size but its a fairly bigish bottle so it should last you a good while (about 4-5 weeks) This shampoo is fairly good to my skin making my skin.I have not experianced any irritaion to my scalp.Im not quite sure but i belive they do a shampoo/conditioner for sensative skin. The UV filter which is mentioned on the front strenghtens and protects you hair agains split ends and protects from the cold weather. This product is one of the best products around so i dont mind paying the slightley exspensive price tag.This conditioner can also be used for frequent use (every day)... Read review

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Advantages: All in one solution. Neat and tidy.
Disadvantages: Needs setting up prior to installation.

...No, not your partner who refuses to wash. This gizmo is an all-in-one device for clearing the gunge from your outdoor pond so that your fish can see where they are going. Sadly, my fish were doing it blind for far too long so I splashed out on this as a solution. Unfortunately, the results were not instant as it took over a month to clear the existing green algae and other nasties before water clarity was achieved. Of course, it's then a simple maintenance job, which takes little time. The set up is one you have to make up yourself. There are all the bits, but it's a pain when you then have to install it too. You have a large rectangular bin which has two chambers. An inlet, which takes water you pump in from your pond. This allows large sediment to settle and is where the UV bulb is situated. This is a 15W unit... Read review

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Advantages: we would die without it
Disadvantages: we will with it

...Having thought about righting a review on a sun tan or other sun products I thought …. Why bother, I would rather just right a passage about the route cause on why people should use sun block and not go on sun beds…so I got my chemist brain out and here you go…. Hope this piece does not scare the sun lover's amounts you!!! I am very fond of going on holiday and getting a sun tan , but having worked with harmful UV lamps I try to use a sun block which blocks out most of the suns rays. Lets not forget that we need the suns rays to synthesise Vitamin D. Vitamin D is vital for effective calcium absorption by the intestine. Calcium is required for strong bones after all!!. The suns rays can also lead to a heathyer immune system. Ever wondered why so many people are depressed in winter?… this can be due to lack of UV intake leading... Read review

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Advantages: Cheap
Disadvantages: Do not last too long

...Who in their right minds would write a review of light bulbs? Well, to judge from my researches on Ciao, very few. In fact the only bulbs I found here were the sort you plant in the ground. So maybe I am mentally challenged but recently I have been doing a little research into the longevity of these everyday necessities! Maybe readers will feel my conclusions are worth sharing. If not, at least this is a more concise offering than my normal ramblings! A few months ago I received one of those unsolicited state pension projections/ illustrations. It came as a bit of a shock as the reality of my approaching retirement age hadn't hit me before and this prompted thoughts of living on a much reduced income. I must admit that, previously, I was not a keen student of prices because, always being in a hurry, I would just grab what I needed... Read review

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Advantages: great for ailments and for cooking
Disadvantages: you've got to get used to the taste

...Garlic, every vampires nightmare, well not just vampires some people will put up their noses at it and to be honest so did I at one time, but not anymore. As a lover of gardening I like to grow herbs and garlic is one of the plants which is easy to grow and has so many good uses. All you need is a clove of garlic, get it sprouting and plant it outside in the gared this will then grow into a full garlic bulb over the course of the summer months and with the price of garlic these days it's easy and cheaper to grow your own. The garlic family is quite large and amongst its family members are, onions, chives, welsh onion, french garlic, purple garlic and lots of others too. All these have a strong taste and garlic is one of the things which you have to build your taste buds up to, just a little chopped up and sprinkled on your cheese... Read review

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Advantages: readable , informative
Disadvantages: none

...The latest addition to my gardening library is The bulb expert by DR Hessayon . I managed to buy it for £1.99 which I'm pleased about as the cover price is £5.99 . This is a book first published in 1995 so it is not the latest in the long line of "expert " books but it is one of the best in my view. The book has 128 pages and is full colour throughout like other expert books. The book starts off with an interesting short chapter on the history of bulbs mentioning Tulipmania that well known craze that hit Holland in the 17th Century.This chapter also tells us when the first sightings in Britain were of certain bulbs etc which I found interesting. The book looks at all forms of bulbs not just "true " bulbs . By other forms of bulb I mean tubers , corms , rhizomes etc which are not strictly speaking bulbs at all . The book... Read review

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