We are happy to announce Trend have partnered up with the British Lung Foundation! The amazing initiative will see a donation made to the BLF with every purchase of an Air Stealth, Air Shield Pro, T31A Vacuum or T35A Extractor. The British Lung Foundation are the only UK Charity looking after the Nation’s lungs. They have been researching lung conditions for 30 years, and strive to always improve care; and to prevent, treat and cure lung diseases. What is even more amazing is that you know exactly where your donation ends up! For every £1 they receive, 80p goes directly into looking after the Nation. Just 20p goes into running the charity itself. Some donation statistics: In 2018, the Nation donated £6.7million….the most ever! £3.45million of this came from donations. £3.22million came from supporters who left BLF a legacy in their will. So what will you be donating? For every Air Stealth Mask that is purchased (in either size), Trend will donate 20p to the British Lung Foundation.For every Air Shield Pro Mask that is purchased, Trend will donate £1.25 to the British Lung Foundation.For every T31A L-Class Vacuum that is purchased, Trend will donate £1.00 to the British Lung Foundation.For every T35A M-Class Extractor that is purchased (in either voltage), Trend will donate £2.00 to the British Lung Foundation. If you would like to find more about the British Lung Foundation and where your donations are going, visit their website here.

A hot topic in the construction industry today is whether building underground, rather than creating more above ground, is the way forward. According to various reports, it’s not that we’re running out of space, a theory that has been greatly exaggerated in the past, it’s to do with two main factors, city density and the environment. We can keep building skyscrapers and expanding our cities, but we are already approaching the limit for how high we can build, and we don’t want to sacrifice any more of the natural world with expanding cities. So, the only logical move is downwards, but is it possible? The simple answer, yes! In fact, there are some structures thousands of feet underground that are quite staggering that not many know about. Here’s a list of five of the most amazing underground constructions on, or should we say, in earth. 5 Amazing Underground Constructions Jinping Underground Laboratory The first on our list is the Jinping Underground Laboratory. Famed for being the deepest building in the world, this lab is located nearly 8,000 feet within the 14,500 feet high Jinping mountains in Sichuan, China. Inside they research Dark Matter, a mysterious substance that’s thought to account for approximately 85% of the matter in the universe. Surprisingly, it only took around a year to construct, which is unbelievable when it’s as far down as seven Empire State Buildings stacked on top of each other. Gjøvik Olympic Cavern The Gjøvik Olympic Cavern Hall is the largest underground auditorium and houses a multi-purpose venue that can be used for football, hockey, basketball, volleyball and tennis to name a few. Concerts, dining and events also take place here. It’s currently the home of local ice hockey team Gjøvik Hockey. Aside from the main venue hall, the underground building that took two years to build also has a swimming pool and a cafeteria, with the main auditorium able to hold over 5,000 spectators. Onkalo Nuclear Repository Have you ever wondered where spent nuclear fuel goes? Well, it cannot simply be thrown away or recycled due to its radioactive attributes that can last for an incredibly long time. As a result, spent nuclear fuel must be stored away in a secure location such as this place, called the Onkalo Nuclear Repository. Currently, under development, this nuclear repository sits over 1,400 feet underground in Eurajoki, Finland. Set to be constructed by 2023, once fully constructed, this will be the first specifically designed final disposal site of spent nuclear fuel. Areas of it will be sealed from 2020 onwards and will not be accessible by humans for about 100,000 years! Gotthard Base Tunnel Tunnels nowadays aren’t really seen as being that amazing, until you discover the Gotthard Base Tunnel. This mega underground structure, which carves through the Swiss Alps, is not only the deepest tunnel in the world but the longest too. At its lowest point, the Gotthard Base Tunnel delves to over 7,500 feet underground, 1.5x deeper than the Grand Canyon. It has two tunnels, one for each direction that both measure a staggering 57km long, over 3km over the previous record holder, the Seikan Tunnel in Japan, and takes a full 20 minutes to get from one end to the other. Mponeng Gold Mine Similarly to tunnels, mines aren’t usually anything to get excited over, however, the Mponeng Gold Mine stands out over the rest. Not only because it is the deepest gold mine in the world at a colossal 20,000 feet (which is over 7x the height of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world) it also has people working down there! That’s right, 20,000 feet underground there are people mining away to find gold. And it’s not a few people either, there are 5,700 people working in 150F/65C temperatures with a constant threat of earthquakes and flooding too.

Did you know that an average sofa’s estimated average carbon footprint is equivalent to 10.1 gallons of consumed gasoline? It’s true! Back in 2011, the Furniture Industry Research Association or FIRA for short, took it upon themselves to find out furniture’s carbon footprint and the results were quite shocking. Sample Of Findings* Data calculated from production through distribution* The findings highlighted that the production of many of your common household furnishings resulted in quite sizable amounts of CO2e. Everything from dining tables to footstools, you name it, there’s likely to be a carbon footprint, with the average piece of furniture consuming approximately 47kg of CO2e, which is the same as 5.3 gallons of consumed gasoline. Not only did the research show the overall carbon footprint but also what materials within the furniture contributed to it the most. Here’s a breakdown of an average sofa as an example. While this research was conducted a few years ago, it is still relevant today, as emissions from furniture manufacturing haven’t dropped by any great margin since. Source = Ricardo-AEA; Office for National Statistics  This research just amplifies the importance of upcycling when it comes to helping to preserve our planet. As a result, we’ve put together a list of our top tips on how to revive an old piece of furniture into something cool, fresh and looking brand new. 6 Simple Ideas For Upcycling Old Furniture Here are eight super quick and easy tips for bringing life back into an old piece of furniture. 1.     Start With A Deep Clean It’s surprising what a deep clean can do to your sofa or armchair, especially if it’s made from microfibre. And it’s not that big of a job either. Some rubbing alcohol, a scrub brush and a white or tan sponge are all you need to get your furniture back to its freshest. What You’ll Need Spray Bottle Rubbing Alcohol Scrub Brush Sponge How To Deep Clean Furniture Fill a spray bottle with rubbing alcohol. Spray all microfibre areas. With the sponge, scrub the microfibre thoroughly. Allow to dry. Once dry, get your scrub brush and, using circular motions, scrub the microfibre. If necessary, repeat for tough area  2. It's Tufting Time! Another fix for cushions that have lost a bit of their plumpness, is tufting. Not only does this divide up the stuffing and give it a cool look, but it’ll also help the stuffing remain in place. What You’ll Need Heavy Thread Extra Long Upholstery Needle Pins Marker Scissors Tape Measure How To Add Tufting To A Cushion Mark X’s on your cushion/s for tufting placement using measuring tape and pins. Repeat identically on the other side of your cushion/s. Cut a piece of thread doubled + 10” the width of cushion. So, if a cushion is 3” thick, your thread should be at least 16” long. Pull thread through needle then insert into one of the top points of one of your drawn X’s from the back of the cushion all the way through so it comes out at the same front marked point. Pull through leaving 5” out the back of the cushion. Insert the needle back into the cushion at the opposite end of the drawn X’s line and pull through to the back. Repeat this but starting at the other top point of the drawn X. Once complete you should have a threaded X on the front of your cushion. Slip the thread out of the needle and pull the ends taut, creating the depression of the tuft, then tie the ends together. Remove any long remaining thread and repeat for the other tufting marks.     3. Trim The Edges With Some Nailheads Adding nailheads to your furniture is a fantastic way to subtly liven up a plain item. Simply place them around the trim of your sofa, the headboard of your bed or wherever you feel it’s suitable and watch your furniture turn from boring to brilliant. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=br27fKtS3f4  What You’ll Need Ruler or Spacer Nailheads Rubber Mallet or Hammer Fabric Marker How To Add Nailheads To Furniture Begin by drawing a line where the nailheads will be placed, the same distance from the edge all the way around your piece of furniture, or wherever you desire your nailheads to be placed. We recommend placing the first nailhead in the corner and hammer it in on the line you’ve created using a hammer or preferably a rubber mallet, as these are less likely to scratch your nailheads. Next, measure your preferred spacing from the first nailhead to your second using the ruler or spacer and mark the desired location using the fabric marker, then hammer in your second nailhead. Repeat this process until all your nailheads are in place. Did You Say, Paint Your Sofa?! That’s right! If your leather sofa has faded, you can paint it back to its former self or pick a brand-new colour if you’d prefer. So, how do you do it? What You’ll Need Leather Bleach Soft-Bristle Brush Flat Paint Brush Rubbing Alcohol Acrylic Paint for Leather Warm Water Cold Water Hand Towel Sandpaper Safety Goggles Facial Mask Gloves How To Paint A Leather Sofa Clean the leather. Simply vacuum and wipe away as much grit, dirt and dust as possible in order to keep things smooth when painting. Mix the leather bleach with one pint of cold water. Use the soft-bristled brush to scrub the leather thoroughly with the mixture, then dry using a hand towel. Apply rubbing alcohol to the sofa with a washcloth and thoroughly scrub. This will remove the protective coatings, allowing the new paint to stick. Sand the sofa gently to make sure all the protection is removed. Next, you’ll need to prime the material using a solution made up of one-part acrylic paint to one-part water which will act as a base coat so that the later, undiluted coat of paint has something to adhere to. Use a flat paint brush and apply using long, even strokes. Once the second layer of primer solution is almost dry, apply a thin layer of undiluted acrylic paint across the entire surface, then keep layering as necessary and allow to dry. 4. Get Out The Sander Wooden furniture can become scratched, stained, dented and dull over time. Get these items back to their former selves by sanding and varnishing, giving them a new lease of life. Alternatively, once sanded, why not give your wooden furniture a new lick of paint? What You’ll Need -        Sandpaper / Hand Sander / Electric Sander -        Wood Conditioner -        Disposable Gloves -        Facial Mask -        Protective Goggles -        2-3 Tack Cloths -        Floor/Ground Protection -        Sponges -        Paint Brushes -        Woodstain -        Lint-Free Cloths How To Refurbish A Wooden Table First, put on your protective gear including goggles, gloves and face mask. Also set down any protective floor/furniture covering needed before starting. Next, begin sanding the table using coarse grit sandpaper, progressing to finer sandpaper. Make sure to sand with the grain of the wood and wipe away particles between switching sandpaper. If you’re using an electric sander, built in vacuums will help massively with this. Once all the dust from sanding has been removed, apply wood conditioner with a sponge and allow to dry. Then, apply the woodstain in an even layer, letting each section dry for a few minutes. Use a lint-free cloth to wipe away any excess. Sand and reapply stain until you have your desired colour. Do a final sand of the wood to smooth.   5. Reupholster To Feel Like New Reupholstering is quite a big job but can be very rewarding. There are many companies that will do this for you but if you’d prefer to do it yourself you can save yourself a pretty penny. A word of caution though, this is not an afternoon job so make sure you set aside enough time to complete the project. What You’ll Need       -        Tape Measure -        Fabric -        Scissors -        Synthetic Foam Padding -        Pencil -        Staple Gun -        Needle and Thread/Sewing Machine -        Zipper -        Screws -        Nails -        Wood Glue How To Reupholster A Sofa Measure your sofa and cushions before buying fabric. Consider buying extra (roughly 10% more than you think you’ll need) in case mistakes happen. Flip your sofa upside down and remove all fabric from the bottom. Flip back and remove the outside back and arms, the inside back and arms and then the deck. If the fabric is in good condition (i.e. not ripped up or missing) use it to help measure your new fabric. Measure and cut your fabric to the right size, using the old fabric as a guide. On seamed edges cut ½” from the old seam. On stapled edges add 2-3” more, which will be used to pull the fabric cover onto the sofa. Sew your fabric using a ½” seam allowance. Using a staple gun, attach the new fabric to your sofa. Reattach the sofa deck, inside arms and back. Then add your cushions and reattach the outside arms and back. Sources https://www.fira.co.uk/images/fira-carbon-footprinting-document-2011.pdf https://www.epa.gov/energy/greenhouse-gas-equivalencies-calculator https://www.lovelyetc.com/10-ways-to-transform-your-old-sofa/ https://www.remodelaholic.com/28-ways-bring-life-sofa/ https://sew4home.com/tips-resources/sewing-tips-tricks/tufting-tutorial-dritz-home-decor https://www.wayfair.com/ideas-and-advice/how-to-sand-and-stain-a-table-S5280.html

Storage sheds are an essential part of garden life. Often the go-to place for lawn mowers, gardening tools and bike storage. Some have converted theirs into a ‘man-cave’ or maybe Dad has been inspired by garden workshops instead! Even fitness fanatics know how to enjoy a garden shed. These days the shed can be transformed into almost anything. So, if it’s a multi gym, a garden office or a hot tub cabin you're after, why not buy the ideal shed that works for you? No matter if you have a small courtyard or acres of lawn, sheds come in all different shapes and sizes. A great place to house all of the outdoors equipment and garden furniture. With an outdoor garden building, everything is easily accessible to help keep your garden looking tip-top! Are sheds waterproof? New timber sheds are usually first pressure treated with a preservative for a good level of water resistance and protection from weathering. The manufacturer should also give you an indication of how long it will last or what else you can do to improve moisture and minimise water damage. How to keep your shed waterproof? The best thing to do with ANY shed is maintain it. Maintenance is the key - particularly with wooden sheds. Assess the outside each year and give it an extra coat of wood preserver or paint to see it through the toughest of Winters. Painting your shed will also add a splash of colour to your garden. Get inspired with different shades from Cuprinol. It’s a lot harder to undo water damage on wooden sheds. But assessing the cause of the damage will help you to identify a solution. Floors are often the first place to go. If it’s damp, rotting or warped, following these steps; Empty the contents. Remove pressure from heavy items. Assess if you need new floor. Assess if you need a better shed base. A leaking shed roof is also another recurring problem. If yours is leaking, strip the felt and determine if the panels need replacing too. If you’re fortunate enough, it could be just a simple re-felt job. If you have window frames, the seals can go if the wood starts to rot. If the problem isn’t too serious, it may be fixable with filler. If not, then you’ll need to replace the frame entirely. Windowless sheds are available for future reference! DIY on a budget is one of the biggest crazes on social media at the moment. Pinterest and Facebook communities all sharing their latest transformations, fix-ups and quick fixes. With so much information available at our fingertips we’ve never been in a better position to figure out how to repair, re-build or improve our sheds. Seeking advice from others is helpful, but bigger jobs like new shed bases and re-felting may require a professional. If your shed is extremely weathered, leaking or deteriorating, then it could be time to buy new. Weigh up the cost of the repairs versus the cost of a new one. Be aware, that whilst these quick-fixes may do the job in the short-term, you could be looking at another maintenance project in a year’s time. What sheds are best? There’s no solid evidence to say whether a buying a metal, plastic or timber shed is better. With each material, there are pro’s and con’s and all three can unfortunately deteriorate at some stage of their lives. Wooden Garden Sheds Timber is not perfectly impervious to moisture, but so long as the roof felt is assessed and the frame is maintained, the windows remain sealed etc. – a wooden shed should give you a good 5-10 years of life. Air circulation is also necessary if outside temperatures drop as condensation can occur inside. Aesthetically the wooden garden shed, such as the Rowlinson 10 x 8 Premier Shed is the shed of choice. Homeowners favour natural materials over man-made. Their appearance seamlessly blends into the garden backdrop. Timber also offers a sturdy frame that remains solid against high winds and adverse weathers. You can also customise a wooden garden shed by building onto the wooden frame, adding shelving or racking etc. Best type of cladding for a wooden shed? There are two popular types of cladding for wooden garden sheds; Tongue and groove weatherboard. This is often found on shiplap sheds. It allows the water to readily fall off and offers a sound structure which will remain straight and square over time. Overlap cladding is a more rustic style ,with rough sawn pieces layered on top of each other. It's a cheaper option to tongue and groove and although rainwater will run off the sides, over time it's susceptible to warping and weathering. Metal Garden Sheds Metal is a practical material for any garden building. It’s durable and relatively light-weight and easy to build. They are one of the most secure sheds, certainly harder to break into or damage. This Rowlinson Double Door Metal ‘Ezee’ shed is a strong contender for bike sheds and tool storage, locking away valuables behind their double doors. Will a metal shed rust? Similar to the doors on metal garages, a steel shed will eventually be susceptible to rust and corrosion, but they are relatively low maintenance for at least a good 5 years. The galvanised layer protects the metal from the elements and prevents the formation of rust. Can metal sheds be painted? Yes! Try to keep your metal shed clean and coat the structure in a protective metal paint to continue its’ life for as long as possible. The great advantage of a metal shed is the metal shed roof oppose to the felt roof. Due to the low level of maintenance, they are also considered relatively cheap sheds. Plastic Garden Shed Less durable than wood or metal, the plastic shed is still a practical solution for the garden. Plastic sheds don’t require a concrete shed base. So long as the ground is flat. Usually they’ll come with a plastic floor included and can be installed almost anywhere. This means the outlay for plastic overall is a lot less. Often a plastic shed is reinforced with a steel structure so it’s a lot more solid than it initially appears. In addition, new models of plastic sheds like the Keter Newton has a ‘wood-effect’ shiplap design. Whilst still man-made, the colour palette with realistic design feels a lot more natural within a garden setting to earlier plastic shed designs. Are sheds easy to move? One of the easiest outdoor buildings to move is the plastic shed. It’s delivered flat-packed with assembly instructions and it’s as easy to build as it is to dismantle. If you’re simply moving it to another spot in the garden, then the whole shell can probably be lifted in one go. Plastic is also popular for homeowners who are moving up the property ladder and can take the shed along with them to their next house. Best garden shed for… ? Hundreds of sheds are sold each day in the UK. If you get the opportunity to visit a showroom, you can get a feel for the sheds by size and different styles. Educate yourself in the language of sheds! Research is fundamental before you invest. Get to know the difference between an 'apex shed' and 'pent sheds.' Or the benefits of a ‘44mm log cabins’ over ‘19mm log cabins’. Once you've done your homework and picked the shed you’d like, then you're ready to buy the best shed for your garden. What’s the best shed for small gardens? As a shed retailer, we take lots of calls asking us which sheds to buy for a specific use. It’s probably right to assume that if someone has a small garden, the property is proportionally small and they are lacking garden storage. Therefore, we would always suggest either one of our smaller 4x4 shed, wooden garden storage sheds or any of the utility stores, storage chests, storage boxes and mini stores. These take up little surface area but can be filled with lots of garden essentials. There are even wheelie bin storage and bike stores in our Rowlinson collection. What’s the best shed for a garden office? If outdoor space is plentiful, those looking for a room outside to work from home will find a great selection of sheds with us. The word ‘shed’ can cover all manner of outdoor garden buildings. However, for a home office we recommend exploring our range of log cabins or summer houses. These are tailored to be a more habitable space with larger opening windows for lots of natural light. Secure door lock will help to keep valuables like computers safe and heavy duty framing for a long-lasting outside building. If you’re browsing with us, we stock the complete Rowlinson range from the popular sheds summerhouses, wooden playhouses, contemporary log cabins, potting sheds, corner sheds and even pet houses! Whatever your final plans for your Great British Shed, remember these fantastic tips so you can enjoy these amazing spaces for as long as possible!

Alan Titchmarsh has devoted his life-long career to his love of Gardening. Green-fingered Alan obtained his first gardening qualification just down the road from My Tool Shed's head office, at Hertfordshire College of Agriculture and Horticulture where he received a National Certificate in horticulture. He then studied at the Royal Botanic Gardens where he received a diploma in horticulture. Garden journalism was of great interest to him and he got his first break delivering his horticultural expertise at prestigious events such as the Chelsea Flower Show. He then went on to present a variety of long-running BBC gardening shows including Gardener's World, Ground Force and more recently, Love your Garden, aired in 2011.During the latter part of the 20th century and early part of the 21st century, make-over tv shows like DIY SOS, 60-Minute Make-over and Changing Rooms were booming. Ground force was also there in the mix, born in 1997 and airing to 2005. Continuing the theme of make-overs, the show was devised to surprise unsuspecting homeowners with a complete professional garden over just 2 days. With a great set of co-hosts, the trio; Charlie Dimmock, Tommy Walsh and Alan gave their viewers the inspiration to get out into their own gardens and create something both professional and unique. It was during the show's 8-year stint that garden decking grew massively in popularity and homeowners were visiting DIY hardware stores confidently carrying their own projects. Once an established presenter and face in the gardening world, Alan then put his name to a range of professional hand gardening tools from Bulldog tools. These gardening tools are still available to buy today and are built with robust and hardwearing materials to give you life-long usage. As technology in the power tool industry moved forward with the introduction of lithium-ion batteries, tool manufacturers such as makita and dewalt recognised an opportunity to build a range of cordless outdoor tools to support professional landscapers. These tools are aimed to get to work in big outdoor spaces. The range is still growing, to date however, it includes tools such as; cordless hedge trimmers, cordless brush cutters, cordless lawn mowers and cordless chainsaws. As with all industrial built power tools, the result is hugely effective and the idea is filtered back into the DIY sector, attracting home-owners with a convenient solution. There is still very much a craft and skill involved with home gardening. Hand tools make that possible. Our plants and flower beds are delicate and there isn't a power tool solution for these kinds of jobs. However, cutting down large branches, achieving effortless straight lines on hedges and mowing lawns without working up too much of a sweat is now easily achievable thanks to the battery operated machines. It may not be for Alan, but there's no denying that cordless outdoor tools are a desirable choice for anyone with big garden maintenance projects. The runtime of the batteries could be longer to make these even more appealing. However, for the average-size home there is certainly enough power to get the job done.

The 18v Give-Away from Fein! If you're a fan of Fein, then you're going to love their latest promotion! Between now and July 31st 2019, My Tool Shed are helping shoppers claim FREE 18v tools and accessories from Fein! So how does it work? There are several different 18v cordless products in the promotion that qualify for the freebies.  You need to purchase a minimum of one of these selected items to qualify for Offer 2. If you purchase more than one item, or a kit which includes 2 or more Fein 18v cordless machines, then you will qualify for a free item from Offer 1. The generous guys at Fein also allow you to claim one item from both Offer 1 & 2 if you choose one of their selected 18v 3 piece kits! All products that qualify for this exciting redemption offer specify so on the product pages. OFFER 1 If you buy two of their selected 18v cordless machines you will qualify for an amazing FREE 18v Tool or Battery Kit.  You can choose from the following :  ASB 18 Q Select Impact Drill Driver Bare Unit,  AFMM 18 QSL Multi Tool  Bare Unit or a 2 x 2.5Ah Batteries Kit with Charger OFFER 2 If you buy one of their selected 18v cordless machines you will qualify for a FREE 18v Accessory.  You can choose from the following :  Quick Charger, Cordless 12-18v LED Lamp, Various size Drill Chucks, Various Adaptors or a Bit Holder. How do I get my FREE item? Once you have received your order, you can go to Fein's website here and register your tools. Once registered,  you will then see a prompt asking you to select your free product! All free items can expect to arrive within 2 weeks. If you're unsure about which product/s qualify for this promotion, feel free to contact us on 01707 277796 for assistance. NB. The promotion is managed and administered exclusively with Fein. My Tool Shed accept no liability for any unclaimed free items. The promotion runs until 31.07.2019 and you need to register your tool to redeem this offer. This offer is subject to stock availability. Fein reserve the right to refuse any claim or cancel this promotion. Please note: All Fein multi-tools are exempt from this promotion.

It's almost D-Day and it's all to play for, as Man City vs Watford in the FA Cup Final to claim the title back from last year's winners, Chelsea. Kick-off is 5.00pm on Saturday 18th May. This year My Tool Shed are celebrating this brilliant sporting event with a special edition of the 'Quid's In' Live show with their good friends at On The Tools. The prize haul is another big one, with over £1k worth of give-aways including 2 signed football shirts! The Man City shirt includes players in the current squad including Pep Guardiola! As well as; Sergio Aguero, David Silva and Ederson Moraes. Whilst the Watford Home Shirt has been signed by 18 members of the squad including; Javi Gracia, Ben Foster, Etienne Capoue and Andre Gray. On top of these 2 great prizes, there are some DeWalt goodies as well! Including Kits, and Multi Tools! This could be YOUR weekend! HOW TO WIN? CLICK HERE! LIVE SHOW STARTS AT 12.15PM FRIDAY 17th MAY!  The show's typical format includes some fun guessing games, where you're asked to comment and guess a number. If you're a lucky winner your name will be announced during the show.  - If you haven't yet, start following On The Tools to get reminder before it starts! PLUS A PRIZE DRAW TO WIN A NINTENDO SWITCH! We will also be running ANOTHER Prize Draw! Everyone can enter! Simply add the code "OTTSWITCH" in the checkout on mytoolshed.co.uk and your order will go into our lucky hat to be in with a chance of winning a Nintendo Switch! The prize draw will begin straight after the Live show! T's & C's for Nintendo Switch Prize Draw. All entries from 12.40pm on May 17th 2019 - 11.59pm May 31st 2019 will be valid. To enter you must complete a purchase at mytoolshed.co.uk and enter the code advertised in the discount code box. You'll see the entry has been added to your basket with a value of 0.00 to indicate your entry has been successful. Please type the code exactly how it's written above. This competition is no way affiliated with Facebook or any other 3rd parties. The winner will be notified on Monday 3rd June 2019. Pic courtesy of Gillian Hymus-Swann. Our TV Prize Draw winner from December 2018. 

This Easter we have a very special edition of Quid's In. The famous LIVE Competition show from On The Tools. How to Win Join 'On the Tools' Facebook page. Tune in at 12.15pm on Thursday 18th April 2019.  Watch their brilliant presenter Andy introduce the show and he will explain today's challenges. You simply need to comment with a guess on the page and if your answer is correct, you could be picked at random to WIN one of the fantastic DeWalt prizes we have donated. NB. The winner for each DeWalt prize will be announced during the show. If you're a lucky winner, get in touch with the page after the show. What now? Head to our Facebook page and get the latest updates to find out exactly what we will be giving away! And get notifications when we will going LIVE! After the show - Another chance to WIN! Not only are we giving away £1k worth of DeWalt tools! If you're not successful on this week's Quid's In, we have one FINAL chance to WIN on our website! During the show the presenter will give you a special code. Enter this code at checkout and you'll be automatically entered into our prize draw to WIN a Nintendo Switch! Nintendo Switch Competition T's & C's This Competition is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook or Nintendo. You are providing your information solely to My Tool Shed and not to any third parties. The information you provide will be used for this competition only and will not be shared with any other party outside My Tool Shed and will not be used for other purposes in future dealings with My Tool Shed unless you give permission to do so. The opening date for the competition is Thursday 18th April 2019. Entry will be valid upon using the the advertised voucher code with your purchase at mytoolshed.co.uk. The closing date for the competition is Friday 3rd May 2019. Winner to be announced on our Facebook page on Monday 6th May 2019.  Congrats to our Winner - Ben Heegan from Hants. We hope you (and your son!) enjoy this fantastic prize!

On The Tools LIVE Facebook Show On March 15th at 12.15pm, My Tool Shed have joined forces with the cheeky chaps over at 'On The Tools' for another comical 20 minutes of fun doing their famous Friday 'Quids In' feature. The aim of the game is to keep more money in the Tradesman's pocket - a shared interest of ours, so we are giving away some fantastic power tool prizes and everyone has a chance to win! How to Win? They have some great interactive guessing games and if you guess correctly, you could be  picked at random and win one of our excellent prizes! We have over £1K worth of DeWalt tools to give-away including - FlexVolt Outdoor Tools, Radios, Kits & DeWalt Clothing! How to Watch? Join us LIVE at 12.15pm on Friday 15th March , head over to On The Tools Facebook page If you miss the show you can Watch Again on the same link  - just go to their videos. How about a FREE Tool? During the show Andy, the presenter, will reveal a secret code. Enter this code at the checkout on our website and we'll pop another Tool into your basket absolutely FREE! 1 purchase is necessary and tools are available whilst stocks last, so be quick!  Another Chance to WIN! This is a VERY special edition of Quids In as we will also be celebrating the looming final of the Six Nations Cup! So keep tuned for something new! After the show there will be One FINAL Prize to WIN! We have an Authentic Signed Rugby Ball by Ex-England Captain Martin Johnson. For details on how to Enter - head over on our My Tool Shed Facebook page & look out for the competition post. Best of Luck! #best4tools #onthetools #DeWalt #quidsin #flexvolt #18vdewalt Competition T's & C's. To Win our Rugby Ball. Caption this Competition. Comment below the post. One entry per person. Entrants affiliated with mytoolshed will be disqualified. Winner will be picked at random. Only one winner for the prize. Competition closes Friday 22.03.19 at 12.15pm.

Tool fair This January, Alexandra Palace will open their doors to one of the nations biggest 'end-user' Tool Trade Shows and My Tool Shed are in on the action! The event is running for 2 days, from Wednesday 30th January 10am - 4pm and Thursday 31st January 10am- 4pm. What is ToolFair? The aim of the show is to give the end-user - that's you, the trade and even the home DIYer - a chance to to see a huge range of tools and accessories. You'll have the opportunity to hold the tools, speak to knowledgeable staff direct from the manufacturers  - about what it does, why it's better or different to another model and help you to make an informed purchase either on the day or in the future.  We will be supporting 2 of our favourite and biggest tool manufacturers; Bosch and DeWalt.  The show is as much about learning as it is about shopping! Across the two days, you'll find our tools at unbelievable prices! We aim to be the most competitive across as many tools as possible, so you get excellent value for money! We are bringing along our own team members from My Tool Shed to help you through the tills for a speedy checkout and give you our best customer service.   My Tool Shed are not only offering superb deals on the day, but we also have some exciting give-aways too! On our DeWalt stand we have 54 FREE FlexVolt batteries to hand out to anyone who shops FlexVolt with us. This is a first-come, first-served offer, so we recommend if you're looking to buy FlexVolt you come on the first day (Wednesday) to be in with a chance. We also have some little goodie bags courtesy of My Tool Shed. For Bosch there are also some great freebies in store! We have some brilliant Bosch merchandise for Bosch fans and, of course, a My Tool Shed goodie bag too! Plus, there will be a Bosch raffle taking place on BOTH days! With a chance to WIN a superb prize worth almost £300! Toolfair is a great experience for professionals and amateurs, to be amongst like-minded skilled tradespeople, with a shared love of tools! You can ask any burning questions to staff, find out more, see demo's and take the tools home the same day!  If you haven't yet, register online here for FREE Entry.