You only need the pages to do the following book crafts. Get out your pens, paint, and origami skills! Book Page Painting: Painting a watercolour on top of a book page is simply lovely you get the beautiful combination of opaque words and translucent colour that’s beautifully mesmerising. Add in the details with a pen […]

1.) Try out furniture before you buy: ‘Sample’ the furniture before money exchanges hands. Open up drawers in cabinets, sit in chairs and lean on tables. If an item has been damaged you need to confirm that it is still in satisfactory shape for you to start using at your home. Even if it is […]

In our review of Revolve accreditation Tayside Re-Users passed with flying colours. They called out the website by name as being well done so from all of us here (I said it that way so you feel like it’s a team of thousands), we’re glad to serve you well. We’re working behind the scenes and […]

Spring is just around the corner. Perhaps a bike will be just the thing you need to keep fit this year. Narrow the Search Whether you want a road, mountain, or commuter bike, identify three or four models that suit your needs. If you’re not sure where to start, come in and have a look […]

Purchasing a used fridge can be an effective way to obtain one of the most necessary kitchen appliances, and it can also keep more of your hard-earned cash in your wallet. Pre-owned refrigerators often cost less than half the price of new models. However there are a few things to look out for: Remember to […]

As we do every year we’ve set up our Christmas Grotto selling all of the bits and bobs you’ll ever need to celebrate Christmas. Need a tree? We got that. Need some decorations for that tree? We got that too. Want to buy some toys and games to give to the younger people in your […]

A PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) test is a routine inspection of some types of electrical appliances to check they are safe to use. Its purpose is to prevent electrical accidents in the workplace. A full PAT test should include both a visual inspection and a more in-depth check using specialist PAT testing equipment. This test […]

Reuse – by taking, but not reprocessing, previously used items – helps save time, money, energy and resources. In broader economic terms, it can make quality products available to people and organizations with limited means, while generating jobs and business activity that contribute to the economy. The practice of working towards reducing our waste output, […]

Dundee City Council have teamed up with local charity Tayside Re-Users (that’s us!) to run a service which aims to give your unwanted items a new lease of life by repairing them and making them available to members of our community who need them the most. The Community Re-Use Hub will be accepting the following […]

Upcycling is a brilliantly creative pursuit. It’s a sustainable, cost-effective option, and anyone can join the upcycling revolution and undertake a range of upcycled furniture projects – no previous skills required. Why not come down to Tayside Re-Users and find your next upcycling project. You then get to try out the tips below! 1. Preparation […]