Twitter for @toolsandleisure - Well it had to be done.

We have succumb to the power that is Twitter. Tools & Leisure has been on FB for what seems like years, so we have now taken the Twitter bug by storm and now 'tweet' about new stock and DIY Tools that have been reduced. As the rest of the globe seems to be Tweeting we thought that we should follow suit!. So it is easy to follow and find us @toolsandleisure

Happy tweeting!

DIY Tools - Security Alarm Padlock - How to use?

At Tools & Leisure, specialists in DIY Tools and accessories,  a question that we are asked a lot is how do you use this security alarm padlock? Blue Spot and other tool importers bring in this lock (picture).

Blue Spot Alarm Padlock £8.99

It is a 100dB alarm that is extensively used for all kinds of vehicles, tools boxes, garden sheds, warehouses and many more places and apllications. This padlock can be used alarmed or unalarmed and comes complete with spare batteries and three keys. However, it does not come with instructions on how to use. So to support customers and bloggers who stumble across this post we have used this padlock and provide the following instructions: I hope that the following may be useful.

The shackle has an inner groove on one side. 

Replacing the shackle into the lock with the groove towards the key port will cause the lock to "beep" - it is now arming. 

After approximately 15 seconds delay it will be armed. 

When the lock is first moved it gives a triple beep warning. This allows you to unlock it without setting off the alarm. 

The next time it is triggered, the alarm will sound for 10 seconds and this will continue if the padlock continues to be moved or tampered with. 

Once movement stops the alarm will re-set after 35 seconds. 

The padlock has both movement and shock sensors and if either is triggered the siren will sound.

So, if you are looking for a lock like this then why not visit our Padlocks & Chains section on our site.

Tools & Leisure - for all of your DIY Tools needs.

Hose Pipe Ban Lifted - Garden Accessories and Tools Needed?

So, after torrential rain for what seems like the last three months in the UK, the water companies have finally decided to lift the hose pipe ban in many of the Counties. As it appears that the sun will eventually shine, sometime soon, here at www.toolsandleisure.co.uk we have been increasing our stock levels of Garden Accessories such as Hose Fittings and Tap Connectors, in anticipation of your gardening needs. With prices starting from as little as 49p per accessory why not visit us for all your garden needs?

toolsandleisure - Not Just Hand Tools.

As our domain name suggests we sell not only Hand Tools but a vast array of Leisure Products. We aim to cater for motorhome and caravan enthusiasts alike and have been selling different types of these product combinations for years. One of our successful lines is CD's - and we have added a few more this week. We aim to stock non chart CD's and music from different genres and decades. The type of music our customers enjoy. So if you would like to experience a different type of music then please check out these new titles, or visit our CD and DVD section for s full selection of our title.

Tammy Wynette - The Best Of - CD - £2.99

Charley Pride - Crystal Chandeliers - CD - £2.99

Reginald Dixon - Mr Blackpool - CD - £2.99

DIY Tools - New to Tools & Leisure

It has been a busy few days for the toolsandleisure.co.uk team, adding several new product lines and replacing many of our core stock items. Below is just a fraction of our new products and restocks:

Blue Spot 12v Mini Air Compressor - NEW - £7.99

Blue Spot Mini Bent Nosed Pliers - Back in stock - 99p

Toolzone 6pc Plastic Tent Peg Set - Back in stock - £1.29

Blue Spot Security Alarmed Padlock - NEW - £8.99

PVC Coated Chain and Padlock - Back in stock - £5.99

Blackspur 3pc 20mm Brass Padlocks - Back in stock - £1.79

Toolzone 2pc Boat Shaped Sharpening Stone - NEW - £1.29

Why not visit us today and search for those Hand Tools and Leisure Products - pick up a bargain?

Moccasin Slippers - An Article From The Past

It is always interesting looking over old posts that have been made to our Blog. This one is really interesting as it looks at the range of Moccasin Slippers that we sell. The post is from 26th April 2008. What is interesting to note is that a lot has happened since this post. A new coalition Government that seems heel bent on cutting everything and increasing costs - as a way of helping the country get out of its financial mess, or as they so frequently put it 'we have hard choices to make due to to the rather lacklustre approach to finances from the previous Government' or something along those lines. Whichever Government is in charge it generally does not help small business or at present, the amount that we all have to spend on anything other than living costs, seems to diminish everyday.

So, what is the purpose of this entry? Simply, take a look at our website at the prices of our Moccasin Slipper range between 2008 and today - you will notice that with an increase in raw materials, a VAT rise of 2.5% and transportation costs that making driving a luxury for some, you would expect prices to have soared in the past three years?

Our prices are still the same, yes we make less profit, yes we have had to make cost savings across the whole of the business, but to date our prices have remained relatively the same as 2008 - How many other business can say that?

Do we need a pat on the back for our efforts? No - we provide real value products to our customers at a price that reflects today's economics. If you know anyone that would benefit from our range why not share our link, or maybe join us on Facebook?

Hand Tools - added today - www.toolsandleisure.co.uk

New product added today - Bluespot 3pc hex shank nut drivers. A practical set of 3 socket adapters. 1/4'' x 65mm, 3/8'' x 65mm and 1/2'' x 73mm. Chrome Vanadium.

A really versatile set of adapters to have in the toolbox for when you need to use sockets with your cordless drill. Excellent product from Bluespot tools

Only: £1.99 EACH