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Sabre saw or jigsaw: which to choose?

Are you hesitating between a sabre saw and a jigsaw for your DIY projects? Each has its own specific advantages. The jigsaw is renowned for its versatility and high precision, while the sabre saw is perfect for larger cuts. Whatever your task, whether it's ...

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These 5 gardening tools are out of stock every autumn

There's no secret to the fact that mechanisation is good for efficiency in the garden! More and more Belgian homeowners are adopting these state-of-the-art tools, which are making life much easier for gardeners in 2024. So much so that every year, the major Belgian DIY chains such as Mr. Bricolage, Gamma, Hubo ...

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How do I use a branch chipper in the garden?

The plant shredder is a practical, economical and environmentally-friendly solution that is proving to be an invaluable companion for gardens and gardeners. Depending on the size of your outdoor space, the types of plants to be shredded, your preferences in terms of shredded material and the use you intend to make of it, there is a ...

What is an equipment rental contract?

Are you thinking of hiring out your equipment to private individuals? Whether you want to do so as a private individual or as a professional, it's in your interest to draw up an equipment hire contract. There is a certain amount of risk involved in hiring out equipment, and if you want to hire out your ...

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Top 5 most hired gardening tools in Belgium

In Europe, 53% of people live in a house. But in Belgium, according to a Eurostat study published in 2022 (1), this proportion has risen to 77%, making it the third country in the European Union with the highest proportion of single-family homes, behind its neighbours the Netherlands and Ireland. Many Belgians own their own home ...

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What can you do about rising materials prices in Belgium?

While the price of copper is currently making many a trader dizzy, it is not the only material to have been hit by rising prices in recent years. In 2024, the prices of building materials such as concrete, wood and steel are continuing to rise, at a rate that is rather worrying for everyone involved.

Can private individuals hire equipment in Belgium?

With a market estimated to be worth around €4.5 billion in 2019 and growing steadily, the DIY sector in Belgium is booming. To keep pace with this boom, more and more people are looking for cost-effective solutions, such as hiring DIY or gardening equipment. Shampooers, plant shredders and even ...

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