What I LOVE about my English HOME (It just makes SENSE) | AMERICAN living in ENGLAND
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You are absolutely welcome here ! I only wish there were more patriotic Americans like you living here. We will never forget how many of your young soldiers came here in 1943/4 & how many never got to see their homes again. Total respect.
The respect is appreciated and shared. We do our best to represent our country. Cheers, Chris
When you return to America you will have the knowledge of the best of both worlds giving you a little advantage in life so well done.
We completely agree. Cheers, Chris
One thing I would say about our door locks is if you lock your door from the inside with the key take the key out of the lock. The reason I say this is mainly for people who live alone. About 8 years ago I had a terrible problem. I had told my mum never to leave the key in the lock but she never listened to me. One day I was called by a neighbour of hers as she couldn’t get an answer. I went around to her house and because the key was in the lock I couldn’t get in because it stopped my key working. Unfortunately my mum had suffered a stroke. The only way we could get in was by smashing the window. Mum was still alive thank god but the result of the stroke was she lost the ability to speak. The doctors said that if we had been able to get to her sooner they may have saved her speech.
So please if you live alone TAKE THE KEY OUT WHEN YOU LOCK THE DOOR.
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Just say the door lock is still safe but the person with a spare key can gain enterance.I understand what you ment.One thing about the locks you are on about they MUST NOT PROTUDE MORE THAN A FEW mm on the outside of the door,the reason why is a person can twist the key barrel with an adjustable tool to break off the portion of the lock and gain access to the innerds of the lock then open the door.So your door lock outer protrusion wants to be just proud of plate so any spanner or adjustable cannot twist off the outer part of the lock.If in doubt ask a locksmith how to stop a thief twisting off part of your lock off from the outside.
Great point. Thanks for the comment and spreading the important message. Cheers. Chris
I had a similar problem. I live on my own and my brother rang me, unfortunately my upstairs phone is cordless, and the battery had run out so I didn’t know he had rung. I had locked my inner door and left the key in it, the front porch door was unlocked, my brother couldn’t open the inner door with the spare key. I only knew when I heard a police siren, they were going to force entry but tried the siren first. My illness has got slightly worse so my local authority has fitted a combination key holder outside. It holds the house key and outside porch key. The social services have my PIN code so a doctor, police, ambulance or fire can get the code from then. However, I remember each time I lock my inner door I leave the key on the inside handle. It’s there if I need it in a hurry.
@@lesjones471 Dead right about not allowing the exterior lock to protrude. A classic mistake with DIY Eurolock replacements (dead easy - just remove one screw) using off-the shelf locks from DIY store, rather than - if necessary - order online where you can specify the exact lengths. But also, replace any "standard" Eurolocks with "anti-snap" ones. These have a deliberate weak point, so if anyone tries to "snap" the lock as you described, the outermost piece just breaks off leaving the main lock intact and still secure.
@@DaydreamersBarn Thankyou.
A lot of UK homes are heated by a gas combi boiler. This will provide hot water instantly for heating or the taps. No water storage required. The only home I know that is different is my parents. They still heat up their water tanks for storage using an old baxi boiler. In fact, it’s currently not working and they are taking cold showers!
It is nice having the hot water on demand. Thanks for the comment. Cheers, Chris.
Nice video, Jess. Yes. I like having the switches on the electrical receptacles, but remember that if something such as a lamp is turned off already, no electricity is being consumed even if the switch next to the receptacle is turned on. When I’m in the US, I use power strips and turn those switches off when I leave my home for extended periods of time… such as when I return to the UK. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much. I really enjoy making videos like these. Thank you for sharing about the electrical switches with me. Thank you for the love and support! Cheers 🤍 Jess x
I've just checked for you and AGA cookers are widely available in the USA. Great selection of flowers by the way. Sheffield South Yorkshire.
probably cheaper to run in America too. They are expensive (my parents had something very similar), but when you factor in it's partially heating the house AND picking up the slack for the boiler for water, they're actually worth their weight in gold
Thanks for looking. We will find the perfect one that we need, I am sure of it. Cheers, Chris
Radiators in most UK homes are heated by a gas fired boiler (sometimes oil fired), the heated water being circulated to each radiator around the home. Similarly instantaneous hot water is usually supplied by the same boiler, though obviously through different supply pipes than those used to heat the radiators. The pull cords in bedrooms I know as the ‘lazy switch’, often positioned near the head of the bed, convenient that you don’t have to get out of bed to turn the light on/off! Trust you enjoyed the wine🙂
Thanks for the info, she did indeed enjoy the drink. Cheers, Chris
Hi Jess. I'm sure you will know already? Pull cords in the bathroom were a safety feature. You can pull the cord with wet hands with no fear of shock from 240 volt system. Same reason as to no elec socket in bathroom. People realised pull cords were useful for reasons other than safety so now end up In other rooms where it's not a requirement. I have pull cord in the garage for example. Ad always love you and your families videos 🙂
Garage one is good for dirty hands as its easier to replace the cord than clean the switch if you get grease/oil/dirt on it
I could use the pull cord in the garage, that makes a lot of sense to me too. Cheers, Chris.
mollycat 5361 I have pullcord switches in my greenhouse and shed too, although not in the garage. They are a brilliant idea.
Love this beautiful family!
I wonder if you could use our plugs in America I think they would work with a lower power and no earth cable may be I am am wrong I would like to know,
@@paulhenman9907 The voltage in the US is very low compared to the UK. If you got an adaptor and plugged your UK kettle into a US outlet it might take 45 minutes to boil, or just never reach boiling point at all because the element cant get hot enough.
Thanks for the kind words. Cheers, Chris
@@crowbar9566 I was on about their appliances what they use with our plugs,
@@crowbar9566 I was on about our plugs using their own appliances,
So the door locks engage a latch system down the side of the door which "hooks" into the frame, making it much harder to break the door down.
To much frustration from the Police 😁😂
It was interesting to see the engineering behind it. Cheers, Chris
British homes are definitely designed to keep the heat in as much as possible - low ceilings, doors, compact rooms etc.
Unless you live in a Georgian or Victorian house...but I like big rooms 😉
It's only really the new builds that have low ceilings
Definitely newer houses
My house was built in 1846 and the ceilings are 11 foot high downstairs and still 10 foot high upstairs
They are indeed. Cheers, Chris.
well done Jess, boy what an ambassador you are blue eyes!!!
She is indeed, and they are eyes to die for! 😍. Thanks for commenting. Cheers, Chris
I've never understood the design in the UK of some open plan houses where the staircase is in the same space as the downstairs living area. Hot air rises so the comfortable temperature in the living space might be 21C but upstairs may be 23C+ where you don't want such a temperature in a bedroom. If you have space divided up into rooms the doors can be shut at night. In the event of a fire you've a much better chance of making it out of the house alive.
I'm no fan of open space living. I wouldn't want to share my living area with the kitchen. Who want's to sit looking at dirty dishes?
It makes sense here, but we tend to see more open concepts in the US. Cheers, Chris.
Jess: "I dang sure ain't fancy ...." "The next one is gonna be my *Aga* ...."
Gurrrrl ! 😄
Haha, well, I guess. In my mind, I'm not fancy. I'm just a country girl at heart. Thank you for your time commenting. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
rangemaster is the american aga cooker
Thanks for the tip. Cheers, Chris.
Ten great options Jess, for me isolating individual power switches at the socket is my number one, it's something us Brits take for granted but watching your video opened my eyes to such an important feature in our daily lives. I always enjoy these sit down moments you kindly share with us. Best wishes to you, Chris, Colette and Shane. Happy Thursday my friends. xx. ❤
Thank you very much. It is something I truly appreciate in my house here. I definitely understand why we have them and the safety features. I truly appreciate your love and support. I really love sharing and having a chat. Hope you have a lovely Thursday. I look forward to reading your next comment. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
The pull string switch in bathrooms is often noisy in operation as they’re often screwed to a ceiling joist, not good at night, a quiet switch version is marketed for this reason. I normally illuminate the bathroom with the lights on a mirrored bathroom cabinet, creates a warmer atmosphere, no physical switch, operates by moving your hand silently near a sensor, not unlike a modern sensor activated toilet flush.
Very interesting. My house here only has the pull string for the lights. I really appreciate all your input you share. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Pull cords in the bathroom is normal, due to wanting to keep you well clear of electrics in a wet environment. In the Bedroom is a bit odd.
Good point. Cheers, Chris.
We just bought a house in Scotland and notice many of the same things here! Many pleasant surprises but some were definitely not expected.
Some of the best ones are the ones that are unexpected. Cheers, Chris
Love your candid comments, and more importantly, really appreciate your willingness to absorb English culture and to adapt to your new surroundings. I really hope you enjoy your time here.
Oh, thank you so much. I absolutely love adapting and learning. I think the military has helped make me who I am. Being a military wife and a military child, it has allowed me to appreciate where I'm at and adapt to many different things. I'm able to see and appreciate life to its fullest and have an open mind. I would like to think. Thank you for your kind comment and observation. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
@@DaydreamersBarn Yes, i assume you are on a military deployment. Make the most of it. Leaves wither on the branch. I am 🏴 but live in Asia. From a long line of military family. Father was RN, uncles Black Watch and ASH.
You have an open attitude that is admirable and respected. Do not lose that.
Enjoy your stay in the UK, and please promise you will visit Scotland
@LethamHill Oh, thank you, dear friend. I definitely will always try and keep an open mind and my enthusiasm up about life. My experience is that we only have one life to live, and I'm grateful for the one I have!
We have been to the highlands, Loch Ness. We are definitely going back!! Scotland is a beautiful place. Thank you for your kind words and support! Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Those are pretty typical handles and locks, fitted to most modern uPVC doors. Lifting the handle does not just engage the main bolt by the lock, but also engages a series of additional catches above and below, as you will have seen. You can replace a Eurolock mechanism in under a minute - you just unscrew a single screw and pull the lock out (just make sure you get the right length measurements for the replacement!) And you can have the same key fit every door, as I did when I replaced our locks. Thieves have perfected "snapping" - a technique that breaks the lock to open the door. So, preferably, people should replace "ordinary" Eurolocks with "anti-snap" ones, that defeat the snapping technique.
Fantastic, thank you for your insight on locks! I truly appreciate your time watching and sharing with me. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
I think what you're trying to say is, it makes sense.
Sure is. Cheers, Chris
Not sure if you can get the actual AGA brand in the USA, but I've seen very similar setups (these were in older and larger rural properties).
Surely the same types of boiler (we call them combi boilers, eg heating the house, and instant heating of water on demand, but no need for a hot water tank) are available in the US, I'm sure I stayed in a friend's house that had this type of boiler (because she complained that she didn't have an airing cupboard...).
I'm not 100% if I can, but I will definitely try to find one. I'm so sorry for you family not having hot water! Sending good vibes that it's fixed soon and for it not to be to expensive. My thoughts are with your family. Cold showers are not fun. Thank you for sharing with me. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
The difference in the electrics surely comes from the voltage difference (Uk 240v, US 120v). The high voltage is more dangerous(?) but perhaps makes it easier to heat water quickly. The low voltage is preferred on UK building sites where there are additional hazards.
I've never understood the use of 115V on building sites. The most important thing is the isolation brought about by the step down transformer. Ok, so using 115V means there has to be a transformer and so isolation is inevitable and everyone can cut cables in total safety and never get a shock, but everything weighs twice as much and costs a lot more (everything needs about twice as much copper)... They could just as easily have chosen a 1:1: transformer for isolation, enforce the usage through Rules / connectors, and save the weight.
There is also the use of an earth line on all electrical cables and sockets in the UK not in US so far safer
Many US homes are turning over to 240v, especially new builds...
@@glastonbury4304 Ah, interesting. I thought they'd long had two 115V phases supplied, to give 240V for those few appliances that really needed it. What are they doing now? A single 240V phase, + power electronics to convert that to 115 for outlets? Or, just more 240V outlets?
@abarratt8869 ...as you know Edison and Tesla had two conflicting views...Edison went with 110V and Tesla with 240V ...however the US was quite far ahead of Europe and the world when it came to wiring the homes , however they found that the 240V system worked more efficiently than the 110V system, but by this time it was to expensive to change...the world learnt by Americas mistakes basically , however they are changing slowly to 240v , primarily for efficiency and the fact, having lived in the States many homes now have so many gadgets and electrical appliances that their systems within the home keep tripping out...I couldn't have a dryer on, vacuum the home , TV on without tripping the fuse box if I turned a hairdryer on or the kids wanted to play with their PlayStation...sadly from an infrastructure point of view the US is so far behind Europe and a lot of the world and only ahead in military terms...kind of like North Korea but not as bad of course 🤷🏻😅
With all these British ideas going back to the US ensure you have a 'Stars and Stripes' on display to remind you you are back in the US. 😊😊😊😊 I do have the same locks on my doors. I have a large garden with two apple trees, an American Giant Plum tree, I have a bit of the US, and a Hazelnut tree. Not that I get many Hazelnuts as the Squirrels beat me to it, they start early picking.
We will be going eventually, but we are enjoying while we are here. Sounds like some amazing trees. Thanks for commenting. Cheers, Chris.
That's a pretty beautiful flower arrangement behind you, Jess. Love all your videos and much as we will hate to lose you (from the UK) next year, I will look forward to seeing how many of these things you get into your US home.
'The kiss of the sun for pardon,
The song of the birds for mirth,
One is nearer God's Heart in a garden
Than anywhere else on Earth.' (Dorothy Gurney)
Thanks for the kind words. We look forward to it as well. Cheers, Chris.
Regarding the outlets, you should do a quick segment on all the safety features of UK outlets and plugs ...theres loads ❤
Great suggestion. Cheers, Chris
Indeed, and agreed! There are several widely-shared videos on RUclips about why the UK Type G plug and socket system is (generally, albeit not universally especially amongst the partisans!) regarded as being far superior to the US system. And it is mostly about safety, some about convenience, and part is a function of the UK copper-saving ring main system. LOTS of US-based commentators have reacted to the same videos, though, and IMO RUclips is boringly full of them!
What YOU could do, perhaps, that would be much more interesting, would be to perhaps watch one or two of the source videos (if you have not done so already?) and then record your OWN take on the differences as are evident to YOU, and what features you do and do not prefer? I suspect it would be much more interesting, and natural, and genuine (like your brilliant videos generally), than most of the "standard" reaction videos that are already out there. One for a rainy day. maybe - not that rain ever seems to stop you getting out and about?!
ps. just about the only disadvantage US commentators find with the UK system is what happens if you stand barefoot on a plug, pins face up? Red herring! I can't recall anyone I know ever doing that! Not least because, with the UK switched socket system, there is rarely any need to unplug things other than small appliances you then put away.
And another ps. Most reactors, and especially most responders, don't seem to understand the purpose of the fuse in the plug. Nowadays, when circuits should be protected with breakers rather than circuit fuses, the main purpose of the fuse in the plug is to protect the flex to the appliance or the appliance itself from fire risk from overheating, where it is drawing too much current but not enough to blow the 32A breaker on the circuit.. Especially where a 3A fuse is used. I mention this, since this subject inevitably leads to much ill-informed and often intemperate argument!
@adriangoodrich4306 Thank you for the lovely information and insight! Truly appreciate the support. We would definitely be happy to create a video regarding the outlets and power differences. I love sharing videos with you all. I'm just glad some find them entertaining. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
@@adriangoodrich4306 ...spot on mate 👍
You have a surface mounted box but there are flush types for the walls as for the pull cord this is designed to stop you from being electrocuted (wet hands/moisture) 230-250 volts over 100 volts more than the USA.
Yep, cheers. Chris
my front and back doors you put the handle up to lock but you can unlock normally, l like key use as l don’ lock myself out. l would love to have a garden but where the garden would be is a garage. Great video you and your family are a pleasure to watch you really see to love what is good about Uk. ♥️
Thanks for the kind words. We are glad that you enjoyed it. Cheers, Chris.
We replaced the locks with two keys in our house with cylinders which have a thumb lock on the inside. This is very important for fire safety.
Good point. Cheers, Chris
You are ADORABLE!!
Oh, thank you! 🤍 Jess x
I wonder if it will take some adjustment when you go back home to the usa to get back to the normal usa way of doing things ,also a side note you must have a kettle no homes complete without one
It will take some adjusting for sure. And we will have a kettle too. Cheers, Chris
Just watched your video (nicely done) and thought id post a comment.
The UK voltage was standardised with the rest of europe back in the 90s bringing ours down a little and Europe up a little allowing all the electrical items used to work without any issues
The only difference is the plugs.
Pullcords in bathrooms seem to be more common in older properties but im sure some builders of newer ones are thinking its a good idea.
No electrical sockets in bathrooms as water and electric should never mix (thats just asking for trouble).
And with the key in the lock on modern style UPVC doors its possible to have a turn button on the inside of the lock to lock without a key and can still be opened from outside with a key once locked (safer for older folk living alone)
Ive recently moved into a small flat with this lock with a key safe on the outside containing a spare door key my family have the code for if they need to get in. (simple to replace existing locks on doors for this type in around 5 minutes and cheaply too)
Thanks for the information. It is nice to know the why behind the reason. Cheers, Chris
It's a code of practice to have a cord in the bathroom to operate power for the light or power for a shower,another thing which people do not understand is you MUST NOT be able operate an electrice device with one hand an use your water taps at the same time,This is just incase you have wet hands to transmit an electrical current through your body.
You can get a lock barrel/cylinder for UPvc doors that have a knob on one end so you don't need a key to lock on the inside. This makes life easier
Open door
Shut
Handle up to activate the 8 bolts around door
Then turn knob to lock in place
These are easy to install as just require removing a bolt to remove key cylinder
Most windows have similar security also a tilt, open or lock ajar!
Again accessed by the handle
Electrics!
You may wish to ask a UK electrician if what you wish to install in the US is feasible. With your. Serial electric circuit and 110v power supply as opposed to our ring main 230v supply. You could put in a ring main and take over the requisite sockets to eliminate the annoying accidental pulling out of plugs. As you know you can't really accidentally do that here! 👍
Thank you for all the lovely information you shared. Really appreciate the time you took to share with me. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
You’ve had your hair done haven’t you? Looks really nice 👍🏻😊
She went a little bit back. Thanks for noticing. Cheers, Chris
Combi boiler is what I think you have,the bathroom cord is so that you do not get a shock from moiture.Another thing is you might not have is a letter box in the US but is common in the UK,and if it will not go in your letterbox the post person will give a knock on your door.
Delivery is made to a post box at entrance to yard . British Posties go 1 step further, Here in Aussie land it is the same as the USA.
@@duncancallum Our Amazon parcels too comes with a knock on the door if your in, but I have watched youtube videos of the US they are just left on a porch in full view of the public to steal.If our parcels cannot be delivered the post or whoever tries a next door neighbour leaving a note in the property that did not get the parcel that it has been deliverd but to another address.Yes most do go that extra mile to deliver in the UK.I used to tip the postoffice person just before christmas as a thankyou for what they do.
That was a shock when we first got here too. Cheers, Chris.
@@lesjones471 That is nice of you to tip the Postie at Xmas, i started off as a telegram boy in 1955 in Edinburgh then a postie at 18 , got called up for National Service in 1958 . Off to Cyprus i went in the Royal Signals at Episkopi Garrison , loved the sun while there and lots of swimming. Demobbed in 1960 back to work in the PO got on with life met a girl , went to movies in 1962 or 3 saw Cliff Richard in Summer Holiday, that brought back memories of the sunshine. OFF to Queensland in Nov 1964 been here since , lots of sunshine for sure here, to hell with swimming here though , too many nasties with big teeth swimming around here . Never have tipped out Postie as they change a lot not like home where your Postie could be yours for years and knew everyone on his delivery rounds , kept one fit too upstairs and downstairs every day including twice on Saturdays and at the age of 25 one gets the full wage for the first time , a long apprentice it was dear knows why .Duncan.
Hi Jess. I’m a bit surprised you never mentioned the windows that open conventionally but can tilt back as an alternative. Two totally different hinge mechanisms that work in concert. Perhaps you haven’t seen them?
Oh, friend I have no experience with those type of windows. Would've definitely said them if it was something my home had. Thank you for your comment. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
I would get a wood and coal burning Aga in UP Michigan. I am sure that there is no shortage of trees for burning there so you could use that 95% of the time, then you could have a few bags of coal or wood pellets for when you do not want to feed the fire.
Great suggestion, we might have to go down that route. Cheers, Chris
Your locks in those handles will be "Oval" or "Euro" Profiles. I wouldn't recommend leaving the key in the lock, in case another keyholder tries to unlock from the outside. This can damage the lock, to a point that they need replacing. Love your Vlogs about our UK. Many thanks.
Thank you for the insight and lock recommendations. We truly appreciate your time enjoying our fun videos. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Really miss not having a solid fuel range in this house but not the cost of Anthracite or smokeless boiler fuel nowadays, unless designed for wood burning using it means the efficiency drops. They cook beautiful roasts and bake bread to die for. Just have to do the bulk of cooking during the cheap night time electricity period now.
That is a fair point, do all you can at once and not over use it. Cheers, Chris
Pull cord in the bathroom is there for safety , touching a wall switch with wet hands could cause and electrical shock.
I think that its by law in the UK to have a pull cord in the bathroom it makes sense.
That is a good point. Cheers, Chris
The reason for pull cords in bathroom is for safety. If steam accumulates on the cord it will run down the cord not up to the source of power, you will not get shocked
It makes a lot of sense. Cheers, Chris
Hi. Pullcords in the bathrooms are a legal requirement here in the UK. At 250 volts we are at more than double the US domestic feeds. Our domestic supplies have “grown” many regulations after people do so many stupid things that can be so dangerous that people get killed. Using wet rands on a traditional light switch kills people so it became a regulation to have pull switches. Dropping hair dryers into baths has killed a few people so we regulated that socket outlets are banned. However, special shaver outlets with an isolating unit are allowed for low wattage devices such as shavers and toothbrushes. Outlets close to the bathroom door are frowned upon because of the chance of taking a device into the bathroom.
Thank you so much for the insight and time sharing with me. I appreciate your time. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Most people in the UK don't have an Aga/Rayburn in the kitchen, instead having the standard type of ovens/hobs (stoves.) But if you've learnt to cook on an Aga too, then you've done very well.
It took a little learning, but it makes amazing food. Cheers, Chris
When you want to sell your home, you could advertise it on-line to other Americans who would like to experience what you have experienced, and link it to a resumé of your travels in a short edited version.
When are you going home, anyway - you could ask your commander for an extension of time perhaps?
We are only letting here, however, we will let other Americans' know. We are headed back to the US next year and we already have our small holding that is waiting for us. Cheers, Chris
The string pull switch in the bedroom is a very dated idea and ugly, seen in 1950s/60s dumpy boarding houses, unheated rooms with a basin and shared bathroom down the corridor, I’d copy the modern Premier inn Hub style rooms, controllable ambient mood lighting switches on a ledge by the bed, plus USB & HDMI ports, Wi-Fi, and power sockets including a European outlet.
Appreciate your insight and information. Thank you for your time. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Great video 👍 When fitting out your home in the states have a look out for state and federal Grant's for green energy
improvements !😊etc
Thanks for the tip! Cheers, Chris
AGA Rangemaster is owned by the American Corporation Middleby. It may well be possible to acquire one in the US.
Thanks for the tip. Cheers, Chris
Oh dear seems like you already planning your return to the US of A. It will have been mentioned pull cords in bathroom are a key safety feature 240 v and wet hands on switches don’t mix!!!!! You might struggle fitting pull cords in your farm house bed room. There is a switch normally by the door as well as pull switch. So you need to wire in two way switching and need an extra wire,
Thanks for the advice, hopefully it will work. Cheers, Chris
@@DaydreamersBarn yes it’s just a thought and easily resolved by an electrician. Most American houses have studded walls and threading through wires is easy. Mind you these days we just ask Alexa!!! Love the video as always
AGA is definitely available in USA but I have no idea of the cost - buy they are certainly not cheap anywhere . You pay for quality . I am over 70 and grew up with one till I left home at 18 and my mother was lost when my parents eventually moved to a smaller house and she had to use a regular gas oven . Her baking was never the same again .
They are very expensive to operate. It takes some understanding either way when switching up baking styles. Cheers, Chris
@@DaydreamersBarn You mentioned oil as fuel but there are solid fuel versions available if that was more suitable as an alternative. I know in Ireland we had an abundance of deadfall wood for free.
You may be interested in watching the Tim Scott RUclips video about the safety features of the UK plug.
*Tom
@@elemar5 thank you
Thanks for the suggestion. Cheers, Chris
Just googled....'Do they have AGAs in America?
Rangemaster models are sold in the USA under the AGA brand name'. Maybe not the same thing, but worth exploring. Robert, uk.
That might be worked into the floorplan. Cheers, Chris
I will be sorry to see you go, England will always welcome you with open arms, as regards the electrical system yes its well thought out especially the plugs but as its 230/240 volts it can be very dangerous, ive had a wallop of it many times and it leaves your arm numb
We are glad England has been so welcoming. Dangerous indeed, that does not sound fun getting shocked. Cheers, Chris
You may not be 'fancy' but you are very classy Jess. It's great you can incorporate some British things when you go back home. And you say 'you know' about 50 times every vlog, that's funny you know🤣
She is very classy and quite amazing. Cheers, Chris
Cornish range beats an arga to hands down.
That would be amazing to have one of those. Cheers, Chris
My door handles are the same as yours,
Nice, thank you so much for your comment. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
b52!
💯 one of my favorite aircraft! Cheers 🤍 Jess x
You’re nearly up to 5,000 subscribers now and then you’ll earn a little bit more money from RUclips !
You’ve got used to using an electric kettle over here which only takes just under two minutes to boil but with the 120v in the US the electric kettles there take nearly five minutes to boil ! I believe that wall light switches in the US have to be pushed upwards to turn on lights, the opposite of over here ?
I think there is a safety principle involved that, in an emergency, it may be easier to push down than up. For something like a chainsaw there probably legally has to be a clear positive way of turning it off - which means an obvious switch that you can press down. I think this principle is applied to electrics and car switches on the European continent.
It is the opposite as it is here. It still makes me think every time. Cheers, Chris
@@DaydreamersBarn 👍
Interesting collection of cultural differences.
Thanks. Cheers, Chris
I'm not being cheeky but would you get these responces in this thread in the US or other places not counting UK?
I understand your comment. It would be a very different response if I was making this in the US because I'm from there. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
@@DaydreamersBarn Those who have never left the US are missing out,I understand not everyone has money and do not need to leave the US,the closest Iv'e been to the US was when I was in the forces we left UK to go to Canada, on the way to Iceland to refuel then landed at Calgary, was on a road from Calgary to Batus training area the Cafe stop was around halfway on my journey, I purchased 2 burgers loaded because I was hungry but I got a surprise both burgers were what you call loaded(BIG),I could only eat one at that time,to me they were massive.Did the training excersise for weeks then had time off I and others went to medicine Hat for a lookaround and had a few drinks,I believe it's around 30mls from the American border,but I do not know if it's true or not.Weather when I got to the training area was all snow & cold but within a couple of weeks it was summer not like the UK were it take months to get warm.
The electrical system is 230V in UK. The pull cords in the bathroom are to stop you getting electrocuted when switching the light with wet hands. Electrical outlets are not allowed by law in UK bathrooms for the same safety reason.
You can get 2x the power for the same current on 230V (UK) vs 110V (US). Instant electric hot water wouldn't make sense in US as the cables would have to be huge.
The concept of energy saving and efficiency is largely non existent in USA. We appreciate being downstream of the USA as it helps to keep the UK warm in the winter.
In UK we love our gardens.
Great points. We love our gardens (yards) in the US as well. Cheers, Chris.
Pull cords are to stop people electrocuting themselves with wet hands in a bathroom due to the U.K’s higher mains voltage.
Good point. Cheers, Chris
You don't have combi boilers in USA
Yes, they do. Unfortunately, not in any of the homes I have had. With us redoing our farmhouse, I get to make it more energy efficient. Thank you for your question. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
AGAs are so big and heavy you build a house around them, you aren't putting one in! 😂😂
Fair point. Cheers, Chris
I hope you realise you can get solid fuel Aga that uses wood or coal
It is something that we have thought about. Cheers, Chris.
As regards the switched electricity system, unless it violates the local code requirements, there is no reason that you couldn't swap out the US outlets with a UK one. You may have to adjust the outlet hole but we also have surface mounted outlets. Connect the live to live and neutral to neutral, and the earth, if available. There is no difference apart from the fact that you now have a switch. Take a supply of plugs and you can connect your appliances to them by cutting the old plug off and splitting the wiring. If you throw the handle up when you leave your house the door will be locked, but it can be overcome. To be sure, throw the handle and lock it. What was that wine; it had an interesting colour?
Thanks for the suggestion with the switches. Also, it was a mixed drink with flavored sparkling water. Cheers, Chris
@@DaydreamersBarn Hi Chris, when buying plugs and sockets, MK brand is the brand to trust.
Agas do export to USA
Tempting. Cheers, Chris
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