Discussions

I am looking to buy a mini pressure cooker as I love to cook but live alone. I have been able to find the large ones but no smaller ones... Any ideas as to where to find this in Paris? Thank you.

Question: Does anyone know where I could find "Uni Bond" here in Paris?? What is it called in French? Thanks.

Any ideas about where I should buy a magimix? I would like to compare prices without having to run all over town...

I just recently moved into an appartment is the 14th and I was curious... does anyone else feel unsafe when you know that previous renters could have a copy of your keys?? Should I change my locks?

Me again with computer related issues. I need to have someone look at my computer. I saw the list of englsih speaking computer repair shops. But I would like to get a recommendation of one that is good and doesn't charge the earth, moon and stars.

I decided to get the internet in my apartment along with the million tv channels etc. So I did as instructed on the internet providers website. I rang 'directory enquiries' to get the number of my apartment. I have the name of the last tennant as needed. But directory enquiries does not have a phone numner for my apartment. They had one 'free' number for the building but it is not the line going into my apartment. They told me I could plug a phone into the telephone socket dial a number (they gave me) and this would put me through to a computer that would tell me my phone number. I do not have a phone to fo this. So I checked the internet provider website again as the posters siad somethign about unlocking your phoneline without needing a 'pass' (or something like that) from the telephone company. But they still require the phone number of your apartment. I don't fully undersand how my apartment can have a phone line and not have a phone number. The line was activated at one point as far as I know so the number does exist. In Ireland I didn't need a phone number to get the internet. The modem was connected to the television cable or something so wasn't even anywhere near the telephone line as far as I remember. So does anyone know how to get the phone number of my apartment in a simple way? Or how to get the internet in a simple way? Has anyone else had a comlicated experience of getting the internet? Help me please?

any recommendations?

Interested in buying a complete shower unit which is sold by Hudson Reed in the UK, US and various countries in Europe. The price in Europe is more than 50% less than the UK - but would the fittings be so different it would be useless in the UK

Does anyone know a reliable english-speaking plumber/handyman working in the 7th, as we need a new bathroom suite put in & tiling done in our (very small) bathroom & do not have enough French to have a plumbing conversation!

Hi, does anybody know of any stores in Paris that sell/mix the various colours of dulux paint that we can get made up in the UK? I find the Bricorama selections quite plain. Help!!

Saw a report about bread makers last night and the szavings you can make with one. Anyone alreagy using one of these and what are your impressions?

Good afternoon, My wife and I are visiting Paris for a 'get comfortable' visit and we would like to look at apartments. (We have some preferred arrondissements already thanks to this forum). Here's the problem>>> even if we find a wonderful place we won't be ready to sign a deal for some time. Thus we're doing research and from the agent or landlord's perspective we're just browsing. (which is a waster of their time, right?) How do people normally do this? Will an agent be eager to show us apartments (in person) under these circumstances? thanks for a great forum!

Would like to get recommendations for reliable, reasonable, shipping company to move from France to US.

We understand that Paris apartment kitchens often come without cabinets, stoves or refrigerators. We also understand that most people take these things when they move. This seems like a lot of hassle (removing, re-installing, hoping the fit). Do Parisians not move very often? The hassle of getting a new apartment would support staying in place. Also these items seem awfully expensive for a non-permanent stay. Even if we stayed 3-5 years I don't want to be leaving behind a kitchen's worth of cabinets and appliances. Can kitchen furnishings (cabinets, fridge, stove) be rented ? How are the costs to do so? Or do most expats only rent avec cuisine equipe? Thanks for a great forum!

I am looking for a trendy kitchen warehouse. Something like Moben in the UK. Where can I go?

Would like to bring some good pieces over, but would rather furnish the appartment in Paris - any good advice re decorators/furniture shops greatly appreciated. PS My French is rudimentary, so would prefer somebody that speaks English

We have had our flat on the market for 3 months now and are having trouble budging it... is this a tricky period or something?

in paris that speaks english and is esperienced/an expert in designing buildings with good handicapped access?

Other than ikea, (which is the obvious one) does anybody know where i can purchase a budgeted price kitchen? Paris area only, please. Many thanks Donna

Is it too late to prune my apple tree - does anyone know?