Tuesday 23 December 2014

Do I need to change from propane to butane Calor Gas for summer caravanning?

Another of the frequently asked questions of Calor Gas Dealers Towler & Staines, the LPG Specialists is "do I need to change from propane to butane Calor Gas cylinders when I go caravanning or camping in summer?

The answer is no, because propane offers you the same qualities of performance as butane and has greater flexibility in terms of available regulators. You can fit a regulator which passes a greater amount of gas if you have a lot of gas appliances in your caravan such as a water heater.

For the technically minded, butane has a maximum flame temperature of 1996 degrees C and propane 1980 degrees C. The Calorific Value vaporised is 3200 BTu per cubic foot for butane and 2500 BTu per cubic foot for propane. Butane is needed for indoor use and propane for external use in many applications.

However, the gas performance difference is not really noticeable in use so we advise you to stay with propane all year round.

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Give your New Year Party a more festive flavour!

If you are having a New Year Party and need to make your venue more festive remember that Towler & Staines have a wide range of latex and foil helium balloons available.

We offer many colours and shapes of balloons at affordable prices. Phone us or call in and see us. We re-open on Saturday 27th December 2014 after closing for Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Sunday 14 December 2014

Why should I use propane in winter for my caravan?

At Towler & Staines the LPG Specialists we are asked lots of questions from Calor Gas customers and so we have decided to write a series of blogs with our answers.

Why  should I use propane in winter for my caravan?

Butane gas ceases working at 0 degrees C whereas propane gas actually boils at -42 degrees C and will therefore always work in winter. The only real cost in making the change is the purchase of a new propane regulator. It is important to that the new regulator passes sufficient gas to power all the appliances in the caravan. Water heaters can consume a larger amount of gas than most other appliances.

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Tuesday 9 December 2014

Our suggestions on minimising your energy bills

Energy prices are still high and take up a disproportionate amount of the household budget. The media are still giving this a great deal of attention.

At Towler & Staines Ltd. we believe that mobile Calor Gas heaters have a significant role to play in solving the problem. Above all our cabinet heaters are portable and can be wheeled from room to room, providing spot heat in the zone where you need it. You can leave the central heating for the whole house turned off!

These heaters are "pay as you go" for the Calor Gas cylinders which means no nasty shocks at the end of the month or quarter.

We have a wide range of heaters available at amazingly low prices. Let us be part of your solution to escalating energy prices!

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U-Heat 4.5kW Radiant Heater

Provence White Living Flame Heater

Why does my Calor Gas cylinder sometimes freeze up?

At Towler & Staines we pride ourselves on being LPG Specialists because we have been Calor Gas Principal Dealers for over 50 years. During that time we have answered a number of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and so over the next few weeks we are going to answer some.

Why does my Calor Gas cylinder sometimes freeze up?

Calor Gas is a Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and if your cylinder was transparent it would appear like a bottle of water. When in use the gas valve is open and the liquid becomes gaseous to power your appliance. The process involves air pressure on the cylinder exterior helping it to become a gas.
As the gas is used the liquid level in the cylinder falls and eventually there is insufficient wetted surface area on the cylinder to support the gas offtake of the appliance and the sides of the cylinder freeze up.

This only happens when the appliance such as a blown air heater is burning a great deal of gas and when the bottle is less than half full. The solutions are to turn the appliance to a lower setting or use two bottles in tandem to power it and reduce the risk of the freeze. It is also advisable to check that the regulator passes the correct amount of gas for the appliance.

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Monday 1 December 2014

Record entry for Skipton Santa Fun Run

The 2014 Great Skipton Santa Fun Run took place on Sunday 30th November and had a record number of runners, 1636 in all. The event organised by Skipton Craven Rotary Club was a huge success but we will not know until February just how much money has been raised for worthy causes.

As always, the event was supported by Towler & Staines who provided the catering equipment for the hot drinks and for the runners. A number of Towler & Staines staff and their families took part in the event and a thoroughly good time was had by all.

The Towler & Staines Santas nearly ready for the starter!

Friday 31 October 2014

Be ready for the possible power cuts being predicted.

Recently the media have been featuring concerns about our UK energy capacity. Apparently we have only 5% surplus capacity which may not be sufficient in the event of a prolonged period of very cold weather. The cold weather would significantly increase demand for electricity and the National Grid with a number of power stations out of action at the moment may not be able to cope, resulting in power cuts.

Even if you have gas central heating, electricity is required to run the pump! It may be prudent to be prepared for the worst, rather than just hoping for the best.

At Towler & Staines we are able to supply emergency heating with a wide range of Calor Gas powered mobile heaters. we also have various LPG powered stoves for cooking. Why not call and see us or visit our website www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/141-mobile-heaters and look at our range? We probably have something worth having just in case!
Royal U-Heat Portable Heater

Provence Cream Living Flame Heaterhttp:/

Wednesday 29 October 2014

Halloween Balloons are available at Towler & Staines.

Towler & Staines have a good range of Halloween Foil Balloons in stock. They will be ideal decorations if you are having a party on Friday evening!

Monday 20 October 2014

How does Calor Gas work?

Calor Gas and Calor Propane are liquified petroleum gas (LPG) which is obtained directly from the North Sea or during petrol refining from crude oil.

LPG can be stored as a liquid taking up about two hundred times less space than it would as a gas.
It is stored and delivered in cylinders for a huge variety of uses in almost any location.

Butane and propane in use are effectively the same but as a liquid Calor propane has a lower boiling point which means it becomes a gas at a lower temperature and needs to be stored under higher pressure.

In the cylinder the gas is in liquid form exerting an approximate pressure of 1.72 bar at 15 degrees C
and 6.90 bar at 15 degrees C for propane. This means the correct regulator must be used : it is not possible to change from one fuel source to the other without also changing the regulator.

Calor Propane should never be stored or used indoors at a residence because it is stored under higher pressure.

The chart shows how gas pressure varies with the external temperature. The second diagram shows the change from liquid to gas when the pressure is reduced to normal ie the gas valve is open.
If you need to know more contact Towler & Staines who have staff who will be happy to help.

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Wednesday 1 October 2014

The Great Skipton Santa Fun Run is accepting bookings now!

Have you got the Christmas spirit to join in the fun of a pre-Christmas run?

The Great Skipton Santa Fun Run will take place on Sunday 30th November 2014.
All entrants in this 5 kilometre run will be provided with a FREE Santa suit, so that the streets of Skipton will be thronged with Father Christmas look-alikes. Last year there were almost 1000 runners!


This is not a competitive race event. It is designed so that people of all ages and abilities can take part, have fun and enjoy a community sporting activity. Run, jog or walk: everyone can join in!
Commemorative medals will be presented to all who finish the course.

The start and finish venue is Aireville Park Gargrave Road, Skipton. The assembly area is open from 9am and the run starts at 11am.

It is hoped that participants will raise sponsorship monies to support Manorlands Hospice, Brooklands School, Airedale Hospital, Yorkshire Dales Society and Rotary Charities.

The event is organized by Skipton Craven Rotary Club.

Towler & Staines Ltd. the local Calor Gas Dealer will provide and operate the tea and coffee tent for participants using the Calor Gas powered tea urns. Also a number of our employees are participating in the event.

For further details or to enter the event on line visit:

www.skiptonsantafunrun.co.uk




































www.skiptonsantafunrun.co.uk
The start and finish venue is Aireville Park Gargrave Road, Skipton. The assembly area is open from 9am and the run starts at 11am.

It is hoped that participants will raise sponsorship monies to support Manorlands Hospice, Brooklands School, Yorkshire Dales Society and Rotary Charities. Of course runners can be sponsored for a charity of their choice if they prefer. Last year over £25,000 was raised in total.

The event is organized by Skipton Craven Rotary Club.

Towler & Staines Ltd. the local Calor Gas Dealer will provide and operate the tea and coffee tent for participants using the Calor Gas powered tea urns.

For further details or to enter the event on line visit:

www.skiptonsantafunrun.co.uk




































www.skiptonsantafunrun.co.uk

Saturday 20 September 2014

You ring we bring! Our great delivery service for this winter.

The season when prompt, efficient gas bottle delivery becomes a much more important part of the business of Towler & Staines is rapidly approaching. Our recent blog "any gas in a bottle" emphasised the range of gas bottles we sell but it is important to know that we offer an unrivalled delivery service in all BD postcodes and a number of LS and HD postcodes. Also, it is worth noting
that our drivers are happy to connect the cylinder to your appliance if required, having disconnected and removed your empty cylinder.

You ring us and we bring the gas bottle. For Keighley, Skipton , Ilkley and the Yorkshire Dales phone 01535 606631, for Bradford and Leeds phone 01274 724529. Nowadays, you can also order your gas on line using Worldpay or Paypal to pay on   http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/152-gas-cylinders

When you order we can also accept debit or credit card payment over the phone without a premium charge. Of course you can still pay by cheque or cash if you prefer.

In addition to Calor Gas butane and propane, Air Products industrial gases and Air Liquide drinks dispense gases we can also deliver Calor coal, firewood, logs, kindling, and Zip firelighters.
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One of our 6 delivery trucks

Thursday 28 August 2014

The Motorhome Show Season Finale at Lincoln

The Motorhome Show Season Finale will be at the Lincolnshire Showground for the fifth year on 26th, 27th and 28th September 2014. The show theme is to be the "Best of British" and there will be over 250 exhibitors many with great bargains.

This year the entertainment includes Chas and Dave, Alvin Stardust, The Stones, Complete Madness and the Squadronaires. Another novelty will be the "Great Motorhome Cake Off" with celebrity judge Rosemary Shrager.

As always, Towler & Staines the LPG Specialists will have a show stand offering a large range of items to suit the Motorhome owner or the Caravanner. This year we have a great range of Crusader Outdoor Furniture on offer as well as Cadac barbecues, spares and accessories, bargain gas cartridges, toilet fluids, and LPG essentials.

Do pay us a call even if it is just to say "hello"!

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Cadac 2 Cook Supreme




Monday 25 August 2014

Any gas in a bottle? Towler & Staines can supply it.

Towler & Staines of Keighley and Bradford are the major suppliers of gas in a bottle in all BD and many LS and HD postcodes.

As Calor Gas Principal Dealers we supply 4 different sizes of Calor butane, 12 of Calor propane and 3 sizes of Campingaz butane. In addition we also stock the full range of gas cartridges containing butane, propane or butane/propane mixes.

Air Products Industrial Gas range is enormous but at Towler & Staines we stock 18 different gases, many in a range of sizes. However, if you have a specialist gas need we can obtain it for you. Many of the Air Products gases come with a built in regulator system to save time and cost and number have been specially newly developed for the demands of industry today.

Towler & Staines are also distributors of Air Liquide Drinks Dispense Gas: CO2, in 2 sizes and 30/70  and 60/40 Mixed Gases.

All these gases are always available and can be delivered to your door by our fully trained and qualified drivers. Our service is second to none!

The Calor range

The Air Products range

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Monday 18 August 2014

Dometic Combicool RC1200 absorption cooler back in stock!

At long last, Towler & Staines are delighted to announce that we now have stocks of the Dometic Combicool RC1200 after it being in very short supply for some time.

The Dometic Combicool RC1200 absorption cooler offers enviromentally suited power. It will run on 12-Volt supply in the vehicle, on 230-volt mains supply at home or at the campsite and can easily be switched to gas operation at remote locations.

This excellent portable fridge comes with an attractive modern styled silver outer casing.
It cools to 25 degrees below ambient temperature with a gross capacity of 41 litres. There is even vertical space for 1.5 and 2 litre bottles. An ice tray is included.

Most importantly the Combicool is silent in operation, a major leap forward!

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Saturday 16 August 2014

Outdoor furniture sale at Towler & Staines

Towler & Staines, the LPG Specialists in Keighley and Bradford have a sale of outdoor furniture suitable for the caravanner, camper or even the garden. There are significant reductions off RRP.
Call today and see the range.

The products include the Fresco Table with a durable carry bag. This is a lightweight aluminium slat table which folds down easily and has strong steel legs. It is on offer at £39.99.

Also on offer is the Round Slat Lightweight Folding Table with a durable carry bag, at £29.99.
This table is stylish, folds cleverly down and is easy to transport.

The Superlight Senior Table has a showerproof top with an onyx effect, is extremely light and portable and folds flat. It is an absolute bargain at £22.50.

Several 3 position comfortable portable chairs have been introduced including the extremely popular Big George which is a large accomodating chair. Another chair on offer is the Globe Trotter at £34.99 or £60 for a pair.

These outdoor furniture items are readily available at both showrooms in Bradford and Keighley.
They will also be featured on the Towler & Staines stand at Keighley Show and the Season Finale Show for Caravanners and Motorhome enthusiasts at Lincoln in September.

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Round table

Globetrotter chair



Wednesday 13 August 2014

Towler & Staines have stocks of the Cadac Carri Chef 2 when most outlets do not!

The Cadac Carri Chef 2 launched this year has been remarkably successful and is now in short supply.The good news is that Towler & Staines still have stocks, so do not delay get in touch today, if you would like one!

Below is a reminder of the features of this exciting new barbecue.

The Cadac Carri Chef 2 portable gas barbecue has 7 interchangeable cooking surfaces to truly inspire the chef in you!

First there is the easy to clean barbecue grid with a ribbed surface.This is ideal for grilling meats, chicken, fish and burgers.

Secondly there is the non-stick Grill 2 Braai, which has a half ribbed and a half smooth surface.The grill side is for meats, fish , chicken and burgers, whilst the smooth side suits eggs, pancakes and stir fries.

Thirdly there is the Skottel with it's smooth slightly concave surface. It is ideal for wok style ccoking, pasta dishes and breakfasts.

The non-stick Chef Pan follows with a flat smooth surface and strong vertical edges, ideal for a paella, risotto, pasta dish or traditional breakfast.

Then we have the enamel Roast Pan designed to roast chicken or a joint with vegetables.

Next is the Pizza Stone a recent innovation which can withstand temperatures of 300 degrees C, ideal for cooking this popular dish.

Last of the seven is the Pot Stand which will hold a casserole type dish.

All these items are interchangeable and sold as optional accessories. It is easy to swap one for the
other without any additional parts. They are all in stock and on display for you to examine at Towler & Staines Ltd. shops in Keighley and Bradford West Yorkshire. Alternatively they may be purchased on line.

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Non-stick Chef Pan

Monday 11 August 2014

It's showtime again, this time it is Keighley

The 57th Keighley & District Agricultural Show will be held on Saturday 6th September 2014 at Marley in Keighley. The attractions at the show include: chef demonstrations, wine tasting, breadmaking demonstrations, terrier racing and Ridden Heavy Horses. The Greenside Alpacas will be paying a visit again and Pulse Radio will be broadcasting from the showground. Haworth Band will be playing some tunes to add to the festive atmosphere.

Of course in our view, the main attraction will be the Towler & Staines trade showstand featuring a few of the many items we sell. Call and see us, you are sure of a friendly welcome and you may find something you really need!

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Sunday 6 July 2014

Say hello at Bingley Show

The Towler & Staines Showstand will be exhibiting at Bingley Show on Saturday 19th July 2014.
The show is at Myrtle Park, Bingley and details can be found on www.bingleyshow.co.uk

The showstand will feature a large range of products from Towler & Staines the LPG Specialists, including Calor, Beauclaire and Cadac portable barbecues, Crusader and Quest outdoor chairs and tables, and many more things that you may not be able to manage without!
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Pay us a visit, you will not be disappointed.

Tuesday 10 June 2014

Now there is something completely different at Towler & Staines!

Towler & Staines now stock the amazing new juicer the Nutribullet at both their shops in Keighley and Bradford.

The high powered unit can bust open seeds, crack through stems, shred tough skins, and break down even the toughest ingredients. The result is the enjoyable taste of a bounty of nutricious fruits and vegetables all in one delicious Nutriblast drink.

The health benefits of these juice drinks are enormous. 1/8th cup of nutrient extracted flax seed in a Nutriblast Smoothie is equivalent to the same amount of antioxidants as 60 cups of broccoli or 100 slices of whole wheat bread!

The Nutribullet package comprises: 1 x 680ml tall cup; 1 x user manual and cookbook; 1 x pocket nutitionist; 1 x high torque power base unit; 1 x short cup with 1 handled comfort lip ring 380ml; 1 x extractor blade; 1 x milling blade; and 2 x stayfresh re-sealable lids.

So call soon at Towler & Staines the Calor Gas Principal Dealer who stocks gas, appliances and so much more. We can now improve your health with the Nutribullet at a reasonable price!

Ask anyone who has tried the new juice regime and they will tell you how much better they feel.
In short using the Nutribullet superfood nutrition extractor you ingest your food in its most absorptive state and your digestive system absorbs and uses the nutition within.

Sunday 1 June 2014

More new products at Towler & Staines

Towler & Staines the LPG Specialists and Calor Gas Principal Dealer in Bradford and Keighley have recently added a new product range to their offerings. Many customers are enthusiasts for the outdoor life, camping, caravanning or just spending time in the garden with a Calor Gas powered barbecue! So a new range of high quality collapsible tables and chairs have been introduced at affordable prices to complement these activities.

The products include the Fresco Table with a durable carry bag. This is a lightweight aluminium slat table which folds down easily and has strong steel legs. It is on offer at £39.99.

Also on offer is the Round Slat Lightweight Folding Table with a durable carry bag, at £29.99.
This table is stylish, folds cleverly down and is easy to transport.

The Superlight Senior Table has a showerproof top with an onyx effect, is extremely light and portable and folds flat. It is an absolute bargain at £22.50.

Several 3 position comfortable portable chairs have been introduced including the extremely popular Big George which is a large accomodating chair. Another chair on offer is the Globe Trotter at £34.99 or £60 for a pair.

These outdoor furniture items are readily available at both showrooms in Bradford and Keighley.
They will also be featured on the Towler & Staines stand at Bingley and Keighley Shows and the end of season finale show for Caravanners and Motorhome enthusiasts at Lincoln in September.

http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/97-gas-barbecues

Monday 19 May 2014

Smaller barbecues for those who have limited space or enjoy caravanning or camping

Towler & Staines the Calor Gas Principal Dealers in Keighley and Bradford have a wide range of quality barbecues on offer. Brands include Ducane, Weber, Broil King, Sterling, Lifestyle, Calor, Beauclaire and Cadac.

Beauclaire and Cadac offer smaller barbecues which are ideal for the camper, caravanner, motorhome owner or someone who has limited outdoor space such as a small balcony (a feature of so many new homes nowadays).

At the moment, Towler & Staines have a special offer on the Cadac Grillogas. The Grillogas comes with an aluminium 36cm reversible top, one side ribbed and one side smooth. The ribbed side is perfect for grilling steaks and fish, while the flat side is ideal for cooking the traditional breakfast.

The main features of the Grillogas are as follows: 
Non-stick reversible grill top - 36cm diameter.
Hard vitreous enamel coated burner pan.
Pot stand.
Carry bag
Removable aluminium legs and stainless steel stem.
Easily washable fat pan.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES - 36cm Paella Pan, 33cm Pizza Stone and roast pan.

The Grillogas price is £109.99 and Towler & Staines are offering a free dome lid worth £32.99 for a limited period only.

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Thursday 8 May 2014

Why use patio gas? We have the answer.

At Towler & Staines, the Calor Gas Principal Dealer in Bradford and Keighley we are frequently asked the question " why Calor Patio Gas?" So here is my answer.

In recent years gas barbecues are increasingly designed for propane gas, possibly because butane gas is not available for consumers in a number of countries including the USA and Canada. The original Calor Propane cylinders have a female threaded valve which requires a spanner to make a gas tight connection.

With the arrival of the Patio Heater and the increasing popularity of gas barbecues it was decided that a clip on regulator with a gas contents indicator was much more user friendly and, most importantly, safer. Hence the launch of Calor Patio Gas a few years ago which is propane gas with a clip on connection and a contents indicator. It is in a green and red cylinder and comes in two sizes: the 13kg which is ideal for Patio Heaters and larger barbecues (four burners and more); the 5kg which is suited to smaller barbecues and the recently introduced Grill 2 Go is specially designed to fit on it.

The clip on regulator is designed to pass a greater quantity of gas than the small propane regulator and is therefore suitable for even the largest barbecue or patio heater. If you have any other queries on this subject please contact a member of staff at Towler & Staines, the LPG Specialists and we will be delighted to help    .http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/152-gas-cylinders

Wednesday 7 May 2014

Barbecues and the lighting of them.

At Towler & Staines we are passionate about Calor Gas powered barbecues. We believe that the convenience of controlled heat, the speed of heating up to cooking temperature and the absence of dirty hands from charcoal are great advantages. We stock a wide range of quality gas barbecues to suit your needs.
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However, we do recognise that there a sustantial number of barbecue enthusiasts who insist on charcoal, and in view of this we stock the Zip range of firelighters which are the best and easiest form of charcoal ignition.

The Zip Cracklelog is ideal for lighting firepits and chimineas. We even stock Calor branded Kindling for fueling them.
Zip Cracklelog

Zip Firelighters available in various sizes


Calor Kindling
 Calor Wood Coal the bag is bigger than it looks!

Tuesday 6 May 2014

Three more shows for Towler & Staines, the LPG Specialists

Towler & Staines the LPG Specialists attended the National Motorhome and Caravan Show in Peterborough with their showstand a couple of weeks ago. The stand which featured an array of LPG accessories, Cadac and Beauclaire barbecues, Crusader tables and chairs, plus many other items of value to the motorhome or caravan owner, was a resounding success.

The Towler & Staines Showstand will be at three further shows this year:

BINGLEY SHOW at Myrtle Park, Bingley on Saturday 19th July 2014.

KEIGHLEY SHOW at Marley, Keighley on Saturday 6th September 2014.

THE MOTORHOME SHOW SEASON FINALE at Lincoln Showground LN2 2NA
on 26th - 28th September 2014.

Do pay us a visit at one of these shows you are bound to find something of interest.

Towler & Staines Showstand at Peterborough
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Monday 21 April 2014

Why choose a Beauclaire Outdoor Cooking System?

As the outdoor cooking season approaches you might be thinking about buying a Beauclaire Outdoor Cooking System. The following is a collection of facts about the Beauclaire and a few cooking hints.
 
The ‘promise’ of the Beauclaire is: thanks to the design of the flame pattern combined with the use of CAST griddles, the cooking surface area temperature is virtually identical wherever the food is placed on the griddle.

As the griddles are cast (as opposed to pressed) aluminium or iron, they are thick, so as well as the heat spread, the heat retention is excellent  -  with the result that usually you need only a low flame for cooking.
                                                                                                                                                                                      The ‘non-stick’ aluminium, although as thick as its cast iron equivalent, is less than half the weight (3.2kg)

 The double-sided design: one side about 70% smooth/30% ridged, the other side about 70% ridged/30% smooth, allows for flexibility in the combination of foods cooked simultaneously. Although nothing is laid down in stone, the mainly smooth side is usually used for fish, pancakes, snacks, large omelettes etc with tomatoes, onions, mushrooms…on the ridged section; and the mainly ridged side is used for meats, and griddled vegetables, with the smaller smooth section for eggs, drop scones etc.

 Snacks can include cheese toasted sandwich (smooth or ridged area): 2 slices bread, one side buttered, placed down, decent thickness slice of cheese/ham/whatever, second slice buttered, up. Flip when first side ready, and cheese is starting to ooze out.

Using the Oven Dome

-This is used for anything from just keeping off a cool wind, to a full roast.

For roasting, a chicken is probably the best, but entirely up to the chef. Roasting bags avoid mess. Always roast in a dish, never directly onto the griddle, and preferably in a roasting tin, ie just like in the oven.

 -For pizzas, depending on the pizza size, any tray up to 36cm dia is fine. Preferably place the tray on a wire grill sitting on the griddle (either side) minimum 1cm off the grid

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Sunday 20 April 2014

Calor Mini-BBQ on show at Peterborough

Next weekend 25th to 27th April Towler & Staines will be exhibiting at the National Motorhome and Caravan Show at Peterborough. The West Yorkshire based Calor Gas Principal Dealers will have wide range of goods on show including barbecues from Beauclaire, Cadac and Calor, a number of accessories for the outdoor life and tables and chairs from Crusader.

The stand will feature the newly launched Calor Mini-BBQ which has the following features:

Not only is the Calor Mini-BBQ a highly stylish piece of design, use its automatic ignition and you'll be cooking in an instant. Connect it to Calor's 400g cartridge when you're out and about or to Calor's 6kg lightweight cylinder if you're cooking for a crowd.

The Calor Mini-BBQ's portability means you can enjoy superior gas cooking on the go, anytime, anywhere! It's ideal for family holidays, lunch in the park, or cooking in style outdoors with your friends

.Its self contained design makes it multifuntional, versatile and very smart. A handy 400g gas cartridge can be housed within the unit, while the wooden lid serves as your prep area on the go - so everything can be carried in one!

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An exploded view of the Calor Mini-BBQ

Tuesday 15 April 2014

How to make the most of light spring evenings.

This week we have great weather: relatively warm days with clear skies followed by lighter evenings which begin to get chilly later. To take advantage of these conditions you need a Calor Gas powered Patio Heater. This will enable you to sit outside longer with your favourite drink, perhaps with friends and perhaps augmented by a barbecue!

At Towler & Staines we have a range of Calor Gas powered Patio Heaters to do the job for you. We have the Flame Tower, the Sahara from Universal Innovations, the Orchid and the Sirocco Stainless Steel Tabletop, and the Santorini from Lifestyle.
Pay us a visit either at our showrooms in Bradford and Keighley or on-line @                            http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/149-patio-heaters

Santorini Heat & Light

Sunday 13 April 2014

Visit the marquee containing the best gas barbecue range in Yorkshire

Towler & Staines the LPG Specialists and Calor Gas Dealers in Keighley have erected a large marquee in their yard to accommodate and display their large range of gas barbecues. They have probably the largest range of gas barbecues in Yorkshire for you to consider. With a knowledgeable and helpful staff on hand it is the place to visit if you are looking for a new barbecue for the summer.

The range on view includes Broil King, Ducane, Weber, Lifestyle, Cadac Entertainer and Carri Chef, Calor Mini, Campingaz, Beauclaire and Beefeater.
The picture shows the new Beefeater Clubman 17540 griddle barbecue. This model has a
50cm x 90cm griddle area giving a massive 24kw heat input. It has fold down side tables, fold away legs and is supplied with hose and regulator. It can be assembled in under 5 minutes and is truly excellent value at £499.99 including VAT.

The Beefeater Clubman is available to buy or to hire. It is ideal for a large party, for a caterer, or a sports club or for scout, cub, guide and brownie groups.

Pay the Towler & Staines a visit and see the best range of quality barbecues.                     http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/97-gas-barbecues

Tuesday 8 April 2014

A new portable way to power your LPG appliance.

Did you know that you can run your Cadac Barbecue off a Cadac Cartridge?

The Power Pak Dual Gas Cartridge Supply system is the answer, it will drive most gas appliances such as small barbecues, camping stoves,  and small heaters. It is ideal for the beach or day trips avoiding the need for a heavy gas cylinder.

The Power Pak is the first of it's kind. It is light and easily portable, powered by 2 x 445g or 2 x 500g Cadac threaded gas valve cartridges (not included ) give the gas supply regulated consistently to       28 mbar regardless of the external temperature to power the appliance.

The Power Pak is available from Towler & Staines the Calor Gas Dealers in Keighley and Braford at both shops or on-line.http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/166-cadac-appliances-and-accessories



Friday 4 April 2014

Santa Fun Run raised a record amount for charity.

In November and December 2013 I posted about the Great Skipton Santa Fun Run organised by my Rotary Club , Skipton Craven. The event duly took place with a record number of entries.

It is estimated that overall the event raised £29,000. The Rotary Club itself raised over £12,000 and recently gave cheques to the Yorkshire Dales Society, Manorlands Hospice, Martin House Childrens Hospice and STEPS Charity for people with limb abnormality. The other funds making up the total have been paid over by the participants to the good cause they were supporting.

Towler & Staines Ltd. provided the Calor Gas powered catering equipment so that participants could enjoy a well earned cuppa after their exertions!
http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/124-catering

Be an inspired outdoor chef.

The Cadac Carri Chef  2 portable gas barbecue has 7 interchangeable cooking surfaces to truly inspire the chef in you!

First there is the easy to clean barbecue grid with a ribbed surface.This is ideal for grilling meats, chicken, fish and burgers.

Secondly there is the non-stick Grill 2 Braai, which has a half ribbed and a half smooth surface.The grill side is for meats, fish , chicken and burgers, whilst the smooth side suits eggs, pancakes and stir fries.

Thirdly there is the Skottel with it's smooth slightly concave surface. It is ideal for wok style ccoking, pasta dishes and breakfasts.

The non-stick Chef Pan follows with a flat smooth surface and strong vertical edges, ideal for a paella, risotto, pasta dish or traditional breakfast.

Then we have the enamel Roast Pan designed to roast chicken or a joint with vegetables.

Next is the Pizza Stone a recent innovation which can withstand temperatures of 300 degrees C, ideal for cooking this popular dish.

Last of the seven is the Pot Stand which will hold a casserole type dish.

All these items are interchangeable and sold as optional accessories. It is easy to swap one for the
other without any additional parts. They are all in stock and on display for you to examine at Towler & Staines Ltd. shops in Keighley and Bradford West Yorkshire. Alternatively they may be purchased on line.

http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/185-carri-chef-2
Non-stick Chef Pan
Pizza Stone

Tuesday 1 April 2014

Towler & Staines will exhibit at the National Motorhome and Caravan Show at Peterborough.

Towler & Staines Limited the LPG Specialists will be exhibiting at the Peterborough Motorhome Show on 25th to 27th April 2014. It is billed as the UK's Largest Outdoor Motorhome Show and this is it's 24th year. Towler & Staines Limited will be one of 350 exhibitors at the show, so we hope you can find the time to come and see us!

The entertainment at the show includes: Barron Knights, Merseybeats and comedian Stan Boardman.

You can see more about this show at www.outandaboutlive.co.uk

Our stand will feature a veritable Aladin's Cave of appliances and accessories at affordable prices for those who like the outdoor life. Of course we will be offering the Beauclaire Outdoor Cooking System, Crusader tables and chairs, Cadac barbecues including spares and accessories, Quest appliances and chairs, Bullfinch connection systems, Brookstone products, Calor Gas regulators and fittings and lots lots more. Be sure to visit the show and our stand and you will not be disappointed!

http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/

Sunday 23 March 2014

Visit us at the Great Yorkshire Motorhome and Caravan Show next weekend

The Great Yorkshire Motorhome and Caravan Sale will take place at the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate on the 28th,29th and 30th March 2014. This is a day visitor event and details can be found on the following link: http://www.warnersgroup.co.uk/What-We-Do/Exhibitions-and-Shows/Great-Yorkshire-Motorhome-and-Caravan-Show/

Towler & Staines will be exhibiting at this show again with a range of items which are ideal for the caravanner or motorhome owner. We will be offering a range of new design lightweight tables and chairs from Crusader and Quest.

There will be seven different cooking appliances on display from Beauclaire and Cadac. You can vary your cooking style using the wide range of accessories available including a roast , a stir-fry, a paella and a pizza!

We look forward to welcoming you on the stand, we are sure we will have something of interest for you.
http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/166-cadac-appliances-and-accessories

Tuesday 18 March 2014

Camping Equipment Clearance Sale at Towler & Staines Keighley

Towler & Staines Keighley branch are having a stock clearance sale of a number of items of camping equipment.

The sale started last week and runs until late April offering a range of Campingaz, Coleman and other manufacturer's goods at unbelievably low prices.

A few examples of items on sale are: Lagon double burner stove, Stellia CV Instastart Lantern, Camp Kitchen Extra, Fargo Grill, Coleman Raised Queen Bed, and the Eurotrans 12/240 volt pump.

Get ready for summer and call today for some great bargains.                              http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/126-camping-and-caravaning

Tuesday 18 February 2014

Towler & Staines will have a stand at the Great Yorkshire Motorhome and Caravan Sale

The Great Yorkshire Motorhome and Caravan Sale will take place at the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate on the 28th,29th and 30th March 2014. This is a day visitor event  and details can be found on the following link:                                        http://www.warnersgroup.co.uk/What-We-Do/Exhibitions-and-Shows/Great-Yorkshire-Motorhome-and-Caravan-Show/

Towler & Staines the Calor Gas Principal Dealer will be exhibiting at this show with an exciting range of appliances for those who enjoy the outdoor life. Among the items on show will be the new Cadac lines: Carrichef 2; Barbecue Chef and Combo; 2 Cook Supreme and the Safari Chef Deluxe with pizza stone.

Also featured will be the tried and trusted Beauclaire Outdoor Cooking System on special offer.

A range of camping tables and chairs will also be available as well as the usual range of accessories that you would expect from a major LPG and appliance supplier.

Pay us a visit, you may find a product that you cannot live without!                                  

http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/166-cadac-appliances-and-accessories

Sunday 16 February 2014

Elsan toilet fluid the essential for the caravanner or boater

Towler & Staines Ltd. have always catered for the needs of the caravanner, motorhome owner, camper and boat owner over the years. A line we have always stocked is Elsan toilet fluid and other toilet related products.

Founded in 1924 Elsan have always been a leader in this field and it is interesting to note that British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and many other airlines rely on Elsan toilet chemicals and Elsil water purification .

Elsan Blue's powerful anti-bacterial formula kills germs and bacteria on contact whilst eliminating unpleasant odours.

Elsan Pink keepsthe toilet fresh and removes bad odours when added to the flush tank. It also lubricates and cleans the bowl.

Elsan Blue Bags are the convenient way to charge your toilet or cassette. As the sachet comes in contact with water it quickly dissolves, killing bacteria and eliminating odours. Each sachet is an exact dose and so no measuring is required.

Visit our website to see the full range and remember that we pride ourselves on our competitive prices for quality products.

http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/132-elsan-toilet-fluid

Beauclaire will feature on the Calor Gas stand at the NEC this week.

The Calor Gas Showstand at the NEC Caravan & Camping Show on 18th-23rd February 2014 will feature the Beauclaire Outdoor Cooking System among other appliances. Calor Gas are on stand number 5000 so be sure to pay them as visit. They are not selling off the stand this year but the literature will show you how to order.

Beauclaire have revamped their website this year: www.beauclaire.co.uk
Towler & Staines Ltd. are still the UK Agent for Beauclaire so be sure to have a look at the product and then order from us on-line or visit our showrooms in Bradford and Keighley.
www.towler-staines.co.uk


Friday 24 January 2014

A nice surprise for St.Valentine's Day!

Send a St.Valentine's Balloon to your Special Person: it is more uplifting than a card! At Towler & Staines Ltd. we have an excellent choice of heart shaped foil helium filled balloons either plain in a rich red colour or with a heartfelt message for the one you love.

Visit us at either our Bradford or Keighley shop to view the wide range of attractive helium balloons we have available, at affordable prices. Balloons will brighten not just St. Valentine's Day but all your special occasions.

We even have balloons which sing to you as well!
http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/61-helium-foil-balloons






Tuesday 21 January 2014

Another new product from Towler & Staines: the Sievert Portabraze kit.

Towler & Staines the Keighley based Calor Gas dealers are now stocking another new product: the Sievert Portable Brazing Kit. The new PortaBraze kit is designed to provide engineers, contractors and hobbyists with quality equipment that is specially designed to deliver reliable heat, constant temperature and a quality flame every time. Each kit features a Harris gas regulator, a Harris air/fuel torch handle, brazing/soldering tips and additional accessories.

Industrial components for professional use include: torch handle with twin tube construction for safety and longer service life; oxy/mapp twin hose 3 metres long and fitted with Flash Back Arrestors; 2L refillable oxygen cylinder with standard oxygen connection; a 340g refillable UltraMapp cylinder with 1 inch UNEF thread; safety welding goggles and instruction manual.

The whole kit can be carried in a heavy duty weather proof and flame retardent carry bag which is included. The bag has a double stitched shoulder strap with metal clasp for easy carrying and a high impact lightweight weather proof polycarbonate frame.

Owing to it's excellent portability it is an ideal kit for people who have to work high off the ground or a long way away from a vehicle. 

The price is £499.99 including VAT.
http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/127-propane-torch-kits

Tuesday 14 January 2014

Lots of useful appliances for hire!

In over 100 blogs I have never mentioned an important aspect of the Towler & Staines business, we hire out a large variety of Calor Gas appliances.

Blown air industrial heaters are the most popular item. They come in three different sizes depending on the area you need to heat. The main users are customers with industrial and commercial premises.
http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/142-blown-air

We have a Trident (three headed) weed burner available. It is great for burning off weeds in an unruly patch of garden or could also be used for a roofing job.

If lighting beyond the mains is a problem for a special event we hire out Bullfinch Mini Floodlights.

For Scout and Guide camps or other outdoor catering needs we have Dixie 2 large high pressure burners which accomodate very large pans. We can also provide a large single low pressure square burner.

Burco Dean 20litre Water Boilers are another popular item for brewing large quantities of tea or coffee.

On the barbecue front we have large and small Cinders Catering Barbecues and Beefeater and Continental Griddle Barbecues. So if you are planning a barbecue party for a large number of people we have the answer in our hire fleet.
Burco 20 litre Boiler

Monday 6 January 2014

Why Calor Mobile Heaters are amazing value!

In early 1973, Towler & Staines started to sell the very first mobile cabinet heaters powered by Calor Gas. The heater was the Super Ser and it was immediately a huge success, although it was priced at
£109.99 for the heater alone at that time and it was necessary to also hire a 15kg Calor Gas cylinder full of butane gas.

Now 40 years on you can buy a Calor Radiant Mobile Heater for just £65. The heater will burn for 135 hours on the lowest setting using a 15kg Calor cylinder. It has three heat settings with a maximum of 4.2kw. It has a hose and regulator, piezo ignition, a flame failure device and an oxygen depletion system for complete safety in use.
http://www.towler-staines.co.uk/shop/mobile-heaters/368-radiant-heater.html

A number of electronic items have fallen in retail price over the years but there cannot be many items which are as good value as this after 40 years of inflation!