54 posts written by Andrew Higgins.

While all owners of external oil tanks will be all too aware of the benefits of being able to buy oil in bulk, most of them will freely admit that the tanks themselves may not be as attractive as they would like. The problem is they need to be capable of holding significant quantities of liquid and they have to be accessible at all times, but if they’re unsightly the property owner will be remin… Read more

Last time we looked at oil tank designs featuring pigs: largely due to their shape and the rural areas they’re often situated in, it seems that they make a pretty popular decorative choice. However, as this post will show, plenty of other animals have appeared on fuel tanks across the pond. For example: This tank, found in Johnson County, Arkanas, is a rather striking one. One side features a co… Read more

Last time, we looked at the ways in which you could disguise your oil tank using landscaping. As we discussed previously, camouflaging your tank has multiple benefits, primarily preventing theft (out of sight really is out of mind) and making owning one more aesthetically pleasing. In this month’s instalment, we’re going to be looking at plants, in particular how a bit of garden grooming can h… Read more

While most people prefer to disguise their oil tanks in a discreet manner, there are some who decide to display the place where they store their fuel with pride. This series is devoted to the latter category of people and their oil tank art work, some of which is really quite impressive. You’ll be tickled as pink as these oil tanks when you see this selection (even if they are turning something … Read more

Useful though they may be, few people can say that oil tanks are attractive. However, getting rid of them completely isn’t really an option when you use heating oil. So what can you do? One of the best ways to deal with the often unsightly problem of a large oil tank sitting outside your house is to disguise it. More than just simple decoration, hiding your oil tank so that it isn’t easily vis… Read more

We’ve taken a look at some extensive data and produced a map showing which areas of the UK use heating oil the most. It’s fair to say that traditionally heating oil has been used mostly in rural areas, but is there any significant use within our towns and cities?

The government’s Winter Fuel Payment scheme offers some welcome support for the elderly and infirm during the cold winter months. But how much of the fuel and heating needed will the payments cover? We’ve put our heads together, crunched some numbers and done some sums on our abacus to come up with some figures…

We gaze into our crystal ball and take a look at the factors likely to affect the global price of oil within the next 12 months.

Proper oil tank maintenance will save you money, a load of hassle and will protect the local environment from damage by reducing the chances of a leak or spill. By being proactive, you can keep your tank in good condition throughout the year. Read on for our advice…

Thefts of heating oil are increasing in frequency as theives increasingly target people in rural areas. Here we investigate three reasons why this trend is happening and provide some advice on how to prevent yourself from falling victim to it.