price comparision with uk

nemo1985


Joined: 09/07/2011
Posts: 186

Message Posted:
26/12/2011 11:09

we are redecorating our property at the moment and was wondering if anyone had any idea whether accesories i.e door handles, lighting is cheaper in the UK??

deputydawg


Joined: 30/03/2010
Posts: 1727

Message Posted:
26/12/2011 13:00

Probably better quality for less money.

Ed1957


Joined: 03/09/2011
Posts: 377

Message Posted:
26/12/2011 13:36

But harder to get spares/replacements

Jonesy299


Joined: 07/02/2009
Posts: 367

Message Posted:
26/12/2011 14:03

We spent years bringing out bits and pieces only to find you can find equivalent quality items / similar price etc in TRNC (but you have to look for them). There is a pretty good choice of light fittings / accessories but it goes without saying that you should avoid the cheap shops (Mr Pound, cheap yapi markets etc) i.e. same advice for buying in UK.



Another option is visiting suppliers in the South to widen your choice (but be aware of the maximum amounts you can purchase to avoid customs tax if stopped at the border). We limit our joint purchases to about £150 equivalent.



However, if it is something that you really like and have only found in UK... then bring it out!



Hope this helps

blade


Joined: 19/06/2010
Posts: 1286

Message Posted:
26/12/2011 14:35

Bring them from the UK unless you want to be replacing them a year later.

nemo1985


Joined: 09/07/2011
Posts: 186

Message Posted:
26/12/2011 16:34

Thanx guys. Think i will feel better just bringing from the uk. Seems like the better option.