I am sure I am not alone in bemoaning the fate of local shops however...
I have decided I need to replace my integrated oven, the drop down door won't close properly in spite of new hinges and I am propping it closed, not very convenient.
Yesterday I called into a local shop and the first disappointment was that they only had two on display despite advertising an array of makes and models. I quite liked one but came home to research others.The first thing I found was that Curry' where I know I will be able to view dozens had the same model for £140 cheaper although this did not include fitting but had free delivery and then a surprise John Lewis had it for nearly £200 cheaper again without fitting but I think they only charge about £75/90 to fit. How can small shops survive because there is no way I can afford to subsidise a family business.
They don't really care do they
I am not a nasty person but ……
Is it me or am I getting mixed messages