#storage belfast

[ocean-liners]

SS Nomadic’s lifeboat, the last remaining White Star Line lifeboat in the world. It has been on display onboard the Queen Mary in Long Beach since around 2017. Just recently it has returned to Belfast, hoping to have it displayed near Nomadic. Unfortunately, nobody wanted to display it. So the owners have stripped her of her signage and fittings and they are preparing her for long-term storage.

[f-airchilds]

Laundry - Farmhouse Laundry Room

Utility room - small cottage l-shaped porcelain tile and multicolored floor utility room idea with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite countertops, white walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

[its-moopoint]

The coffee gate stalker latest OTT rant.

samheughanswife

Sparkle Premier

It’s interesting seeing the very unburdened appearance of both Sam and Caitriona during press commitments and the red carpet for S7 premier. It’s evident that both are overjoyed to be in each others company this time, unlike the separation of the S6 premier (remember Caitriona all alone). Caitríona in 🇺🇸 due to Belfast commitments and Sam and the rest of the cast in London. The distance was not just physical it was emotional as well. The photos tell the story.

Two years since the birth of blonde boy it is clear that Caitriona has emerged from the fog of exhaustion and the stress a geriatric pregnancy delivered her physically and emotionally. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to have carried and then delivered safely can confirm how quickly joy and relief can be replaced with exhaustion, body insecurities and guilt if work commitments intrude in that first year of life. The difference is that Caitriona’s first year as a new mother was in full glare of a fandom that is adversarial.

Fast forward to this week and we are seeing big difference.

Giddy, happy Caitriona has been front and centre. Touchy feely Caitriona moving in for the RC embrace, - is thawed by Sam’s hands in pockets. Sam initially cautious, but then swept up in the clearly evident possessive and happy Caitriona. He has always taken his RC cues from her. He is always attune to her emotions during RC appearances. It’s all there in photos and videos, past and present. Happy Caitriona happy Sam. Conflicted and upset Caitriona, unsettled and insecure Sam.

Thanks anon. You can find this piece of literature storaged at the library under "Geriatric Fanfic" and also "How to direct your cult: tell them what to see".

[pedropascalunofficial]

Hmmmmm, it says anything....what kind of things do you like to do for fun???

Thanks for the ask. I don't usually do this so here goes. It's long but fuck it no one's asked before and maybe it'd be good bed time reading for insomniacs.

If I'm not managing my pinterest or taking care of my two kids then I'm usually working so I try to make the best of any free time I have. If it's just me and the kids, we usually visit parks, historical sites or the zoo. At home my eldest likes to watch My Froggy Stuff on Youtube. The presenter shows how to make doll furniture and accessories so we make our own pieces and watch Pedro's SNL on repeat. Her choice, not mine. It was funny the first 100 times, not so much anymore. She now does "the hospital voice". He has ruined my life😄

My husband travels for work a lot and studies so when we do have time together as a family we make the most of it. I live close to Dublin city and we're spoiled here for activities. It's full of museums, galleries, historical sites, parks and busy streets with live music. It sounds like I'm working for the tourism board but it's honestly an amazing place to live. If it's the 4 of us we can hit a restaurant, check out the buskers of Grafton Street, visit the Disney store, go to a museum and get lost in some woodlands all in a 4 hour trip door to door and for less than €100 so we do that regularly. Our last family day out was to the Game of Thrones studio tour which is in Northern Ireland. That's just 90 minutes away. (It's great but Pedro's costumes are in storage since the last tour with only accessories and weapon on show and Bella only showed for a few seconds in a VT so my kid was annoyed that neither Marcus Moreno or The Worst Witch got the appreciation they deserve). Again we're spoiled, my husband is from the North so we're regularly at GOT sites because his family live near by (Mourne Mountains, Tullymore Forest, Linen Mill Studios). I used to drink in Belfast when Pedro was there but I wasn't a fan of "Tits, Ass and Dragons" then or the tiny pub they used to hang out in. Or the dirty one with kegs for seats😆. I made bad decisions and yes, I hate myself for it now.

On the rare occasion we have time off together and we have babysitters, we'll go to a live gig followed by some booze in The Porterhouse and some Iranian food in Zaytoon. I'm not picky. We'll go to music, comedy, theatre, musicals, sport, a festival or trade shows. I'm spoiled for choice. Artists like to start their European tours here and the main venues are 30 mins away. The last gigs I was at were Counting Crows, Chris Rock, The Book of Mormon, Ireland v USA, Taste of Dublin and I collect whiskey, there are a few trade shows a year. (Sounds wanker-y but they're good investments. An annual release of a €180 bottle over 5 years can be sold as a collection for thousands should you need quick cash.)

If I need alone time, it's tough to find here. I can't stress that enough. Dubliners and visitors are generally super friendly and open so strangers will talk to you constantly and there's nowhere to hide. If I need to clear my head then it's headphones on, grab a smoke at the highest point I can reach in the city so I can take in the view. Walk the city looking for new graffiti by my favourite artists/collectives while listening to local bands (Fontaines DC, Thumper, Damien Dempsey, Dermot Kennedy, Tebi Rex, Denise Chaila, Wyvern Lingo), get some thai street food, watch some buskars (check out Allie Sherlock) on Grafton Street, get a pint in Keoghs, go to a few galleries before heading home to hide in my cabin to watch 70s and 80s movies.

My cabin is my other baby. I bought my house with the cabin in mind and finally had it installed it in 2020. It's a self contained apartment, is sound proof, has a 7.1 surround sound cinema and doubles as a gym. Sounds super wanker-y but it was another investment which is paying off when I rent it out sometimes. Eventually it will be an apartment for one of the kids when they're older and can't move out because of the chronic housing shortage we have in the city. We aren't indulgent in other ways so being able to watch old movies in 4k while cranking out a weeks worth of laundry and getting in some steps makes other sacrifices worth it.

[airmanisr]

PK683, VS Spitfire F.22, Solent Sky, 01-05-2012 by Gordon Riley Via Flickr: PK683 is a Spitfire F.22 powered by a Griffon engine driving a 5-bladed Rotol propeller. She was assembled at the Vickers-Armstrong plant at South Marston and made her maiden flight on 19 Feb 1946 piloted by Test Pilot, Les Colquhon. She was delivered to the RAF at Lyneham in August 1946 where she was stored until 1950 – finally being sent to the Far East via Sealand and Birkenhead Docks where she was shipped on the SS Pyllhus. Arriving at Seletar in 1951, she was stored by 390 Maintenance Unit before being issued to the Singapore Auxiliary Air Force. An accident in 1952 saw her return to Seletar and in 1954 she was ‘struck off charge’ before being issued to the Malaysian ATC as instructional airframe 7150M. PK683 was subsequently displayed at Kallang and Changi until 1970 when she returned to UK aboard a Belfast of 53 Squadron. After storage at various RAF Depots she was finally issued to No 424 [Southampton] ATC Squadron and displayed at the RJ Mitchell Memorial Museum – moving to the Southampton Hall of Aviation in 1984.

[iomadachd]

Dean tends to smell of the following: Gunpowder and gun oil, both naturally and enhanced by the number of weapons he owns Murphy’s Oil Soap, which he uses as a guitar polish Sea salt from hard work and the nearby Atlantic ocean

Being raised by an ex-Marine, Dean is well versed in the phonetic alphabet as well as Morse code and hand signals.

After his old guitar was ruined by a leaky storage locker in 2014, Dean looked into replacing it with something newer and with a little more style. He settled on a Luna acoustic guitar that could also be plugged in if he ever got the urge to buy an amp. A black leather strap with a wing motif completed the set.

Even as an adult, there are times when Dean can’t handle eating a sandwich unless he’s cut the crusts off first. It’s childish, but it’s one of the rare holdouts from his actual childhood.

Dean is an excellent mimic. He has a good ear for accents and can pick them up within hours or days depending on the complexity. Scottish English Highland English BBC English Cockney Texan Southern American Boston New York Russian Belfast Irish English Cajun English French

Dean has a single stuffed animal that he owns. A plush sheep, fuzzy and soft. He doesn’t use it much, but it brings him a small amount of comfort when sleep is especially difficult. He’d be embarrassed if anyone knew, because he’s way too old to have one. Her name is Amara, although he’s never known anyone by that name.

Dean has a serious caretaker streak where he’s always trying to look after the people he cares about, in any way possible. He’s genuinely just short of a mother hen, but it’s how he shows he cares by keeping an eye on people he likes and loves.

A semi-secret hobby of his, but something he enjoys none the less. He finds it calming as hell and with the added bonus of things he can give friends and loved ones.

He definitely gives nicknames, either public or private and enjoys being called them as well sometimes. It’s a sign of affection if he has a nickname for you.

Well, favorite pre-made playlist is The Best of Led Zeppelin. If we’re talking playlists he's made and named himself, it’s probably ‘Lies I’ve Told Myself in the Cemetery at Midnight’

For Dean, it can be incredibly difficult to say those three little words. Even with family he can sometimes struggle to express how he feels. A whole life time of internalized sexism and trauma and impermanence combined with not necessarily feeling a loving attachment right off the bat means it can sometimes be a year or more before he’ll ever say he loves someone, even those he appears to be closest to. Minimum it’s usually a year to a year and a half.

His love language isn’t words, it tends to be Physical Touch and Acts of Service

Dean isn’t exactly an artist, but he does doodle with some frequency. He has a notebook full of doodles at his desk, and at home, and uses it to focus his brain while fielding phone calls or through meetings. He doesn’t doodle human figures at all, but has done some drawings of various supernatural beings in his journals as part of the recording process in addition to taking pictures with his phone. He is very precise when it comes to sigils and symbols though, and takes great care either laying them down on a large surface, or recording them on paper. Those he will fuss over for ages until they’re perfect.

Dean was a casualty of the Blip.

[thatnerdyqueer]

hahaha generally you put it in their inbox, but i'll answer here :)

My brown cargo pants - they're the right combination of good enough that you can wear them out and comfy enough to wear them in

either cinnamon or rain - particularly Australian rain (there's a very specific wet earth smell that you only get from summer storms here)

Plush - loads, but ones that I actually have out of storage? 4

SUNFLOWERS

I have one that's my favourite functionally (most ergonomic and keeps everything warm) but my favourite aesthetically is a white mug with a green print of the belfast skyline

soft asks:

cherry - what is your sexuality?

lollipop - favorite makeup products?

daydreams - if you could be anything or anyone, who would you be?

october - what month were you born in?

caress - do you like to snuggle?

ivory - describe your pajamas?

golden - favorite stationary product?

freckles - most-worn article of clothing?

twilight - best friend?

silk - do you like k-pop?

poppy - favorite pastel color?

dimples - most attractive features of a person’s face?

sunkissed - autumn or spring?

buttery - favorite snack?

whisper - how much sleep do you get?

pencil - do you own a journal?

cupcake - are you a good cook?

honey - favorite term of endearment?

clouds - describe one of your favorite dreams?

velvet - who was your first crush?

paper - favorite children’s book?

peaches - do you have a skincare routine?

mochi - favorite studio ghibli film?

backyard - did you ever have an imaginary friend?

strawberry - favorite fruit?

kiss - have you ever kissed a friend?,

nightlight - do you read before bed?

shampoo - favorite scent?

skin - what distant relative are you closest to?

aphrodite - favorite actress/actor?

cuddles - do you have any pets?

lace - if you own any dresses, which is your favorite?

sheets - sanrio or san-x characters?

cream - frozen yogurt flavor?

watermelon - do films ever make you cry?

sapphos - favorite poet?

plush - how many stuffed animals do you still own?

roses - what flower do you find most beautiful?

sweetheart - favorite mug/cup?

sunset - what are your pronouns?

[mikeversalsblog]

Kitchen Design in London, UK: Blending Style, Function, and Heritage

Kitchen design in London, UK, seamlessly combines British heritage with contemporary design, creating spaces that are not only functional but also a joy to live in. London kitchens reflect the city’s unique style—whether in compact flats or expansive townhouses, kitchens here emphasise efficiency, sophistication, and timeless design elements. In this article, we explore some key features and trends of London kitchen design that can transform any space into a beautiful, practical, and harmonious kitchen.

1. Understanding Space Challenges in London Kitchens

London homes come in various sizes and layouts, but they often share a common challenge: limited space. Maximising efficiency is therefore essential in kitchen design across the city. Designers strive to use every inch effectively, creating well-organised spaces with smart storage solutions and layouts that allow for easy movement.

Compact kitchens benefit from clever cabinetry and multipurpose furnishings, with slim-profile appliances and cupboards that maximise vertical storage. Adding pull-out pantries, under-sink storage, and even foldable dining furniture can turn smaller kitchens into efficient, multifunctional spaces. Emphasising vertical space with floor-to-ceiling cabinets or open shelving creates both storage and visual interest, helping to declutter the room.

2. Embracing Modern Minimalism

In recent years, minimalist designs have gained popularity in London, particularly in urban kitchens where simplicity and functionality go hand in hand. This approach favours neutral palettes, clean lines, and clutter-free surfaces, which make small kitchens appear larger and more open—especially beneficial in city apartments where space is at a premium.

High-gloss finishes and integrated appliances are common in minimalist kitchen design, helping to maintain a streamlined look. White, black, and shades of grey dominate, with matte finishes often preferred to avoid excessive reflection and lend a calm, grounded feel. Incorporating only essential items and employing hidden storage enables Londoners to create serene yet efficient kitchens that feel spacious and uncluttered.

3. Celebrating Traditional and Heritage Elements

For those who favour a more classic look, traditional British kitchen design elements add charm and character. London is renowned for its Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian homes, and many homeowners aim to preserve the character of these historical properties. Features such as shaker-style cabinets, Belfast sinks, and decorative cornices can evoke a heritage look without compromising modern functionality.

Using materials like natural wood, brass fixtures, and marble worktops can convey a sense of timeless elegance. Painted cabinetry in colours such as navy, sage green, or soft grey adds depth and warmth, perfectly complementing London’s historical architecture. Designers often blend modern elements like stainless steel appliances with vintage-inspired fittings to create a seamless fusion of old and new.

4. Integrating Industrial Aesthetics

Industrial design has made its way from commercial spaces and lofts into London’s residential kitchens. Exposed brick walls, stainless steel, and concrete surfaces lend a raw, edgy feel to kitchen spaces, particularly in modern flats or converted warehouses. This style offers a pragmatic approach, with open shelving, large islands, and multifunctional surfaces that make the most of smaller areas.

Pendant lighting, often with metal or glass fittings, adds the perfect industrial touch, while metal fixtures and exposed piping provide an urban vibe. Combined with polished concrete or distressed wood floors, these kitchens exude a stylish, gritty charm that suits the city’s more contemporary homes.

5. The Rise of Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Choices

Sustainability is a growing trend in kitchen design, especially in eco-conscious London. Many designers are prioritising environmentally friendly materials and appliances that reduce energy consumption. Recycled or reclaimed materials—such as wooden worktops, bamboo cabinetry, and upcycled furnishings—are becoming more popular, as they reduce environmental impact while adding unique character.

Energy-efficient appliances, LED lighting, and water-saving fixtures are also essential elements of sustainable kitchen design. Many Londoners are also opting for natural or eco-friendly paints and finishes to minimise chemical exposure in their homes, creating a healthier living space alongside environmental benefits.

6. Maximising Natural Light

Natural light is essential in London’s often overcast climate, and kitchen design reflects this need. Skylights, large windows, and even glass doors are popular choices to allow more light into the kitchen, making it feel larger and more inviting. In compact kitchens where large windows may not be possible, strategically placed mirrors or light-reflecting surfaces, like high-gloss cabinets and light-coloured worktops, can help amplify the available natural light.

For those who can open up their kitchen to a garden or patio, bi-fold or sliding doors are an effective way to bring the outdoors in. These design choices enhance the sense of space and create a seamless indoor-outdoor connection.

7. Adding Personal Touches and Unique Accents

No kitchen design in London is complete without personal touches that add unique charm to the space. Open shelving with artful arrangements of cookware, glassware, and even indoor plants brings warmth and personality. Londoners are also known to incorporate elements such as tile splashbacks in colourful, geometric, or mosaic patterns for a pop of character.

Statement lighting—whether a chandelier, pendant lights over an island, or under-cabinet LEDs—enhances both the functionality and aesthetics of the space. Bold choices in lighting and décor make London kitchens a true reflection of the homeowner’s personality while serving as a practical working space.

Conclusion

Kitchen design in London, UK, is all about balancing style, functionality, and the city’s historical charm. From sleek minimalism to heritage aesthetics and industrial influences, the design possibilities are vast. With space often limited, Londoners have honed the art of maximising every inch, while trends such as sustainability and eco-friendly materials continue to shape the future of kitchen design. Whether you’re updating a kitchen in a Georgian townhouse or designing a modern kitchen in a new flat, a thoughtful approach can transform this vital space into the heart of your home.

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Comprehensive Guide to Commercial Pest Control: Rodent Control in UK

Rodent infestations can cause significant problems for businesses, from health hazards to property damage. In Belfast, Pest Control & Proofing specializes in commercial pest control, offering effective solutions to eliminate rodents such as mice from your premises. This article will explore the importance of commercial pest control, methods for getting rid of mice, and how Pest Control & Proofing can help keep your business rodent-free.

1. Understanding the Importance of Commercial Pest Control

Pest control is a critical component of maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant business environment. For commercial properties, especially those in the food, hospitality, and retail sectors, the presence of pests like mice can lead to:

Health Risks: Rodents are known carriers of diseases such as salmonella and hantavirus, which can be transmitted to humans.

Property Damage: Mice can cause extensive damage to wiring, insulation, and structural components of buildings.

Reputation Damage: A rodent sighting can severely impact a business’s reputation, leading to loss of customers and revenue.

Legal Consequences: Non-compliance with health regulations due to pest infestations can result in fines and business closures.

Effective commercial pest control not only protects your business from these risks but also ensures a hygienic environment for both employees and customers.

2. Common Rodents in Belfast: The Threat They Pose

In Belfast, the most common rodents that pose a threat to businesses are mice and rats. These pests are highly adaptable and can thrive in various environments, making them difficult to control without professional intervention.

Mice:

Size and Behavior: Mice are small, agile, and can squeeze through tiny openings. They are nocturnal and often go unnoticed until the infestation has grown.

Diet: Mice are omnivorous and will eat anything available, including food scraps, packaging, and even wiring.

Reproduction: A single mouse can produce up to 10 litters per year, with each litter containing 6–8 young, leading to rapid infestations.

Rats:

Size and Behavior: Larger than mice, rats are also nocturnal and prefer to stay hidden. They are more destructive due to their size and powerful teeth.

Diet: Rats have similar dietary habits to mice but require more food, leading them to chew through larger materials.

Reproduction: Rats breed less frequently than mice but still pose a significant infestation risk due to their size and the damage they cause.

3. How to Get Rid of Mice in Commercial Settings

Getting rid of mice in a commercial setting requires a strategic approach that includes prevention, detection, and elimination. Here’s how you can effectively get an answer to How to get rid of Mice?:

1. Prevention:

Seal Entry Points: Mice can enter through gaps as small as 6mm. Seal all cracks, holes, and gaps in walls, doors, and windows.

Maintain Cleanliness: Keep your premises clean, especially food preparation and storage areas. Dispose of waste properly and regularly.

Store Food Properly: Use airtight containers for food storage to prevent attracting mice.

2. Detection:

Look for Signs: Common signs of a mouse infestation include droppings, gnawed materials, and tracks.

Install Traps: Use baited traps in areas where mice activity has been detected. Regularly check and dispose of trapped mice.

3. Elimination:

Use Professional-Grade Products: Commercial-grade rodenticides and traps are more effective than household products.

Seek Professional Help: For severe infestations, it’s crucial to involve professional pest control services like Pest Control & Proofing.

4. Rodent Control Solutions in Belfast by Pest Control & Proofing

Pest Control & Proofing offers specialized rodent control services tailored to the unique needs of commercial properties in Belfast. Their comprehensive approach includes:

1. Inspection:

Thorough inspection of your premises to identify signs of rodent activity and potential entry points.

2. Customized Treatment Plans:

Based on the inspection, a customized treatment plan is developed, which may include traps, baits, and exclusion methods.

3. Proofing Services:

After eliminating the infestation, Pest Control & Proofing offers proofing services to seal entry points and make your premises less attractive to rodents.

4. Monitoring and Maintenance:

Regular monitoring and maintenance visits ensure that your business remains rodent-free.

Why Choose Pest Control & Proofing?

Expertise: With extensive experience in rodent control, Pest Control & Proofing uses the latest techniques and products to ensure effective results.

Customer-Centric Approach: They work closely with clients to minimize disruption to business operations while providing thorough and discreet service.

Compliance: Their methods are in line with health and safety regulations, ensuring that your business remains compliant.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: How quickly can mice infest a commercial property? A1: Mice reproduce rapidly, with a single pair capable of producing over 60 offspring in a year. Without intervention, an infestation can grow quickly.

Q2: What are the most common signs of a rodent infestation? A2: Common signs include droppings, gnawed materials, urine trails, nests, and unusual noises (like scratching) in walls or ceilings.

Q3: Are the methods used by Pest Control & Proofing safe for my employees and customers? A3: Yes, Pest Control & Proofing uses safe and compliant methods, ensuring minimal risk to people while effectively controlling rodent populations.

[airmanisr]

PK683, VS Spitfire F.22, Solent Sky, 01-05-2012 by Gordon Riley Via Flickr: PK683 is a Spitfire F.22 powered by a Griffon engine driving a 5-bladed Rotol propeller. She was assembled at the Vickers-Armstrong plant at South Marston and made her maiden flight on 19 Feb 1946 piloted by Test Pilot, Les Colquhon. She was delivered to the RAF at Lyneham in August 1946 where she was stored until 1950 – finally being sent to the Far East via Sealand and Birkenhead Docks where she was shipped on the SS Pyllhus. Arriving at Seletar in 1951, she was stored by 390 Maintenance Unit before being issued to the Singapore Auxiliary Air Force. An accident in 1952 saw her return to Seletar and in 1954 she was ‘struck off charge’ before being issued to the Malaysian ATC as instructional airframe 7150M. PK683 was subsequently displayed at Kallang and Changi until 1970 when she returned to UK aboard a Belfast of 53 Squadron. After storage at various RAF Depots she was finally issued to No 424 [Southampton] ATC Squadron and displayed at the RJ Mitchell Memorial Museum – moving to the Southampton Hall of Aviation in 1984.

[xtruss]

Rarely Seen Titanic Artefacts Kept In Secret Warehouse

— 13 August 2024 | Rebecca Morelle & Alison Francis

A handbag made from alligator skin and tiny vials of perfume that still release a potent scent are just some of the precious artefacts recovered from the world’s most famous shipwreck - the Titanic.

The exact location of the warehouse where they are stored is a closely guarded secret, because of the value of its contents. All we can say is that it is somewhere in Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States.

Inside, the shelves are packed with thousands of items: from an upturned bathtub and dented porthole, to intricately etched glassware and tiny buttons.

The BBC was given a rare chance to look around the storage facility and discover the stories behind some of these objects.

RMS Titanic leaves Belfast for sea trials, 1912

An Alligator Bag Hiding A Tragic Tale

“It's a really beautiful, fashionable little bag,” says Tomasina Ray, director of collections for RMS Titanic Inc, the company that has recovered these artefacts. The US firm has the salvage rights to the ship and over the years has retrieved 5,500 items from the wreck site, a selection of which are put on display around the world.

The bag is made from alligator skin, which has survived decades in the depths of the North Atlantic. The delicate items inside have been preserved too, revealing details of the life of its owner - a third-class passenger called Marian Meanwell, external.

“She was a 63-year-old milliner,” says Tomasina. “And she was travelling to the US to be with her daughter who was recently widowed.”

Among the mementos inside was a faded photograph, thought to be Marian Meanwell’s mother.

There was also paperwork she would need for her new life in America, including a handwritten reference letter from her former landlord in London. It states: “We have always found Miss Meanwell to be a good tenant, prompt with payment.”

Her medical inspection card was inside too, as all third-class passengers needed to prove they weren’t bringing disease into the US. But this water-stained document reveals a tragic twist of fate.

Marian Meanwell was booked on the Majestic - another White Star Line ship. But it didn’t sail, so on the card, Majestic is crossed out and her passage shows that she was transferred to the Titanic and became one of 1,500 people to lose their lives.

“Being able to tell her story and have these objects is really important,” says Tomasina.

“Otherwise she’s just another name on the list.”

Perfume That Still Packs A Punch

Items that belonged to survivors have also been brought back from the deep.

Tomasina opens a plastic container and a sickly-sweet smell fills the air. “It’s very potent,” she admits.

Inside are tiny vials of perfume. They are sealed, but their strong aroma escapes, even after decades on the seafloor.

“There was a perfume salesman on board and he had over 90 of these little perfume vials,” Tomasina explains.

His name was Adolphe Saalfeld and he had been travelling as a second-class passenger.

Saalfeld was one of the 700 people who survived. But with women and children prioritised during the evacuation, some men who made it off the ship were left troubled.

“He had passed by the time we found this,” says Tomasina. “But it's my understanding that he did live with a bit of guilt - survivor's guilt.”

A Champagne Lifestyle

Also in the collection is a champagne bottle - complete with champagne inside and a cork in the top.

“A little bit of water probably would have gotten in through the cork as it compressed and equalised the pressure. And then it just sat on the bottom of the ocean,” says Tomasina.

When the Titanic sank in 1912, after striking an iceberg, the ship split apart and its contents spilled out, creating a vast debris field.

“There are a lot of bottles on the ocean floor and a lot of stock pots and kitchen pots too, because Titanic actually broke up around one of the kitchens,” says Tomasina.

There were thousands of bottles of champagne on board. The liner’s owner wanted its first-class passengers to experience the ultimate in opulence, with sumptuous surroundings and the finest food and drink.

The bow of the wrecked Titanic

“It was like a floating palace and Titanic was supposed to be the most luxurious liner,” says Tomasina.

“So having champagne, having a gym, having all these amenities and these great things for the passengers would have been really important to them.”

The Titanic had a gym onboard

Revealing Rivets

The Titanic was on her maiden voyage, travelling from Southampton to the US, when she hit the iceberg.

The ship had advanced safety features for the time and was famously said to be unsinkable.

Tomasina shows us some of the ship’s rivets, chunky metal pins that held its thick steel plates together. There would have been more than three million of them.

“When Titanic sank, there was a theory that they were using substandard materials perhaps, and that's what caused it to sink faster,” Tomasina explains.

Some of these rivets have been tested to see if they contain any impurities.

“There were high concentrations of slag in these, which is a glass-like material that makes them maybe a little bit more brittle in the cold,” she says.

“If these rivets were brittle, and one of the rivet heads popped off more easily, then it could have allowed the seam to open up where the iceberg hit and made it bigger than it otherwise would have been.”

Tomasina says there is still much to learn about exactly how the ship sank.

“We're able to help look into the theories, so being able to contribute to the science and that story behind it is something that we're very happy to do.”

The Class Divide

Life on board was different for the social classes - even down to the cups and plates they would drink from and eat off.

A white third-class mug is simple and sturdy, with a bright red White Star logo. A second-class plate has a pretty blue floral decoration and looks a little finer. But a first-class dinner plate is made of more delicate china. It has a gold trim and, under the light, you can catch a glimpse of an intricate garland pattern.

“That pattern would have been coloured but, because it was coloured over the glaze, it was able to wash away,” says Tomasina.

The wealthy first-class passengers were given silver service for their meals - but in third class, it was a different story.

“Third-class passengers would have probably handled the china themselves - it was definitely meant to be much more stable and much more roughly handled than the other china,” explains Tomasina.

RMS Titanic Inc is the only company legally allowed to recover items from the site - it was granted this right by a US court in 1994. But it has to do this under strict conditions - the items must always remain together, so they cannot be sold off separately, and they have to be properly conserved.

Until now, all of the artefacts have been collected from the debris field. But recently the firm has stirred up controversy stating its desire to retrieve an object from the ship itself - the Marconi radio equipment which transmitted the Titanic’s distress calls on the night of the sinking.

A bathroom in the wreck of the Titanic

Some believe the wreck is a grave site and should be left alone.

“Titanic is something that we want to respect,” Tomasina says in response.

“We want to make sure that we're preserving the memory, because not everyone can go down to Titanic, and we want to be able to bring that to the public.”

More room could soon be needed on the shelves of this secret warehouse.

The company’s latest expedition to the site has involved taking millions of images of the wreck to create a detailed 3D scan.

And, as well as surveying the current condition of the Marconi radio room, the team have also been identifying objects in the debris field that they would like to retrieve in future dives.

Who knows what they will find and what untold stories each item may reveal about the ill-fated Titanic and her passengers.

�� Photo Credits: Marian Meanwell: Patricia Chopra/Encyclopedia Titanica, external; Adolphe Saalfeld: Astra Burka Archives; Titanic wreck: RMS Titanic Inc; Titanic artefacts: Kevin Church / BBC; Historical images: Getty Images. — Design By Lilly Huynh

— By Rebecca Morelle, Science Editor, and Alison Francis

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