This has always niggled me … I’ve done very many building projects (2.5 houses, many paths, walls, …) but over here (16 years) it is getting too hard. Simply - why are french sacks of sand, cement … in 35kg sizes? I think lime might even be in 40 or 45kg bags. But in UK there is an ‘EU regulation on weight’ (well, not any more, but a carryover) of 20kg.
It’s always seemed to me that one of the main probs leading to the brexit vote was that Britain always adopted EU regulations, causing ridicule and annoyance, but other EU countries pleased themselves.
IMO you are absolutely right Roger. I have felt at times that the UK (apart from official derogations) implemented some EU law too enthusiastically. Other countries seem to have had more flexible and gradual adoption of some rules.
Yes, they do for me … it’s the getting out of the boot of the car that’s difficult. A straight lift - ok. But leaning forwards to get hold and lift over the boot ‘cill’ …
I remember when I used to buy cement in 50 kg bags as it was cheaper than two 25kg bags. Now while I am happy to lift 25 kg bags, I ask the store assistants to help me with 35 kg bags, when buying in France! What a difference 25 years makes.