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Ceiling fans - any opinions?
Having looked at quotes for Aircon etc, and being unpleasantly surprised, we thought we’d give a ceiling fan a go. We’ve gone for a DC unit, specific for the very low noise but because we want a specific look, it’s cost a few £s than the one from B&Q. Has anyone got any opinions about ceiling fans? Hoping just for the air…
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How to remove iron sulphate stains from concrete slabs?
Is there a non expensive way to remove iron sulphate stains from concrete paving slabs?
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Patio drains at damp proof course urgent!
I am in the process of having a new patio laid (work started today). The damp proof course is very low and the plan is to have an aco drain running alongside the house and some in the middle. They’ve laid the ones in the middle but it’s practically sitting on the damp proof course and although the water will drain down…
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Remove concrete around the house
I need to re-lay some drains and re-route some water pipes so I need to dig up the concrete in my partner's back garden. I don't want to put concrete back when the work is done. However, I am a little worried about just removing the concrete close to the wall. The wall was re-rendered in the past after the concrete went…
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Downlight wiring.
Got 4 gu10 down lights in the bathroom. Metal frames have gone a bit rusty so I've bought a set of the integrated led ones. The new lights have 2 live connections. One is for the switching live, the other one says "loop". I assume loop means permanent live. Is this correct? Anyway, looking at the old light fitting, there…
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Buying TV-Help needed please
It's a long time since I had to buy a TV. I'm looking for a reasonably priced 40 or 43 inch and only want to watch terrestrial TV and freeview. Not interested in Netflix or any of the other stuff. However, I have no idea about OLED, QLED, Roku or anything else. I guess I'll probably get different opinions but I'd be…
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1930s garage roof. Needs repair or replace
I dont know if this roof has asbestos. Is there a way to find out please? Can a local roofer do this if it is? Do some roofer handle asbestos? I dont want to use someone who puts leaflets through the door. Many thanks.
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where can I position my curtain pole above the patio door
Hi 👋 I'd like to put up a curtain pole that's as high as possible and as wide as possible, to elevate the room and make the door appear bigger than it is. I'm unsure what I need to think about before drilling, I know for internal walls I should look for the studs. This is an external wall for a 2009 build (ETA, no…
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DIY Stable Renovation: Need Your Advice and Ideas!
Hi all, I’ve been sitting on this stable renovation for two years now, and the delay has made it more challenging than I expected. The reason for the holdup? I’ve been busy with a garage renovation, which is now 90% complete. But it’s time to shift gears and get this stable sorted before it falls apart! Current Condition:…
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Should a Beko Fridge Freezer Reach Minus 18 on Setting 3?
I have a new Beko fridge freezer, non frost free, in use for 10 days that I am having trouble getting the temperature right. At setting 3 (of 1-5) the fridge is at 4c but the freezer is only minus 10c even though the cooling cycle is running for 90 minutes or more even when it hasn't been opened. At setting 4, the freezer…
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Double glazing in old cittage
We are currently having windows fitted in an old cottage. How should they be finished? Should they be plastered or filled before trim is put on?
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cleaning, materials, in my flat
my first question is i got some microfibre clothes for wiping after spraying bathroom cleaner etc. they say wash separately. i dont want to just wash 2 or 3 tiny clothes surely thats a waste of washing machine time? can i stick them in on 40 with towels for example or underwear? next can anyone recommend a book for…
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Install Aircon or buy a portable?
Pros and cons of each, please. I only want Aircon in my living room, it's huge and I can sleep in there no problem Is it worth installing a system or better just to buy a decent portable unit? I'm not worried about the running costs as I have solar panels Thank you
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Composite door threshold, lowered threshold seal replacement at bottom
Greetings. For a while the door is about 15 years old, the threshold, which was lowered at my request, the rubber seal is falling apart—I've tried to glue it a few times becuse I cannot determine the shape and size required by looking on the net - I'm not even sure if it is push fit as too scared to pull it away - its the…
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13 amp Cooker / hob question
hi My daughter has just recently moved into a small flat which although clean and nice area ect is very basic The issue is the electrics , she says she’s been told she would probably need to get a plug in 13 amp standing cooker, or a 13 amp hob and oven , I’m taking it the circuit in the kitchen wouldn’t cope with anything…
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Bit confused on how I'm supposed to re-felt shed roof.
Absolutely no idea with terms so I'll stick with my own description of the job as it should be pretty easy to figure out to what parts I'm referring to. My shed doesn't slope from high to low as a single sloping roof. My roof is a triangle with a peak at the top as you're looking at the shed door. Slope up to the top from…
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Waiting Six months plus for planning permission?
Just wondered if anyone could provide any advice please. Last November we applied for planning permission for a bedroom above our garage, it's not an additional bedroom, just extends the very small box room and makes it into the master bedroom. Neighbours were consulted and the time to object was the middle of February.…
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HELP PLEASE! "GRAFFITI" REMOVAL FROM BRICKWORK
Hi All I am in desperate need of genuine help and/or advice as to how to remove spray-paint on brickwork, WITHOUT DAMAGING the brickwork! I had spray-painted a number on the brick pillar, which I have now been told to remove and, of course, not to damage the brickwork in the process. Looking online, there are differing…
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Layout help
Hello! I'd love to hear some ideas on what to do with our layout. Downstairs we'd like a kitchen dining living area as well as a separate living room along with a utility room and downstairs toilet. We'd also like a bigger entrance / hallway area. Upstairs we'd like a master with an ensuite and then 3 other decent sized…
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SW London loft extension/conversion recs
Hello Can anyone recommend a building company for a loft extension in SW London (New Malden/Kingston/Raynes Park area)? Particularly keen on those that have experience installing solar panels as part of the build. Thanks in advance!
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