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Which radiator and combi boiler?
Hi all, Having been really discouraged by the local plumbers who have not been willing to entertain conversation about which brand of radiator and boiler they are quoting to fit, I have decided to do a lot of the purchasing and work myself. (Dont worry, obviously not doing the boiler myself!) What I have found are loads of…
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Touching up chips in old paintwork
Has anyone any suggestions as to how I could touch up chips in old paintwork? Specifically those in skirting boards, doorframes etc. These were last painted by the previous owners about five years ago. The paint WAS white but is now slightly "yellowed" - not noticably, but new white paint stands out somewhat. You'll gather…
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Builders - I-Beam (RSJ?) cost ?
Hi, My mum had a kitchen refit done years ago which included an unnecessary I-Beam being fitted - neither the plans nor the building inspector said it was required. I also think she may have been stung for the cost of it too. Could any builders give an estimated cost for a 7mm * 150mm * 3000 mm (thickness, height, length)…
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Brickie / builder
Hello I live in merseyside and was wondering if anyone knows what I will be charged to get my back door bricked up. Also can anyone give recommendations of local tradesmen. Thank you.
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Kitchen installer in Bury, Lancs anyone
For the past few months I have had a boxed kitchen lying around my living room waiting to be installed. I refuse to pay the amounts demanded by B&Q etc but have been unable to find anyone reliable locally who wants to do this job. I also need some guttering / downpipe repair /replacements and some other bits and pieces…
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paint advice for bedside tables
We have a couple of cheap bedside tables which are unfinished pine. I'd like to paint them but I'm not sure what sort of paint to use. Gloss is the obvious choice but I don't really want a shiney finish. I've looked at Dulux Satinwood, but I'm not sure how hard wearing it is. ie. will we get glass marks, etc on it. Would…
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Buyin a kitchen
We've narrowed the choice down to 2 at the moment. Ikea would cost us about £1100 and Hygena about £1800 - the Hygena planning looks like it would be better fitting and better looking, but there's that £700 difference! I'll do most of the fitting and building myself, but will get a carpenter in to finish off the bits I'm…
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Please help - do we need earth bonding?
My father-in law, who is a retired (and a bit 'rusty') electrician, has told us that we should get our new bathroom and en-suite earth-bonded. We have just had the en-suite built from scratch, but the bathroom suite will be just a replacement of the existing one. I asked the builder (who is not a certified electrician)…
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upgrading Shower
My old shower has got worse recently, and I bought a new one. A couple of questionsabout installation: 1) the new shower needs a thicker cable, so can I run another length of the same rated cable in parallel with the original? Instead of just using one thick cable? 2)If the low pressure indicator on the new shower comes…
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Where can I get an ERA tubular latch oval shaped
Hi there, Can anyone suggest where I can buy polished chrome ERA tubular latches for door furniture. The ones I am replacing are oval shaped, like the image below. I have tried the usual DIY sheds with no luck. Thanks in advance. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/richd1975/S2400029.jpg
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Watchet/North Somerset Builder
Anyone know of a good builder in Watchet/North Somerset. It's a fairly big job with double extention out back, plus other bits. Will also need plumber, electrician and possibly carpenter. Due to start spring of 2006. Any recommendations ?
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Getting the best deal on four kitchen appliances
We are about to buy undercounter integrated dishwasher, fridge, freezer and washer dryer. We've selected the ones we want from https://www.biasco.co.uk who offer a price match service and free delivery on orders of that amount. The total from their list prices is approx £1670, having checked kelkoo and pricerunner the…
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Laminate/Wooden Flooring
Can anybody give me rough price per Square foot to get this stuff laid properly as I am johny 10 thumbs!!! Also anyone know any good outlets for it like Carpetright or whatever? Cheers
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architects
Has anyone got any good or bad experiences or been ripped of by architects,thinking of having an extension to my kitchen ,What questions should i ask them, THanks
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Gel fires - any experience?
Moneysavers & Martin Thanks for your excellent work on the site – I’ve been recommending it to colleagues, friends, parents etc etc I wonder if you know anything about the new gel fires that are new-ish to the market? They are ideal in places where there is no flue as an alternative to electric fires and create heat by…
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Cold bathroom
I'm worried about my bathroom now the best of the Summer may be out tof the way. The reason being that it is cold. I live in a flat, no radiators I'm afraid, just those not very good storage heaters and no heating in the bathroom. There's no gas in our flats. My question is this: What would you recommend to heat my…
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diy and skills for life courses (necessarily long)
are there are courses which will teach people skills for life. time and time again i read on this & other forums situations where people have to call in tradesman for jobs other forum readers claim are simple to resolve. alot of people for a host of reasons do not have the skills to do these 'simple' jobs or someone to…
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pottertan or baxi?
Hi Guys I am looking to buy a new boiler in the range of pound 650 to 750. I came across two model 1. baxi 80 He condensing 2. Pottertan performa 24i HE can any one suggest which one should I go for? Any other suggestions are also welcomed Regards Pats
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Stencil patterns wanted
I don't know where to put this post - hope it's ok here???? I do a little pottery painting with my kids at one of those DIY pottery places - you paint it and they fire it for you., but I'm not very good at designing patterns. In fact I'm a wee bit crap at it - lol!! Can anyone point me in the right direction for some art…
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Modern Teenager Boys Room
Helloooo Does anyone know where I can either get hold of a glossy mag with great pictures and ideas of what to decorate a 15 year old boys room or anyone know of any website with great pictures. Thanks very much
