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Wickes Conservatory - Installation Costs?
Hi, I have been kindly directed by a user here that wickes sell good conservatories. I have had a look at they do look good. Will visit in store consultant if costs of installing are not too prohibitive. Does anyone know how much it would cost me to get a builder to lay the foundation, build dwarf wall and then erect? I…
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Wanted - cushion covers
Does anyone know where you can get decent quality but low cost cushion covers for a suite? The chair/sofa covers aren't too bad - I 've patched the arms with contrasting material, and it looks okay - but the seat cushion covers have about had it. Problem is, they're quite big and I can't find anywhere that will supply just…
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when did the new elec certification come into effect
When you get new electrics done now you have to have a certificate to say its been done and by who etc .. when did this come into effect. we had our extention build nearly 12 yrs ago and got new electrics with that and a new electric consumer box under the stairs we didnt get a certificate and now going to put the house up…
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Im Unsure Where To Get A Leather Suite!
Hello, My OH has finally agreed to getting a reclining leather suite, and I have been reading the comments on here about some of the bigger named companies such as DFS, SCS, Harveys etc. There seems to be no positive comments about any of them!! :confused: I am now unsure of where to buy the suite! We do want to be able to…
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Bathroom Sink!
Hi I have seen a stand alone bathroom sink which is on what appears to be your standard pedestal but you can open the front of it and can use the inside for storage. Has anyone seen these too and call tell me where i have a look myself? any websites showing one would be great. Thanks a lot!
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Dulux Once - any good?
Before I stump up the extra cash, I wondered if anyone out there has used Dulux Once. I'm interested in whether it really does require just one coat or will I end up needing two coats (plus the extra cost of the paint!) :undecided Thanks, Claire.
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a/c heat pumps in UK?
i have seen inverter a/c units in scandinavia used for heating, they seem very good even at very low external temperatures [ -15c ] giving up to 4 or 5kw heat for 1 kw of electricity. anyone know if there are any deals on these things in the UK. with our relatively warm winters they would be vey cheap to run.
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Energy Efficient Kettle ?
Hello, Does anyone know what the most energy efficient kettle is? Thanks
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Collapsed drain
My Dad has been having problems with a blocked drain for several years now and has been rodding it on a regular basis to keep it clear. Being a pensioner he was worried about the cost of repair. He suspected the drain had collapsed when his neighbour had his patio built, approached the neighbour who, very kindly, told Dad…
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What colour carpet.
Hi there everyone, Just wanted some advice. We have recently redecorated our lounge, hall stairs and landing. Just wondered what colour carpet to have. I either want a beige/cream colour or a very practical dark green. I know a lot of people have beige. Just wondered if it was an easy colour to keep clean. Everyone says i…
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Kitchens Direct???
Hi, I've read a couple of comments about Kitchens Direct and wondered if there are any good reports out there about them and if anyone has had a kitchen from them if it was good service during installation?
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painting pvc & bakerlite
my house has pvc & i think its some sort of bakerlite material at front & back,it was built in 70 s & is a prefab.anyway,i want to freshing it up & paint it white,what type of paint would i use..
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I want to find friendly paint
I posted this under I Wanna....hope it's OK to re-post it here. Has anyone used paint for woodwork that's free from the poisonous smell? I think there are specialist water-based paints, but I don't know how expensive they are, or how efficient.
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Bit of a random Q, about door locks!
Anyone know how much (roughly), a new lock would cost for a double-glazed front door, as I've got a key stuck in it!
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Has anybody used 'fixmyproperty.com'?
Has anybody used this internet site to get an estimate and find a tradesman? - I came across it by chance. I have just bought a house in Leicester but live in Kent and I am having trouble finding a builder & plumber to convert a utility room to a bathroom. I have asked around but got no personal recommendations, so I…
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Resiting main BT Phone Line
I want to resite the phone line that runs from where the connection enters my flat (bathroom!) to the socket (entrance hall). It currently follows the path of various skirting boards and architraves and has been painted over, which has made the insulation sleeve brittle. It is also in the way of improvements that I wish to…
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Ranwater gutter not sloped enough
Hi all I have a small problem where my rainwater gutter is not slopy enough and so some of the rainwater stands in the gutter. The drain is clear and I can push the water into the drainpipe. But it just wouldnt drain on its own. Any ideas on how to fix this ? Cheers G
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Moving a staircase-How much £££ & Hassle
Hi all, I have found a house to buy that i really like but the only problem is the bathroom is through the 2nd bedroom upstairs, At present the staircase runs from left to right with the bathroom being diagonally opposite the top of the stairs (Hope that makes Sense :o ) I was hoping someone would have an idea about how…
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Creases in leather
Can anyone suggest how to remove creases in a new leather jacket. It had been folded in its box, and the collar now has two creases which won't lie flat. I've tried putting weights on the collar to press it out, but that didn't work. Any other suggestions?
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