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Are all electricians like that?
Before we moved into this house, we had it rewired. We paid the electrician in full after the job was almost finished. At that point, we believe most jobs were done, except: 0 Wiring up of the shower (we have not installed a shower yet at that time) 0 Install extractor fan in the toilet The electrician lives just opposite…
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Best way to fix shelves to dry lined wall.
I've spent the last two weeks working on my first time buy flat. It's coming on pretty well (another thread here http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=217476). I've sorted most of the bodges. For example, tonight I did screw the toilet to the floor properly. I also did a classic. The bathroom fan was…
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how do you remove cement from glass??
I had an extension done, the builders as all do made a mess. I cannot for the life of me get the cement off the windows, is there any product that will work?? thanks
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THINKING OF LAYING DOWN TURF MYSELF -ALTHOUGH NEVER DONE ANY GARDENING DIY is it easy
Is it possible for someone to tackle laying down turf if they have never attempted anything like that before. I have looked on the internet, and it seem really easy, but what I dont want is to attempt to lay the turf as I know it has to be layed same day as delivery, and then think, i cant do it. Also, there are so many…
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American Style Fridge/Freezers - Any Recommendations?
Well the freezer on my Hotpoint fridge/freezer has packed it in after 5 years so its time to replace it with a new shiny model. I have the space to accomodate those new style American Fridge Freezers so I am looking to purchase one real soon. Can anyone recommend me any good brands or models? I need something that can…
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Good Quality DVD player for a Samsung LE32M61BX
Hi, I have a Samsung LE32M61BX lcd screen, and i am looking for a good quality dvd-player to compliment it. I have been looking around the forums for quite a while, and to be honest, its quite confusing about which model/brand to go for. I am looking for an upscaler, that can work with my HDTV. The LE32M61BX has a HDMI…
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Electricains : Help
Calling all electricians out there .. need a bit of help. Ripped out old kitchen and in process of installing new one now. The place had a Electrical survey in Jan 2005 when we bought it ... we got the same chappie to come around and have a freindly chat and look at the electric work that OH is doing now. He has now told…
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Tumble dryer losing effectiveness
Hi, I had a washer-dryer, and the dryer was never great - I know that separates are far better but haven't enough room at the mo. However, it developed a fault and was replaced under the warranty. The replacement is the same model, but a newer version. The tumble dryer has been amazing - dries things in 30mins that it took…
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can i drill into window recess lintel?
can anyone help us out on this one? we need to put up three roller blinds on an 8ft window but are having great difficulty. So far we've cracked the double glazed window as silly man didnt check size of frame and drilled straight through frame into glass! So drilling into the frame is no longer an option. Do we need a…
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conservatory and pilkington k glass
i am not sure if its the correct forum for this ,but my problem is i have paid for a conservatory to be installed.the contract was for k pilkigton glass as it was supposedly the best and more expensive and the rest but on installation i found that the glass used is not pilkington glass on repeated enquiries i have had…
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Bats in my loft!!
What can I do? I saw them tonight - half ten or so - coming out from the roof, between the soffit and the wall. There were quite a lot. I know they are a protected species, but is there any way I can persuade them to leave? Would leaving a light on up there and some of those sonic devices make them want to find somewhere…
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Toilet problem
Hi Im just having my bathroom tiled at the moment. My tiler who I had in unscrewed my toilet cistern from the wall do that he could tile into th ebhind to avoid having cuts. Tje problem is when i now use the flush the water not only goes into the toilet bowl but also leaks out from the bottom out onto the floor. HELP! I…
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Selling Growing Trees
We have a field which we planted with native species (oak, ash, rowan, hazel, etc.). We are about to move and sadly the buyers are planning to have the trees taken out so they can use the field as a paddock. The trees are now 4 years old and up to 3 or 4 metres high. Does any one know if there are people who supply mature…
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Returning large TV to ASDA?
Have had Baier 29 inch TV purchased at ASDA for 4 months. Now gone faulty(no install or audio settings screen appears to tune) and after speaking to Asda helpline on telephone, have been told need to return it to local store for a replacement or refund, only problem is the tv is huge and also without the box will be…
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really smelly MDF
I have just bought a sheet of MDF and as i drove home i noticed it gives off a really horrible smell is this normal and how can i get rid of the stink! i bought it to do jigsaws on so can't wah it incase it warps - help please i daren't bring it in the house
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Semi-mature trees
Does anyone know a good value mail order/online nursery? The local nurseries are charging between £50 -100 for a 10ft Silver Birch. On Ebay I have seen them for pickup only in Cambs (a bit to far away) for only £18. I am in west midlands, so even a cheaper local nursery would help.
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Cold fill only washing machines
Hi, Our Hotpoint washing machine packed up & I've just been out to get a new one. Have been told by Mr Comet that most "modern" machines are cold fill only. he said this is because modern soap powders work better with cold fill only rather than hot & cold fill. I have no idea if this is true and would be interested to find…
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Appropriate pipe sizes for shower
Hi. I am about to fit a built-in/recessed shower valve and am wondering which diameter pipe is most suitable - 15 or 22. Details: Combination boiler is around 4-5 metres from the shower on the same floor; domestic cold supply is all 15mm; combi to half way to shower is 22mm; shower is an Aqualisa Aquatique thermostatic…
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getting rid of vermin...advice
hi i live in an area which is known for a rat/mice problem and more recently cockroaches not very nice i know but i guess i get a mouse once a year the rest mabe a rat in the garden whic hdisappears not bad i guess but i hate them... used my council service a while back said i had mice and they gave treatments which they…
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do temporary sceptic tanks exist?
do temporary sceptic tanks exist? how do they work and is it worth it?
