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Freestanding cooker
I need to buy a cooker : probably gas. Problem is I don't know how to find the right size. The gap is 63.5 cms. So I was thinking that 60cm would be fine? I want to to fit the space as snuggly as possible but is there a minimum space I have to leave either side? Does there need to be a gap? thanks
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Another Architect question
Hello How long does it take for an architect/ surveyor to get drawings ready to support a planning application? I've been ringing around and a few said that drawings wouldn't be ready till mid feb? Does it really take that long?? I mean I only want to erect a first floor bedroom aboce the garage and extend the kitchen?
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does BG HomeCare300 cover scaling?
i think my boiler got scale. i got BG HomeCare300 cover but they said it doesnt cover scale on the boiler. i checked the uswitch.com website and even the HomeCare 200 covers scaling. is this true?
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Am I entitled to any compensation?
A month ago I bought a new integrated Hotpoint washing machine from 24electric.com. It was delivered three weeks ago by Hotpoint and installed. I used it once and then it broke. The cycle is stuck on button C and I can't open the door and so have had washing trapped since 21st November. I phoned Hotpoint and they said that…
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£1000's worth of damage from cowboy plumber (LONG)
I have been extremely stupid in employing the "plumber" I did to fit my new bathroom suite. As soon as he started working I wasn't really happy with the way he went about things but I must be really cowardly because I allowed him to continue. My 15yr old daughter arrived home at 5pm yesterday (the plumber had completed his…
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Paint Brush or Paint Spray
Just a quick query I am in the process of purchasing a house but requires some amount of re-work one of which is painting the walls ( bedrooms, living and dining room, etc ). I was wondering are paint sprays any good such as this one http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/7111095.htm Does it provide equivalent…
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Rechargable lantern
don`t know if this is the correct "BOARD"..................if not , can somebody re-direct??????????.......................... IE I am useing a VG rechargeable lantern that lights up automatically when there is a power cut. It is a PIFCO but the makers AND ALL OTHER sites tell me it is discontinued. Any brand would do. Can…
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anyone recognise this kitchen cupboard door?
Need one extra cupboard door. I'm guessing that its about 2-3 years old. Plain white MDF, smooth grooved surface.
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Electrical Installment Inspection
Does anyone have any idea how much an electrical installations inspection would cost for a small 2 bed flat in the south east? The heating and hot water are gas based, so hopefully not too much? Thanks Gilly
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Timber Treatment Specialist
My homebuyer's survey has recommended that i organise a timber treatment specialist to inspect the hallway of the house i'm interested in buying, as the surveyer found definite damp in the area. He also recommends that the specialist check for insect infestation. Has anyone got a rough idea how much the inspection might…
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lOFT
hi, i want to do up my shed so my son can have his room in there, he wants these weights, and punch bags... Can anyone suggest what i do? Or the cheapes way do do it. thanks
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what comes first - carpet, skirting or architrave?
As above really, have 2 rooms and flight of stairs and landing to carpet, and these areas also need skirting having just been plastered and obviously the doors will need architraving too. I would of thought carpet first, skirting down to carpet then architrave round doors and meet the skirting but.... The carpet salesman…
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Argos Home Delivery and Argos Card
Hi, seems to be a bit of both 'In my house' and 'Credit Card' but I'll put it here anyway. Hope this is OK. I'd like to by myself:…
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Bulbs going all the time
Is there a reason for why the bulbs in an electrical light fitting have started blowing more frequently? (it's not simply just leaving the lights on for longer!) I'm getting worried now - could my house need rewiring?
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Small TV
Hello, We've just moved into our first proper house and now our computer has a room of it's own have been looking for a little portable for our bedroom. But it seems that you can't get widescreen portables! When I've been looking the choices seems to be either a 4:3 normal TV or an LCD TV. The prices for LCD TVs seem…
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New Shower
Have bought a new shower today, can we install it ourselves or should we get an electrician to do it?
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Instructions for ikea hemnes day bed?
Bought ikea hemnes day bed but come with no instructions been on website and it says to get them from the store which is about an hour and halfs drive away. Does any one have any they could email me by any chance?not sure if i have posted this in the right place?
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Tumble dryers
I really want/need one, but can only afford a cheapy, any recommendations? Which is best, a condenser or a vented one? I know the vented ones are cheaper but what if I cant get the hose out of a window? And do those condenser kits that turn vented dryers into condenser dryers actually work?(have seen them on ebay) AND some…
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removing a double glazed panel
DH managed to break a panel of double glazing, (only a small hole throught the middle) we phoned a place local and they said they can get a new panel in cost about £40 but they need the thickness to be able to order it which means we have to remove it to measure it firstly how easy is it to remove the panel and how do you…
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Spare B & Q Floor Tiles
Hi, can anyone help I have some floor tiles that have been damaged (daughter dropped bottle on them) only 2 tiles damaged, could claim on insurance, but would mean the whole of kitche/dining room and hallway being redone They were from B & Q and are quite large (have the measurements and name somewhere), they are a…
