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Obsolete sized manhole cover
Where would be a good place to find an obsolete sized manhole cover? We need one that is 52cm*67cm as one which has just been uncovered in our garden has a hole in it. I've tried ebay, freecycle and a few sites on google but not come up with anything yet.
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leaking washing machine draw
i have a tecnik intergrated washing machine when i pull the soap dispenser draw out water runs down the front of the appliance this does not happen all the time but happens frequently i have had this problem since the appliance was new i notice it more when i use the main wash program i have had an engineer out twice to…
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home improvments
Hi all first time poster here. Im looking to have central heating ,and double glazing fitted in the very near future,to a traditonal three bedroom terrace.And was wondering of guide prices to pay for both. People i have spoke to have suggested about £2k for central heating, and £3k for the windows and one door.Are these…
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Driveway Widening - Dropped-Kerb Extension
I've recently (with the help of a bricklayer friend) knocked down and rebuilt a wall at the boundary of our house to widen the driveway. The next step will be to have the dropped-kerb widened, but I have no idea how much this is likely to cost. I have checked with the local highways dept, and the only info. they've given…
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Wickes Wallpaper Steamer
Hi all, My Wickes £14.99 wallpaper steamer literally burst into flames whilst I was using it...:angry: I first noticed thick smoke inside the container and then a small hole was melted in the bottom and water poured out, all over my carpet! My carpet was damaged by both the water and the melted plastic. It did not run out…
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How to cut Wood veneer without chipping?
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Which bath tub?
Hi, I am looking to purchase a bath tub but i am confused with materials available.Can you please tell me which one is the best of the following: 1.Plastic 2.Steel 3.Fibre glass 4.Acrylic Any suggestions are highly appreciated!
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Lifitng a manhole cover
Thanks for looking. I have a recessed manhole cover with block paving in it on my drive, and i wish to lift it. Any ideas where to get the devices to lift it with please Thanks
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Repaired roof leak - how do I now make Ceiling look nice
We have a flat roof over our kitchen and it was recently leaking tiny amounts every time it rained. We have had the roof repaired but how do we now make the ceiling look nice again? Im sorry to swear but the ceiling has artex on it!!! There is a foot long crack and a bit of a yellow stain where the water came through.…
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Cigarette smoke
I have given up smoking indoors but alas I live pm the ground floor of a 3 storey building and the resident in the topflat is still complaining of the smell of smoke, even in her kitchen cupboards. It was a very poorly converted building and of course I am going to scrub down my walls etc but Im at a loss as to what to do…
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To LED Torch or not?
Maglite have brought out a new LED Torch, is LED better than 'normal' bulbs when it comes down to high power torches or should I just stick to a normal Maglite 2 D-Cell?
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Get washine machine fixed or buy a new one??
our washine machine has stopped working properly. DH thinks the motor has gone and I've had an estimate to repair it of about £100 (but I wonder if it will end up being more than that). Its a Siemens, and was left by the previous owners here so is at least 3 years old - probably at least 5 - I know you can't get the model…
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Blinking balcony
This all started with a leak and has growed. My dad's balcony leaks down into the flat below. So we thought we would seal the edge, job done. I thought we could screed the floor and sort of slant it away from the flat and encorouge the water down the downpipe. Then people said the concrete would not be waterproof and we…
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worktop to fit ikea kitchen
I have just ordered an ikea kitchen but didn't like any of their worktops. Ive seen one i like somewhere else however the worktop is only 600mm (the same as the units) my idea is to put a splash back behind the worktop instead of on top giving me the same dimention as the ikea worktops. Also if the worktop runs out and…
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Digging footings for extension 1m deep, But how wide?
Hi I have been digging footings for rear extension. I know i have to go 1m deep, But how wide do they have to be? 450mm or 500mm i think. Any help would be nice. Cheers SM
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HELP! Dark? Furniture to match brown leather bed and sofas!
Hi, I am desperate to find a good place (preferably cheap) to buy lounge furniture to go with brown leather sofas and wood floor and bedroom furniture to go with king size brown leather bed and neutral carpet. Please does anyone have any sites or stores with the name of the furniture to look at? Im rubbish at picking the…
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Site Notice?
I'm trying to get planning permission for a Single Storey Rear Extension, I've checked the Council's website, it says 'Site Notice Issued & Display until 15/05/2007'. What does this mean? :confused: Many Thanks Colin
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i want a steel coated door (exterior)
i am looking to replace my back door (hardwood stable door) with a steel one of similar type. BUT i cant find one. i have a steel front door and it is extremely good. does anyone know where i can find one?
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Can you get a light switch with one dimmer and one switch?
I have just had some electrical work done in my house and the electriicaln has installed seperate single dimmer and a seperate light switch next to each other. They are not even the same design / make so looks pretty bad. Is there anything i can do?
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Glass mosaic wall tiles
Does any one know where is the cheapest place to buy these? I would like white or opaque ones. Thank you in advance H
