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Marble hearth problem!
I have a marble hearth and fire surround. I have noticed that in a couple of places, the smooth marble finish appears to be pitted, as though the smooth finish has been roughened in some way. Obviously I would like to get this sorted, but I am not sure how its happened, or what to do to sort it? Anyone got any ideas?
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corner protectors for glass etc
Is there such an item as glass protectors for corners of glass,i have a bar which a glass top fits on top,but when being delivered the glass on one corner was chipped a little,it cant be replaced or returned and is minor but,up near it you can see the chip. I been told that maybe i could use baby protectors for glass,which…
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Have you ever assembled/disassembled the shower tap like this?
I fond this web3d showcase for the shower tap, looks realistic and you can rotate it and zoome in for any detail. http://www.intatec.co.uk/products/iPlus%20Modern%20Concealed%203d.asp http://www.intatec.co.uk/products/iPlus%20Modern%20Exposed%203d.asp
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Treating wooden flooring?
Hi we have a solid wood floor in our hallway and it has a few scuffs and paint marks and we would like to re treat it. Does anyone have any experiences of this at all that they could share with me. Thanks in advance :)
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How to stop a washing machine leak?
My 7 week old washing machine is leaking from somewhere underneath.:mad: I have an engineer coming out on Saturday, but I'm not sure what to do until then. It's been turned off since 10am but is still slowly leaking. I switched the machine off at the wall, leaving the clothes inside, should I take them out? Or will that…
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Blanket/Storage Box
Hi, I'm looking for a reasonably priced (ie, less than £50) blanket box to put at the end of my double bed. I live in London but can't find one anywhere that is reasonably priced. I don't mind second hand, and I'm not adverse to buying an old one that I can paint up, but I can't seem to find a decently priced one. Does…
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loft boards...??
Hi guys.....just finished the hatch...only boarding left.Since it will only be used for storage...thought i would use chip board sheets..8 x 4 (12mil)...B&Q.. £6 each...total cost around £75....could not beat £6/sheet...unless you know diff...thanks.
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Internal Doors - Random Size
I have just brought my first flat...and one of the many problems I have come across is that the doors are a strange size. I have took off all the internal doors as I want to replace them. Only to find that each door is 80inches by 33inches. All companies I can find only have 78 x 33 or 80 x 32.. Any ideas on where I could…
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Next year's bathroom fashion???
On Monday I have to goodbye to my avocado loo and basin in the downstairs cloakroom. I'm so sad, because although everyone else hates it I think it's great! Don't get me wrong, I would NEVER want an avocado bath, but my loo and small corner sink are really well made and in perfect condition and fit perfectly in the tiny…
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Neb oven - Required temp delay
Hi. I've noticed over the last week that a problem has developed with my oven (Brand = Neb b&q own brand). Its a fan oven so usually i dont have to preheat it before i cook something. However, these last few days, its taking about half an hour to get to the required temperature. Eg. Last night i cooked potato wedges, i…
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Where can I buy the white plastic sunloungers that you get round the pool on holiday?
You know the white plastic sunbeds you lay on on holiday, I am looking for some that fold up.... Any ideas???
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i feel a fool - DFS Sofa
We went to a DFS store in Brent cross london to get a quote for a sofa as we were moving into our flat the week after. We found a sofa we really liked and spoke to a salesman who appeared friendly and fair and when we told him we were after a quote because we weren't sure of the room sizes he said that a) the arms came off…
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Broken integrated fridge hinge
One of the hinges on our integrated hotpoint (BL30) fridge has broke. Any ideas where i can get one from? It's stamped INGOL SD894367
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Glass Light Shades
I have some glass uplighters which had a white lining until I washed them. To my horror, when I washed the shades, the white plastic film came off some of the shades. Without the lining, you can see the bulbs and they are too bright. Has anybody got any ideas of how I can solve the problem?
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Concrete Base for Shed
Hi Hubby and I are about to lay a concete base for a fairly large wooden shed - size 10 x 8. Advice from our local builders merchant was to use ballast and cement 5 parts to 1 about 4" deep. However, someone else mentioned that we should put hardcore in the bottom first. We are wondering if this is necessary or will it be…
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Water softener
Can anyone recommend a good water softener? One that you fit to your pipes, I don't want one of those huge things that i will need to build an extension to house. We have just come back from York and in the space of two days there our eczema had totally cleared and I was able (much to my dismay) to do the washign up…
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Extension over garage - best use of space?
I am currently in the process of buying a property with planning permission to extend over the garage giving the master bedroom an ensuite and dressing room. What I would like to know is whether this is the best use of the additional space. The extension will be 21' x 10' and will be accessed via a door from the master…
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staining stairs
Hi I've had my stairs done with spindals. I want to colour them. Not much darker than the original wood. What is the best thing to use. I've been looking at a cuprinol wood stain in light oad. You rub it on with a lint free cloth. Any ideas would be greatly received.
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how to remove cement from tiles
Hi - can anyone help. Currently renovating an old house and restoring the period fireplaces. One which was boarded up has cement on the beautiful old tiles in the hearth (circa 1907). I have tried to scrape if off but weary of scratching the tiles. Any suggestions on how to remove this cement with minimal damage is greatly…
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potterton suprima 40 advice
Hi, i have a potterton suprima which has played up over the years and has required the obligatory pcb's, motorised valves etc......all under an extended warranty plan, of which i am destined to use again! Before guys come out to look i wondered if anyone may shed some light/thoughts on what my problem could be........ came…
