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Does anyone have vinyl flooring called 'Drops'
It's paleish blue and gives the impression of water droplets, think it looks really cool but wondered if id'e tire of it!! anyone got it, is it too much, do you still like it? thanks.
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How to clean a washing machine door seal?
The seal on my washing machine has become a bit grubby with bits of stuck on fluff etc but I realise that as it's made of rubber I may damage it with certain products. It's rented accomodation so definitely dont want to ruin it by making a hash of it, any tips?
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Re-doing a Kitchen, by fitting new drawers and doors
Hello all, following on from my 'Granite worktops' thread, was wodering if anyone had done the above, and if they had any recommendations for specific retailers, and or websites? I've found a good few online, but some personal experience would be priceless! I guess everything, delivery time, quality of the product etc…
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Double Glazing Firms in the Peterborough Area
Hello All! I would really appreciate any advice you can give regarding uPVC Windows & Doors. I lost three and a half hours of my life last night with a guy from one of the National companies, and I understand this is the norm? So I have decided that the best way to go is a local firm/sole trader. However, being relatively…
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Power shower replacement
Is there any way for a lay person to find out what shower she needs to get? We have an ancient (15yrs?) power shower fitted, which lost all power years ago - so now it just runs cold water, if you like that sort of thing. It used to be a powerful provider of lovely invigorating hot showers. I now, after research, am not…
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Has anyone tried X Tex artex remover?
The previous owners of my house left me with Artexed walls. I don't think that it contains asbestos as the house is quite new, but would like to have a go at removing it. I've seen a product called X Tex which claims to remove Artex and wondered if anyone else has used it and if so what they think. I've used its sister…
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PVC Front door fitting in Portsmouth area
Hi there Can anyone in the Portsmouth area recommend a company to fit a upvc front door? My existing one is in bad shape and the frame is rotten so I'm thinking change the whole lot now. Ideally I want it as cheap as possible so any bargains appreciated :) Many thanks!
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Dried paint in paint trays
Ive got a paint tray the kind you use with the roller for a ceiling with some dried paint on it is there any way to get the dried paint off
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Cordless phones
Please someone help me urgently. I know nothing about cordless phones. Someone has told me all you ned to do is 'just plug it in'. Now does this mean that you plug it into the phone jack, a power socket or both? Need to know asap!
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Blocked kitchen sink- help
My kitchen sink is blocked again! I think it is more a problem with the sink and pipe than what goes down it, as I do not use cooking oil and have one of those meatal things with small holes in to stop most things going down the plug hole! I have tried `plug unblocker` fro wilkco-bought on special Bicarb and white vinrgar…
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Freezer in a shed...
Due to the crappy design of new housing developments the only place we have to put a freezer will be in the shed. Now it's obviously water proofed and off the ground etc but I have no doubt that in winter the might be SOME damp in the air... Would this cause a huge problem? :confused: Anyone else have their freezer in the…
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Claiming on home insurance
We had another power cut yesterday for just over 12 hours, we have never claimed before and have no idea if there is any time limit etc as to when the power has to be off...anyone done it, we lost some food and due to the non existent customer service we inrend to try and claim some back..we are with direct line if it…
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laminate or carpet??
hi all just wondered if anyone knew of some cheap laminate flooring or carpet i could buy for my sons bedroom? Any advice appreciated xxx:rolleyes:
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DIY Questions
Hi We're currently in the process of buying the flat that we're currently renting, and are planning a whole raft of home improvements. However, given that it's our first home, this is raising more questions than it answers, so I hope you guys can offer some advice! 1. Is it possible to remove a radiator permanently? Our…
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Leaking roof
Hi all, Can I pick your collective brain please? I have recently had a on storey extension built to the rear of my house, it has been signed off by building control etc. Over the last few days of reasonably heavy rain I am seeing damp patches above the window and also french doors where the plasterboard comes into contact…
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HELP! Painted flat roof problem
Hi I painted my flat roof with this: http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.jsp?id=69277&ts=17831 last wednesday and it has not rained until today. Now alot of the roof has turned from black to grey/green in colour and where it has changed colour the waterproofer is still soggy (wet) but where it is still black it is…
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Freeview box problems
I have a set top box which keeps coming up with the message 'failed to tune', it's about three years old, is it a fixable problem or ready for the bin? Thanks Amanda
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Shower Problem
I need some advice, so if Canucklehead or Eliteheat is around, or anyone else I really would value some help. We have a shower, its a Hudson Reed, with a fairly big shower head. On the seperate chrome plate there is two knobs, the top one to turn the water on, and the second one which is underneath with a red thing that…
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... plans drawing up in Liverpool!
Hi all - looking to have some plans drawn up for my extension - anyone know of anyone in Liverpool?? Thanks a bunch all...:j
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Trees over hanging our garden
We have a number of trees over hanging our garden from a public footpath running down the side of our house. I would guess that the local council are responsible for these trees. In my opinion these trees need prunning back. Can anybody suggest my best course of action to get this done? Would I get any joy from contacing…
