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Changing ceiling lights in lounge
Hi, I am a complete leper when it comes to DIY. Just wanted some basic advice RE: the above.. I want to change the light unit. Is it something I should be able to do or would I need a sparky to do it ? :confused:
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Damp problem - new breeze block shed
We built a breeze block shed (one layer of brick top and bottom), on a raised base at the back of our garden in the summer to use as a home gym. It has been plastered inside and has been scratch coated on the outside. However, whenever it rains we get damp along the bottom and tops of the walls, mainly along one walled in…
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Fuse for a plug
Hi everyone. I have one of those tall lamps in my lounge the fuse has gone plug says 3amp but only have 13 amp. Can i use the 13amp fuse for a 3amp appliance??
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Loft(for storage)
I live in a 1930's house, i am going to board my loft for storage, the joists in the loft are 3x2 so I plan on putting noggings between the joists, so there is more support for the load also i plan on putting more stays that support the ceiling below up to stop any bowing on the ceilings below, I have no felt under the…
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Bath Panel
Hi folks, can anyone offer advice on bath panels. My current one measures 170x46cm and it requires replacement. I think we want a plastic replacement as the current one has warped with waterlogging, is this the best option? Also where can I get a reasonably priced one? either to pick up or delivered? thanks...J
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60cm gas cooker requires 75cm clearance??
We are having a new kitchen fitted and want to buy a new gas cooker. We have a width of about 690mm and we were thinking of buying a 600mm cooker. However, on some of the websites that sell gas cookers they say that you need '750mm clearance' but we don't know whether they mean in width (which would be a major problem for…
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washing machine wont spin
My washing machine is an Indesit and is about 5/6 years old. Has been working fine till yesterday then decided it was not going to go into spin cycle. Took all the clothes out and drained it and tried with it empty, still nothing. It would do the first slow revs but would not speed up to fast spin. Tried all spin points on…
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The best annual repair contracts for central heating?
The manufacturers warranty for my vaillant combi-boiler runs out in a few months time and I am considering looking at alternatives once the renewal price comes up. I am after a service that provides cover for the boiler, radiators, plumbing and ch electrics. The ideal would be British Gas's HomeCare 400 except that…
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Royal Cozyfire Will Not Stay Lit
I have the royal cozyfire, It will not stay lit i have to press the knob in and press the ignition switch to turn it on then you have to hold it a couple of mins and gradually release the knob turning it up then the gas should stay lit but its just going straight out i would be gratefull if someone could give me some idea…
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Child safety sockets.
Does anyone know of any double socket covers or faceplates. basicly my youngest has a lowbed that just about sits above a double socket, i have blanked it off with a blanking face plate a while ago, but know we need to use the socket but don't want her tampering with it or trying to unplug, so does anyone know if there is…
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Materials for kitchen splashback
I'm having a new kitchen installed and I'm trying to find a material for the splashback that isn't tiles or stainless steel. I only want a depth of about 200mm-250mm, and the length is about 4m. I know I can get glass but it's scarily pricey, can anyone suggest any other materials and suppliers? Oh, and I'm rather…
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Russel Hobs Toaster
hi, i have one of the above toasters and it has just all of a sudden stopped working, its very hardly been used around once every three days hence its very clean inside and out. any one know what else might be wrong with it, ive check the fuse and opened it up to take a look but can see anything burnt. not sure where the…
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Flickering Lights
Advice needed please. Since a power cut in my area last Saturday our lights have been flickering. Not just the ceiling lights but also lamps plugged into the wall. Could this be an internal electrical problem or is it a fault with the electricity being supplied to the house? Thanks in advance.
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sprung a leak
:eek: :eek: have had one chimney lined last year which is in an inglenook. there is also a second, unused chimney in same inglenook with elephants fppt over it. once job was completed, any heavy rain drips through the beam on to kitchen floor. can't see which chimney it's coming from. don't know what to do. chimney lining…
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Spare Dyson Dc03 Hose!!
:confused: My OH split the hose on the Dyson....I suppose I should be grateful he knows what a hoover is!! (oops) Can anyone recommend a good but cheap place to get another? I was even thinking of trawling our local municpal tip and rummagin through all the discarded Dysons that are dumped there....a bit desperate I know!…
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Thermostatic bar mixer shower problem
we have a Thermostatic bar mixer shower , had for 2 years. no make on it.water coming from bath taps and basin which is same feed is fine. Water from shower not hot enough and even turning it up to 55 doesnt make it hotter. Any ideas anyone? This is a link to the item.…
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Opinions on this memory foam mattress
We have just bought a maemory foam amttress but not from this particular seller, we took a real gamble but i have to say it is really really comfortable and we have never slept so well! Anyway think they made an error on the price as they all seem to have gone up and one for my dd (single bed) is the same price..so we have…
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Replace bulb in shower IP65 light?
Hi, I had a IP65 light fitted above my shower. I understand it is waterproof....similar to following: http://www.thelightbulbshop.co.uk/Shop/LightFixtures/Bathroom-Downlights/ The bulb has now fused but i can't seem to unscrew the light cover. Am i being dumb or is it not possible to change the bulb from the front?? Also,…
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Leaking Hot Water Cylinder - Do I Replace or Get A Combi?
Hi Noticed at 11.00 pm last night that hot water cylinder in airing cupboard was leaking ... put lots of towels down and called CIS Home Rescue, was told someone would contact me within the hour. After 1½ hours when not heard anything, rang them back, couldn't get anyone to come out to me last night but someone would ring…
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Squirrels in the loft & house! (merged threads)
Girl I used to look after has just been round with her husband......they recently bought lovely country cottage and have now found the loft is occupied by squirrels running amok ! Pest control chap has been out and put some bait down..........they can still here them running about.......he's coming back in the week and…
