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Can you unsubscribe to which.co.uk online?
Does anyone know if you can unsubscribe to which.co.uk online?
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Shower / bath or both?
We`ve decided we would like out bathroom re-doing. Currently have a massive corner bath and no shower (don`t laugh) but would like a big walk in shower which I think would mean we have to loose the bath... just wondering if those of you who have only a shower miss a bath, or do you get used to it. I don`t want a bath with…
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LPG Cooker Installation
Hi there, I've just had an outdoor log office/lodge built and am hoping to install an LPG cooker in the "kitchen" area. Just wondered if anyone can advise as to whether LPG cookers are allowed in wooden buildings. I already have an LPG hob in my house kitchen and know they need a special regulator/connector thingy to…
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leaking kitchen tap - help
hi,please can someone help.i have a kitchen mixer tap,which is leaking.it is now a steady trickle.i have tried opening the tap but it is very stiff,and haven't been able to do it.any suggestions,first how to open it,and then what to do with it
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Cost Of Labour For Installing Double Glazing
Hi I just wondered whether anyone could give me an idea of how much it would cost to install double glazing? I have had a quote for the windows of £250 and it is one window going into the back room. What kind of figure would you expect people to charge for fitting this correctly??
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Discontinued wallpaper
Does anybody know of an outlet where I can get hold of discontinued Laura Ashley wallpaper? I bought the last few rolls dirt cheap, because it was discontinued, but now I am one roll short!!:mad: It is Thea, and the colour is Eau De Nil, if anyone has got a spare roll.......:p Thanks
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Looking for a good all purpose drill £50-£100?
Hi I plan on doing a bit of DIY at home shortly and as the title says, I am looking for a good all purpose drill for between £50-£100. Believe it or not but I have never owned a cordless or corded drill, I always borrowed one from friends and family. But I think its about time I bought my own. Any recommendations or links…
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Do we *have* to change HEPA vacuum cleaner filters after 6 washes?
Hi all Im absolutely gutted… my hoover broke down. My previous one was a bagless one so I bought another one from Argos. I've never liked the idea of having to pay for hoover bags, i.e. its an additional expense. Anyways. I went to Argos and bought this one for £88…
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New kitchen
Hello all, I've had a look through the site and seen a couple of interesting threads, but still would like to directly post my questions. We are looking at getting a new kitchen (as well as re-tiling the walls, and vinyl flooring in the kitchen). Had a look at Wickes a couple of days ago and saw one that we really like.…
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Greenstar 30Si Combination boiler
I have just moved to my new house recently. The 3 yrs guarantee for the above combi has just expired in June and the boiler has decided to play up. The dial on the boiler is showing zero and there is no hot water and have to have cold shower. I just would like some advice please, is it better for me to call a plumber as I…
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Building regs for first floor extension on existing walls.
Hi, Does anybody know wether the following is possible building regs wise? I have an existing ground floor kitchen that is constructed of 9inch solid walls. Would it be possible to add a first floor? Can you still construct in 9inch without cavity? How would building control determine if existing foundations are suitable?…
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Change of plan..OH now wants floor tiles
We bought our bathroom tiles yesterday and OH has now decided he really wants the same ones on the floor. If we tile it, I'm putting in an underfloor heating mat too. Our floor is only 18mm chipboard which was fine for vinyl but is no use for tiling. So, what to do now? A new stud wall has been built over the floor so it'd…
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Sash window replacement worth it?
Just wondering what sort of energy savings I canexpect. I live in a pretty old house with about a dozen windows on the main floor, all fairly large... 30' x 60'. Single paned, and they leak air in the winter and moisture forms. I live in a moderate climate (Vancouver, Canada). What sort of payback period would I be looking…
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Fibre glass for flat roof?
I have a flat roof extension at the back of my house, last re-covered approx 15 years ago and showing signs of wear and tear. My builder has mentioned fibre glass roofing as a long lasting solution. Does anyone have any experience of this type of roofing? He has not given me an exact quote but mentioned a figure of £45 a…
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water level in toilet cistern may be too high - some questions please
Hello I think the water level in my cistern may be too high. Although the level is below the overflow pipe now, I noticed that there is wetness about an inch above the water level, which suggests, that during the day, somehow the water level has risen. Could this just be condensation though? If not how has the water level…
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Does removing a fireplace reduce house value?
Hi, I have a single bedroom house with a small kitchen/bathroom and a decent sized living room and bedroom. We currently have one of those screw on fireplaces with a electric heater in front of it. It doesn't look great. We're trying to decide whether to 1) replace it with a proper fireplace or 2) just to get rid of it.…
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Very small leak in hot water tank?
Hello I am a month into buying my flat and all has been going reasonably well. I have been using my central heating for the water for the last month and that's all fine, all nice & hot. Today I decided to use the central heating to see if it works as I've not checked it at all. It took about 45 minutes for the heat to come…
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Help! I didn't 'notify' for electrical changes!
Hi, when I first moved into my property in dec 2005, my dad fit a new bathroom for me, including a new electric shower and separate circuit (Inc. A new circuit breaker next to my existing consumer unit). I have only just realised this when I have seen another thread discussing the regs? I have been completely clueless to…
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Requirements for Part L on house rewire?
Hi, can anyone explain to me in easy to understand terms what is required for Part L when rewiring a house? eg, what type of light fittings etc..? thanks :beer:
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would low water pressure affect shower?
From today something is wrong with our water supply. There is ahardly any water coming through the pipes. I wonder if there is low water pressure due to the hot weather and it is affecting the water flow. Also the shower won't work,no water comes into it. It is electric and runs off the hot water tank. Would low water…
