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Kitchen Design Help/Advice
Hi people, I was just wondering if anyone fancied casting their eye over some kitchen plans we have had drawn up by a local independent and giving their expert opinion? The kitchen is fairly small (3.5m x 2.2m) so there isn't much that can be done with it. We are having a bit of a crisis as we were originally going to go…
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Open gas fire burning yellow?
I've got a Valor open basket type gas fire in the old fireplace in my sitting room. I hadn't thought about it but a visitor pointed out that the flames were yellow and should be burning a bit more blue. I didn't put the fire in but believe it is about six or seven years old. Is this a problem, does something need adjusting…
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Boiler problem
I have a BG engineer coming out to me tomorrow as part of my Homecare cover but I thought I'd try my luck here in case I stand a chance of getting some heating tonight and hot water in the morning! Boiler is a Potterton Puma 80e. Mains light on the front is out. Checked fuse in supply to boiler, swapped it. Still nothing.…
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Kitchen - best options?
I'm looking for a new kitchen (i have a reliable builder to fit it) so are the major chains (Focus , Wickes, B and Q etc) the best option -or should i go for indepenants/smaller retailers? Must admit i do find it a bit confusing as when they advertise these kitchens -the smallprint seems to exclude virtually everything you…
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Mat wells
Just had a tiler round to look at floor tiling and due to my screed sitting quite high and my door sitting low he has suggested putting in a mat well. This will sit where the door opens and will go upto the tiles with trim against the tiles. It sounds a great solution and i'm sure it will look good, but can't find a…
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LED Light fittings for energy saving bulbs
Well just spent (fruitless so far) loadsa time trying to find suitable energy saving spotlight. Have managed to come across Megaman Energy Saving GU10 9 Watt Lamp but seems that the bulb which is warm light ( great) is bigger than standard spotlights, :confused: so it will look pretty ugly sticking out of the fitting. Any…
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Uneven floor where concrete meets wood
Hi everyone, We are fitting engineered wood flooring ontop of electric underfloor heating throughout our downstairs. Unfortunately the kitchen/diner has a concrete floor and the livingroom and hall a suspended wood floor. Where the two meet there is quite a difference in level and it isnt a uniform difference either! Im…
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Lead Flashing problems on new extension roof
Hi all We are currently in the process of building an extension and have now got to the lead flashing. The problem is that we have redland regent tiles which are very deep rolled tiles. As the lead rolls over the tiles the lead shortens but the vertical upstand against the wall does not and it pulls away from the wall due…
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Wickes vouchers and cancelling kitchen
Hi Everyone, I have just recieved my Wickes vouchers and want to spend them now, what happens if I have to cancel my Kitchen later (really not sure if I like the kichen now), I have paid a deposit, and was told I could get a refund on the deposit but they never said anything about the points/vouchers?? Suzy
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Using a microwave in a cupboard?
I have just had my kitcehn refitted and I really dont want a big cumbersome microwave spoiling the look!! I noticed in one of the cupboards there is a spare socket and I was thinking of using the microwave in the cupboard ( it an undercounter cupboard BTW). Can anyone see any problem with this? I really only use the…
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Heating stuck on, thermostat working
Apologies if this is has come up before, but I can't find quite the same problem in any of the other CH threads. Our Y design CH appears to be stuck on, regardless of the settings on the programmer. It's still responding to the thermostat, so is still controllable. I suspect that rules out problems with the plumbing, pump…
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Thick mortar dust (external) how to remove?
Hi all My elderly friends neighbour had the rear of his house re-pointed last week which left a thick layer of mortar dust over my friends garden, pathway, and upvc windows. The heavy rain hasn't washed it off, and her window cleaner this week has said it will only come off with a professional specialised clean or it will…
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Domestic gas detector?
I'm looking for a domestic gas detector for my parents. Mum occasionally puts the gas on without lighting it! I can find detectors for LPG gas like this ones - https://www.gasalarmsystems.co.uk/store/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=185 but don't know if they will detect natural gas - is it the same thing, just delivered to…
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Worcester Bosch 28Si II fault
Help - my boiler will run on CH for about half an hour before stopping & the red fault indicator light flashes fast. I reset & leave a while before switching on again with the same result. The HW usually works but not when the CH is on, again the boiler switches off & the red light flashes fast. I've scrolled through the…
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Problem with vokera excell 80sp boiler...and it's cold
Hi My boiler seems to have packed in. The pilot light is still on and the pressure is ok but no hot water or heating. For a few days the water was funny - you had to run it for ages before it would get hot - but now both have gone. Any ideas? Help greatly appreciated. Thanks Bob
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Gas Fires - do I always need the vent?
The last gas fire installation included a compulsory outside vent for our protection against fumes. Trouble is it’s cold and draughty. Does any one know what the rules are and are there gas fires that can be fitted in a chimney that do not need such a vent.
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UPVC -recommendations West Wales (Swansea/Llanelli) area
I am looking to replace several windows (up to 10) and possibly a back door. I have arranged for quotes from three companies but does anyone have any experience/advice on local or national companies? I want good quality at the best price. Recommendations greatly appreciated!
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sofa
Hi, I am looking for a cheap corner sofa under £500. Have you heard any offers?:confused:
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Making loft hatch light switch
I would like to make a light switch which would automatically turn the loft lights on when the hatch is opened and then off when closed. Is all I need a push to break switch?
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Cost of refurbishing flat
We have just viewed a first floor 2 bed flat in our road which is on the market for 85,000 However, It will need a total refurb. Any ball park figures for the cost of the following; Electrics to be rewired and brought up to date Back boiler removed and combi boiler installed Kitchen removed and refitted Bathroom 3 piece…
