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Can my fridge be fixed or shall I buy new?
Evening All, Any refrigerator engineers out there that can help me? I purchased a Smeg fridge a couple of years ago (it is no longer under warranty), and recently I have found that food in it is going off quickly. I have placed a thermometer in the fridge, which registers between 8 and 10 degrees Centigrade. The fridge is…
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small cracks in asbestos artex
Hi, getting a little worried, probably to much time to think...hopefully. Basically recently I found out the place I'm renting a room in has asbestos in the living room artex. It seemed in pretty good nick to me so didn't think about it much until the last couple of days I have noticed it has a few small cracks in it. Is…
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studwall insulation
Just curious what types of insulation should be used within a 3" wooden partion frame...used to make a utility room with a garage? also a what type of insulation should be used when latting the walls (4" single brick)?
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Secondary Glazing
Hi All, I hope somebody can assist me. I am looking to purchase my first home and want to be sure I am aware of as many potential costs as possible so that I am not caught unawares. The property I have taken a liking too has victorian sash windows which I imagine will not be the warmest in the winter months. I would like…
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howdens appliances how good are they?
This is my first post ever on any forum. I am going to buy a Howdens kitchen. The quote includes a Lamona hob and oven. Does anyone know how these compare in quality to Bosch or Neff appliances. What about other Howdens (Lamona) items such as their fridges? I just can't decide whether to get Howdens own brand or to look…
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indemnity insurance for double glazing?
I have my eye on a house I want to buy and do-up and then hopefully sell again. It is old fashined overall, but the windows look newish and less than 5 years old I would saym maybe even a couple of years old. Is there any sort of indemnity insurance you can take out that would save me having to replace them in the…
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What are these called and where can I buy them? (gate fixings)
Hi :) Firstly sorry if this is in the wrong place, wasn't sure if it should have been in the 'i wanna buy it' forum or in here so I went for here. Secondly sorry for the rather poor picture but I'm not good at explaining things. Ok I'm after three things which are all shown in the picture below. The first is a hasp with a…
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Leaking hurricane oil lamps?
We bought (or should I say, my OH bought) some dirt cheap hurricane oil lamps on ebay. When they arrived they looked like they were made out of aluminium paper and they proved that they were top quality by leaking all the oil out the bottom. We dont want to get expensive ones and OH has failed to inform the vendor that…
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Does a kitchen hob have to match the size of base unit?
Hi all We have chosen our kitchen and I am now sourcing the appliances. My design has a 60cm oven housing under a worktop with a 15cm pull out unit on either side. I would however like to have a 80cm or 90cm hob. Is this possible? Many thanks Michelle
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exterior wall in garage
I have had a garage built on to the side of my house and of course one of the walls in the garage has the little white stones on it ( I cannot remember what that finish is called, pebbledash perhaps ) Anyway, what can I do to stop all the little white stones coming off when I brush against the wall when I get out of my…
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Need some tips for saving with new kitchen
Hello to the forum :rotfl: We're having a new kitchen fitted with Howdens and we're trying to keep costs down but still make it the kitchen we want. I've told Howden's we're going to find our own cooker, hood and sink (he also said we could get our own integrated fridge if we wanted). I'd love a (smaller) range cooker and…
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Cost of Painting.. Help Please!!
Hi, We have just bought our first flat and there are 3 rooms in there, which have wallpaper on right now. We would like the wall paper to be stripped off and then the wall, painted on. Could you please give me an idea of how much its going to cost and how long it will take to do if we hire a painter/decorator to do the job…
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In Need of a Good Carpet Supplier in Essex
I am in the process of renovating a house in Chelmsford. I have been to 3 local carpet suppliers, 1 national and 2 local and I'm seriously not impressed. The national company, price given then loads of extras added. The first local company really not interested as I was in their shop for 10 mins and not 1 of the 3 staff…
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Upstairs Washer & Dryer
We're moving into a new house next week - and it needs major 'flow' reworking. As we're thinking of moving so much, I started thinking about washer/dryer locations. There is an ideal place upstairs to put washer/dryer (very very large hall cupboard). My parent's American house has washer/dryer upstairs as well. They have a…
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Concern over a tree on the land of a property I wish to buy
I'm not sure if I am posting this in the correct place but I was wondering if anyone might be able to point me in the right direction of some advice.... I am considering submitting an offer for a property, however I have a concern over an oak tree that is located on the land, and what responsibility I would have for it. My…
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steam cleaning carpets
I've got cream carpets in the bedrooms and was thinking of buyng a steam cleaner to give them a good clean. A couple of things,are these cleaners worth buying and do they work to clean carpets. Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks.
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What colour is almond white?
That is, on a bathroom suite? Is it pure, almond blossom white, or a bit beige? Anyone know, please?
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Roller Blinds are these quotes expensive..?
sorry moved this to correct section
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45 degree rule.....
I've just had plans approved for a small 2 story extension at the back of my house (semi). The planners asked for the plans to be amended as the rear of the extension jutted out too far and therefore breached the 45 degree rule. This was done and the plans were approved. Having re-checked the plans, they have measured the…
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Fireplace - not sure where to get one....
Hi guys, We finally moved into our dream home couple of weeks ago. We knew the prev owners had electric heater in the living room, a real vintage 1980s stuff. So we took delight in removing it. Only the house is freeeeezing. Its middle of June, and even on a warm day outside, it feels just as cold as winter was in our old…
