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Repairing A Drinks Cooler
I have got a problem with my drinks cooler . The problem it seems is in the switch for rising and lowering the temperature in the cooler if i put the switch to high or low temperature the temperature stays the same and the oppisite to what i want it that is as cool as possible anybody got any advice or know how on how to…
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Patch Repair for Render?? Anything readymade?
We have render outside of the house. There are some areas that have blown. The render is lumpy, a bit like Tyrolean I guess. I want to do a quick patch job and paint over the next day. Can anyone suggest a ready made render I can stick on. Also, the maintain the same lump effect (bit like porridge) what do I add to it?
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Double glazing - rubber seal issue
Hi, just got my windows fitted about 3 months ago, in the UK, by a reputable company who are network veka verified. I've called them due to a problem I've seen and are coming tomorrow, just wanted opinions first please. Proplem is, there is a rubber seal that runs between the panes the frame/veneer, creating a seal. On one…
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Compact sofa bed- recommendations?
As the title says.... I'm looking for a sofa bed for a small room, which also needs to be small enough to fit in the awkward angled door or self assembly. I need (when as a sofa) something no bigger than ~140cm wide and ~85 deep. Style (foam, pull out etc) unimportant as it would only be for very occasional use. Any…
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Garden swingseat
Hi All Perhaps you can help, the sun canopy on my Mums swingseat has ripped and we can't find anywhere to get it replaced. We've tried all the local garden centers but no joy. Thanks in advance Steve
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Ventrolla Sash windows Q&A
Hello Everyone, This thread is for anyone wishing to know more about Ventrolla Sash Window renovation and repair. We hope we will be able to answer all your questions regarding your original sash or casement windows. Regards, Etienne
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Building regs on a conservatory
Hello I have been getting several quotes and designs for a new conseravtory of 3.20m wide and 4m long. After lots quotes we have decided to go with a local builder who has been recommended and is offering top quality specs and a good price. The problem I have is that the builder is not Fensa or Certass registered and I am…
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Another Rewiring Question
There are a couple of current(no pun intended)threads already on rewiring but I have a slightly different question. My house was built in 1963 but has(modern) grey pvc cabling(original as far as I know). We had an extension added 10 years ago with the old fuse board replaced by new consumer unit(Hager) added to accommodate…
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soil vent pipe connection question - using rectangular ducting
We've had the cowboys in and one of the things I need to fix is the soil vent pipe which goes up from ourside the new showerroom in the loft, up the combe ceiling and out to a vent. They used flexible PVC tubing and it got shredded as they forced it in (funny that given all the slate nails coming through on the underside…
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Has anyone had a bathroom fitted recently?
I know you might say how long is a piece of string.... We live in the North West & are considering having a new bathroom fitted & yes we're on a budget. What is reasonble price to gut it & do a re-fit & tile it (around 23 sq mtr)
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Painting plaster mistake
Hi, I have recently moved house, and decided to get the walls skimmed. Unfortunately I have asked friends and family for advise regarding painting on to the newly skimmed walls and have stupidly taken the wrong advise. I purchased the cheapest B&Q paint as the first coat, and expensive 'one coat Dulux' for the second coat.…
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Damp please help!
Hi, I hope someone can help me.... I have a issue with damp/mould in a few different place in the house and unsure as the cause and action needed to be taken to clear it up. The kitchen is the biggest problem, but it seems this is because we have no extracter fan and until recently didn't open the window when cooking.…
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Getting replacement 12V extractor fan without the transformer
Hello, The 12V extractor in the bathroom is not working, I've checked that the wiring going into the fan (from the transformer in the ceiling) is getting 12V, so it must be a problem with the fan itself. Wherever I look for 12V extractor fans, they always come with the transformer as well - but I dont need one, I only need…
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Toilet cistern filling up slowly
My downstairs toilet takes forever to fill after a flush. I'm not sure what type it is but the button sits on the top of the cistern and is a push button. When filling up, it's like when you put your finger over the end of a hose and let a small amount of water through, it comes out in a small pray.
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Replacing Aqualisa Shower Hose
My hose on my Aqualisa shower has started to leak, not from the connections to the body of the shower or the shower head, but through the actual hose itself. I found a replacement from Aqualisa http://www.aqualisa.co.uk/parts-store/Shower-Heads/Adjustable-height-head2/Hose/ How easy is it to fit. Is it simply unscrewing…
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System Flush v Power Flush Heating System
I have been quoted £1800 + Vat to replace my old back boiler and add a towel rail to my bathroom that doesn’t have heating at present. This is in an old traditional first floor granite tenement building. So I need scaffolding and the wall cored. I am intending putting in a Alpha cd25c combi boiler (4 year guarantee),…
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Electric shower
At the moment i have two mixer showers that are powered from the combi-boiler, we had problems with them since they where fitted some years ago. I had a plumber around who says I may be better replacing them both with electric showers, so my question is what is the bees knees of electric showers and what is the difference…
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Shower attachment ?
Can any one recomend a good and lasting shower attachment I can use. We have looked at getting a plumber to change the taps but the plumbing is in such a poor state I am worried it will open a can of worms which will cost us a lot to make good.
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Weatherproof junction boxes
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Tap Tails for Bath
How long can tap tails be for bath taps? I am going to fit the following bath http://www.tescobathrooms.com/bathroom-suites/small-bathroom-suites/milano-rydal-shower-bath-suite-1500 Due to having the taps in the corner. How awkward would it be to connect up? Would I need to route the pipes under the boards to the bath…
