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aqualisa quartz 10.5 shower temperature probs
We have an aqualisa quartz 10.5w electric shower and have been recently been experiencing a few issues with it. It is only over the last few weeks that the temperature isnt as hot as it used to be. Standing under it tonight it was up full and I was able to stand under it comfortably. I usually have it bang on half way and…
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Possible to combine shower with water from electric boiler with electric shower?
Hi We get our hot water from an electric boiler (a Megaflo), which runs on Economy 7 during the night. There's enough water for two people in the morning, but by the evening it's usually cooled down. I wondered if it would be possible to have an electric shower that all this could run through, that would heat up the water…
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Radiator paint?
Hi, I've just moved into a house which I rent privately, and all the radiators are rusty on the top where the paint has peeled off (I think) and I'm wondering what the cheapest and best solution is to paint them? They are all white and some are different to other but they are all very old (it's an old Victorian house).…
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Painting a woodstained door
Hi, I am looking to paint over a couple of woodstained doors with white gloss. Ive read up a bit on how to do this and it seems to be that I need to sand the door, apply a primer (oil based best?) and then the gloss paint. My question is how much sanding do i need to do? Is it just a quick once over or do i need to strip…
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Problem with condenser dryer
I'm having trouble with my Zanussi condensing tumber dryer. It keeps beeping at me and the empty tank light is lit, even when I've just emptied it. It stops drying when it does this, so it's quite annoying. I know it's a long shot, but does anyone have any ideas on how to stop it doing this?
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damaged gas fire
Hi we had a new gas fire, surround and hearth fitted about 3 months ago. it has been covered whilst decorating. no problems yet. it was a bit dusty, so my wife cleaned it with soapy water. The fibre board at the back, just above the fake coals has now been worn away, it looks a different colour. Is this dangerous ? Can we…
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Kitchen Worktops
I am looking for worktops for a new kitchen and can't afford granite or quartz Is there something in between the above and your standard chipboard worktops that will give the look or effect and be durable? Thanks
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Which workbench to buy?
My husband has been wanting a workbench for ages so I have decided that I will get him one for christmas. I have been looking at the Black and Decker ones like this.... http://www.godfrey-diy.co.uk/show-product.html?sc=32001490&ref=fr or am I better getting something else. His diy is just around the home and helping our…
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Replacing thermostats with Digital Timers?
Hope someone could help. Our home has a thermostat in the downstairs hallway and one in the main bedroom. Both are basic dials with 1 to 5 numbered on them. The heating/water timer is in the utility and can be set for various times etc. However, what we would like to be able to do is to control the two zones (upstairs and…
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Adding an ensuite
Hi everyone. I live in a 8yr old 3 bed terrace house. I have a large master bedroom which has a single built in cupboard with a recess & small window. I have problems with the shower in the bathroom so am considering having a ensuite shower & basin so that the bathroom is just for guestings & bathing. I'm not planning to…
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pink mould between shower tiles help"!
Dont know if anyone can help, the tiles in the shower have been fine for that last 18 months, but I have noticed any water left in the shower turns pink overnight, and now there is pink stuff between the tiles which isnt really shifting, any help much appreciated samx
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Thoughts on carpet please ...
My bedroom carpet is passed it, its flat and got loads of marks that wont come out (cream coloured carpet, black marks) We can't afford a new hessian/weave back carpet, but can afford felt. I know it's not as good, but frankly, I really don't care. My questions is ... I have the large pax wardrobes along one wall of my…
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Furniture Painting Moneysaving Project
Hello, We have purchased a relatively cheap woodern table that we would like to strip down and paint in a distressed / shabby style to look like a French Farmhouse style relatively expensive version that OH loves. Links to both are below but we would really welcome any experience or advice anyone can offer on the steps we…
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Boiler help: temperamental hot water
Hi, this is my first time on this forum so apologies if this thread is a repeat of previous ones. My gas combi boiler has recently started having problems: it's always operated really well but now it's often not producing hot water unless I put the central heating on at the same time. Some mornings it even gives hot water…
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Central Heating/Electrics Problem!
I hope someone out there can give me some advice please - I have a complete lack of knowledge about all electricity/gas problems! Like the rest of the country we've had heavy snow. Yesterday morning central heating was working fine until afternoon when a big switch tripped in the electrics box - this caused all mains…
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Help leaking extention roof
had a kitchen extension built last year. we had a kitchen built on to some outbuildings which were the old coal house and store shed, loo. we now have a leak from the joining wall, the coal house loo roof is lower than the new kitchen roof, it does have lead flashing running all the way along. but the shed roof is made of…
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Making a cheap dog flap/dog door
Hello, We had a dog flap in the porch door a few years ago but when it broke we boarded up the hole and haven't used it since. Now we would like a dog flap again but don't have the money to go out and buy one - so i'd like to have a go at making one. Has anybody done this before? We don't really need to have a frame for it…
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Need help with gas cooker!
I just bought a second hand Rangemaster all gas cooker. I've never had a gas oven before and I could do with some advice before I get it connected up. Its got two ovens and both have gaps in the back by the burner. In fact, if I open the door I can see right through to the wall behind - this seems strange to me, is it…
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Heavy snow fall on the roof has brought my guttering down
As title says realy,we've had so much snow fall on the roof that it's brought the guttering down on two sides of the house,it's literally snapped hanging down and a portion at the front is doing the same. I'm wondering if anyone knows if you can claim on your buildings insurance for this sort of damage (we have accidental…
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Ideas on what jobs will cost?
(I have posted this query in the 'Is this quote fair?' forum, but as it isn't actually a quote, just my guess at what work will cost, I have reposted here..) I am viewing a property today , it is fairly priced because it needs a lot of work doing to it. Its a 3 bed 1930'S Semi, not over large.…
