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New Boiler - reposition in the loft.
We have got to the end with our current boiler... constantly having to repair it and after a new PCB board at £150 its now in need of a new gas valve and pressure vessel. As its D rated for energy use we are looking at getting a new one and cutting our losses. Currently situated in the kitchen of our converted bungalow we…
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What Boiler do I have? Pay monthly plans or new boiler? HELP
Hi, sorry lots of questions. Firstly, I am getting ready to move into my bungalow soon hopefully although I bought it 4 years ago (don't ask)! I know the boiler was the original one in there from when it was built in 1991. It is a Glow-worm boiler and heats the hot water/radiators. In the airing cupboard downstairs I have…
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Samsung Tv wont turn on thanks to energy saving plug. Help!
Hi, We bought a TV from Comet in 2008 (obviously its out of warranty now) but the TV wont turn on as we were using an energy saving plusg (from Lime, which was advertised on here). The red light just blinks nad the power blue light continues to flash. We have tried everything to get it to turn on. (Obviously we took the…
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What varnish to use on a painted table
I want to paint a table. It has previously been varnished so Im going to give it a quick sand, then put a primer on, then paint it, but want to varnish it to protect it, I keep finding varnishes (wickes, b and q etc) and their varnish states 'for use on bare wood'? In addition, I have another thing I wish to paint but its…
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Garage Wall water coming through
We live in a deatched house with a garage attached to the house the neighbouring bunglow is built higher up on the garage side there is a retaining wall wich runs the full length of the drive and down the side of the garage through to the back garden there is a gap of about 4 inches between the retaining wall and the…
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Tiger sheds
I am looking to buy a large shed has anyone bought from Tiger sheds please
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Carpet Experts -Best underlay for a Persian rug please?
We have an old Persian carpet square (well oblong :) ) about 3 metres x 2 metres in one room on bare boards. We did have a bit of old underlay under it but it kept moving, the edge showing and bits coming off the underlay all the time. I chucked the old underlay out but now I realise we do need something under the carpet…
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Tesco electrical extended warrenty
Hi all, I bought a new washing machine from Tesco direct mid Oct. I also bought the three year extended warranty. I received the machine and all is working fine. I still have not received the extended warranty. I call on Friday to chase. I was informed i should receive it by 20 Nov as sometimes it can take up to a month. I…
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builder left us with no toliet/unsecure house
Hi, This is part of a long story but our builder told us we would be out of a toile for 3-4 days, 1 week max. We were happy to move out into my partners sisters house for this time. However, things went very wrong and we are now taking him to small claims court over breach of contract (we have paid him for work he has not…
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electric shower stopped suddenly and now won't work
I have a galaxy mystique shower (fitted about 4 years ago) . I have aalways had problems controlling the temperature on it. However last night it stopped mid shower. The red light on the shower box isn't coming on. the pull cord light still works and I have checked the fuse box and that is fine. I took the front off this…
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replacing freezer seal
hi, my freezer has been frosting up a lot lately so I checked the seal and it starting to go. I've tried to find one online, as it looks easyish to replace, but I cant find one. I've found a foam facia seal, but thats not the right thing. My freezer isn't that old, well maybe 7 years, its a hotpoint RF68s, is there…
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5-sided garden room - any help/suggestions please
I'm open to all links, suggestions re: this long-held wish - under £1000. Room would sit into back left corner of garden and I'd like to have 'putah in there too. I would have proficient help. Budget is small - would like to do as much as poss. myself. Is it remotely achievable?[by woman if 61, just to make clear poss.…
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Looking for Fascia/Soffits Fitter in Boston Lincs Area
HI All Can any recommend a fitter looking for a small company to avoid silly quotes to fit new Fascia, Soffits & Gutting we are in the Boston lincs area. Many thanks
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Ceiling lights blown even though switched in Fuse box are all 'ON' ??
Hi all My knowledge of electrics is zilch, so I'm hoping someone can help me here.! Turned the light on in the downstairs dining room (Extension) and the lights flickered and went off. The light is one of those Chrome bars with 4 bulbs on it. So, we just assumed one of the bulbs was faulty and I went to the fuse box and…
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Boxing off a combi boiler
Evening all, I am looking for a bit of advice for my latest DIY project. Unfortunatly my combi boiler is in my bedroom, and it is a bit of an eye sore. I am in the process of getting it replaced due to it being useless, and once I have done so I wish to box it off. Due to its location I thought it ideal to instead of just…
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minster stone fireplace-lose or improve?
we have just got the keys to our new flat and are doing decor work. There is a 1930's minster stone fireplace in the front room. The flat is victorian with lots of cornice roses etc. I think it just looks unsightly as its a yukky brownstone colour...has anyone done anything to improve their minster fireplace- can you paint…
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Central heating radiators going cold downstairs when hot water put on.. Help!!
Hi There :money: This is my first posting and I wonder if any plumbers out there may be able to help . We have an open vented central heating system...we had a new boiler fitted about 2 years ago as well as having a full system flush at the same time....I also installed a brand new WILO pump a few days ago in case that was…
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Best appliances
have picked everything now for my new kitchen! Went for the silestone in the end, stellar negro and I am going to go for the raspberry splashback. Now just the appliances! I need a rangecooker - quite like the look of induction, also need an American fridge freezer, have seen a Samsung one I like and an integrated…
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Can I apply matt varnish over satin?
Yesterday I applied the first coat of varnish to a new oak staircase and will be applying the 2nd coat on Monday. For some reason I managed to buy satin instead of matt and I'm not overly keen on the sheen. :o Would buying a tin of matt and using that as the 2nd coat work?
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What comes first wall colour or floor colour?
I seem to be stuck in a What comes first chicken or egg situation :( Trying to decide wall paint colours but then am concerned that they may not suit the wood floor - but then am not able to choose the colour of wood without the wall colours?!?! Would be interested to hear how you picked C*F
