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Sterling OSB or Ply Sheathing
We have a bit of an issue (builders might be about to walk off site until resolved) over whether the new house kit should have been with ply sheathing (as per architect's spec) or Sterling OSB board. What is the dfference and which of the two is better, bear in mind it is raining just about everyday and a qurter of the kit…
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Garage built against gable wall
Hi all, myself and my family are really angry and confused about a case we are trying to fight. A few years ago a neighbour built a new garage replacing a wooden shed but decided to build it against our gable end wall. They have also actually used our gable wall as the inside wall of the garage. We had no notification of…
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Which washing machine to buy?
After 10 years my AEG has given up the ghost. It is beyond repair and needs immediate replacement. I want a decent one but haven't seen any reviews recently. A friend recommended a Panasonic one, ( maybe I can use my Panny TV remote and operate it from the lounge!!!)…
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HELP!! New home, badly fitted windows
NOT SURE IF THIS IS THE CORRECT SUB HEADING TO POST UNDER, BUT CAN ANYONE HELP? My husband and I brought a 3 bed David Wilson Home in June 2008, as there was only the 2 of us we had 2 spare bedrooms, that we rarely used. I have since had a baby in April this year and since the weather has turned cold and we have needed the…
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Cheapest place for a No 2 Drill Bit?
The wood and metal drill bits in my set have both broken. I've looked in the pound shop, and annoyingly, the sets in there start at No 3. Is there a cheap place to get this particular size of drill bits, please? Thank you.
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Shower died
I put my shower on then got distracted and after a few minutes it just stopped. The light on the shower is off and so is the light on the socket. I've had this happen in previous accommodation and just tripped the switch in the fuse box. However, this fuse box is different. Can I do anything? This is the main box:
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chimney not always venting
got a problem with our chimney, the problem being if I light a fire in the woordburner & there isnt enough wind the smoke doesnt excape (so fills house), but if its bllowing right it works fine. Wasnt like this last winter, but seemed to happen after some big trees 3 or 4 houses away got cut back. Any ideas on what I can…
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Replacement glazed unit for velux window, howe much?
Hi folks, Just noticed tonight that the glazed glass on the velux window is cracked, and wondering what is roughly a reasonable price to get it replaced? The window measures approx 40x40 inch and the replacement glazed unit is rought 38x38 inches Not too sure how the crack came to be there, thought maybe some kid maybe…
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Karndean versus engineered oak floor
Hello Looking for advice around flooring - have had someone out today to go through engineered oak samples for my kitchen/family room and he has suggested we consider Karndean as an alternative to the wood - any thoughts or experience out there?? The room will be a kitchen / dining room / lounge-area so will have heavy use…
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Conservatory that's not a conservatory?
Looking to extend our house a bit, neither me or my wife like conservatories, too hot in the summer, too cold in the winter etc. We would still like big windows for natural light and planning on having it as a study with one wall floor to ceiling book shelves. So it will be used daily throughout the year Is this a common…
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Buying curtains - money saving tips?
Having moved into our victorian terrace last December we're gradually working our way through the house and decorating/improving. We need curtains for a set of French doors, the wife has found some material she likes and got a quote to have it made into a curtain. Quote came back as £270 :eek: So any top tips for saving…
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Sliding Doors
Hi There, We are having our flat renovated and due to the small nature of the flat, we are thinking about putting a sliding door between the lounge and kitchen. I have looked around the 'net and only seen wardrobe style sliding doors or bi-fold doors. My wife has had sliding doors in a flat abroad and they appear to be…
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Replacing a washer: not as easy as it seems!
hi guys! We are having a bit of trouble fixing a leaking kitchen tap (hot water). We have searched online and pretty much know what we have to do, but we can't unscrew the nut that will give us access to the washer. We have tried; brute force, WD40, heating with a hairdrier, using a bit of wood to get purchase... Does…
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Over Cladding/ Capping Fascia & Soffits Work OK?
HI Had a quote for new Fascias/soffits and guttering, but the guy wanted to put the new pvc Fascias over the Existing Wooden Fascias (Over Cladding) the wood is not in bad condition, Is this a reliable way on fitting Fascias or should the wood be taken off first. Anyone that has has new fascia fitted by overcladding the…
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Nexus Consumer Unit
Hi, has anyone heard of this brand? I have just bought one for £50 and it just seems to good to be true at that price. They are a bit bulky but far 'prettier' than others I've seen. http://www.bgelectrical.co.uk/pdf/2010/Consumer_Units.pdf
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B&Q Spondon Derby interior doors on sale £10!!
Broadland moulded doors white pre painted(can't include the link) Which I bought 6 of, also some other interior doors selling off at £10 each and Exterior doors from £60, they are at the front of the shop and not many left!
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Skimming
Is it a must to skim after removing wallpaper / before priming and painting? C*F
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slipmats for bath/shower
How many people bother with a mat to stop you slipping?
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Howdens discontinued kitchens
I've just moved into a new home and would like to add some extra units to the Kitchen. It's a Howdens Kitchen and the doors are from the Hamilton range. Unfortunately this range was discontinued 18 months ago. Does any one know if/where I could find the discontinued units? Many thanks in advance!
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Old solid oak front door - what to do with it?
Hi there, We've recently moved into a house built in 1929, which still has it's original solid oak front door. The door has clearly been stained and varnished at various points over the years and currently has black forged iron door furniture. I'm hoping that I can sand the whole thing back to it's beautiful original light…
