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troublw with amagement company
[IMG]file:///Users/dickonconnolly/Library/Caches/TemporaryItems/moz-screenshot-8.png[/IMG]Hi a friend has problem with his management company It is.. what can I do about the management company that manage a block of 80 flats that my flat is in. They charge massive prices and just come up with thing after thing to do. Like…
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Through lounge radiator/BTU question
I'm going to replace two old radiators in our through-lounge, one at each end of the room. I've used a few online BTU calculators and the figure comes to around 11000. Am I correct in assuming that 2 radiators of around 5500 BTU will do the job? Thanks.
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Vision Kitchen & Bedroom Studio
Has anyone had any dealings with these? I have three telephone numbers for them: 1 says this number is unavailable 2 says this number cannot accept incoming calls 3 says this number is not recognised If any of you can do some searches that could shed some light on why they can't be contacted at the momement I would really…
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garage roof material
Hello Experts, I am looking to replace my garage roof, any suggestion on which roofing material to select? I have google'd it, found ONDULINE ROOFING - bitumen sheets, is it any good? (it's a pitched roof and not flat) Thanks, Moor
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Letterbox
Hi, I was wondering if anyone knows where I can purchase just an outer letterbox flap - it was held on my just to plastic pins I think but it kept falling off and is irritating me lol. I would rather not have to replace the whole letterbox if I can help it.... Thanks.
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Sole Plate Cover?
I've recently bought a new Phillips steam generator iron and I am pleased with it BUT.......... I need a sole plate cover so I can iron trousers etc without the dreaded 'SHINE'. Can anyone tell me if such a thing is available in the UK and where I might get one? (I do realise I could use a tea towel or similar to protect…
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I have a window cleaner that doesn't actually clean my windows
Hi all, I realise this might be a somewhat peculiar post but I'll continue with it anyway. I had the same window cleaner for over 4 years until he retired in the summer there and the new, younger man that's taken over doesn't seem to be all that keen on actually cleaning your windows. I was at home this morning and I…
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Consumer Unit help please!!
On Monday I have an electrician coming to rewire my kitchen and fit a consumer unit. I bought a consumer unit a while ago from B&Q and got it out last night to make sure it was ok.... I am now very confused! It is a Wylex Main Switch Controlled Unit NH1104 and uses RCBO's. Is this ok with current standards or was I meant…
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Shower not getting hot.
I've got a non electric shower over the bath, it's only used when I have visitors, I'm a bath person! It has started to only run luke warm. Nothing has changed plumbing wise. I've cleaned the shower head. There are two knobs, one to turn the water on and control the flow the other should change the temperature. Both knobs…
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How to tell if electric oven is heating correctly
I know this seems a stupid question but I can''t tell if the oven is working correctly, it is heating up but things such as roasties don't seem to be the same as they were a month ago, is this something we can fix ourselves as it still works or any ideas for who I should contact and prices for fixing it. Thanks
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Fit a longer drain hose for a washing machine
I have a John Lewis JLWM1203 Washing Machine and the drain hose didn't reach under the sink. I got an extension hose and attached it with a jubilee clip and it has worked fine for the last 18 months. However, it is now leaking. Only a drip, but its still leaking. I've seen some longer length hoses on the internet, but I…
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Building a wall
Hi Can anyone tell me how tall I can build a wall without having to gain planning permission? I already have a wall but wish to rebuild some of it and higher it sightly, but unsure how I go about doing this. I don't want the hassle of planning permission so will stick to what I'm allowed, but unsure what that is? Please…
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Kitchen extension - opinion please
Another one from me this evening (sorry!) My new place is primarily in need of cosmetic touch ups - paint walls, wardrobe, new flooring. I need a totally new kitchen though; which has had me thinking of possibly extending it so I can make it into a kitchen diner. Current Option 1 Option 2 (suggested by a friend who said…
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Flooring direction
Based on the floorplan dimensions, should flooring be laid vertically or horizontally? C*F
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Plumbing help please!
Hi, Having a few problems with our bathroom. We have a combi boiler which is 4 years old. Water from the bath is running lukewarm so I turned up the water temp control on boiler, now the water from the basin taps and kitchen sink taps is scorching hot and it has had no effect on the water from the bath taps - what could be…
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Cordless drills ideas/help .......
Looking to get a cordless drill driver - purely for diy projects but along with a vast array of prices etc, can someone explain the difference between the batteries on offer - either the sizes 14.4v 18v 24v etc and also the battery type - is it purely charge up time and usage time or eg Ni-MH , li-ion etc. Thanks
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Acclimatising laminated worktop, how long?
We received our Duropal worktop today, how long should we leave it in the kitchen before it can be fitted?
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Large diameter chrome pipe
im after a fairly large diameter (3"/75mm approx) chrome pipe about 2m long to feed several cables down in corner of my room from behing TV on wall, to behind my tv unit, any ideas where I'll find such a thing? Thought I'd add my post in this forum as it maybe DIY related? Thanks in advance people
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First impressions - front door
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/property/3358262/First-impressions.html I'm looking for inspiration - just bought a 2 bed, semi-detached bungalow. Externally petite. Has a really bland white door with glass pane. Looking for inspiration - pics of your front doors appreciated (would post mine, but have realised the only pic I…
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Is this mould?
Looks like ash - it's the only spot in the entire room. Pre-painting, I'm planning to - wash ceiling and wall with sugar soap - use white base / primer - then paint Will this section require anything else?? Also what's the best way to treat hairline cracks and a bit of plastering that has peeled off? Thanks C*F…
