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Washing Machine Temperature Knob Broken?
We have an Indesit Washer Dryer (IWDC 6125 S). The majority of our washing is done at 40degrees, but I recently needed to do a 30degree wash, and went to change the temperature knob. It usually clicks when turned, but instead just lost all pressure when I rned it and now it will turn freely without 'locking in' to any…
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My new house will need everything doing ....
My new house will need everything doing, it hasnt been touched since it was build in the 30 (except the 70s bathroom of olive green). I would guess at central heating and rewire and windows first? The children and i are staying in the rent accom, and my partner will be in house. Any hints, tips, things to avoid, horror…
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Lath & Plaster Replacement Advice
Hi to everyone at the MSE forums! We're currently renovating our 1930's semi-detached property and as part of the renovations we would like to replace the existing 'lath and plaster' walls with modern plasterboard and plaster. This would be a large job to include lobby, hallway and landing, dining room and four bedrooms…
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Skip company will not collect skip
I have a skip that has been pn my driveway for two weeks after it was filled and asked to be picked up. It is from a skip company called Pink Leaf based in Greenford Middlesex. I have called everyday and they promised it will be that day. Today I told them I contacted the env agency which I did and they told me to either…
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UPVC Cleaning - Best Method and Cost
Having just moved into a property that has been vacant for some time the outside is in need of a bit of TLC. The gutters need clearing out and all the fascias, soffits, windows and conservatory need a good clean. I have had several people provide quotes and there is such a disparity in the methods used and the price quoted…
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Steel bath thicknesses, stability and showering suitability...
So I've just gone and got myself a steel bath. It's a Roca Contessa and they weren't too sure of the thickness but I'm assuming it's a 2.2 from looking online.... SO I've been told if I have a shower in the bath (which we will) that I will need a thicker bath. Is this true? ANd if so is there anything the fitters can do to…
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metallic effect wall emulsion
well here goes, OH (the missus) went to bee an kew to buy paint for our girls room, she purchased their home brand metallic effect blue purple thinking itl funk the room up a little and give some shine to the walls. this stuff is horrible to paint with, i wouldnt never ever put this stuff in a spray gun to spray a wall…
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UPVC Bay window wont open.
It hasn't opened for years and appears stuck fast, any ideas ? Thankyou.
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Samsung RSA1WTMH1 freezer light issue...
Hey Guys, The lightbulb in the freezer size of the unit has gone so I checked the online manual on how to remove the cover to replace it, but I don't know if im missing something or just being a bit special but I can't get the cover off at all :( I try to pull it straight out as the manual suggests and it pulls the entire…
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New property - when to get roofers in??
We have just brought a 3 storey semi-detached townhouse built in 1901. We got the full valuation and that said it was in good condition for a property its age etc but that he only observed the roof from the ground (and therefore couldn't see anything) and recommended us getting the roof inspected along with the chimney and…
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Selling house
It looks as though we're selling our house, but I need to make it sellable, quickly and cheaply. Does anyone have any ideas how we can make the house look really nice without breaking the bank in the process?
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Changing from storage heater to panel heater
I have a big and bulky storage heater in the hallway which has not worked for years. I came of the economy 7 tarrif a couple of years ago after not getting enough use out of it. I now want to replace it with a 1kw panel heater. The old storage heater is on its own mcb running to a 20 amp switch and then to a flex cord…
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Gas Fire Casing - Paint??
I have a (probably) 1980's gas fire, with a rather dated black chipboard casing. I want to rejuvenate it with a coat of paint if possible - pref not black or at least a less, dated looking black. My question is which paint should I use to cover over the chipboard laminate? Im really lost..... Any help would be greatly…
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Is combo boiler failing?
Hi, Just a quick question. The hot water on my combi boiler has recently only started triggering when the taps are turned quite high. I have looked around for info but most things just seem to mention in stopping triggering at all. Is something on the way out? Cheers.
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Free timber/wood for carpentry work
Hi, I need to build a large shelf in my attic - approximately 7ft X 3ft. The shelf needs to be reasonably strong as there will be several boxes placed on it. The shelf doesn't have to be free standing i.e. can utilise pillar supports if that makes life easier. I can probably figure out how to do the work myself but I was…
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Wrongly Installed Plumbing – Advice Needed!
Hi, I need general advice on a situation that's arisen in my home. It's a flat in a pre-war block into which I moved just over 12 years ago. The interior needed a total refit, and this was project-managed by a builder I know and trust (he's an old friend). This would have been around 10-11 years ago. Although he did most…
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Cavity Wall Insulation Query....
Hi helpful people I know NOTHING about CWI, but I do know that the extension on our house (Housing Association), does NOT have it. We moved in last summer and over the (admittedly) cold winter my kids hated using the bathroom and loo because it was so cold (there is also inadequate heating). I've had a good look at the…
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Fixing Sebo K2 myself
I have an excellent but out of guarantee Sebo cylinder vacuum cleaner on which the cable has jammed so that I now have less than a metre's length available - very annoying when you have to keep changing sockets to clean even a small room and dragging round an extension cable is an even worse idea. We've already tried all…
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Pop up bath waste problem
I recently had a new bath installed with a pop up waste and combined overflow/bath stopper control. When the bath is full, when twisting the bath stopper control to lift the plug, the weight of the water keeps the plug down so the bath won't empty only if I stand and hold it open. The overflow/bath stopper control and…
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Building Control decline Completion Cert on Extension
Final inpsection today on kitchen ground floor extension. All good except inspector today says that I either need to have a door from my kitchen to my hall (only one internal entry into kitchen) OR I must have mains smoke alarms together with a heat detector installed in kitchen. Now, checking online it looks like I dont…
