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Low hot water pressure
Just had a 3 in 1 tap professionally fitted following a new kitchen makeover. Problem is there is little or no pressure from the hot water side, cold pressure is excellent. There are no kinks in the pipes. The hot water in the ajacent utility room is excellent on both feeds. Plumber says the cause is the new tap having…
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shed decor
ok not strictly in my home but an extension of..im getting my first ever shed put up this week and to say I'nm excited is an understatement! It's only a small one 8' x 6' but I want to make the best of the space and I'm looking for suggestions for what I could put in it to achieve optimum storage. So far I have thought a…
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How many litres of paint do I need please...
Good evening folk’s This time next year we plan to sell our bungalow in Hampshire and move to Gloucestershire. Before we put it on the market, the outside of the dwelling needs to be brightened up a little with exterior paint, the surface is a rendered finish and unbroken. We like the colour that it is at present which is…
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Bosch oven fault
Hi I have a bosch HBN4350GB/01 single oven and has developed a fault in that sometimes the vents above the door give out very hot air (not the norm) so hot you have trouble touching the controls. The decals have also come off due to the heat, this fault is also intermitant. any help please
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Kitchen Downlights Needed - Recommendations
Hi, I want to replace my 4 Kitchen Downlights does anyone have any they would recommend or know of any good deals on at the moment. They run from the main 230v I am just looking for fairly basic ones white would be a good colour but others silver, gold would also be ok. I need them to fit in the current holes which are…
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Open fire place re-opened
We are renovating a stone cottage, and uncovered the fireplace that has previously been used for coal fire. The previous owners had installed gas fire, which has now been removed... My Question - if we wish to revert back to open coal fire (not smokeless zone) do we need to use Hetas installer or to apply for building regs…
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Beko WM5120W not draining
Hi all, my Beko WM5120W washing machine isn't draining properly. I can hear it drain but not all the water leaves the machine, any ideas? I have cleaned the filter but not joy. Thanks, K
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There are holes in my hand made rug
I bought a hand made rug whilst in egypt and store it away. Today I went to check it and found it covered with holes. I am gutted as it was expensive, what's been eating it, I have read about moth, is there anythig I could buy to use to prevent further damage? Thanks
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Howdens Kitchens?
Hi All, Has anyone bought a Howdens kitchen before? Also is it diffrence prices for diffrent people i.e membership etc.. I checked the website and its seems expensive but i have asked around and people seem to be getting a good deal. Any advice....
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First Bathrooms [vent] basin issue
Fellow MSE'ers I am struggling to get any help or advice from First Bathrooms about a situation that I find myself in after buying a new bathroom suite from them in December. PLEASE HELP!! :mad: The story goes; Bought a new suite from them on the 13th of December, it was delivered a few days later. No issue with delivery…
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Acetylene Supply Problem???
I've got a roofer who's put off starting a small job to due apparent problems getting hold of acetylene gas for welding lead, saying it's a nationwide problem. This has gone on for a month and he now says another 3 weeks at least. Through googling, I'm not aware of a general lack of supply and a resultant standstill in the…
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Combi ... Baxi vs. Worcester?
Our old boiler has packed up and we are trying to decide between the Baxi duo tec 40 and the Worcester 42cdi. Please has anyone any experience of either of these in terms of reliablity etc. Thanks
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Sound Proof Insulating Liner
http://www.gowallpaper.co.uk/product/Sound_Proof_Insulating_Liner_SoundLiner Has anyone used bought this and tried it? Sound Proof Insulating Liner At an incredible 6mm thick offering the same insulating effect as 22mm of Wood, 51mm of Glass and 100mm of Concrete, our NEW Sound Proof Insulation Liner provides a simple DIY…
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Kitchen Fitter quote - help.
Hi chaps/chapesses. I have a Howdens kitchen waiting to go in. I had a fitter come around to quote (recommended by several people i know). Its about 14 units, intregrated applicance, extractor & ducting, some modification required under the sink units due to the location of the water main etc. A 'bloke in the pub' i was…
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pressure cleaning patio
i spent a large part of yesterday pressure washing my patio. it is constructed of 18" rough surface creamy yellow slabs. whilst some came out fine some are still pretty badly marked where dark dirt has not been removed well from the rough surface. i did only use water and am wondering if there is a product anyone can…
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paulthebuilder / paul riley builders
Hi. I've had a quote off a company called Paul Riley Builders in Northwich. He seems like a genuine kind of fella and his quote is the right money. I was just wondering if anyone on here has used him before? or knows if his work is as good as he says? thanks in advance.
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shower tray selection
I'm helping my mum swop her bath for a walk in shower. Choice of shower tray is baffling me. I have a size agreed, and fitter has recomended an acrylic tray (ACRYLIC CAPPED FIBERGLASS AND RESIN TRAY) (acrylic capped with a 20mm x 20mm x 1.2mm square tube to ensure rigidity for lifetime use) What I can't get my head around…
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Screwdriver Bits
Hi All, I am buying some more electric screwdriver bits. Up until now I have just purchased bog standard ones from Toolstation which are good but tend to crumble after a while. I've been looking at gold / diamond tipped bits which are much more expensive. My question is so you get your money's worth with theese -In the…
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Air Leakage in brand new sash windows in brand new home
we have recently moved into a newly built house. The house is in a conservation area and is therefore fitted with (new) timber sash windows. We are under the impression that these new windows are subject to an excessive level of air leakage. However, the window installer argues that this is within the legally required…
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Bricking up a doorway
Hello, I am going to be bricking up a doorway in our house and wondered whats the best way to do it. It is a standard size doorway and will be using concrete block work. Should I do it over two days or am I able to do it in a single day without weakening the structure ? Thanks for all your comments.
