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Do my mr16 lights have a transformer?
I have halogen downlights in my kitchen, recessed into a false ceiling. I have bought LED replacements, but they are dim. I have since read they need a transformer? I don't know if I have transformers-the inside of the fitting is shown above. Appreciate anyones opinion (we didn't fit them, so I don't what exactly they…
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expansion vessel - repressurising
Boiler's on the blink, rising in pressure then leaking through prv and everything I've read points to the expansion vessel being knackered. Before I shell out hundreds to get a replacement I want to check it myself and see if it just needs repressurising. I know where it is, don't have to take off any bits to get to it but…
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Smoke damage from neighbours house - advice needed
6 weeks ago, our neighbors had a major fire that resulted in their house being un-inhabitable. Our house is the semi adjoining (built about 1930), and while it didn't fortunately catch fire, it did receive severe smoke damage throughout. Initially there was a sticky tar-like residue over everything. Wooden floors were…
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Light Fitting Blew - would like to repair/buy new internal
We have a light fitting like this (we didn't pay that much for it!!): http://www.castlegatelights.co.uk/lighting-type-c16/eglo-lighting-jerez-12-light-ceiling-pendant-in-polished-chrome-finish-p14473 The electrician of all people managed to blow it by connecting it up to a dimmer. I love this lamp and from my simplistic…
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loft insulation from British Gas
Hi all, I am researching why my house may be effected by condensation and mould and I think i'm going to start from the top with the loft! I know that the guy who lived here before us was a bit of a .. shall we say 'DIY disaster' and although i'm not sure, i guess he insulated the loft himself.. now, i'm considering having…
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Urgent help please - any plumbers online
Not sure if this is something I can sort out myself or if I need to get a plumber in. Water was very slow draining from bathroom sink. Tried soda crystals and water and also baking soda/vinegar and water. Didn't clear it so I very hesitantly took the u bend off to clean it. Never done this before so was very worried about…
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Central heating thermostat question
Dear all, the house we have moved to has an old 'dial' thermostat, we would rather an up to date digital one, can this be changed easily enough by a lay person? Also a rad that is at the end of the line, isn't warming. We have bleed them all, but all there any other checks we can do before calling someone out? Many T.I.A.
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painting a dark hallway
Good Morning, I hope you are all well. I have just had new heating installed. (woohoooo) and now need to go about doing all the re decorating etc. I have a small long hallway from my living room door. No decent amount of Natural light comes in through the small sun set style window ( i hope you know what i mean ) at top of…
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Wasp Nest
Hi In the last 10 days I have seen some wasps flying in and out of a hole in the brickwork of the back of the house. After checking what to do on here, I got some wasp nest powder and covered the area where they were coming in and out. That was last Saturday, since then I havent seen them go in and out but we have had a…
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Advice on fitting a Bath Filler Tap Assembly
Recently I purchased a 3 Hole Wall Mounted Chrome BathTap from Homebase their Tubos series. http://www.homebase.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=110&storeId=10151&partNumber=1607402 The pieces are threaded brass joints, in the past I have only experienced compression joints and would be grateful for…
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How much light do I need in a home office?
I have a room 3m x 2.1m (10ft x 7ft) with a ceiling height of 2.5m. How much light would be required for work at a VDU? And what sort of fitting (number of tubes) would be best? I understand that it is cat 2 lighting which I am after. The JCC J-Linea Glide uses T5 tubes and has an LOR of 72%. I reckon that I will get a…
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Polyurethane foam cavity wall insulation
I did a search to find the threads for this subject but I'm quite stunned that I can't even find any mention of it in any post! http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/search.php?searchid=134353837 So, has anybody considered it or actually had it, and is it eligible for subsidy?
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Any Suggestions\Price Guide for Garden Gate in Windy Area
Could anyone suggest a gate (not sure which material would be best for a windy setting - would ideally like something that will last & have minimum maintenance requirements ). A bonus would be something to deter nosey neighbour. Thank you
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Tumble dryer with controls at the bottom?
Does anyone make one? We are stacking a tumble dryer on a washing machine in our new kitchen but it ends up so high up, we won't be able to see the controls to operate it. Does anyone make one with the controls at the bottom? The only one I've been able to Google seems only to be available in Australia!
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Howden Soft Close Hinges
Hi, can anyone give me an indicative price of Howden's soft close hinges please? We have an appointment booked with the designer, and I understand the concept of giving the price to the installer who has the account, but I do feel that it would be better to at least make the list price available because it would help end…
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Changing shower tray to wet room style shower tray
Hi, I'm going to have my en suite re-tiled in the near future and was considering changing my shower tray. I currently have a fairly standard white shower tray which you need to step up into very slightly and also itself has a bit of a lip on it and a drop down about an inch and a half to its floor. However what I'd really…
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Just been phoned by Super Bright Energy - is this a scam?
I'm with the TPS so am always 'interested' when I get a sales call. This one was from Super Bright Energy in Worcester who say they can improve my loft insulation with a grant. They had my name, address and phone number and said they got all this from the electoral roll! They were very keen to send a surveyor round. Anyone…
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Induction v ceramic hob
Will soon be getting my kitchen done and need to replace the old electric hob. Shall I have an induction or ceramic hob? I'll need new saucepans with the induction, so will cost more but would it be worth it. Any opinions please.
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Anyone know where to get a cheap fridge with freezer compartment??
Hi, I'm looking to buy 11 under counter fridges with freezer compartments. Cheapest I've found is an offer in Curry's at £119.99. Anyone one anywhere selling them for around £100 a piece or any company that's likely to offer a discount for large purchase? Currys won't budge on price. Actually, that's a lie...they'll give…
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Central Heating Timer Dead
I have an old ACL Lifestyle LP722 programmer that suddenly died last night. The digital display is blank and the buttons are unresponsive. Firstly, is there any way in the short-term to over-ride the timer and turn the heating off and on manually? (I have a Baxi back-boiler.) Secondly, I found the following:…
