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paint recommendations
Where can I get reasonably priced paint please? I'm going for a pale lilac colour but can't get over the cost of paint in the big diy stores. Thanks, Laura
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Can you "un-screed" a screeded floor?
Morning folks :) Here's the situation. I recently had my laminate flooring relaid for a third time in a section of the ground floor because the concrete wasn't level. Before it was relaid the builders rescreeded the floor twice and added approx. half an inch to the height of the floor. Now the floor is higher than the rest…
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Condenser Tumble dryer
Am thinking of purchasing a condensing dryer, have already got a vented one but am moving in with new partner and havnt got anywhere to vent it. Ive heard that the condensing ones take longer to dry clothes, are noisy and more expensive to run. Is this the case? Recommendations for which model to buy would be helpful too,…
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Cavity wall insulation causing damp/ mould problems?
Does anyone have any experience of this? In 2007 we bought and renovated a 1930's semi, which had no damp problems except a small patch inside a walk in cupboard on an outside wall. After applying new plaster to everywhere we have had no further issues with damp until we got free cavity wall insulation along with everyone…
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Double Glazing and new door
Hi, Can anybody recommend a double glazing firm in the birmingham/Erdington area. I need 5 Windows and a door replacing on a ground floor flat. Does anyone have any estimate for costs for a replacement door, upvc or like and fitting? I know windows are hard to estimate so I know i'll need to get somebody round to measure…
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Repair a small tear in a leather sofa?
My leather sofa has a small tear (bit jagged, not a straight line tear/rip) in the front of one of the cushions (they are fixed). I looked on ebay & the variety of leather repair kits is overwhelming! Any advice on the type of kit or brand of kit I should buy? Should I not attempt a DIY & get a professional in? I plan to…
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Cooker Problem - "out of warranty"
Hi, My mother in law bought a cooker from Curry's about two years ago. She seldom uses the grill (literally a couple of times since she bought it). Last week she tried to cook using it and found that it wouldn't turn on. At all. The knob's not working. Now, by my reckoning, a cooker should last more than two years, so I…
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Wiring Diagram for Cooker
I am looking for a detailed wiring diagram for an Electrolux double oven. Model EOD 983X. Can anyone help or point me in the right direction?
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Bristol Council rejects new boiler application. Alternatives?
Bristol City Council have rejected my Listed Buildings Consent for an urgently needed new heating and hot water boiler, because the gas pipe from the meter in the basement is not big enough to run a new condenser boiler (and they will not permit a new pipe to be fitted, without having to fork out for an architect to draw…
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Bulges in ceiling where wall meets ceiling
Hi all There are bulges in the ceiling in the bit between the wall and where the ceiling meet. The bulge has a tiny crack running through it, anyone have any ideas about what this is? There is no dampness. A new roof has been fitted recently. Thanks
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Do building company's restrictions still stand if they have gone bust
We bought a house from Magellan that is now 6 years old, we are wanting to change the garage into a playroom but it has restrictions on any changes to the front for 10 years, as the company has gone bust will the 10 years still stand?
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New kitchen - extractor or recirculation fan?
Hi - I am getting a new kitchen installed in a couple of weeks time but I'm unsure what to do about the cooker hood fan. We have been advised to go for a recirculation fan but there is an option to go for the extractor fan option. The only problem is that there will be a fairly large amount of ducting required. To get to…
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dehumidifying eggs / traps
looking for any feed back on the above type of dehumidifier for use in a cupboard / under the bed. I need about 6 number so want to avoid disposable types. this is an idea from amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/Twin-Pack-Reusable-Dehumidifier-Egg/dp/607454543X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1352916920&sr=8-1
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Home Purchase Completion
I have just completed on my first house purchase last friday, but I was not given all of the keys for the property. It has a front & back door which I have been given the keys but it also has a set of patio double doors where I have not been given the keys. Who is responsible for this? Is it my problem as I'm now the…
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Need help covering tongue and groove... would polystyrene paper work?
Our house, at one time, was a 1970's 3 bed semi. It has been extended over time (before we bought it) and has a 2 storey side extension with the garage on the ground floor and a bedroom upstairs. It also has a sun room on the back which is open plan to the old kitchen. Between the sunroom and the garage is a small area…
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tesco living room furniture any good?
Im intending to buy sidebooard tv unit coffee table from tesco homeplus. Its manhattan range. Price is reasonable. Reason i like is i need combo wiod effect and gloss finish. I didnt find this range in argos/ homebase....does anybody have experience of buying this kind of furniture?
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What kind of wood for raised beds
Hi, Im looking to construct some raised beds for privet or yew hedging. Can someone suggest some durable wood varieties for this project at different price levels? many thanks
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What colour water supposed to be when treated with Sentinel X100 inhibitor?
Hi, A month ago the gas safe engineer has power flushed my central heating sysytem and installed a new boiler. He also said that he put Sentinel X100 to protect the system. Recently I have checked the water and it was dark brown (rusty) colour. The Sentinel staff advised that the inhibitor itself is colourless to pale…
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Roof insulation
Gonna have a go at laying more insulation in the loft. Extra 200mm rolls but also considering those insulation boards that go on the roof where felt is. Anyone tried it or know if it is any good? Thanks in advance
