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Replacing a standard electric light bulb holder
Hi folks, Just wondering as I had to replace a electric light bulb holder tonight (and then put on the glass reasonable heavy shade) that the only thing really holding the weight of the shade is the brown and neutral wires and if they were to break then the shade would simply fall down. its a plastic bulb holder and has a…
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Mould removal on fabric seats
wow my first thread, My car has fabric seats, it hasn't been driven since Oct, it has a water leak, hence i now have mould on the seats, what's the best stuff for getting this off & cleaning them, none of the fabric cleaners I have seen say anything about mould removal & I obv don't want to damage the fabric. The first one…
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Carpet Cleaning company.
Hi all, Were after a carpet cleaning company so we can clean our carpets thoroughly before putting out house up to let, can anyone recommend a service? We have heard good things from Chem Dry buy want to ask for advice before making a final decision. Thanks Rob
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Kitchen sink
Hi I have 88 cm between the wall and a gas hob... anyone know what the minimum clearance I'd need to get a sink with a drainer in there? Currently have single 45 cm circular sink, no drainer, but the tap is knackered. Would this fit? Any pointers?
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Repointing and rendering costs.
Hi, We are looking to get the following works carried out to our largish end terrace and have so far only had one quote tendered for £2200.00 Repointing front, back and top half of end gable. Painting of entire end gable. Font windows headers and footers stripped / sanded and repainted. Rear upstairs bathroom wall…
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Tiles for hearth
Anyone recommend a good company for hearth tiles. Would like ones with round edges for the outside and corners of hearth. Thanks
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Help with curtain poles
Hi, I was wondering if anyone could help? I've recently bought a house and have now realised how poor I am at DIY... It's a new build property and I had to put up curtain rails. I selected metal self drill rawl plugs from b&q however when they were drilled in they would get so far in to the wall and stop and spin in place.…
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All electric heating - keeping home warm
We live in a flat with no gas pipes, therefore, all electric heating. We currently have these wall mounted http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Images/Products/size_3/HE2TCHT.JPG Trying to keep the property warm has been a nightmare especially throughout this long winter. Building is of brick structure, comprising 2 rooms 15 x 15 1…
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Outdoor tap connection
Hi guys We have an outdoor tap, but never worked since we moved here. Decided to have a look. When you turn the tap on outside only a trickle comes out. So went to where it connects to the downstairs toilet tap, unscrewed the hose connection and turned on tap there, and still a trickle, so must be the connection with the…
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Employing a cleaner - what do I need to know?
I've decided to get a cleaner. I met with two cleaners. One runs a cleaning agency and sends cleaners out. It's quite a new company and the owner still cleans too. Insurance and references are good. The second is a self-employed cleaner. She runs a very small family business with some relatives helping out. Insurance and…
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Quality question.
I am looking at where to buy floor & wall tiles from. Prices vary - I have been to Top.. Tiles, Ti.. Giant, B&. Home.... and Wic... Does the quality vary much between the different places please? Am I best to get the thickest tiles I can afford or does it matter if I get a 7mm, 8mm or 10mm?
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Need ideas for cheering-up patio slabs (PICS)
Bought a place with this paved patio - south facing. Very, very tired looking...and I need to retain some access for rodding the drains. Options - 1) Jet wash and live with it... 2) Frame out and install decking, but am concerned about rats living underneath and getting v. slippy when wet 3) Cover with weed membrane,…
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altering a shed - possible?
We are trying to maximise storage space and would like a shed that starts off at 3ft depth and narrows to about 2.5 depth. Would it be possible to buy a 3 ft one and cut it down, or would it not work and why? Our diy skills are fairly basic!
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Old Concrete Garage removal help and costs
Hello All I am planning to replace my old and run down concrete garage in "summer". I am thinking of whats the best way to remove the existing old garage - i enquired around and the quotes i get is around £1000. Question was cant i do it myself if i hire a skip and remove each concrete panel using a bolt cutter? Has anyone…
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Sourcing offset quadrant shower tray plinth.
I'm looking to source a 1200 x 900 curved plinth, any ideas where to pick one up from? Along the lines of http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/White-900mm-Quadrant-Shower-Tray-Plinth-/300846578200#ht_800wt_1171
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Angle grinder for paving
I need an angle grinder for cutting paving. The slabs are 60x60cm with depth of 5cm. I need a cheapish but good quality angle grinder. I have looked at Bosch pws 600 and Dewalt with 11.5cm discs. Would these be okay for cutting this depth of slab?
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challenge extreme power hose lead help
Hi all, I have a extreme power washer and the lead has split open and water flies out. I need a new lead, does anyone know where I can buy one from at a shop? or is there one that will fit this model type. I would appriciate your help, thank you in advance. :)
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different coloured stain on either side of an engineered white oak door
Advice sought. Will be changing all doors in house. Plan is to have engineered white oak doors throughout with OSMO oil to match staircase. One particular bedroom as a contemporary design with a grey/anthracite/white theme. WOuld it be possible to have OSMO natural oak look on the outside matching all the other doors in…
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How To Clean Indian Sandstone
We had our patio done with Indian Sandstone Paving Slabs last year, and very nice it looked too Now though it as not weathered as good as normal pavers as we had the others down for years before we had to do any big cleaning job on them The indian sandstone is looking a bit green and I am a bit nervous to pressure wash…
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Tarting up kitchen questions
Our kitchen needs completely ripping out and redoing - the floor is wonky, the ceiling is wonky and the units are naff 1970s and knackered. However there's a lot more house to finish. So in the meantime, I want OH to just tart it up a bit. I bought Dulux Trade BS eggshell in black and brilliant white from Brewers to paint…