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Do I have a fireplace under here?
I've got a lovely victorian flat built around 1860. It's in a conservation area and has period features including sash windows but also solid walls. Internal and external insulation are out - external because of the conservation area, internal because of the features. I would love to be able to get a pellet stove and I'm…
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Retailer Product Reviews
Tesco just refused my review of a kettle which pointed out some shortcomings because apparently it '[FONT="]did not meet all our website guidelines' - what guidelines would that be - only post reviews that help sell more products? Can anyone tell me what guidelines I didn't meet with this review? [/FONT]…
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New Radiators
Hi Members, I have knoecked a wall and made a big Living Room about 26 sq metres with 2 french windows. I want new radiators. However getting completely confused. Online calculator says I need atleast 2 radiators with BTU of 8000-8800 Just wondering where to put them really. There are 2 large french windows facing the…
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Yale KeyFree
Hi Members, I am thinking of getting front door replaced. New doors have the option of Yale KeeyFree locks, the one that uses a fob. Just wanted to know if anyone is using them and how is it working? Many thanks.
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Kitchen worktop
Hello Peeps, what can you tell me about Minerva worktops - I know they are acrylic, easy to install and appear to be a really good value alternative to things like granite - Pros & cons please. :j
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Do Wash Dryers really dry your clothes?
Hi guys, I am thinking of stepping up from a "clothing line" system to a washer/ dryer :j I have a great washing machine but find a pain to have to get all the clothes on the line every time. Weather is unreliable and in the winter the whole house gets messy with clothes on radiators. However, I would love to get some…
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Building an extension and loft conversion...where to start?
As the family is growing and after ruling out a house move (due to costs and not wnating to be stuck with a new mortgage) we decided to go for a double story extension and also a loft conversion to create much needed space. I have started calling some firms to give me a quote. Will it be a better idea to find an architect…
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Plumbing help
I'm thinking of fitting a Bath-Shower-Mixer-Tap Most specify minimum 1 bar pressure. All my water is mains fed with no water tanks. On my combi boiler the system pressure can easily be filled to 2+ bar so presumably the water supply is over 1 bar. Is this right?. Fitting. If needed, can I use bath connector to push fit…
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blocked gulley
The back of our house is on an unadopted road. The driveway slopes down from the unadopted road to the garage.On the road at the top of the driveway is a gulley for draining surface water away. This is never cleaned out by the council due to the road being unadopted (apparently they used to do it but due to council cut…
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What sort of tradesmen do we need??
Hi, I would be very grateful for any advice. Sadly, my dad recently passed away and I am just in the process of applying for probate (there is a will and I am executor). Dad has a bungalow which will need to be sold. We (my sisters and I) were aware that there are a few things which need repairing in the house, and we will…
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Opinions on different double glazed window companies please!
Hi, I’m looking for any opinions on these two double glazed windows. Anything at all on the stuff I don’t understand, what questions to ask, etc. Anything will help! I’m looking to replace my PVC windows; 6 tilt and turns. I’ve had two quotes from local companies. I’m still trying to find anyone who’s used either of them…
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Bellway Carpet or Small Independant?
Looking to buy a new build. 4 bedroom 1200sq feet aprox. Bellway quoting £3500 to carpet all. Obviously its convenient to say yes you do it but would there be a good saving getting an independent company to do it? Never been in this situation before and havnt a clue!...but seeing that they are charging £1000 for a…
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How to paint new softwood bookcase?
We have just had a fitted bookcase installed. It is softwood. We want to finish up with water based satinwood to match the other woodwork in the house. But my question is on what needs to come before the waterbased satinwood? What primer is best, how many coats etc? Thanks!
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Grouting Wall Tiles
Need advise on grouting Tumble small brick tiles.How would you recommend on grouting them. They have tiny holes in them.Do we put grout all over,How would you do it? Thanks .
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Can I legally mend the paving slab in my road?
My front path ends in a stone step about 4 inches above the pavement below it. The pavement slabs are some sort of composite, put in by the council in a rather shoddy repair job in the distant past. Their pavement contractors clearly started by laying whole slabs from the road side of the pavement towards the house. This…
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Magnetic on/off switch
Hi all, I've got some LED light strips which I got from Ikea. They have a sensor so when you open the cupboard the light comes on and then turn off when you shut the door. I thought this was wonderful! I've fitted them in my airing cupboard, I open the door and the come on - wonderful! Until I step in front of the cupboard…
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Secondhand conservatory and build costs
Been offered an Edwardian uPVC conservatory 2.9m x 3.2m. It needs taking down and moving to our house approx 500 yards away. I need footings digging/filled, a dwarf cavity wall and base, and then the conservatory needs re-erecting. Both sites have easy access and are flat. What can I expect to pay (Lincolnshire/Humberside…
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Carpet hoovering advice wanted
I have a Asda Genie hoover, it was perfect at my olf house as it had laminate, in this flat though I cannot tell if its good or not. I have a brown/orange like colour carpet that is new, things like small visible crumbs dont seem to be picked up but bigger crumbs are, if I used a small handbrush I can seem to brush up…
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Tiling of floorboards
We're going to be putting cork tiles over floorboards in our dining room - should we be putting down a layer of plywood first to smooth everything out? If so, how thick? And given that we're not going to see the floorboards again for some time, are there any sub-floor checks we should do before covering them up - radiator…
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Can't get to muck to side of cooker
Hi! I moved into my flat 7 months ago, and the last tenant left a lot to be desired in the cleaning department. Anyway, I've kept my little flat shiny and sparkly... apart from this damn bit to the side of the oven which I just can't get to! The unit is completely fitted and sealed up against the wall and worktop, so I…
