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Which Emulsion Paint?
We need to paint all our upstairs (after certain DIY jobs have been finished) and were wondering which matt emulsion members recommend. I would like the best of the cheapest! I have searched the site and seen problems with B&Q paint and seen good reviews on Wickes paint. Thank you :)
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Avantage ZX6 House Alarm Stuck In Tamper Mode
I just tried to change the battery in my Advantage ZX6 alarm control panel for my home security system. I took the cover off. The alarm went in to tamper mode I entered the 4 digit engineers code The alarm remained in tamper mode I also entered the 4 digit user code The alarm remained in tamper mode After twenty minutes of…
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What paint for window frame in high condensation.
Hi, my sons bedroom suffers from condensation. At the moment a lot of the paint has lifted from the wooden window frame exposing the bare wood. We are getting to grips with the condensation by using a dehumidifier but, during the winter months, the frames still get damp. What internal paint would you recommend that will…
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Removing cement stains from brick face
I've heard that hydrochloric acid (which can be purchased on eBay or Amazon) can be used to remove cement stains from red brick face. Can it also be purchased in DIY stores (I couldn't see it on B&Q or HomeBase websites)? Can anyone confirm if this is a good product for this purpose, or would you recommend another product?…
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Curtain rail problem
I have a bay window, so when putting up my blinds I had to install above the window, so I could get the windows cleaned without disrupting the blinds (windows are tilt & turn). However I now have a problem with the curtain rail as the brackets do not pertrude out far enough to miss the blinds which are underneath the…
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Double glazing problem
Hello, We had some new windows installed about 9 months ago. We recently woke up to find a crack across the middle of one of the glass panes on the inside. We're confident it hasn't had an impact from the inside, so not quite sure what has caused it. Contacted the company that installed it, and they said they couldn't fix…
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Extending a ring mains
OK Next question for today. This one I don't think is quite so silly. It relates to the thickness of mains cable. (A very brief account) Recently had a house rewired, had an rcd unit thingy mabobby instead of my very old wire fuse box, and all the upstairs wiring replaced. The electrician use 1.5mm for the mains and 1mm…
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Garage door opener rip off
My current garage door motor, a Liftmaster, is coming to the end of its life after 16 years of sterling service without even a service. The current price for similar Liftmaster in Screwfix is £210, and Amazon sells cheaper brands from as low as £95. I have had two local firms come out and both quoted £650 for a "top of the…
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Where can I get these Shelf Clips?
Hi all, I want to get some of these (as shown in the images below). Our cupboards use them to hold the shelf but one of them is missing (possibly dropped down the back of a corner cupboard. Is there an easy way to get them? Are they a standard size? What is the official name for them? Thanks. AMO
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Pipes higher than feeder tank
OK so here's my silly question for today: Obviously, you can't run a hot water pipe to a tap which runs higher than the cold water tank. Since the water wont flow up hill. But the question is can you run a central heating pipe to a radiator higher than the central heating over flow tank? I think the answer is no. I think…
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Just completed on my first property! Best places for a new kitchen and furnishings?
Today is the day I go and collect the keys to my first property - a two bedroom flat. The property needs decorative work right the way through, including a new kitchen and bathroom. I've never had any involvement with getting a new kitchen fitted; how should I go about getting one? Do a lot of places stock the same sort of…
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Stainless steel or white cooker/hob - your opinions please
Hi, We are getting our kitchen updated soon and have been looking at ovens and hobs. We have seen some we like that are suitable but they come in a choice of white or stainless steel. Now, I like the look of stainless steel but, I've heard it's a pig to keep clean? I also like white and of course that seems as if it will…
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Cementing climbing frame down?
Hi all I'm going to be putting up a new, large, climbing frame this weekend for my boys. It has 4 anchors to keep secure to the ground but they do need to soil to be compacted back in to secure. One option is to concrete them in - which I'm not against. However, in 10years or so I imagine we won't want the frame anymore…
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Property issue with neighbouring council house
Hello all I'm not sure where to post this. Just looking for some advice please... We get on very well with pur neighbours - they are a lovely elderly couple. However, when it is windy, we can smell smoke coming from their house. (We are end terrace). It seems to come through cupboards in kitchen & bedroom, & with a baby on…
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Hammonds Kitchens
Was wondering if anyone can share their experiences with Hammonds Kitchens and wardrobes.
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Angle beads for mini dot & dab project?
I am putting some cut plasterboard around a small area and a protruding door frame in our utility room using the dot an dab method. Do I still the the angle beads for underneath the plasterboard application for the protruding door frame or will placing the plasterboard together with dot and dab work ok?
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Planning Application Objected To
We live in a 3 bed mid terrace property built in the mid 1960's. We have two double bedrooms and a tiny box room. Although the houses in our road all seem to be built around the same time, some are maisonette's, others are chalet type houses and then there's the standard houses we are in. Two of the "standard" houses have…
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Party Wall/Boundary question
Morning all, Our neighbour is having insulated render around his house. We thought originally is was just at the side and back but it's become apparent it's all over. Which is a shame as we are a row of 5 terraced houses dating back to 1911. I understand that you don't need planning permission to render so there's not a…
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Electric meter box latch broken
Hi, My electric meter box latch is broken but I appear not to have a standard latch. I've tried a couple and looked everywhere but I just can't find a replacement, I don't know what to do? Thanks Ninko
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Dripping tap - changing the washer
Does anyone have any ideas how to open these taps so that I can change the washer? Thanks
