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Best solution to tidy loads of wires under tv / stereo..
Howdy ! My mind is tied up in knots, just like the wires everywhere coming from under the TV and all over the floor. I hope that someone can suggest the best option to tidy up this mess I have posted similar topics about this situation , spent too much time procrastinating and now I'm stuck . My system : TV flush on wall /…
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Loft Insulation
Just moved into a house built in 1940. Unfortunately the loft insulation is in very poor state and so I'm looking to have it redone. I first contacted my local council (Wychavon) and they use a company called 'Act On Energy'. They quoted £199. I contacted another company 'EnergyCare Group' and they quoted £99. We do…
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Party Wall on Outside Toilet
Does anybody know where I stand with this? Does he need a party wall agreement?
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Kitchen Sink -Limescale
Hi all, I wondered if someone might be able to advise on this horrible limescale problem I've got on my kitchen sink. I've tried Cilit Bang to no avail so I think I need something stronger, but I've got no idea what! Anyone familiar with something that might get this out? Many thanks
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White goods!
Ok so I need to buy a washing machine and fridge freezer. I've budgeted £400 for the washer and £300 for the fridge freezer. What are the best brands/value for money in this price range? I've been looking at some low end Bosch/Samsung models around these prices - is there an online concensus as to which is best? Or should…
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Upgraded bathroom extractor, still misting up problems
Hi all, Newbuild (in 2014) house, main bathroom has no windows and mists up terribly when anyone has a shower, especially the large mirror. The original fan was a horrible looking surface mounted Nuaire Genie, which according to their specs produced a rather weedy max flow of 25L/s. So I've upgraded the fan to an inline…
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White metal tile trims?
Anyone used these? Getting my bathroom done soon. I said I didn't like the silver tile trims around the window that I keep seeing in photos. I would rather white. The guy said white pvc ones eventually discolour. So ive been having a look for alternatives online. You can get metal ones which are powder coated to make them…
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Best floor paint?
Can anyone recommend a particular floor paint? - or any water-based eggshell / satin paint that is super hard-wearing? We are having our front door repainted as well as our floors (kitchen / bathroom), and I had been considering just using Dulux Weathershield Quick-drying Satin for both. But then it occurred to me that…
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Bike shed in the front garden.
I had someone round today to get a quote for a concrete base for a shed. I want to put a shed 7'x7' in my front garden for bike storage. The back garden is small and also higher than the front of the house so up several steps making it inconvenient. The chap seemed to think this was a very bad idea as it would get broken…
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Dormer insulation
Hi, I am currently in the process of replacing the cladding on our dormer windows but have discovered that there is no insulation behind the plywood that the cladding is nailed to. I have googled but I'm a bit confused as to how I can add insulation from the outside without touching the internally decorated rooms. My plan…
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Window catches
I need to purchase new handles and casements for my wooden Windows ..... Any recommendations on where to get them from at the best price ? Thanks X
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Regulations about fencing height.
Traffic coming downhill into the village has a glorious view of my garden and I was thinking of having some rustic fencing fitted along the top of my old stone wall to give some privacy.. Not sure whether the 1 metre rule or 2 metre rule applies as the stretch borders a private farm lane - but the lane does join the road…
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Blown window seal composite door
Really as title says. I've moved into a house and there is condensation between the glass on the top of front door. But can't see any beading around the glass it looks like a sealed unit. Has anyone any ideas? Thanks in advance
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Can anyone recommend a security camera?
Hi all, can you recommend a outdoor camera? I am looking for one which has motion sensing, night vision, can view the camera through my phone and has some kind of recording feature. In regards to the latter, there are many that send a short clip when it senses movement and you can use that clip, living in an area with a…
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Refusing old pound coins?
Ref the deadline for old pound coins on October 15th Does anyone know if I have right to refuse to accept old pound coins in my change from shops at any particular date? I read shops can refuse to accept from October 15 onwards but, hypothetically, what if shops triy to give me old pound coins in change on 13th or 14th?…
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Taking apart a washing machine
My house came with a decent washing machine for free, I want to get it plumbed in downstairs in the cellar, but the door down to it is quite narrow. So I'm wondering if I could take it apart a bit and put it back together downstairs, I have no idea if this is something that is even possible?
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laminate floor beading protection
Hi there Where the beading at the edges of my laminate floor joins at the outward corners, it has swollen and peeled. Is there such a thing as corner protectors, or something to do the trick?
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Bathroom fittings
Looking to do up my bathroom . Budget wise I am looking towards mid range , don't fancy b&q too cheap or the likes of Burlington too dear . Any recommendations of suppliers of toilets , sinks , baths and electric showers that are fit for purpose without breaking the bank . Soak , Victoria Plum or Bathstore I am thinking of…
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Re-painting Kitchen Cupboards
Hi all I'm fed up of my dull kitchen, which isnt exactly huge, & I can't afford to buy new doors & units so I am going to re-paint my existing doors & units. They are a darkish wood colour & I think I would like to go a lighter colour but I am unsure what the best type of paint will be... can anyone help? Thanks
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Shed temprature
Guys , My shed tempreture gets as high as 40 degree as I have a smart sensor there Is that dangerous in a sense that fuel or wd40 can self ignite? I am worried as it is my car shed and has lots of carb cleaners, propane gas, map gas tourch and fuel electric generator I don't want to leave the garage door open either It is…
