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shower 6mm or 10mm cable?
We are having a new shower and want to fit a 9kw. How can we tell if the cable is 6mm or 10mm? The old shower was fitted in 2010 so it should be 10mm but obviously we don't want to risk it if it is only a 6mm cable. The cable run is quite long - just under 20m and through uninsulated walls but under loft insulation (we are…
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Can this foot stool be used for seating?
Not sure if this is considered home improvements or where to ask but i'll try anyway. I am thinking of buying this foot stool. In the Q and A the the sales rep says these have a storage compartment and are not recommended for seating. However the details state there is a maximum weight of 110kg. Moreover this is £200 but…
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new neighbours planning side return extension
Hi All, I've just found out the new owners of the house next door (currently empty and has been for quite a while) are planning a side return extension. We are in a terrace and I'm concerned about how this will affect me. Any advice?
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8.8 grade steel bolts to wall mount a TV
Here is one for you clever lot.I have a TV that weight approx 9kg. I plan to use 4 x 8.8 graded steel bolts 40mm behind it to hold it to its mounting arms Do you guys feel this bolt will be up to the job? Thanks as always
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Name of these Terminal Blocks?
Does anyone know the name of these? And if they're available relatively cheaply (not from Amazon?) Thanks
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Saniflo making buzzing sound
Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum so bare with me. I've seen lots of posts about Saniflos on here, which is why I'm posting here. Yesterday, our Saniflo started making this low pitched humming sound, its not the same sound as when it is flushing though, and it happens every so often, and then stops for about 30 mins. The…
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Survey indicates possible asbestos in property
The surveyor for a property I'm looking to buy has speculated certain parts of the house may contain asbestos. They do not know 100% but they said it is very likely. This is based on the the surveyor knowing the local area very well and other houses in that area and what is generally normal for houses of this specific age…
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Double glazing problems all windows and both front and back door
Hi all ive had new windows and doors fitted now for 3 years. I’ve had lots of issues with the installation, and complained over 20 times, every time they come out they never do a proper inspection and try to do as little as possible. I need to work out how to post pictures so you can see the craftsmanship 😂 I have damp and…
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Safety System inlet hose for Washing Machine -How to remove?
I was wondering how to remove the safety inlet hose from the water supply as i have a small leak from the bottom of the hose. There is a little flap on a plastic ring between the two main parts at the top of the pipe; but not sure if you need to keep this down to release the pipe. Picture 2 shows the red indicator which…
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Conservatory Floor Recommendations
Just moved in to a house with a conservatory which currently have these ugly brown tiles installed. As we would be knocking down the conservatory in 5-6 years time for a single storey extension I am looking for a cheap flooring solution to put over the existing brown tiles until then to make this room more 'usable'. I was…
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Should I be worried about Mould?
First ever post on MSE so be kind :wink: I moved into a small ground-floor flat on March 10th just before it all hit the ceiling. My bedroom is practically right next to the front door and my beds next to the wall bordering outside, it was raining earlier and I noticed after it’d stopped there were a few water drops on the…
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Replace dimmer switch with standard switch
Hello I have been trying to replace a double dimmer switch with a double standard switch but not having any luck. Can someone kindly give me directions with the following options please. A blue A brown B blue B Brown C Brown C Black C Grey
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Vibration/foghorn noise from two pipes next to water tank
Hi everyone, This sound is disturbing, I wonder if anyone can help? There is a vibration leading to a loud humming/foghorn noise coming from one side of the water tank and two pipes next to it. It lasts for one to two minutes and then stops, at different times throughout the day and night. Mostly noticeable between…
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Soundproofing neighbours.
We have only recently moved and i dont know if the lockdown is making it worse but we bought a detatched as we hate noise from the neighbours. But everyday the kids are screaming and being loud in the garden next door, they arent doing anything wrong and the neighbours are lovely, but its really starting to grate as we…
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Neighbour started extension without a Party wall agreement
Morning everyone, I'll try to explain best I can here. Builder next door has started a single storey rear extension without any party wall agreement in place. The properties are terraced but in a staggered way where our kitchen wall is acting as the wall in their garden ie the Party Wall they are using. He did speak to us…
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Is Toolstation open? (to walk into, to buy screws) how do we collect?
Can we physically go into Toolstation to collect items purchased online? and even purchase them in the stores? The screws to be purchased are Single Thread Countersunk Pozi Screw 6.0 x 120mm https://www.toolstation.com/single-thread-countersunk-pozi-screw/p59377 for £6.74 but the covid guidelines say that: Keeping our…
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What is this pipe?
Good morning everyone, apologies if this is in the wrong section, I’m am trying to identify what a pipe is going into my front boundary wall so that I can contacts the relevant people, I want to know if it is dangerous as when the council are mowing the grass verge it gets knocked and the brickwork has started falling out…
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Which white paint do I need to match walls (new build)
Hi, I have moved into a new build home. I have painted a feature wall dark green. I now need to touch up the edges where I have gone over onto the original white walls......but which white paint do I likely need? I'd say the walls are matt. They are not a pure, brilliant white. Is there a type of white paint that builders…
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Which silicone? please help!
I hope someone can help. I am fitting a new upvc door with a upvc sill onto a concrete base. I know I need to use silicone to stick the sill and seal around the edges but I have no idea what type of silicone I should be using as there are countless different types and they all state that they do the same thing. What is the…
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Neighbour wants to build an extension, what are my rights?
Hi all. I hope everyone is keeping well and safe. My next door neighbour, who I have a very good relationship with, has told me over the weekend that they are planning on building an extension, starting in the next couple of weeks. The gentleman next door is a very good handyman and it seems that he is planning on doing…
