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Washing Machine [Bosch classixx 6 1400 express] Wont spin & Screeching noise [and an F21 error]
Got a Bosch classixx 6 1400 express, was giving errors. When spinning was making a high pitched whirring/ screeching noise ! Then after some days it gave an F21 error. This was reset using the reset instructions. but then when rotating the drum with our hands (manually) was giving resistance. (not spinning smoothly, we had…
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Marks on my worktop...how do I get rid?
We moved into our house a year ago and black marks seem to be appearing on our worktop. There weren’t any when we moved in so I don’t understand what we are doing different to the previous owners that could be causing this? We’ve always had black worktops prior to this so never noticed any marks because they probably…
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Conservatory Roof Colour Rules
Having a new conservatory built with dwarf wall etc. All measurements comply with permitted regulations. Plan to have one of those light roofs with glass panel window rather that full glass or poly. Want grey roof however contractor has said probably can't because has to match existing house roof which is brown. I thought…
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E: 23/03 Win a 6 in 1 Solar Recycler
https://www.mammaprada.com/home/win-solar-recycler-wicked-uncle good luck x
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Best patio cleaning chemical
So have quite a large Bradstone paved patio that needs cleaning now after the winter months, I have a pressure washer but historically this has meant the pointing gets blasted out every time which I don't want to keep redoing every year - last time I tried cleaning with bleach and a yard brush without the pressure washer…
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Is it safe to change a pendant light bulb holder DIY?
One of the grooves in the lightbulb holder in my bedroom snapped off such that it can no longer hold the lightbulb in. Was going to get an electrician to swap it out at the same time as installing new plug sockets which I decided after getting a quote wasn't worth it, but then restrictions on non-essential work was imposed…
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Green Homes Grant - Shambles
Hi, Having applied for a grant for an air source heat pump before 8 o'clock in the morning on the first day applications opened last September, I still haven't received my voucher, nearly six months on. I've provided everything they have asked for straight away. Every time I ring up to get an update they just say it's in a…
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Help with drilled hole slightly off
Hi, So I was trying to drill some holes in my door to hang up some hooks. However see picture below: The hole on the right is slightly off, it needs to be like 2mm to the right. It's annoying as I had it all measured, but then when I drill, the drill moves slightly and is not centred. Anyways, my hole is now off and I need…
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Help with Layout Ideas for Kitchen Diner
Hi, We're planning to change our Kitchen layout. There's not enough storage space for our family of 3 and it's quite dated as well now. Connected to kitchen is our conservatory which we're not able to utilize throughout the year. It gets really hot in summer as it's in South West direction. We're thinking of combining…
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Ready Mixed Mortar
Anyone have any experience with the ready mixed mortar, for example https://www.diy.com/departments/blue-circle-quality-assured-ready-mixed-mortar-5kg-tub/214074_BQ.prd I've a smallish job on a garden wall to do but I don't want to buy whole bags of sand and cement as most of it ends up getting wasted.
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Dry Verge - Colour Fading
Had dry verge plastic tiles fitted back in 2013 to amongst other things remove the need to have the gable ends repointed every 3 or 4 years.They were well fitted and have withstood all the worst in terms of the elements, except that the original grey colour has now faded quite rapidly.The plastic itself has not…
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Cancelling Sky
Hi everyone. I’ve been with sky for several years but the constant price increase are finally too much so I’ve put in my cancellation (for the TV). Broadband will stay as its an ok price any I can’t see much in the way of savings by going elsewhere after a quick google. so, just need some advice on the TV please, how will…
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Blocking up hole in wall where gas fire was - and fitting new electric fire
Hello there I am hoping someone with some knowledge might be able to advise me. We have had the old gas fire removed and capped off and are hoping to fit an electric fire However not sure how to do this - how do we get rid of the small hole that has been left behind by the gas fire? The only thing I can think is to get a…
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What is on my wall?
Hoping someone can advise about this wall. It’s the corner of the front of our house; both walls are external and were plastered (skimmed) a couple of years ago. Noticed a crusty, salty substance appear on the surface about a year ago and my husband just sanded it down and painted over it. Came back and was quite spread…
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Swapping Lights
As we decorate I’ve been swapping switches, plugs, lights etc. I’ve come to our hallway which feeds the halfway itself, my daughters bedroom and the opposing bathroom, however I can’t make heads nor tails of the cabling. I’m installing Hager and have attached current to proposed, is there anyone that can help me work out…
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Swapping to a TRV valve ....in this scenario?
Evenin' All. :) Are there any kind plumber folk willing to answer a TRV question and explain something to me please? Quick version: Does it matter which radiator doesn't have a TRV? Can I choose a different rad to be the 'always on' one? Long version: Following on from my previous threads (here, but not really relevant to…
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Gazebo/garden outbuilding plans
Evening all I’m after some plans to build a wooded rectangular gazebo (3x4m or similar) and a shed. Does anyone have any experiences with online plans? is it worth buying some or are free ones any good? cheers
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Mould in Built-In Wardrobe
My partner and I are dealing with a mould problem in our built in wardrobe. We're renting and our landlord and us are not on the same page about the issue, although I suspect a misunderstanding or two has occurred. Basically the back wall of the wardrobe-which is really a partitioned part of the bedroom, its not a fitted…
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VAT on eco building stuff
Hello we are planning an extension and in addition install a garden office. We plan to make it as eco friendly as possible such as installing solar panels to supply electricity to the office and heat water. We are also planning for eco roof which will require roof strengthening to sustain the weight of soil, plants etc. My…
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Cavity Drainage System
Just after some educated guesses on costs for a cavity drainage system for my cellar. We're due some inheritance money in a couple of months, so starting to look round for options. Our cellar has 3 to 4 inches of groundwater in it. We've lived here for 25 years and it was always a bit damp in winter, but then 2 years ago,…
