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STAINING PINE OAK
I have solid pine door frames architrave's [and skirting] I want to hang oak doors[ or get them hung..haha]...The door frame and architraves have knots in the pine[ some in skirting]..What's the easiest and most effective way of obliterating the knots please..to then apply stain..and will they come through at any time? ALSO what do you advise as regards materials to use please[ brand names please] Thank you for your experience.[ very much appreciated!].
Replace kitchen worktop and splashback
What is a ballpark figure for replacing kitchen worktops and splashbacks?
What is the best way to paint my living room skirting board?
How do I paint the skirting board in my living room effectively, efficiently and in a way that doesn’t make a mess, say on the floor? I’ve a carpet floor so I’m worried about paint dripping on to it and want to make sure I avoid this!
Doll's house repair
I left a very nice doll's house outside, it caught rain and cold. My daughter would love it repaired, it's a wood one, is it worth repairing? can it be brought back to it's former glory?
What are timber knots?
What are timber knots, how is it treated and could I treat it DIY? Thanks!
Sash window repair
Can a joiner repair my period sash windows? Or do I need a window restorer?
Hollow core vs solid core wood doors
What exactly distinguishes a hollow core from a solid core wooden door? I understand that the former would be, well, more hollow, but at what point would a solid door become 'hollow' in terms of wood matter or density?
Do skirting boards need to fit flush to concrete floor?
I’m installing new skirting boards tomorrow and just wondering if I should leave a gap below or sit then flush to concrete floor. We are having carpet down after.
Fire-rated doors and windows
Where can I purchase the top fire-rated doors and windows?
Replacing floorboards with boards
Is it OK to replace floorboards with chipboard? I think they'll be easier to lay but is there any reason I shouldn't do this?
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