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  • Wood composite garage doors storm damage

    If a wood composite garage door suffers storm damage, is it easy and safe to fix DIY or should I hire a professional?

    Asked by Joyce on 18th Oct 2022
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    What does an emergency joiner charge?

    Our back door frame's split and the door won't shut properly, so we can't secure the house tonight. What's a fair call-out fee for a joiner at short notice?

    Asked by Charles on 15th Jul 2026
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    How much would an aquarium bed frame cost?

    My son has been going on about those bed frames with the fish tank built into the headboard ever since he saw one online. Our bedroom is a decent size so space isn't the issue, it's more whether this is a bespoke joinery job or something you buy off the shelf. What would a carpenter charge to build one, with or without the tank itself?

    Asked by jonathan on 29th Jul 2026
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    Harmful wood VOCs

    How dangerous are VOCs in wood? What can you do to reduce their possible harm? What should I do do you think? 

    Asked by duncan on 9th Mar 2021
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    Cost of replacing a staircase balustrade

    Ours is the original 1970s job with those chunky spindles, we want oak and glass instead. Does the whole lot need ripping out or can they work with the existing newel posts? Rough idea on price would help

    Asked by Tushar on 29th Aug 2026
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    How to make best use of space in spare room?

    Hi, the room is a mix between a storage room for boxes/suitcases etc but its also the guest room. Can you give me some good ideas to help keep the room orderly and clutter free for future guests?

    Asked by kashif on 10th Apr 2020
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    Removing Wooden saddles

    Hi is it easy to remove 4 wooden saddles on door entrances to each room in the bungalow as I want to get a quality laminate floor with underfelt in hallway

    Asked by Timothy on 13th Jan 2025
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    How to hang a heavy panel artwork

    I have an 800 × 1120 mm, 9 mm birch plywood artwork panel that needs hanging on a wall. What is the best way to do so? The panel is painted and needs to sit close to the wall. I'm weary of screwing anything into the panel as don't want to ruin the artwork. Any solution? Many thanks in advance.

    Asked by Stephen on 31st Aug 2026
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    Sturdy stud wall inspection

    How exactly do you inspect or check on the sturdiness of a stud wall as time goes on? Since it’ll be covered in plaster etc.?

    Asked by Carherine on 26th Feb 2021
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    Longevity of coving?

    How long does coving usually last before it needs to be replaced? Would it depend on the type?

    Asked by jonathan on 30th May 2022
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