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  • What paint should be used on a Front Door?

    Hi all, I have a wooden door which is due to be installed in my porch soon. Does anyone have any advice for what type of paint I should be using on the outside to protect it from the weather over the long term. Is it something that would need treating or repainting annually, etc?

    Asked by Luke on 4th Mar 2019
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    How do I refit slates to my roof?

    I have had some slate tiles fall from my roof recently due to weather and general ageing. Some of the tiles are barely damaged so would be reusable and I will find some replacement for any others. What would I need to set the slates back on the roof most effectively? Would it usually be by using cement or some other adhesives to keep them in place correctly? I would like to resolve this myself if possible.

    Asked by Nan on 10th Jun 2019
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    What should I attach a washing line to?

    I’ve nailed one side to the house brick wall. Will the other side be ok nailed to a fence? I will use it to dry large towels and bedding out there so I need to make sure it can withstand the weight.

    Asked by Adam on 10th Apr 2020
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    Do you need to use trunking when installing a new UK plug socket and plaster?

    I have added a new double socket above an original one, and now it's time to plaster in the gap (which was used to get cables in), but do I need to trunk the wires before plaster them? I get mixed answers on this topic. And if so, what sort of trunking should use. Thank you!

    Asked by Dave on 23rd May 2019
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    Recommended paint for exterior masonry walls

    What paint is best for exterior walls near the seaside , I’ve been recommended both oil and waterbased , but no real explanation

    Asked by Chris on 7th May 2019
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    How do I remove skirting boards around pipework/radiators?

    Hi all, We have moved into a new property and are in the process of renovation currently – which includes removing the old skirting boards to replace with newer style skirting boards instead. Our main concern with removing the skirting boards is the radiator pipes that intersect with them and some micro pipes running along the boards. How can we remove the skirting boards safely without causing any damage to the piping work? Any suggestions would be great to hear about!

    Asked by carole on 23rd Sep 2019
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    Second hand conservatory installation

    Hi there, I have seen a second hand conservatory which looks to be in good condition. I'm wondering how much someone would charge to install it? My garden is paved and it would need a base to be built. Its around 3.5 metre by 2 metre and is a lean to conservatory. Are there any drawbacks to getting a used conservatory rather than a new one?

    Asked by Lou on 31st Mar 2020
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    Can I install a wall light myself?

    Hi everyone, I hope you can help. We’ve just moved into a new house and the conservatory doesn’t have any light fixtures. It does have a light switch already installed so there is definitely wiring in there. We want to install a wall light. Is this something I can do myself with no experience or do I need to hire an electrician?

    Asked by Patrick on 3rd Apr 2020
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    Estimated Tiling Timescale

    How long will the whole process take for the following tile job: Tile 182.88cm x 243.84cm (6ft x 8ft) floor with 45x45cm Porcelain Tiles. Total floor area = 4.45934592 m2 (5sqm) Please can you give an estimate on all the steps and their duration, e.g. layout, grouting, drying etc.

    Asked by Amy on 5th May 2020
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    How much is Bathroom cladding?

    Hi I would like to do bathroom cladding (wall panels). How much would it be to do a cladding for a 2m x 2m bathroom. And can you place wall panels over existing tiles ?

    Asked by Ramya on 14th May 2020
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