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  • Can I use polystyrene tiles on a ceiling

    Is it legal to use polystyrene tiles on a ceiling? And if so, what safety steps or/and permissions should be taken into account? I want to avoid taking unnecessary risks. Thank you.

    Asked by Charles on 24th Jan 2022
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    Ceiling cracks updated post

    Thank you to everyone for your responses it's very much appreciated just for context the ceilings up stairs after solar went in the loft.... have said they will fill them with filler but won't guarantee that it won't shrink or crack again which Is no good I my opinion as I could be in the same position again in 6/12 months. Can these be repaired using filler or do they need repairing with full re-skim as I won't be papering them there going to be painted. I'm seeking advice as I have spoken to a couple of local plasterers who have said filler is a quick short term fix (bodge job that looks ok) but within a short period of time it will perish and crack again. They also said a proper fix would be rake out fill sand and tape then a full re-skim. Just looking for professional opinion Thanks in advance

    Asked by Wayne on 27th Jan 2026
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    rotavate a garden question

    I had a gardener come give me a quote to clear the weeds in an area of my garden where there is very little grass, he said he would strim it, rotavate it and then rake it to make it a bit more level. I thought good idea and I could probably even do that myself. However worried about the rotavator part as online it says it cuts up weeds and spreads them everywhere making it sound like it will be a nightmare in the future. should I really be concerned about the weed issue going forward.

    Asked by Shane on 3rd Oct 2023
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    How much for a bespoke single bed made

    Hi, I would like to have a bed made for my daughter. I have a specific design in mind but I can't find anything like it in the UK so, I thought I'd jump on here and ask you talented bunch! It would be a simple day bed style, standard UK single, straightforward solid rubberwood frame (or similar) with rattan cane webbing panels, subtle whitewash finish. Thanks :)

    Asked by Lyndsey on 8th May 2020
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    Chimney breast/fire place

    Can I knock a chimney breast/ fire place out myself? And what would I need?

    Asked by Brad on 16th Feb 2026
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    Internal water supply pipe depth

    Is there a minimum depth for internal water supply pipe

    Asked by Neil on 19th Feb 2025
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    How to hang lining paper

    Do you need to leave a gap between strips of lining paper when you hang it?

    Asked by minesh on 15th Nov 2022
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    Radiators not functioning

    Hello, I have two rads that are not working at their best in my dining room . We have bled them but for some reason they are not reaching heat completely ie always cold at the bottom on both. Thank you.

    Asked by Elizabeth on 5th Dec 2023
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    Flickering spotlight

    Why does one of our spotlights flicker when the switch is off?

    Asked by Steve on 3rd Sep 2024
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    How much does a skip cost

    How much would it cost to hire a ten-yard skip and how long would I be able to keep it for on average?

    Asked by MRS DAKIRI on 10th Jan 2022
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