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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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    Dulux Trade Diamond Matt Vs Dulux Bathroom Paint

    Hello, I am planning on repainting some bathroom walls, but I’m unsure which paint is the best choice. Dulux Trade Diamond Matt or Dulux Bathroom Paint or something entirely different? Any advice on this or even for the choice of primers or sealants would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Lou

    Asked by Lou on 3rd Mar 2019
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    How difficult is it to change to a mixer tap?

    I have two sets of taps in my bathroom (sink & bathtub) and would like to replace both of them with new mixer taps – for easier use and due to the taps’ age and wearing. I would to prefer to install these myself if possible, as I’ve had some experience with tap installation in the past. Are there any major changes that I will need to take into account beyond the piping of the hot and cold water to the single tap? Anyone with any experiences of installing mixer taps would be appreciated.

    Asked by June on 10th Jun 2019
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    Can you paint over PVA?

    Does PVA need sanding off the walls before I can paint them?

    Asked by Adam on 13th Jun 2023
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    Cost of cleaning a flat at the end of tenancy?

    Hi all, I am a landlord to several flats and I am interested in hiring cleaning services for the flats when tenants have left the flat. How much does it typically cost for a single flat to be cleaned at the end of a tenancy? Could there be any discounts for multiple flats that need cleaning? If rates are reasonable, I would consider having a more regular cleaning service to keep flats in good order.

    Asked by carole on 26th Feb 2019
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    fixing a toilet that is leaking after being flushed

    There is water leaking out my toilet. It seems to be dripping out shortly after being flushed. How can I find out what exactly the issue is? And what can I do to fix it? Will I need to hire a plumber or is this the sort of work that can be done DIY?

    Asked by Akinfolayan on 13th Aug 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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    Using cooker socket for a different appliance

    I’ve just bought a portable induction hob from Ikea as a temporary replacement for my freestanding cooker, but am wondering if it is okay to plug this into the cooker socket with the red switch, or should I just plug it into a normal socket? Just want to check before I plug it in.

    Asked by Dee on 21st Feb 2022
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    How much to install internal solid wood doors

    Hi, I’m thinking of replacing cheap hollow doors the house came with, with solid oak doors. How much is it to have such doors installed? I’m in Cambridgeshire area.

    Asked by Hiro on 20th Aug 2024
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    What is the best way to paint a bathroom ceiling?

    Hi all A few months ago I had been redecorating my bathroom, which included repainting the ceiling. I had used Dulux’ bathroom specific paint – for better mould and moisture resistance. Since then, the paint has become flaky as small cracks are appearing – surely this is too soon for any noticeable wear? Is there any better suited paints for bathrooms ceilings? Or is there some way that the paint should be applied to be most effective?

    Asked by Karen on 31st Jul 2019
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