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  • Pre-coloured or painted uPVC windows

    Is there any advantage to getting coloured uPVC windows rather than just painting them?

    Asked by Catherine on 7th Oct 2022
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    Keeping space clear outside house for removals

    We don't have a car to keep the space clear outside our house for the removal company. Is it OK to rope a space off or do we need to ask permission from the council or something?

    Asked by lauren on 4th Feb 2023
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    Washing Machine problem

    Hi, We just installed a washing machine, a relative did it who has done several during their lifespan and has never encountered any issues. However we have just moved into a new property and installed one, but we cannot get any water flow to it. Water around the house works fine, including the hot water. Any ideas??

    Asked by David on 28th Mar 2023
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    Install UPVC Window cills

    I recently got external rendering done and as a result the windows cills have been reduced and needs extending. I was thinking of putting a 9mm fascia capping board with various widths to create overhang of 40-50mm & fix it with silicone sealant. Metal sills are very expensive hence this option. I wanted to know which tradesmen can do this type of installation - carpenter / window person or general competent builder ? Also where I can look for such person please - I posted a job with photos but no response.

    Asked by Manoj on 18th Aug 2025
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    How to remove black spots from patio

    I have got persistent black spots all over our patio slabs. I've tried brushing and pressure washing but they keep coming back? What are they and how do you actually get rid of them

    Asked by Abdul on 30th Jun 2026
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    Euroclass rating

    Could you explain to me what a Euroclass rating is based on ‘reaction to fire’? Will this system/rating still apply in the UK after Brexit?

    Asked by Harry on 10th Dec 2020
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    Why are VOCs in paint bad?

    Why are VOCs in paint so bad? Are they harmful to people? If so, why are they allowed in interior paints?

    Asked by Elly on 17th Mar 2023
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    Is it possible to merge stones?

    Hi there, I have a slightly odd request. Could I hire a stoneworker to have two stones melted and merged into one? One is owned by myself and the other by my husband and we would like to merge them ahead of our wedding and then keep it on the mantelpiece. Thank you very much.

    Asked by Jackie on 8th Dec 2021
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    Tile Adhesive for 600x300

    Looking to tile a bathroom feature wall with 600x300 porcelain tiles. Any recommendations for best/ most commonly used tile adhesive and advice to go for ready mix or self mix would be much appreciated. Thanks

    Asked by Nathan on 14th May 2025
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    UPVC stiff/sticking key

    Recently the lock on my UPVC front door has started playing up. Turning the key on the outside is hard as it is very stiff, but inside it is normally easy. However a couple of times the door has been impossible to unlock from the inside. Rather than being stiff, they key just won't turn at all, like you would get if it was the wrong one. However I was able to unlock it from outside, albeit still very stiff, and it then works fine from the inside. The handle seems to work OK. Is this just a lock barrel or could it be something else?

    Asked by Peter on 18th Nov 2021
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