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  • How to stop Silver Fish

    Recently moved in to a new house. The property is approx 4 years old and we have found Silver Fish! How do I get rid of them ? We have done everything the we found on line and bought some powder and spray but we sill have them ? I know that they cant hurt you but they're freaking the wife out !

    Asked by Darren on 12th Sep 2022
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    Best sheet metal for worktops

    What's the best metal to use for a worktop other than stainless steel. I want something a bit different in my kitchen.

    Asked by Harry on 3rd Jan 2023
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    Removing old nails from wood

    What's the best method and tool for removing old nails from wooden floorboards?

    Asked by Lou on 15th Dec 2022
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    Painting a wall without leaving marks

    Will it be noticeable if I paint half a wall one day and the rest the next day? Or will there be a noticeable line?

    Asked by Elly on 11th Dec 2022
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    Multi-purpose lawn rakes

    Are different rakes necessary for the lawn or is there one that's suitable for all maintenance jobs?

    Asked by Monika Lydia on 17th Jan 2023
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    Thermal paint for stone walls

    Does coating stone walls in thermal paint actually work? Will it make my home drier and warmer or is this a gimmick?

    Asked by Cheryl on 17th Jan 2023
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    Paint over dry caulk

    I have caulked between the French doors and edges of the walls in my dining room, however when putting emulsion over it once it is fully dry, the paint almost disappears into a watery type texture. I presume this is due to moisture? I fi were to put primer/ undercoat over the top to act as a sealant, then reapply the emulsion once fully dry, would this do the trick?

    Asked by Ben on 6th Jun 2025
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    Wi-Fi-enabled security alarms

    Just how secure are Wi-Fi-enabled security alarms? I am considering having one fitted at my home but I am not sure how prone these sorts of alarms are to being hacked.

    Asked by Greg on 8th Sep 2020
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    Guidance on dying oak tree with TPO

    I've got an old oak tree that's dying. It has a preservation order on it. Will a tree surgeon be able to work with me to stabilise it for as long as possible and guide me on replacing it when the time comes? The tree is on open land, so it's no real danger to people. I just want to make sure I'm fulfilling my responsibility. Is there anything I need to do before it's worked on?

    Asked by Pete on 18th Apr 2023
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    How often should patio pointing be redone?

    I’m wondering how long professional patio pointing should last in normal weather conditions before it needs redoing. Had ours done just a few years back and it looks like it needs doing again? This normal? If so, I might just switch over to using decking

    Asked by Robert on 11th Nov 2025
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