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  • Lime plaster finish

    Is it possible to get a smooth finish with lime plaster? I want to authentically restore my cottage but I'm told modern plaster is better for painting over. Is this true?

    Asked by Tushar on 4th Sep 2022
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    Water-saving gadgets

    I'm having a water meter fitted, what gadgets are most effective at saving water?

    Asked by jonathan on 4th Oct 2022
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    Fiberglass garage doors

    Are fiberglass garage doors any good? Why/why not?

    Asked by Mo on 24th Oct 2022
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    Mortar or resin repair kit for concrete drive?

    I need to repair a crack on my concrete drive but there seems to be different repair kits I can use. What's the difference between a resin and mortar repair kit?

    Asked by Sharon on 10th Nov 2022
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    Do orangeries need foundations digging?

    Do orangeries always need foundations? Is it possible to build one without?

    Asked by Christian on 14th Jan 2023
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    Overflow leaks and is coming from hot water tank

    I have fitted a new ball valve and my cold water tank keeps filling from a pipe that comes from the hot water tank

    Asked by Malcolm on 27th Sep 2024
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    What are the pros and cons of a magnetic filter?

    Is a magnetic filter needed? What is it for and what are the pros and cons?

    Asked by Simon on 24th Nov 2021
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    Painting sanded wood

    Does gloss paint need primer on sanded new wood furniture?

    Asked by Jane on 21st Sep 2020
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    What's a floating floor installation?

    What does floating installation mean in flooring?

    Asked by Patrick on 12th Mar 2023
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    Updating a wired burglar alarm system

    Can an old wired burglar alarm be updated with better sensors?

    Asked by Christian on 13th Mar 2023
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