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  • Painting Wall Panelling

    I'm putting up MDF square panel moulding in my living room and plan to paint the wall and panel moulding the same colour. Is it recommended to paint the panel moulding with a different finish to the walls? I.e. walls matte and MDF moulding eggshell/satin If so, would you paint the moulding before installation or once it's put on the wall? Wondering how precise you'd need to be with cutting in between the same colour in different sheens...

    Asked by Adam on 14th Oct 2024
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    Who can fix my TV aerial?

    Signal keeps cutting out. Not sure if I need a specialist or if any electrician can sort it?

    Asked by Beverley on 29th Aug 2025
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    Is vinegar any good for removing metal oxidisation?

    Is vinegar effective at removing oxidisation from aluminium?

    Asked by Adam on 8th Mar 2023
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    Moving tricky furniture items

    There are a few tricky items that could cause problems when we move, including the bed and wardrobes, as the stairs are a bit tight. Should we insist the removal company come and take a look beforehand?

    Asked by Sarath on 10th Apr 2023
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    Tenants walk way fencing.

    Hello The walk way that leads to the back of a few neighbours gardens, is it the council that is responsible for the walkway fencing ? Please help ...

    Asked by Tamar on 11th Jun 2024
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    What cooker can I get installed?

    Happy to send photos but we want a dual fuel cooker but unsure if we have the right installation? There is a plug socket, a gas pipe and a big white switch, any help?

    Asked by Victoria on 3rd Sep 2024
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    Low costing installation of polyester carpet in an area of 12 square metres

    My partner and I would like to have a low costing polyester carpet fitted to our living room. The room has an area of 12 square metres. How much might this cost to hire a professional to perform the installation? We’d like to know what the installation and labour costs might both be? What are the best places to buy polyester carpet on a budget?

    Asked by Nan on 17th Aug 2020
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    Broken door latch

    How to fix a door latch that isn’t aligned properly?

    Asked by Harry on 29th Apr 2021
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    Driveway that slopes down towards the house

    My driveway slopes down towards the house. There's very little drainage and I think it needs improving. What drainage systems and driveway surfaces would you recommend?

    Asked by Christian on 5th Feb 2023
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    How should I check my ponds water parameters?

    What should I use to check the water parameters of my pond and how often should I do this? How can I tell if there’s an issue and what should I do if I’m concerned that the parameters are not right?

    Asked by Harry on 4th May 2022
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