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  • fastening scotia

    I have glued scotia to skirting and floor on three sides of a room without doing research on floor movement. Am i ok to leave this as is and just nail the scotia to the last wall, Alternatively should I lift all the glued scotia I have put down and start again.

    Asked by Ian on 4th May 2023
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    extension of a small extension at the side of my home

    if i decide on a small extension at the side of my house ? how close can i build the extension on wall on my land and boundary.??

    Asked by Matteo on 2nd Dec 2024
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    Repair an enamelled bath

    Can an enamel bath be repaired?. My brother dropped a glass light fitting in the bath and we now have some enamel missing.

    Asked by Anne on 7th Jul 2025
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    How do you fit a dry verge system to an existing roof

    I’ve seen a few videos but not sure how straightforward it really is. Can you retrofit a dry verge or is it more of a full reroof job?

    Asked by Adam on 12th Sep 2025
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    Better option for garden rollers with pros/cons

    I am debating whether to buy the Oypla Galvanised Steel Lawn Roller or the Garden Roller by Platinum Home and Garden. I can see the benefits in both. Which one edges out as the better option? And why? Thanks!

    Asked by Patrick on 16th Oct 2020
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    How to fix a sagging roof

    Why does a roof sag with time? Is there something that can be done about it??

    Asked by Patrick on 25th Feb 2021
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    Tile slip rate information

    How do I find out what the slip rate is of a tile product? Do most products come with this information? What is a good slip rate in terms of safety, convenience, standard, etc.? What is an average slip rate and what would you see as a poor or unacceptable slip rate in your opinion? 

    Asked by Harry on 14th Jul 2021
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    Do hawk kites work?

    Do hawk kites work on seagulls? Any tips for making sure they do work?

    Asked by caroline on 10th Mar 2023
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    What size armoured cable to shed

    I was thinking of supplying electricity to light up the shed that will obviously require a switch , two double sockets to use a small electric convector heater or plug in an electric drill or saw and a radio. What size armoured cable will I need and all the other components to get this done. I am having a kitchen extension so that would be the perfect time as the cable can be fitted whilst accessibility will be easy.

    Asked by Mustafa on 19th Feb 2025
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    Eco plugs removal

    My mum took out the eco plugs that a tree surgeon used in our garden to kill off a tree stump, what are the dangers of this?

    Asked by Kirstie on 10th Apr 2025
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