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Removing old metric radiator
Removing old metric radiator Removing old metric radiator I'd like to remove an grotty old metric radiator from my bungalow, decorate behind it and then get someone in to install a new one (I have a quote and happy to pay someone qualified to do it!), but I'm just a little nervous about...
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Is cement flashing to cover soakers correct?
Is cement flashing to cover soakers correct? Is cement flashing to cover soakers correct? My slate roof has just been redone, looks like quality work by competent roofer but I am worried about the abutment flashing where my roof meets the next house's wall. He installed lead soakers at the...
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Honeywell BDR91 to Hive Combi
Honeywell BDR91 to Hive Combi Honeywell BDR91 to Hive Combi Hi I am attempting to change my Honeywell BDR91 receiver to a hive thermostat. When I have opened up the Honeywell the wiring is as below, with one of the brown live wires attached to the reset switch below. I only have 1 L terminal...
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Is this wiring safe?
Is this wiring safe? Is this wiring safe? Hi My mum had someone install an extractor fan as part of an ECO scheme From a safety and legal perspective are there any things of concern from the attached photos, and if so can someone please explain why, as this will be used as part of an...
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New wifi router has knocked my hikvision cctv off - how do i update new wifi and password to make it wok again
New wifi router has knocked my hikvision cctv off - how do i update new wifi and password to make it wok again New wifi router has knocked my hikvision cctv off - how do i update new wifi and password to make it wok again Hi all, total novice here. I had hikvision cameras fitted few years ago...
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Avoiding spoiling a thread.
Avoiding spoiling a thread. Avoiding spoiling a thread. Without wanting to let comments spoil aother thread I wonder if you could provide a link the the document which indicates the demarcation between domestic and non domestic installations, the distinction between proper and improper and...
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I see Labour have changed their mind on China's genocide now they're in power.
I see Labour have changed their mind on China's genocide now they're in power. I see Labour have changed their mind on China's genocide now they're in power. I’m surprised it’s not been mentioned by the forum genocide watch chief. Maybe JohnD doesn’t care? UK: Labour will no longer accuse...
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100 mm soil pipe
100 mm soil pipe 100 mm soil pipe Hi there I've bought a new toilet. The waste outlet is approximately 2.3 cm lower than soil pipe. I am going to put either 5.5 mm or 9 mm plywood and 3 mm vinyl on the floor which will raise the floor but it's still slightly short. As you can see from the...
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Loft Insulation Best Method + Soundproofing
Loft Insulation Best Method + Soundproofing Loft Insulation Best Method + Soundproofing Hi, I am converting my attic currently and am also soundproofing it. I have a question regarding the proper method of insulation as I'm worried I may create a mositure problem trying to both insulate and...
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Open vented system, No HW or CH, BAXI 80HE boiler shows Ignition Lockout after tried to start a few times
Open vented system, No HW or CH, BAXI 80HE boiler shows Ignition Lockout after tried to start a few times Open vented system, No HW or CH, BAXI 80HE boiler shows Ignition Lockout after tried to start a few times Hi, I have an issue with my OV system and was wondering if anyone can help. When...
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Ideas for accessible corner wall?
Ideas for accessible corner wall? Ideas for accessible corner wall? Got a weird corner where a flue pipe hides in. Need it accessible for future access but not sure what I could do that would look nice? It’s only about 30cm wide but floor to ceiling tall. Any ideas would be great! by...
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Hearth reconstruction
Hearth reconstruction Hearth reconstruction Hi. I'm rebuilding my hearth and trying to install some sort of dpc/DPM. There is a bitumen dpc running in the main wall and I have managed to rake out a little of the joint above this to allow me to insert some dpc sheet. I've attached some pics...
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Central heating seems to be firing up for a short time, when not called for?
Central heating seems to be firing up for a short time, when not called for? Central heating seems to be firing up for a short time, when not called for? I will guess a micro switch in the motorised valve had stuck, but having a problem working out which motorised valve, it is C plan, but...
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Suspended floor insulation for UFH
Suspended floor insulation for UFH Suspended floor insulation for UFH Hi- newbie here! I'm looking to install wet UFH as part of a heat pump install. Floors are suspended timber, with 100mm joists. There's a c.200mm void underneath. I plan to PIR insulate from bottom of joist up, leaving a...
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Fixing a multi-piece ceiling rose
Fixing a multi-piece ceiling rose Fixing a multi-piece ceiling rose Context: I recently installed a multi-piece fibrous plaster ceiling rose (i.e. not a complete disk but several independent pieces/leaves radiating outward), around a light fitting. The ceiling is lath and plaster, c. 1910. In...
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Can you buy ready made insulated walls?
Can you buy ready made insulated walls? Can you buy ready made insulated walls? I want to turn a garden shed into a mini office. Just wondering if you can buy ready made pieces, like base, 4 walls and 2 pieces for the roof. I've seen videos about Elon Musks cheap home - built from ready...
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Ooops!
Ooops! Ooops! by Sureitsoff? This has been automatically posted in the DIYNot Forum on DIY Talk. The new DIY Forum
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Wireless PIR Motion Activated Socket Kit
Wireless PIR Motion Activated Socket Kit Wireless PIR Motion Activated Socket Kit Hey! Total newbie here - best I've done is changing some sockets and light switches. Previous owners installed a Marmitek wireless motion detector that sends a signal to a Marmitek adapter socket which sits...
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Pump continuously running - WB Greenstar 30CDI
Pump continuously running - WB Greenstar 30CDI Pump continuously running - WB Greenstar 30CDI Hi all WB Greenstar 30CDI Fitted in loft Unvented cylinder also in loft The pump on our boiler seems to be continuously running even with water and heat turned off (at programmer) - there's a...
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Gtech hedge trimmer battery
Gtech hedge trimmer battery Gtech hedge trimmer battery Hi. The battery on my gtech cordless hedge trimmer is playing up and I can't find any clues online as to what might be causing it. It's the 18v battery for the HT50/GT50 shown below Mine is showing four solid red lights when I try to...
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