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by mech_man
Wed Feb 08, 2023 12:32 pm
Forum: Bathrooms, Drainage and Waste Plumbing Forum
Topic: Where to take water supply to electric shower above bath
Replies: 1
Views: 867

Where to take water supply to electric shower above bath

Hello, I am planning to install an electric shower in a flat above an existing bath and there is also a basin next to it. I am not sure what the best and quickest option to route the supply pipe to the shower so I would be grateful if anyone could guide me in the right direction, please. I've attach...
by mech_man
Mon Jul 04, 2022 10:09 am
Forum: Decking
Topic: Anchoring decking subframe on flat balcony with waterproofing layer
Replies: 2
Views: 1195

Re: Anchoring decking subframe on flat balcony with waterproofing layer

Hi mech_man, No need to secure the joists, lay them out and fix decking boards to them, start with one each end of the joists. Regards S Hello Stoneyboy, Thanks for your reply. I was thinking of using some constructive glue as well but someone else also suggested just fixing the boards to the subfr...
by mech_man
Thu Jun 30, 2022 12:45 pm
Forum: Decking
Topic: Anchoring decking subframe on flat balcony with waterproofing layer
Replies: 2
Views: 1195

Anchoring decking subframe on flat balcony with waterproofing layer

Hello, I am in the process of planning to install decking subframe in this balcony in a multi-storey block and would like some advise/tips on how to anchor the joist down to the floor, please. The flat floor of the balcony has a layer of waterproofing insulation on top and I am not sure what the bes...
by mech_man
Sun Apr 17, 2022 9:40 am
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: How to repair rotted wooden door frame to fit new doors
Replies: 1
Views: 1441

How to repair rotted wooden door frame to fit new doors

Hi, I am in the process of replacing some internal doors and need some tips/advice as to how I can repair the existing door frames. The existing door frames are quite old and hinge cut-outs are rotted (see attached photos) so I can't use bigger screws or anything like that to hang the doors. Just to...
by mech_man
Sun Jan 17, 2021 12:37 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Fitting full length end panel to kitchen units where there's a worktop overhang
Replies: 5
Views: 5883

Re: Fitting full length end panel to kitchen units where there's a worktop overhang

Hi mech_man Use decor panels on the end of the base and wall units to match the decor panel on the side of your larder unit. You have a problem in that the floor units are not square with the worktop. If you try to trim the worktop you will cut off a tapered strip which will make joining awkward. R...
by mech_man
Sat Jan 16, 2021 9:51 am
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Fitting full length end panel to kitchen units where there's a worktop overhang
Replies: 5
Views: 5883

Re: Fitting full length end panel to kitchen units where there's a worktop overhang

stoneyboy wrote:Hi mech_man
You’re probably better fitting a carcass side panel to both the floor and wall units to overcome this problem.
Regards S


Hi,

But I need to fit a full length side panel so that the finished unit would look something like this.
by mech_man
Thu Jan 14, 2021 7:42 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Fitting full length end panel to kitchen units where there's a worktop overhang
Replies: 5
Views: 5883

Fitting full length end panel to kitchen units where there's a worktop overhang

Hello, I am looking to fit a full length end-panel to my existing kitchen units in order to add a pantry/larder unit. The existing laminated worktop and the upstand overhang the base unit by around 10mm (see photos) which would prevent the end-panel to sit flush against the side of the base and wall...
by mech_man
Sun May 24, 2020 10:28 am
Forum: Concreting, Drives, Paths and Patios Forum
Topic: Laying paving slabs around Inspection Holes in garden
Replies: 3
Views: 2560

Re: Laying paving slabs around Inspection Holes in garden

stoneyboy wrote:Hi mech_man
You can either cut your slabs around them or replace them with block paving covers so you can lay your slabs in them.
Regards S


What should do about pouring the sub-base material around them? coz the plastic tubes would be exposed once the turn is removed.
by mech_man
Sat May 23, 2020 10:50 am
Forum: Concreting, Drives, Paths and Patios Forum
Topic: Laying paving slabs around Inspection Holes in garden
Replies: 3
Views: 2560

Laying paving slabs around Inspection Holes in garden

Hi there,

I am planning to extend my patio paving but there are 2 inspection holes (as shown in the photo) near the fence line so I am wondering how to lay the slabs around these?

I would appreciate it if anyone could suggest any solutions please
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