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by RobAlb
Mon Aug 24, 2020 7:39 pm
Forum: Building Regulations and Planning Permission Forum
Topic: Soundproofing on ceiling using Genie Clip system
Replies: 1
Views: 2802

Re: Soundproofing on ceiling using Genie Clip system

Do you live in a flat by any chance? It’s unusual to see ‘impact’ sound being taken into account? Looking at the system it appears you need drop the ceiling to install it. In terms of fire resistance floors are protected from the underside (ceiling). So the building work relates to fire safety and i...
by RobAlb
Mon Aug 24, 2020 6:59 pm
Forum: Building Regulations and Planning Permission Forum
Topic: Windows on Boundary Line
Replies: 2
Views: 6271

Re: Windows on Boundary Line

B, if your neighbour has built on the boundary line, the building control body need take into account the likelihood of you developing your land. Remember fire rated windows should be fixed shut which creates ventilation issues for the developer. Think about houses fronting on to a common foot path ...
by RobAlb
Mon Aug 24, 2020 1:46 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Cooker upgrade 16amp to 32amp for double oven
Replies: 1
Views: 2597

Cooker upgrade 16amp to 32amp for double oven

I would like to install a double oven in place of my single oven. Looking at the specification of the new oven it requires a 32amp fuse. The oven fuse on my consumer unit is rated 16amps. My house is 10 years old (countryside development). Whilst not conclusive, would a sparky have installed a cable...
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