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by stoneyboy
Tue May 07, 2024 11:03 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Repairing cast iron guttering parts
Replies: 1
Views: 19

Re: Repairing cast iron guttering parts

Hi nubidiyer,
You have cast iron hoppers feeding into plastic downpipe. Scrape the loose paint off the hoppers, wire brush them then apply a couple of coats of Hammerite. Alternatively replace the hoppers with plastic ones - especially the one with three waste pipes feeding into it.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Tue May 07, 2024 10:57 pm
Forum: Central Heating and Air conditioning and Ventilation Forum
Topic: Worcester heatslave 18/25 combi boiler too hot
Replies: 1
Views: 25

Re: Worcester heatslave 18/25 combi boiler too hot

Hi dandies,
Failure of the thermostat is the most likely problem. If you didn’t last time can only suggest that you use an approved Worcester Bosch engineer to identify the problem and fix it this time round.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Mon May 06, 2024 10:24 pm
Forum: Central Heating and Air conditioning and Ventilation Forum
Topic: AIR IN RADIATORS
Replies: 1
Views: 7

Re: AIR IN RADIATORS

Hi epax,
I suspect he is proposing extending the vent pipe into the water level - yes this may create further problems with the system continuously pumping hot water through the cold feed tank. You could try his proposal but check the tank regularly - they are not designed for hot water.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Mon May 06, 2024 10:15 pm
Forum: Fixing to Walls Issues and Problems Forum
Topic: How to Fix Plastic Track to Brick Wall for Heavy Curtains
Replies: 1
Views: 14

Re: How to Fix Plastic Track to Brick Wall for Heavy Curtains

Hi autistic trying, Yes you will need wall plugs and a masonry drill probably both 6mm. Drill into the wall, the first bit will be easy so this will be the depth of the plaster, you will then need to drill a further 25-30mm into the bricks. When you remove the drill you will then be able to size the...
by stoneyboy
Mon May 06, 2024 10:05 pm
Forum: Bathrooms, Drainage and Waste Plumbing Forum
Topic: Washer/dryer in bathroom
Replies: 1
Views: 17

Re: Washer/dryer in bathroom

Hi apprentice, If the manufacturer of the washer/dryer states it is suitable for installation in a bathroom and once fitted it will be beyond zone 2 ie more than 600mm away from a shower, bath or basin you should be ok. If there is no manufacturers bathroom ok the machine will then have to be more t...
by stoneyboy
Sun May 05, 2024 10:26 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Double skinned door repainting.
Replies: 1
Views: 17

Re: Double skinned door repainting.

Hi funkydad, If the door was painted by the Barret tradesmen then you should be able to repaint it with one of the metal paints but do use a fine wire wool on the door so as to give a key. Since it is a metal door it’s more likely to be a factory applied finish and in this case you may have to use c...
by stoneyboy
Sun May 05, 2024 10:15 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Repair advice needed for mould build up on timber beading window frame
Replies: 1
Views: 16

Re: Repair advice needed for mould build up on timber beading window frame

Hi casualdiy, Yes it would be best to leave any repairs until the summer, sand the surface then apply wet rot wood hardener. Once this has set you can then repaint. Once the paint has dried/cured I would suggest you apply a small bead of silicone mastic to the wood-glass join so that if you get cond...
by stoneyboy
Sat May 04, 2024 10:44 pm
Forum: Tiles and Tiling Forum
Topic: Ceramic tiling on a woodblock floor
Replies: 1
Views: 13

Re: Ceramic tiling on a woodblock floor

Hi vaultsman,
It would be best to use a decoupling membrane but it is essential to check whether there is an effective DPM below the wood block floor. If there are any defects damp will build up below the membrane and the wood blocks will swell.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Sat Apr 20, 2024 9:56 pm
Forum: Concreting, Drives, Paths and Patios Forum
Topic: Concrete shed base - ok to leave tree stump?
Replies: 1
Views: 14

Re: Concrete shed base - ok to leave tree stump?

Hi jnix,
You would do better digging it out but you could encase it in concrete but expect cracks in the stump area.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Sat Apr 20, 2024 9:51 pm
Forum: Bathrooms, Drainage and Waste Plumbing Forum
Topic: Strange loud noise when toilet flushes
Replies: 1
Views: 10

Re: Strange loud noise when toilet flushes

Hi ingridguerci94,
The most likely culprit is the fill valve, to confirm try depressing the ball valve arm slightly.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Thu Apr 18, 2024 10:57 pm
Forum: Roofing Repair and Construction Forum
Topic: Roofing Repairs for Leaking Roof - Which Quote?
Replies: 1
Views: 17

Re: Roofing Repairs for Leaking Roof - Which Quote?

Hi girlie26, If the chimney is not used and you have no plans to reinstate it, it’s best to remove it. I would be very wary of a contractor who is prepared to carry out chimney works from a ladder. For these reasons I would suggest contractor A but whichever one you choose check they have public lia...
by stoneyboy
Sun Apr 14, 2024 10:25 pm
Forum: Conversion, Refurbishment and Renovation Forum
Topic: Am I able to cover up a cracked internal window sill?
Replies: 2
Views: 16

Re: Am I able to cover up a cracked internal window sill?

Hi jonlondone17,
You could buy a length of upvc capping board and fit this on top of the existing cill. You will have to do some careful cutting and the front edge will have a corner rather than a rounded edge. Use silicone mastic to hide the join and to stick the cover board down.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Sat Apr 13, 2024 10:46 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Can I strap 40mm waste direct to wall?
Replies: 5
Views: 32

Re: Can I strap 40mm waste direct to wall?

Hi mattdownsouth,
Sorry I should have called them zip cable ties - if you can find them use ones that are about 7mm wide.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Fri Apr 12, 2024 10:50 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Can I strap 40mm waste direct to wall?
Replies: 5
Views: 32

Re: Can I strap 40mm waste direct to wall?

Hi mattdownsouth,
Fix tight to the wall using large zip clips - screw the clip onto the wall and zip!
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Fri Apr 12, 2024 10:47 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Stuck 55mm nut in Mira shower
Replies: 2
Views: 27

Re: Stuck 55mm nut in Mira shower

Hi stronach, From experience your chances of getting the cartridge undone are slim - it’s probably naturally welded with limescale in the housing. If you have a centre punch you could try driving it round using the punch at an oblique angle - use the punch on flats on the opposite sides. The danger ...
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