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by u2fan
Tue Apr 06, 2010 1:18 pm
Forum: Gas and Gas Fitting Forum
Topic: Boiler replacement, need to replace all pipework?
Replies: 7
Views: 9742

Thanks again for the advice. I may not have been too precise on the details of our current system so here's some more info. It is a Potterton Fireside 51 back boiler positioned on the ground floor behind the gas fire in the fireplace. We do have a hot water cylinder (with it's own thermostat strappe...
by u2fan
Sun Apr 04, 2010 12:16 pm
Forum: Gas and Gas Fitting Forum
Topic: Boiler replacement, need to replace all pipework?
Replies: 7
Views: 9742

Thanks for the advice. The system is working at present but the boiler is extremely noisy and is nowhere near as efficient as modern boilers. Recently the pilot went out and would not stay alight. New thermocouple needed though only replaced about 3 years ago. Engineer advised boiler needs replacing...
by u2fan
Mon Mar 29, 2010 8:54 am
Forum: Gas and Gas Fitting Forum
Topic: Boiler replacement, need to replace all pipework?
Replies: 7
Views: 9742

Thank you for the advice - very helpful and you've explained it well.
by u2fan
Tue Mar 16, 2010 12:44 pm
Forum: Gas and Gas Fitting Forum
Topic: Boiler replacement, need to replace all pipework?
Replies: 7
Views: 9742

Boiler replacement, need to replace all pipework?

We have gas central heating and gravity fed hot water run by an old back boiler in the fireplace that needs replacing. We understand that condensing boilers are no longer made to fit behind fireplaces so we have no option but to re-position the new one on an outside wall (in the same room). All exis...
by u2fan
Tue Jun 30, 2009 7:49 am
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Best timber preservative for workshop, sawn & planed tim
Replies: 2
Views: 7969

Thanks a lot for your reply. Sounds like a very good idea.
by u2fan
Wed May 27, 2009 12:28 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Best timber preservative for workshop, sawn & planed tim
Replies: 2
Views: 7969

Best timber preservative for workshop, sawn & planed tim

Hi We are building from scratch a quality shed/workshop to be clad in sawn pressure treated softwood but some parts will be planed eg, the door and window beading. We would like to use the best quality timber preservative (dark colour)against water and insect infestation. There will be no plants gro...
by u2fan
Mon Jan 19, 2009 12:35 pm
Forum: Plastering and Dry Lining Forum
Topic: Can I buy lathe?
Replies: 6
Views: 3392

Hi Thanks for all your advice. No luck at builders merchants but English Heritage provided info that enabled us to find local suppliers. I think we will be using lime plaster without horse hair. Will probably ask a plasterer friend to do the final skim coat.
by u2fan
Wed Jan 14, 2009 12:37 pm
Forum: Plastering and Dry Lining Forum
Topic: Can I buy lathe?
Replies: 6
Views: 3392

Can I buy lathe?

Hi. We have a 1930's property and have removed the lathe and plaster ceiling in the dining room area of the kitchen/dining room. The most obvious way to replace the ceiling would be to plasterboard. However, my husband would prefer to re-lathe and plaster the area. We know this would be highly labou...
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