Search found 5 matches

by geojay
Fri May 14, 2021 8:14 pm
Forum: Fixing to Walls Issues and Problems Forum
Topic: Can anybody ID this plasterboard hook?
Replies: 0
Views: 1836

Can anybody ID this plasterboard hook?

The local hardware stall sells these brilliant plasterboard hooks and I wanted to know if they’re part of a bigger range. I’ve tried all the search terms I can think of plus reverse image searches and I can’t find them. They’ve got MIRA and a US patent on the back.
by geojay
Tue Sep 08, 2020 11:50 am
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: What tools for changing kitchen tap cartridge and tightning tap to sink
Replies: 1
Views: 1973

What tools for changing kitchen tap cartridge and tightning tap to sink

I need to replace the cartridges on a kitchen tap and then tighten it to the sink. The first problem I have is with removing the cartridges; the 15mm nut that I need to undo is below the level of the surrounding tap so I can't use a flat spanner. The splined shaft is too long to get a socket over it...
by geojay
Wed Apr 22, 2020 10:44 am
Forum: Insulation Forum
Topic: What size is a roll of loft insulation?
Replies: 1
Views: 3633

What size is a roll of loft insulation?

I need to transport some rolls of loft insulation in a car and am trying to work out how large they are when packaged. I can't find this info anywhere and I wondered if someone on here could give me a rough idea... The insulation in question is Knauf 200mm Super Top Up Loft Roll Insulation Any ideas?
by geojay
Fri Sep 25, 2009 10:15 am
Forum: Central Heating and Air conditioning and Ventilation Forum
Topic: Replacing electric panel heating and related issues
Replies: 2
Views: 2666

Replacing electric panel heating and related issues

OK, I've just made an alarming discovery about the electric panel heaters (all centrally controlled by relays and a timer unit) in my flat. Basically, the supply cables have perished and where their bad design has them entering the units in a tight bend, all three metal cores are exposed. icon_eek.g...
by geojay
Fri Jan 16, 2009 12:41 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Fitting a timer to an electric towel rail
Replies: 3
Views: 28494

Fitting a timer to an electric towel rail

I would like to have my electric towel rail turn on and off at specified times so I plan to fit a timer to it. It's rated 400 watts and is on its own circuit from the consumer unit with a switched fused outlet in a surface mounted box outside of the bathroom. I plan to do the work myself so need som...
It is currently Mon Sep 16, 2024 9:24 pm