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by diydoctor6
Mon Sep 07, 2015 11:24 am
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Damp or Condensation Possibly Caused by Shower Sealant Failure?
Replies: 1
Views: 2113

Re: Damp or Condensation Possibly Caused by Shower Sealant Failure?

It does sound like you have done the right thing. You need to stop the source of the moisture first of all, if not you are only addressing the symptoms. The next thing is to dry the place out and ensure that it stays dry by ventilating it. There's a lot of detailed info on condensation and how to de...
by diydoctor6
Mon Sep 07, 2015 11:21 am
Forum: Lofts and Loft Conversions Forum
Topic: Loft Conversion for Storage - Removing Section of Wall from Loft?
Replies: 1
Views: 1257

Re: Loft Conversion for Storage - Removing Section of Wall from Loft?

Hi neildsimpson, It would be much easier to answer this question if you could provide a picture. That said it does sound like you should consider getting an engineer to look at this - you don't want the roof to come down on you. If you can access the roof space, you might be able to make a storage s...
by diydoctor6
Mon Sep 07, 2015 11:17 am
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: What Would a Bricklayer Charge per Block and Brick Based Around Welsh Border
Replies: 1
Views: 2479

Re: What Would a Bricklayer Charge per Block and Brick Based Around Welsh Border

Generally pricing will per day and will vary depending on demand and experience. Get quotes from local brickies here: https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/find-tradesmen/
by diydoctor6
Mon Sep 07, 2015 11:13 am
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: Raking out mortar joints easily
Replies: 1
Views: 3587

Re: Raking out mortar joints easily

This is related to this post:
crumbling-mortar-of-party-wall-in-loft-t25802.html
by diydoctor6
Mon Sep 07, 2015 11:07 am
Forum: Fixing to Walls Issues and Problems Forum
Topic: Confirmation of Correct Fittings for a Moderately Heavy Ikea (Kallax) Shelf to a Masonry Wall
Replies: 1
Views: 3556

Re: Confirmation of Correct Fittings for a Moderately Heavy Ikea (Kallax) Shelf to a Masonry Wall

Here's our project which explains all about there different kinds of fixing that you can use: https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/fixing.htm
by diydoctor6
Mon Sep 07, 2015 10:54 am
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Opening up Under Stair and Building Cupboard
Replies: 1
Views: 3669

Re: Opening up Under Stair and Building Cupboard

Hi SBJ777,
For some reason your picture has not been up loaded. Could you upload a smaller one? (Max 500kb)

From what you describe, it sounds like a do-able project. Let us know how you get on.
by diydoctor6
Mon Sep 07, 2015 10:49 am
Forum: Cowboy Builders
Topic: Help Needed With Noisey Pod Room Floor
Replies: 1
Views: 2208

Re: Help Needed With Noisey Pod Room Floor

I'm not sure that the creaking will go as the timber dries out. When timber dries it shrinks and this is likely to allow more movement, and therefore creaking.

This is worth investigating further or at least getting the builder to explain their logic.
by diydoctor6
Mon Sep 07, 2015 10:43 am
Forum: Timber Framed Building
Topic: Help Needed Turning old Shed into Man-Cave of Dreams
Replies: 1
Views: 2806

Re: Help Needed Turning old Shed into Man-Cave of Dreams

There's no reason why you can't add a concrete floor retrospectively. See this project for more information: https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/shedbase.htm

Form more information there's a whole section on outbuildings and sheds to help you: https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/diy-how-to- ... ilding.htm
by diydoctor6
Mon Sep 07, 2015 10:34 am
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: Using PVA as a Bonding Agent for Epoxy Mortar
Replies: 1
Views: 2302

Re: Using PVA as a Bonding Agent for Epoxy Mortar

There are generally products recommended by the manufacturer. Sometimes in the 2 part kits there is enough of the latex liquid to use. However if there isn't or there's no recommended agent, SBR would be a better bet than PVA.

Try something like this: https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/DIY-superst ... litre.html
by diydoctor6
Mon Sep 07, 2015 10:27 am
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Smooth MDF Finish for Custom Bunk Bed
Replies: 1
Views: 2326

Re: Smooth MDF Finish for Custom Bunk Bed

You could use a Rustins enamel paint which would give you a nice shiny finish, although you might be limited in colours.

We heard of some people that have use spray paints from Plasti-Kote to successfully achieve the sort of finish that you describe. Have a look at these for example: https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/DIY-superst ... uper+gloss
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