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by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 5:05 pm
Forum: Conversion, Refurbishment and Renovation Forum
Topic: Sanding and Painting a Cot - How Should This be Done and What Paint to use?
Replies: 1
Views: 2364

Re: Sanding and Painting a Cot - How Should This be Done and What Paint to use?

The best stuff for delicate work like this is a eco-friendly paint stripper made by Eco Solutions:

https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/DIY-superst ... litre.html

It is water based, yet is as powerful as the toxic strippers, so you can be sure that it will not harm your baby when you put in into the cot when the time comes.
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 3:24 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Painting Currently Stained Hardwood Garage Doors?
Replies: 1
Views: 1893

Re: Painting Currently Stained Hardwood Garage Doors?

Here's a project that explains all about it:

https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/pa ... gedoor.htm
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 3:23 pm
Forum: Insulation Forum
Topic: Insulating Render to end of Terrace to Reduce Heating Costs
Replies: 3
Views: 2576

Re: Insulating Render to end of Terrace to Reduce Heating Costs

Hi Halesowenmum,
Expect to pay somewhere in the region of £50 per Sq M. This might vary on situation and if any roof alteration need to be made.

There are some estimates of the saving that you can expect from the Energy Saving Trust: http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/domestic/solid-wall
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 3:15 pm
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: Mixing and Colouring Mortar to get a Cream Buff Colour?
Replies: 1
Views: 3782

Re: Mixing and Colouring Mortar to get a Cream Buff Colour?

Try using Mortar Tone to colour it:

https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/DIY-superst ... ortar+tone
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 3:13 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: How to wire 2 and 3 Phase Wires into Ceiling Rose?
Replies: 2
Views: 3416

Re: How to wire 2 and 3 Phase Wires into Ceiling Rose?

This is the information that you need:

https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/ceilingrose.htm
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:59 pm
Forum: Conservatories and Orangeries Forum
Topic: Winter Wonderland Ideas for new Conservatory
Replies: 1
Views: 3438

Re: Winter Wonderland Ideas for new Conservatory

Why not try making your own Christmas Tree?!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_KCtJ3bB8w
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:56 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Cold air Getting into House via Electricity Meter and Fuse Box
Replies: 1
Views: 8515

Re: Cold air Getting into House via Electricity Meter and Fuse Box

You are correct in saying that you should not use expanding foam around electric cables, as this would trap any heat generated in the cable in, which could lead to a fire. It sounds like that the holes have been deliberately left for ventilation, although it is hard to know without understanding the...
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:48 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Advice on Hiding Caulk and Wallpaper Paste Needed
Replies: 1
Views: 2430

Re: Advice on Hiding Caulk and Wallpaper Paste Needed

Sack him!

Before painting you should use a primer. We like this one as it does a great job and will cover virtually anything: https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/DIY-superst ... litre.html

You might be able to clean off the wall paper paste.
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:41 pm
Forum: Plastering and Dry Lining Forum
Topic: Is Vapour Barrier Required for Piping in Studwork?
Replies: 1
Views: 2117

Re: Is Vapour Barrier Required for Piping in Studwork?

As you describe it, (or I understand it!), no. I cant see that this would achieve anything.
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:39 pm
Forum: Bathrooms, Drainage and Waste Plumbing Forum
Topic: Some Fairly Basic Questions on Shower Pumps and Towel Rails
Replies: 1
Views: 1890

Re: Some Fairly Basic Questions on Shower Pumps and Towel Rails

1. The domestic hot water and the heating system are entirely different. You cannot use the domestic hot water to heat your towel rail. 2. The short answer is 'yes' you can have an electric towel rail as you describe. This will need to be fitted by a competent person, an electrician, so they will en...
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:25 pm
Forum: Lofts and Loft Conversions Forum
Topic: Questions to ask when Buying a House with an Unfinished Loft Conversion
Replies: 1
Views: 2380

Re: Questions to ask when Buying a House with an Unfinished Loft Conversion

I'd ask to get a survey done.
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:22 pm
Forum: Lofts and Loft Conversions Forum
Topic: Boarding the Eaves in Loft Conversion for Storage
Replies: 1
Views: 12604

Re: Boarding the Eaves in Loft Conversion for Storage

You do need an air gap where the boards meet the rafters as this allows some ventilation. 4 inches would be plenty. Otherwise you can board out the whole space. If you need extra insulation added, we have found a great solution which allows you to add the insulation while keeping the storage space, ...
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:15 pm
Forum: Lofts and Loft Conversions Forum
Topic: Pests in the roof l and how to deal with them?
Replies: 1
Views: 2147

Re: Pests in the roof l and how to deal with them?

Sounds like it could be rats or mice. Have a look for telltale signs such a droppings. If you do, here's a range of suitable traps and devices to get rid of them:

https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/DIY-superst ... =rat+traps

It could be birds, so you should block all entrances to stop them coming in. staple netting to avoid blocking ventilation.
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:08 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Switched Water on and Constant Flow Coming from Overflow Pipe with Water Tank Empty
Replies: 1
Views: 3015

Re: Switched Water on and Constant Flow Coming from Overflow Pipe with Water Tank Empty

Where does the over flow enter your tank?

It sounds like at the bottom for it to overflow before it fills up?
by diydoctor6
Tue Dec 22, 2015 2:05 pm
Forum: Tiles and Tiling Forum
Topic: Tiling Dilemma in Bathroom with Slightly Damp Wall Using Porcelain Tiles
Replies: 1
Views: 6055

Re: Tiling Dilemma in Bathroom with Slightly Damp Wall Using Porcelain Tiles

What have you sealed the wall of the bathroom with? If it is waterproof, then no moisture should be able to be able to come through, and then you should be able to tile straight on top of this. Note, it might feel damp still as it could be cooled by the moisture in the wall, but it should be totally...
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