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You don't say what the size of your conversion that you submitted to planning, so it's impossible to comment on this versus the permitted development option. It sounds a simple choice; you could go with the permitted development and then you'll get it without the stress and wait for approvals. Or yo...

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It might be structural, but hard to see from a photo. It does look like the is it just the plaster that has come away from the bottom of the lintel, which is not structural. You will need to remove this plaster to repair it, so you will also be able to see if the lintel is OK, which will give you pe...

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I don't understand what the question, but if the power only goes to the boiler house when the heating is on, then if you add a spur to this circuit then it will only work when the heating is on too?! There is more information here: m It is possible to run the cable on a restraining wire if preferred...

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If you are sure that they are not going to move you can fill the gaps with some more ploymeric sand. You will need to chop out the cracks to make sure that the sand can get right in and fills all the spaces. We sell the following with is suitable for the purpose: m If they are going to move, you wil...

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It looks like you have the wrong switch; the one you took off is a 2 terminal switch (1 gang) but you're connecting up a 3 terminal switch (2 gang). Find out more here: m It's hard to see but that's what it looks like. If this is what you are trying to do (ie, add a 2 gang switch), it might be a a g...

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Hi potash1984, It all depends......! You might be able to get a way with using something like Fill & Skim to patch up the holes, if they are not too big. If they are then you might have to tear it all down and start a fresh. Have a look at our video on using Fill and Skim on patching a ceiling: ...

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Sounds fancy!

I'm Google something like "iphone controlled outdoor lights" - there seems to be lots of suggestions

This company is an advertiser with DIY Doctor and create some amazing lighting effects - you could try them: http://www.starscape.co.uk/. Otherwise, trust in Google!

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We have not come across this issue before, and it sounds very frustrating. The first question is, how close is the oven to the draw unit? I would find out what the Zanusi recommend and ensure that you comply with this. Assuming that you do, they don't stipulate that you need a heat deflector is need...

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Yes - so long is it is tied to the existing wall you can even use blocks if you need to/want to. It might be easier/quicker to cut the wall and then use furfix strips to join the walls?

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Hard to tell - it could be one of so many. It is dry vented and clipped. Why not wait for a period of good weather and take off a section which you can take down to your local merchants. It might also have the manufacturers details stamped on it so you might be luck enough to track it down that way....

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I guess that you have read all about the planning regulations for fences: m You will need to apply for a Lawful Development Certificate (see here for more info: m) The time limits quoted by the planning authorities are below, so it seems that 4 years will be sufficient, although you might want to wa...

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Hi jamiejones20, I'm not sure what you are getting at, but if you mean that if the planning conditions restrict you from doing something that are required to do by the building regulations, then this construction should not of taken place. I guess this is why your architect wanted you to keep quiet....

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I guess you have tried our concrete calculator:

https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/mi ... ncrete.htm

Using your measurement you will need the following amounts (C20 Mix):

Cement: 256 kgs
Sharp Sand: 480 kgs
Gravel: 960 kgs
Water (litres): 141 ltrs

Here is more information on building a concrete shed base:

https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/shedbase.htm

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Try here: http://www.rexonspares.co.uk/

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Hi hillbagger, Is sounds like you have found a really good firm to do the work, so as experts their opinion should carry some weight. Please make sure that the warranties that you are given are insurance backed, as anything else is not worth the paper they are written on. As you probably are aware, ...

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