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by tooly
Wed Feb 13, 2013 8:12 am
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: Internal bricks
Replies: 1
Views: 2309

Internal bricks

I have cleaned about a square meter of internal house brick using a brick acid. I am using this area as a feature, and the bricks came up really clean and looked good. The appearance was enhanced because I had washed the residual acid off the area and the wall was still damp. Can I reproduce this ap...
by tooly
Sun Nov 18, 2012 9:28 pm
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: plaster splashes on brickwork
Replies: 1
Views: 6735

plaster splashes on brickwork

Hi, need some advice on how to remove some plaster splashes from house brick surface. It's a small area of about 1sq mtr, which i want to be left exposed for effect above a wide entrance door. This area of brickwork is internal. If i found any mortar splashes what method could i use to remove these....
by tooly
Sat May 19, 2012 5:48 am
Forum: Appliances in the Home Forum
Topic: Hoover dryer
Replies: 0
Views: 2705

Hoover dryer

I have a Hoover Dryer vision HD. When i turn it on i get a humming sound but the drum do'es not revolve. I removed the top machine cover to expose the drum and with a very small amount of help in either direction the drum will revolve under power and be ok untill the end of the cycle. Any help will ...
by tooly
Tue Dec 13, 2011 10:59 am
Forum: Appliances in the Home Forum
Topic: samsung 7000 series tv
Replies: 0
Views: 2375

samsung 7000 series tv

Only had this television for 1 week. Everything is very good except some outside broadcasts during news progs and some studio shows, the faces are pasty looking , smooth in appearance with no fine detail. The background has sharp detail. I've noticed that in one of the sub menu's the contrast is set...
by tooly
Fri Nov 04, 2011 2:25 pm
Forum: Appliances in the Home Forum
Topic: Fisher & paykel dishwasher
Replies: 0
Views: 2514

Fisher & paykel dishwasher

This washer is a 2 drawer type and about 4 years old. both drawers when in use stop during cycle at different times. No failure code is given in the display. The machine will complete its cycle when the start button is pressed again. Thank's for any help.
by tooly
Mon Nov 22, 2010 9:36 am
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Smells old.
Replies: 1
Views: 2721

Smells old.

I live in a 1930's house. the under stairs area is blocked in with a small door for access. When the door is opened there is a strong bitter smell which i relate to old churches. I have checked that the air bricks around the house are clear and i cannot detect any damp problems under the stairs or a...
by tooly
Mon Nov 22, 2010 9:17 am
Forum: Glazing and Double Glazing Forum
Topic: UPVC external door
Replies: 1
Views: 3444

UPVC external door

I need to raise the external front door a few mill to clear some interference between the bottom of the door and the frame at the bottom. Is this possible? if so how do i go about it? Thank's. Tooly.
by tooly
Thu Oct 21, 2010 4:19 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: cistern fill
Replies: 0
Views: 2835

cistern fill

After flushing the toilet the cistern refills very slowly. Is there anything obvious i should look for if i dissconect the valve and strip down to check. Thank's. Tooly.
by tooly
Sun Nov 22, 2009 8:30 am
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: damp patches on chimney breast.
Replies: 0
Views: 4107

damp patches on chimney breast.

The property is a semi, built early 1930's. lived here about 12 months. renovating front room, it was in good order, but dated. having room re-plastered, and a log burner and fireplace installed by a pro' company. i've had the gas fire removed and removed the surround. also removed the wallpaper and...
by tooly
Mon Nov 09, 2009 12:28 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: loft light
Replies: 1
Views: 2428

loft light

how whould i fit a strip light into a loft space? and connect up safely. thanks.
by tooly
Wed May 27, 2009 6:51 am
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: old floorboard
Replies: 2
Views: 4159

Thanks bd3cc for your reply, I will consider both idea's. Tooly.
by tooly
Mon May 25, 2009 6:46 am
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: old floorboard
Replies: 2
Views: 4159

old floorboard

I have one floor board that has a bow across it's width. A fitted wardrobe is going to be built in this area and this uneven board needs changing. I need some advice. how do I remove this board without damage to others. The floor boards would have been laid during the 1930's so will i be able to get...
by tooly
Wed May 13, 2009 11:34 am
Forum: Insulation Forum
Topic: Insulating a loft.
Replies: 5
Views: 6188

Insulating a loft.

I need to insulate a totally clear loft in a standard 3 bed semi built around 1930. I am not certain what to use to achieve the required depth of 270mm. also want to board the loft area after insulating. what is the best product to use for thermal efficiency and how could i raise the height of the s...
by tooly
Wed May 13, 2009 9:25 am
Forum: Fillers, Sealants and Adhesives Forum
Topic: What type of sealant can I use to hold loose lead flashing in place and seal the join back
Replies: 1
Views: 5568

What type of sealant can I use to hold loose lead flashing in place and seal the join back

The lead flashing just below the window sill line on a bay bedroom window has come loose, and can easily be removed. The bay below the window has small tiles up to the outer sill and about 3 inches of lead protudes down (loose). What type of sealant could i use to hold in place and seal the join bac...
by tooly
Sun May 03, 2009 5:45 am
Forum: Central Heating and Air conditioning and Ventilation Forum
Topic: Skirting radiators
Replies: 6
Views: 5657

Skirting radiators

I'm at a point in renovation's to change from a normal wall radiator to skirting board radiators in one room. The theory read's good but do'es any one have any advice or knowledge if they are any use as an alternative to a standard radiator. I want clear walls, this is the reason for a change to may...
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