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by carousel88200
Mon Jan 11, 2010 10:02 pm
Forum: Builders and Builders Merchants Forum
Topic: Door frame Removal
Replies: 4
Views: 4550

removal of door frame

you shouldnt come across any problems at all mate, there should be a timber or concrete lintel above the frame to support the brickwork above so that wont be a problem.

let me know how it goes and if you get any problems feel free to ask me for any help.
by carousel88200
Sat Aug 08, 2009 3:46 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: skirting coming away from the wall
Replies: 3
Views: 12844

the chances are that the screws weren't screwed into studs in the wall or are screwed into a joint in the block work.When the timber is moving (growing and shrinking) it maybe working its way off the wall
by carousel88200
Sat Aug 08, 2009 3:34 pm
Forum: Ironmongery and Locks Forum
Topic: Back door lock seized
Replies: 2
Views: 5292

mortice lock

i think you'd be best off taking the lock out and having a look inside, chances are the lock mechanism inside has rusted up and jammed.
by carousel88200
Sat Aug 08, 2009 3:30 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Flat packed furniture
Replies: 2
Views: 3576

do the bolts have a thread on them? if not and they are just a smooth shank just knock them in gently with a hammer
by carousel88200
Sat Aug 08, 2009 3:19 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Staircase dogleg to straight is this poss?
Replies: 3
Views: 3506

No problem what so ever Nikki, Pleased it helped you make your mind up :) feel free to ask if you ever need help or advice another time.

David
by carousel88200
Tue Aug 04, 2009 10:22 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Staircase dogleg to straight is this poss?
Replies: 3
Views: 3506

Re-aligning staircase

i would strongly advise against re-aligning your staircase with the two existing parts, as this would be weakening the structure when joined back together.If it's enclosed between two walls from top to bottom, it is possible to re-connect these two parts although it will require a sufficient amount ...
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