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by demoman
Wed Feb 16, 2011 9:20 pm
Forum: Plastering and Dry Lining Forum
Topic: Plaster and lath repair
Replies: 1
Views: 4193

Hi Johnnymac1 the first thing i would be concern with is why the laths had become rotten. There could be a roof leak that need sorting out before you think about any cosmetic work. I am finding it hard to picture the location of the rotten laths. It sounds like your talking about the eaves of the ro...
by demoman
Sun Nov 01, 2009 6:11 pm
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: Possible asbestos in fireplace?
Replies: 10
Views: 50443

Hi Perry Suggesting white asbestos (chrysotile) is harmless is foolish once airbourne the fibres will enter your lung as easy as brown or blue asbestos. That is why we have banned the use of white asbestos in this country since the early 80s. Asbestos insulation boards found in many properties and a...
by demoman
Tue Oct 27, 2009 7:59 am
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: Possible asbestos in fireplace?
Replies: 10
Views: 50443

Hi alexeix Abestos was used a lot in the construction industry in the 1930 in many different forms. So there is a chance the cement could contain asbestos. The best thing to do is not to disturb it as asbestos fibres are only dangerous when airbourne and inhaled. If you have already disturbed it i w...
by demoman
Sun Oct 25, 2009 9:24 am
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: External wall only half brick thick
Replies: 6
Views: 13693

Hi scottycarlos If i where you i could be very concerned about the structural stability of the house. This wall was obviously built by a gerry builder and is in contravention of current building regulations. The only time i have come across a single skin external wall is on timber and steel frame pr...
by demoman
Sun Oct 25, 2009 5:44 am
Forum: Building Regulations and Planning Permission Forum
Topic: Party wall Act
Replies: 3
Views: 3590

Hi dpc

If i where you i would find out if the neighbour had planning
approval and building regs consent . If he hasnt then this
will give you a strong case if it comes to a civil act.
by demoman
Sat Oct 24, 2009 10:52 am
Forum: Building Regulations and Planning Permission Forum
Topic: Retrospective party wall agreement !
Replies: 1
Views: 6575

Hi In answer to your question the agreement from your neighbour can be as simple as a letter signed by them allowing the works. The party wall act only applies if there is a dispute then things can get a bit trick as an independent party wall surveyor neededs to be employed by the party carrying out...
by demoman
Fri Oct 09, 2009 6:38 pm
Forum: Plastering and Dry Lining Forum
Topic: Metal studwork
Replies: 2
Views: 5068

Hi Zombie i used steel stud on a partition wall between a bathroom and bedroom. with a suspended timber floor above. Because the metal studs fit inbetween a steel floor and ceiling track the noise when someone walked on the floor above the noise was excessive. (Not a good idea to use them if you hav...
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