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by matty_hunt
Sat Feb 02, 2013 10:05 am
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: how do I remove wallpaper paste off plasterboard?
Replies: 1
Views: 5426

how do I remove wallpaper paste off plasterboard?

Hi. I have a quick question. I've just taken the wallpaper off in my bathroom. It just pealed off in sheets nice and easy but it has left glue marks behind. The surface is plasterboard that has been skimmed so it is smooth overall but is actually rough and a little bit powdery to the touch. Normally...
by matty_hunt
Sun Jan 04, 2009 11:11 am
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Isolation switch in kitchen
Replies: 4
Views: 7251

Thanks Eric. Hadnt thought of the 'in an emergency' aspect. My first thought would have been to flip the trip in the fuse box but maybe not all fuseboards are as easily accessable as mine. Looks like I will have to splash out on some swish looking sockets and live with it on the wall. cheers. Ah, ju...
by matty_hunt
Sun Jan 04, 2009 12:14 am
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Isolation switch in kitchen
Replies: 4
Views: 7251

Thanks doc but that hasnt helped me. Im aware there are regulations and that I dont know what they are. I didnt make it clear in my original post but I have no intention of doing the work myself. I wanted to know purely for a design layout so I can get as many options straight with myself before I s...
by matty_hunt
Sat Jan 03, 2009 3:39 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Isolation switch in kitchen
Replies: 4
Views: 7251

Isolation switch in kitchen

Hi. Im currently planning my new kitchen but know nothing of the current regulations relating to the electrics. I have however noticed in others new kitchens that they have isolation switches for every appliance, located on the wall in the usual plug socket location. As I am wanting to keep the look...
by matty_hunt
Sat Aug 16, 2008 12:12 pm
Forum: Tiles and Tiling Forum
Topic: B&Q 600mm2 Porcelain floor tiles
Replies: 0
Views: 3508

B&Q 600mm2 Porcelain floor tiles

Hi. Is anyone familiar with these 600mm square tiles from B&Q? They now come in a range of colours, including chocolate which has taken my fancy. However, at less than £10m2 they are cheap. Is this too good to be true? If anyone has any experience, knowledge or thought on these tiles, Id love to...
by matty_hunt
Sun Aug 12, 2007 11:48 am
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Floor to match black gloss/walnut kitchen??
Replies: 1
Views: 4692

Floor to match black gloss/walnut kitchen??

Hi. In need of some designer help please!!! I am having a black gloss kitchen installed with a solid walnut worktop. Problem is I have no idea what type or colour flooring to install or what colour to paint the walls. The room is approx 2.45x3.1m with units on all sides with two exit doors, so floor...
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