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by numpty1979
Sun Jul 19, 2009 3:14 pm
Forum: Fixing to Walls Issues and Problems Forum
Topic: Removing small metal steps from external wall
Replies: 0
Views: 3892

Removing small metal steps from external wall

Hi all, I'm planning on putting a raised deck on the small patio outside the french windows on my house. In order to do so I need to remove the heavy metal steps that run from the french windows to the exisiting patio. They seem ot be fixed to the wall in only two places by a bolt on each side. Now ...
by numpty1979
Fri May 15, 2009 2:24 pm
Forum: Gardens and Gardening Forum
Topic: NEED SOME ADVICE ON HOW TO CONTROL WEEDS OVER NEW TURF
Replies: 1
Views: 4981

When I moved into my house my backgarden was one enormous mass of weeds. All I did was dig the lot up and painstakingly sift out the roots from the weeds by hand. I then leveled it all out and laid the turf over the top. Worked a treat.
by numpty1979
Mon Apr 27, 2009 4:21 pm
Forum: Gardens and Gardening Forum
Topic: Ledger for raised decking
Replies: 1
Views: 5716

Nobody know?
by numpty1979
Wed Apr 08, 2009 11:28 am
Forum: Gardens and Gardening Forum
Topic: Ledger for raised decking
Replies: 1
Views: 5716

Ledger for raised decking

I am currently planning on building a raised deck attached to the house on one side using a ledger bolted directly to the wall. On the opposite side I will run a beam stood on the "legs" and between the two run the joists. The whole thing will be quite small - pretty much 2.4m by 2.4m and ...
by numpty1979
Sat Jun 14, 2008 10:32 am
Forum: Gardens and Gardening Forum
Topic: Quick precast concrete pier question
Replies: 0
Views: 4251

Quick precast concrete pier question

Hello all, Does anyone know where I can actually buy the type of precast concrete pier that has a crosss cut intot the top of it to allow decking joists to rest across them. They look a bit like a Phillips screw on the top. I'm having real trouble tracking some down. Thanks for any advice you can gi...
by numpty1979
Tue Nov 06, 2007 10:58 am
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Yet another light wiring problem
Replies: 7
Views: 4141

Many thanks all - I am just removing light fittings and replacing them with new ones so I will follow your advice and not bother with a certificate. Kuzz - your advice worked perfectly and I am now the proud owner of a fully functioning hall light, which I can switch both on and off. Many thanks for...
by numpty1979
Mon Nov 05, 2007 8:31 am
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Yet another light wiring problem
Replies: 7
Views: 4141

Excellent, many thanks. That explains a lot. On another note, I understand that replacement light fittings (i.e. not switches) require a minor works certificate from a professional or buildings inspector. Anyone know how much this costs? Is it worth me replacing all the lights in the house and then ...
by numpty1979
Sun Nov 04, 2007 5:21 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Yet another light wiring problem
Replies: 7
Views: 4141

Yet another light wiring problem

All, I am trying to replace a light fitting in my hallway. I have removed the old light fitting which had a very standard light wiring set up. I have identified the two red wires, two black wires, yellow and green wire and the extra switch circuit black wire. The problem is unlike the old light fitt...
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