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by tav
Mon Nov 09, 2009 9:56 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: replacing consumer unit
Replies: 3
Views: 3899

Thanks for the addvice good to know that about right cheers .
by tav
Fri Nov 06, 2009 11:24 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: replacing consumer unit
Replies: 3
Views: 3899

replacing consumer unit

Can anyone give me a rough idea of how much it would cost to replace a consumer unit fuse box, minimum 10 way. Box in same position. Had a quote of £350. does that sound OK? Thanks
by tav
Thu Jul 09, 2009 11:01 am
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Suspected asbestos paint finish on en suite ceiling
Replies: 2
Views: 3529

Many thanks. Most helpful. Made situation a lot clearer.
by tav
Wed Jul 08, 2009 10:10 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Partion wall
Replies: 2
Views: 3051

I personally would cut the laminate and fix the stud wall directly to the floor as if you decide to lift the laminate at a later date, it may cause problems if its under the wall. Also laminate should not be restricted in any way so it can still move.
by tav
Wed Jul 08, 2009 11:16 am
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Suspected asbestos paint finish on en suite ceiling
Replies: 2
Views: 3529

Suspected asbestos paint finish on en suite ceiling

[size=18]Homebuyers report has suggested possible asbestos paint finish on en suite ceiling. Paint mainly above shower and a few other areas appears to be peeling away. Any suggestions as to the qickest and least expensive way to deal with this?
by tav
Sat Oct 25, 2008 12:43 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Black goo
Replies: 2
Views: 2456

Thanks but cable isn't as old as 60's/70's and there is no green tar, just grey but thanks anyway.
by tav
Thu Oct 23, 2008 9:33 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Black goo
Replies: 2
Views: 2456

Black goo

Not sure if this is problem or not - when opening up a socket which seems to be on ring main, outer grey wire seems to have a tarry goo on it. Stripped cable and on inside of grey cable is clean. bit concerned cable is melting but could this have been there from fitting or is melting a possibility. ...
by tav
Sun Sep 21, 2008 10:57 pm
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: kithchen floor laminate
Replies: 3
Views: 4763

personally i would fit units first then floor .just because if you have to lift the floor for any reason .it would be a lot easier to lift . you can still put the floor under the plinth giving you a good finish and your units may have matching end panels which could be fitted after to hide the gap a...
by tav
Wed Jan 16, 2008 4:34 pm
Forum: Fillers, Sealants and Adhesives Forum
Topic: Waterproofing timber ends.
Replies: 3
Views: 4997

yes get treated timber but i would still seal it . the stuff i would use is sikkens HLS exterior wood stain there is a lot to the range like under coats top coats so go to place that has this stuff and ask advice i know jewsons have it .you can get it off the web as well [/list]
by tav
Mon Dec 31, 2007 3:14 pm
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Karndean flooring
Replies: 1
Views: 4689

mostly it is fitted around toilet then sealed .if you fitted it under toilet it would be a neater finish but may affect the pipe work slightly depends on the toilet . and if you had a flood the toilet would have to come out again if it were under .
by tav
Sun Dec 30, 2007 8:31 pm
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Cutting laminate thats already laid
Replies: 1
Views: 4814

yes you can do that . when i had that same problem i used a 1/4 inch router and straight edge to cut most of it and the bits the router could not get into i finished with a saw and a sharp chisel then put a new threshold bar down.If you do not have a router you could do it by hand with a floor board...
by tav
Sat Dec 15, 2007 10:28 pm
Forum: Appliances in the Home Forum
Topic: Unbelievably tight bulb cover in oven!
Replies: 3
Views: 3664

have you tried just pulling it. just a thought
by tav
Thu Dec 06, 2007 11:24 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Patent kitchen wall unit hinges.
Replies: 3
Views: 5961

agree with Doctor but one other solution may be possible .if the cabinet is joined on to an other cabinet on the hinge side you could use a longer wood screw which would go through the two cabinets but make sure its not to long by holding the screw against the two gables so you know it will not burs...
by tav
Tue Dec 04, 2007 10:26 pm
Forum: Plastering and Dry Lining Forum
Topic: Tapered or Square Edge Boards
Replies: 4
Views: 12855

one thing that could also help you to do the job is a taping knife to fill the joint .It has a wide blade that spans the joint which directs the filler where you want it to go . you can get them from a good diy store
by tav
Mon Dec 03, 2007 10:33 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Cupboard door problem
Replies: 2
Views: 3954

Another problem may be screw bound which means screw heads are too big which may bind hinges. Make sure correct size of screw is used for hinge. It must not protrude.
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