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by gregwilliams
Thu Dec 14, 2017 11:52 am
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Going way for winter holiday - mains water/boiler advice
Replies: 8
Views: 16766

Re: Going way for winter holiday - mains water/boiler advice

If you stop the cold water from the mains, there won't be any flow in the pipes, therefore it would be easier for them to freeze - BAD! Leave the boiler heating while there is no cold water coming - BAD! Set your heating to normal temp. Close the windows and doors, isolate any drafts, leave the boil...
by gregwilliams
Fri Aug 04, 2017 9:25 am
Forum: Bathrooms, Drainage and Waste Plumbing Forum
Topic: First fix Mixer Shower Before Plastering
Replies: 1
Views: 2462

Re: First fix Mixer Shower Before Plastering

You have to be careful though. You don't want to restrict the centres from moving at all. I usually fix the mixers then remove them and do whatever I need to do with the wall. It is easier when you have your mixer position sorted out in advance. You have to keep in mind the amount of plaster that yo...
by gregwilliams
Thu Jul 13, 2017 11:28 am
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: Reinforce Suspended Wood Floor to Prevent Washing Machine Vibration
Replies: 1
Views: 4980

Re: Reinforce Suspended Wood Floor to Prevent Washing Machine Vibration

You may have a problem with your washing machine itself... it should not vibrate THAT much... Check if you appliance is well leveled it needs to be fully flat. As far as it goes to supporting your washing machine and lifting it from the floor you don't need to build up a "case" for it. You...
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