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by yorksvilla
Thu Mar 05, 2009 9:00 pm
Forum: Appliances in the Home Forum
Topic: rechargeable toothbrush
Replies: 2
Views: 2857

rechargeable toothbrush

Can I use a shaver socket (230v UK) in the bathroom to charge an electric toothbrush. Any special wiring required if socket is suitable?
by yorksvilla
Mon Mar 02, 2009 11:26 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Emulsioning over ceiling cracks
Replies: 1
Views: 3471

Emulsioning over ceiling cracks

Our emulsioned ceiling has cracks of various widths (hairline to small) probably where joints in plasterboard occur and plaster skim has fallen out. Tried a number of things to cure problem to get rid of cracks but they either reappear or when filled with polyfilla and sanded the filler comes out wh...
by yorksvilla
Sun Jan 11, 2009 12:26 pm
Forum: Tiles and Tiling Forum
Topic: Sealing tiled splashback
Replies: 2
Views: 4075

Sealing tiled splashback

Anyone recommend a good way of sealing new tiles and grout on splashback above a range cooker so it becomes easily cleanable and repels grease?
by yorksvilla
Fri Jan 02, 2009 7:30 pm
Forum: Tiles and Tiling Forum
Topic: Fitting ceramic tiles with kitchen units/appliances in place
Replies: 3
Views: 3793

Fitting ceramic tiles with kitchen units/appliances in place

With kitchen units and appliances in place do I remove plinths and fit tiles underneath then replace plinths over tiles (probably reducing the height of the plinth as well) or do I fit tiles up to plinths and appliances. Or is there another way to do it?
by yorksvilla
Mon Nov 10, 2008 9:31 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: wallpapering a window recess
Replies: 0
Views: 3670

wallpapering a window recess

Where do I start when trying to wallpaper a window recess it seems that cutting into a full length to fold into the recess will leave gaps at the top of the recess. Do I fit the two window end pieces and fill in the middle. What if the gap above and below is a diffent size?
by yorksvilla
Sun Oct 05, 2008 11:00 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: DIY Wet Room
Replies: 3
Views: 3192

DIY Wet Room

Anyone any experience of building small wet room? (1200mm x 900mm) Sited in upstairs bathroom with chipboard flooring and joists. Any recomendation on kits or other products and do's and don'ts.
by yorksvilla
Thu Sep 18, 2008 10:59 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: removing doorway from stud wall
Replies: 1
Views: 5674

removing doorway from stud wall

I want to remove a door and frame from a stud partition wall what is the best way to fill the space left and how can I get the new section to mary with the wall so that it does not show up when decorated.
by yorksvilla
Sun Aug 31, 2008 9:27 pm
Forum: Gardens and Gardening Forum
Topic: Petrol mower recommendation
Replies: 0
Views: 4355

Petrol mower recommendation

Need to get a new petrol mower the old Suffolk Punch had better days. Could anyone recommend a quality mower or make of mower for around £250. Need large cutting blade as we have a fair amount of lawn area to cut and reasonably lightweight to cut some banking. I am discounting hovers on a personal p...
by yorksvilla
Thu Aug 28, 2008 11:38 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: 80 inch doors
Replies: 1
Views: 4808

80 inch doors

Where can I purchase 80 inch tall interior panel doors that are paintable(28 inch width). West or South Yorkshire or internet company with delivery.
by yorksvilla
Thu Apr 24, 2008 10:55 pm
Forum: Gardens and Gardening Forum
Topic: Cleaning decking
Replies: 2
Views: 5489

Cleaning decking

Recommendations on best way to clean grooved decking of dirt, grease and heavy wear and tear markings and discolouration prior to treating with an oil or varnish. Do not want to change from existing natural colour if possible is there a clear matt product on the market either a brush varnish or an o...
by yorksvilla
Wed Dec 12, 2007 10:20 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Emulsion for brand new plaster?
Replies: 2
Views: 4357

Nige thanks for taking time to reply I'll go with your suggestion.
by yorksvilla
Sat Dec 08, 2007 5:32 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Emulsion for brand new plaster?
Replies: 2
Views: 4357

Emulsion for brand new plaster?

Best emulsion for newly plastered kitchen walls that are not completely dried out. Someone suggested Dulux Supermatt. Is it good, any colour choices?
by yorksvilla
Sat Dec 08, 2007 4:37 pm
Forum: Central Heating and Air conditioning and Ventilation Forum
Topic: Removing old valves from radiators
Replies: 3
Views: 3363

Removing old valves from radiators

Wanting to change all old valves on radiators to thermostat valves. Cannot remove the old valve parts that are screwed into radiator and tightened with an allen key. They appear seized, any suggestions on loosening them. Does anyone know the size for the allen key as I have now ruined the only one I...
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