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by eeffttees
Mon Apr 23, 2018 5:02 pm
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: Changing Level of Beam and Block Floors
Replies: 1
Views: 2010

Re: Changing Level of Beam and Block Floors

I think the task you have in mind, is a bit over ambitious..! Dealing with Beam and Block floors is no afternoon job, the weight of the concrete Beams alone may require a crane to lift them, Have you checked the weight of one of them Beams..? Is there another layer of screed on top of the Beam and B...
by eeffttees
Thu Apr 12, 2018 1:06 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Penetrating Damp From Outside Wall Into Hallway and Whats the Best Course of Action to Take Whilst Waiting for Rendering to be Repaired
Replies: 2
Views: 2046

Re: Penetrating Damp From Outside Wall Into Hallway and Whats the Best Course of Action to Take Whilst Waiting for Rendering to be Repaired

Its hard to see from the photo, I guess that is the inside area. If you can upload a photo of the out side area to see where the water is coming from, It needs to be stopped before its getting into the wall. there is no point trying to treat it after it has got into the wall it will just make matter...
by eeffttees
Thu Apr 12, 2018 12:59 pm
Forum: Steel Framed Buildings Forum
Topic: How do I move a steel container?
Replies: 2
Views: 6212

Re: How do I move a steel container?

Moving a shipping container is not easy work, My guess is if it is sitting on soft ground (ie in allotments) the scaffold bar method will not work, you will need a Hiab lorry to pick it up and move it, A 20ft container when empty weighs around 2 tons. The other option is to get rid of it, totally, b...
by eeffttees
Tue Apr 10, 2018 5:33 pm
Forum: Workwear and Safety Clothing Forum
Topic: laying foundations for a small conservatory
Replies: 1
Views: 7607

Re: laying foundations for a small conservatory

You may have a leaking fresh water pipe (maybe an old lead pipe) or a cracked drain, if you get in touch with your local water company and ask if you can send them a sample of the water they may be able to test it to see if it is clean drinking water or is it water from the water table, You can also...
by eeffttees
Sat Apr 07, 2018 11:57 pm
Forum: DIY Computers Forum
Topic: Laptop Turns off a Few Seconds After Turning it on?
Replies: 6
Views: 4569

Re: Laptop Turns off a Few Seconds After Turning it on?

My laptop turned itself off while I was using it, now whenever I switch it on it begins to boot up but then turns off after only a few seconds, any ideas on what could be the problem? Bios problem == Disconnect the power supply for 10secs, re- connect, press F10 on your key board to get in to the b...
by eeffttees
Sat Apr 07, 2018 11:37 pm
Forum: Interior Design Forum
Topic: How to Fix Fabric Glitter Wallpaper Glue Showing Through
Replies: 1
Views: 2680

Re: How to Fix Fabric Glitter Wallpaper Glue Showing Through

The best way to fix Glitter Fabric (Wallpaper) is to use a Fabric Spray adhesive, or Spray contact adhesive same as the carpet adhesive Glitter fabric has become very popular in recent years, for interior design and home decor http://www.fabricuk.com/fabrics/692-glitter-fabric-for-back-drops-large-g...
by eeffttees
Sat Apr 07, 2018 4:52 pm
Forum: Bathrooms, Drainage and Waste Plumbing Forum
Topic: How to Seal a Leaking End Cap After Removing Sink
Replies: 1
Views: 5113

Re: How to Seal a Leaking End Cap After Removing Sink

15mm-stop-end.jpg Did you cut the pipe with a hacksaw or pipe cutters, ..? hack saw leaves a very rough cut which is never very square and clean, However best fit a compression end cap, (0.99p from screwfix) (15mm pipe normally for a sink) easy to fit, just need 2 adjustable spanners or 2 pipe grip...
by eeffttees
Sat Apr 07, 2018 4:37 pm
Forum: Bathrooms, Drainage and Waste Plumbing Forum
Topic: Brand new Replacement Triton T80 Shower not Working?
Replies: 4
Views: 12684

Re: Brand new Replacement Triton T80 Shower not Working?

Electrical problem,..!

Have you got enough cold water pressure to kick in the micro switch for the shower electrics..?

Might be worth checking..
by eeffttees
Sat Apr 07, 2018 4:32 pm
Forum: Bathrooms, Drainage and Waste Plumbing Forum
Topic: Help to Identify Toilet to get Replacement Parts
Replies: 1
Views: 3116

Re: Help to Identify Toilet to get Replacement Parts

chances are you will not be able to just buy the lid on its own, but you can buy the cistern with lid separate from the toilet pan,

however it does look like a Stax SupaPlumb toilet,

Hope it helps
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