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by ronan01
Tue Jul 17, 2018 11:30 am
Forum: Builders and Builders Merchants Forum
Topic: Hollow Patches Where new Render has Been Applied Over Plastic Beading
Replies: 1
Views: 2160

Re: Hollow Patches Where new Render has Been Applied Over Plastic Beading

Sometimes drying shrinkage will also cause the hollow spots. If dense render is used on weak background then shrinkage cracking is sometimes inevitable. There are some solution you can find online like render treatment with silicon solution or painted with vapour impermeable paint or you can simply ...
by ronan01
Mon Jul 16, 2018 7:57 am
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Particle Board vs. MDF When Buuilding a Wardrobe
Replies: 3
Views: 5162

Re: Particle Board vs. MDF When Buuilding a Wardrobe

MDF is very consistent throughout, cut edges appear smooth and won’t have voids, splinters, allows easy cutting of detailed designs using a jigsaw, scroll saw or band saw. so it will be a better option here.
by ronan01
Fri Jul 13, 2018 11:20 am
Forum: Decking
Topic: Building Decking on Unused Extension Foundations
Replies: 1
Views: 2020

Re: Building Decking on Unused Extension Foundations

While When spacing your joist structure, you should keep the gap between joists (from centre to centre) no longer than 400mm. Simple spacer acts as an effective guide and a 2mm fall in the gradient of the joist in every metre is enough to see the rainwater runs away and stops any pooling, and low ma...
by ronan01
Fri Jul 13, 2018 10:43 am
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: Sticking and Joining Stone to Stone
Replies: 3
Views: 2293

Re: Sticking and Joining Stone to Stone

Gorilla Glue is resistant to water, heat and cold. more preferable i guess
by ronan01
Thu Jul 12, 2018 2:19 pm
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: Sticking and Joining Stone to Stone
Replies: 3
Views: 2293

Re: Sticking and Joining Stone to Stone

The surface must be clean, in other words free of grease and dust. Ethanol or isopropanol work usually well. It will glue better on rough surface, so if it fits in your work sand paper the surface before cleaning and applying glue.
by ronan01
Mon Jul 09, 2018 2:06 pm
Forum: Lofts and Loft Conversions Forum
Topic: Large Crack in Ceiling of Loft Conversion
Replies: 1
Views: 7593

Re: Large Crack in Ceiling of Loft Conversion

ceiling cracks are the general deterioration of the houses. However, cracks especially those wider than 1/8-inch may indicate structural issues. There are various underpinning methods and materials that can be used to repair your foundation and stop cracks. I advise you to get the help of good build...
by ronan01
Mon Jul 09, 2018 1:47 pm
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: Can you Extend an Extension Without Knocking Down the Original?
Replies: 2
Views: 3714

Re: Can you Extend an Extension Without Knocking Down the Original?

Yes, it is possible to extend like you said but it would be advisable to take professional building contractor's help or an architect. As for building extensions, you will need a party wall agreement if you have a neighbouring wall attached to your property.
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