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by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:57 pm
Forum: Concreting, Drives, Paths and Patios Forum
Topic: Concrete Steps and Patio Drop From French Doors
Replies: 1
Views: 1766

Re: Concrete Steps and Patio Drop From French Doors

Clad with a high plastic content composite decking? lay on upvc around 5mm thick to let the water flow off.
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:54 pm
Forum: Cowboy Builders
Topic: Opinions of Web Sites Offering Good Tradesmen?
Replies: 9
Views: 3366

Re: Opinions of Web Sites Offering Good Tradesmen?

The way I see it and it is just my opinion is this. All these independent sites charge to list a tradesman. If your a busy builder you don't need to pay out for these 3rd party adverts. try asking people who they use, ask for references, go to see previous jobs. Do they have a website with a portfol...
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:40 pm
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: Timber Framed Garden Building Including Bed, Shower and Toilet
Replies: 2
Views: 2530

Re: Timber Framed Garden Building Including Bed, Shower and Toilet

Id go bigger personally and add barrier layer, (roofing membrane). say 4x2, osb, 2x2 barrier layer then shiplap. Ive built a lot like this and they retain heat amazingly. Obviously this would cost more. Worst case scenario add the fabric layer before the ship lap on your original plan. Shiplap can s...
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:36 pm
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: Livingroom Floor Joist Strength to Support Aquarium
Replies: 3
Views: 2765

Re: Livingroom Floor Joist Strength to Support Aquarium

extra legs a great idea as above or run opposing direction 6x2 joists underneath chocked up on blocks. This would spread the load really well and give a post and beam type load spreading effect. I did both of the above when adding a 250kg concrete island in my kitchen last year. It hasn't fallen thr...
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:32 pm
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: What Material is This Counter Made of?
Replies: 5
Views: 2531

Re: What Material is This Counter Made of?

Defo concrete. Really great look and fun to make. Preparation is key. I made my 250KG kitchen island form concrete. Cast it carefully and didnt need to polish, just pop out the cast allow to dry and seal :D
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:29 pm
Forum: Architecture, Self Build and Design Forum
Topic: Shed Foundations for new Brick Shed
Replies: 1
Views: 3599

Re: Shed Foundations for new Brick Shed

Is the skim layer just to have a smooth floor in the shed?

How big is the shed please
Assuming its a timber shed? what roof, whats sized timbers are you using in the wall, etc please.

trying to get an idea of the overall weight
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:27 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Sourcing Modern 4" x 2" Joists That are not 45mm x 95mm
Replies: 3
Views: 2233

Re: Sourcing Modern 4" x 2" Joists That are not 45mm x 95mm

Im in West Wales but our local saw mill here, Esgair estate, will cut timber to any spec and its no more expensive than buying off the shelf in Travis Perkins or similar. As an eg a 4.8m length of 6x2 is approx £10, thats in Douglas or Larch.

It pays to shop around and play suppliers off each other
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:25 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Timber Choice for Outdoor Ballustrade?
Replies: 1
Views: 2073

Re: Timber Choice for Outdoor Ballustrade?

If you want a good solid wood at an affordable price look at Larch or Douglas fir. I work regularly with the woods you've mentioned and these in outdoor applications and Douglas is super strong and goes a lovely silver colour within around 6 months. We have local saw mills that cut it to order here ...
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:21 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Removal of Custom Built Desk
Replies: 1
Views: 1962

Re: Removal of Custom Built Desk

I think if it was me Id saw through the middle somewhere and go from there.

Chances are there one screw screw somewhere in the top and you probs will need a little filler afterwards. Much the same with the floor Im guessing.

This wouldnt be a plan to g with if you want to reassemble it of course
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:19 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: shave bottom of door for better fit
Replies: 4
Views: 2567

Re: shave bottom of door for better fit

If its 3mm Id use the circular saw. Poss without a guide but clamp a piece of 2x1 or similar along the door to run the saw along. Quick sand an hey presto!

Good luck

Oh and remember you can always take more off but its very hard to put it back on!
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:17 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Particle Board vs. MDF When Buuilding a Wardrobe
Replies: 3
Views: 5249

Re: Particle Board vs. MDF When Buuilding a Wardrobe

MDF defo. Dont scrimp on finish if you are painting or spraying.
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:15 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: What is This Moulding for Shelf in VW T4
Replies: 3
Views: 2024

Re: What is This Moulding for Shelf in VW T4

Most builder centres have a massive selection of these in hard and softwood, it may be worth taking a piece along to try and match. If you fail buy new :D Good luck
by Shem KSW
Sun Oct 21, 2018 8:13 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Soaked Chipboard and MDF in Loft Conversion
Replies: 6
Views: 2682

Re: Soaked Chipboard and MDF in Loft Conversion

As mentioned above the OSB should be ok, check the end grain for expansion if you can. If its just hit the flat surface it will be fine.

MDF, Hhmmm, maybe get another carpenter to check it for you?

Good luck
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