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by SamCo
Thu Nov 10, 2022 3:47 pm
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Bentley LVT - Any good?
Replies: 1
Views: 2393

Re: Bentley LVT - Any good?

Hi Manc, Did you ever buy this? We have been looking at the range too. I have seen some press releases about it saying it is as good as, if not, better than Amtico and Karndean. This article is good too https://storiesflooring.co.uk/blogs/stories/cheaper-alternative-to-amtico-flooring . I ordered so...
by SamCo
Wed Aug 24, 2022 11:12 am
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: LVT Vs SPC for Bathroom and Bedroom
Replies: 0
Views: 1272

LVT Vs SPC for Bathroom and Bedroom

Hi guys, I currently have engineered wood in my bedroom and horrible lino in my en-suite. I want to re-do the floor throughout so it all matches. Obviously, I can't install engineered wood in the en-suit, so I am looking at LVT or SPC. I know SPC comes with a built-in underlay, but I'm just wonderin...
by SamCo
Thu Feb 10, 2022 4:36 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Painting kitchen cabinet doors.
Replies: 1
Views: 1665

Re: Painting kitchen cabinet doors.

Fully recommend detaching them and spraying them. A nice even finish and really quick to do
by SamCo
Thu Feb 10, 2022 3:18 pm
Forum: Concreting, Drives, Paths and Patios Forum
Topic: Boundary Issue
Replies: 1
Views: 1601

Boundary Issue

Hi guys I'm wanting to attach a fence to the wall that divides my and my neighbour's back garden as it is a low wall and I want privacy for my family. Do you know the law? If she says no then can we still do it? I don't know who owns it in the deeds but she is saying that she is the owner. Let me kn...
by SamCo
Mon Jul 08, 2019 4:18 pm
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Engineered or Solid Wood Flooring for Kitchen
Replies: 0
Views: 2349

Engineered or Solid Wood Flooring for Kitchen

Hi we have just completed the kitchen renovation apart from the floor. My girlfriend would love solid wood flooring but I have heard they don't do well in moisture prone areas. I saw this guide https://lifestyleflooringuk.co.uk/blog/post/engineered-wood-vs-solid-wood-flooring saying that engineered ...
by SamCo
Mon Jul 08, 2019 9:26 am
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Installing Plywood Subfloor to Install Engineered Wood Floor on top
Replies: 1
Views: 3073

Re: Installing Plywood Subfloor to Install Engineered Wood Floor on top

Hi David the engineered flooring is built on ply? its part of the product.

You can just float it on the existing floorboards
by SamCo
Mon Jul 08, 2019 9:21 am
Forum: Builders and Builders Merchants Forum
Topic: Any Idea What This Cable is and why it Goes Next Door ?
Replies: 3
Views: 2475

Re: Any Idea What This Cable is and why it Goes Next Door ?

Personally I would call an electrician forst Pal. Act dumb with the neighbour and then there's no fall out with them accusing you of suspecting them stealing volts from you.
by SamCo
Mon Jul 08, 2019 9:18 am
Forum: Conversion, Refurbishment and Renovation Forum
Topic: Crumbling Brick Behind Fireplace After Removing
Replies: 5
Views: 2523

Re: Crumbling Brick Behind Fireplace After Removing

Hi mate,

Look at the Fire Cement option. Render is all. It's hard to see without photos
by SamCo
Mon Jul 08, 2019 8:56 am
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Vinyl Click Tiles in Kitchen
Replies: 1
Views: 1931

Re: Vinyl Click Tiles in Kitchen

What is the original floor? If it's concrete then I would screed it. If it's floorboards then maybe cover the whole floor with a 20mm MDF.
by SamCo
Mon Jul 08, 2019 8:31 am
Forum: Home Automation and Cinema Forum
Topic: Nest Doorbell Camera Gone Offline
Replies: 0
Views: 2360

Nest Doorbell Camera Gone Offline

Hi all,

I have recently bought a NEST doorbell camera. It's set up near my router however when someone comes to the door it takes a while (about 2 minutes) to alert me and this obviously can result in the person leaving by the time I get the alert.

Any advice on to make it instant?
by SamCo
Sun Jul 07, 2019 7:25 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Exterior Wood Paint and Painting Wood Surrounds on a Garage
Replies: 4
Views: 2664

Re: Exterior Wood Paint and Painting Wood Surrounds on a Garage

I have personally used Hammerite and can't recommend it enough. I painted my garage a racing green 6 years ago and it still looks fab.

Hope that helps
by SamCo
Sun Jul 07, 2019 7:24 pm
Forum: Builders and Builders Merchants Forum
Topic: Any Idea What This Cable is and why it Goes Next Door ?
Replies: 3
Views: 2475

Re: Any Idea What This Cable is and why it Goes Next Door ?

Jeeeeez, looks crazy. Do you know where the main feed for electrics enters your property? This could be a main route in that is also shared with your neighbour?

What is your electricity bill like?
by SamCo
Sun Jul 07, 2019 7:21 pm
Forum: Conversion, Refurbishment and Renovation Forum
Topic: Crumbling Brick Behind Fireplace After Removing
Replies: 5
Views: 2523

Re: Crumbling Brick Behind Fireplace After Removing

Are you planning on having a live fire in there? I think if so you had best either render the bricks with a solid ratio of cement or install acros and rebrick.

Let me know about the live flame. Do you have photos?
by SamCo
Sun Jul 07, 2019 7:19 pm
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Is Membrane Needed For Laminate Flooring Over Chipboard Floor?
Replies: 3
Views: 6239

Re: Is Membrane Needed For Laminate Flooring Over Chipboard Floor?

You shouldn't need to. Is the chipboard wet / damp?

What is under it? The floorboards?

Sorry for the questions but it will gove me a better idea of how to help
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