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by stoneyboy
Sun May 05, 2024 10:26 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Double skinned door repainting.
Replies: 1
Views: 154

Re: Double skinned door repainting.

Hi funkydad, If the door was painted by the Barret tradesmen then you should be able to repaint it with one of the metal paints but do use a fine wire wool on the door so as to give a key. Since it is a metal door it’s more likely to be a factory applied finish and in this case you may have to use c...
by stoneyboy
Sun May 05, 2024 10:15 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Repair advice needed for mould build up on timber beading window frame
Replies: 1
Views: 150

Re: Repair advice needed for mould build up on timber beading window frame

Hi casualdiy, Yes it would be best to leave any repairs until the summer, sand the surface then apply wet rot wood hardener. Once this has set you can then repaint. Once the paint has dried/cured I would suggest you apply a small bead of silicone mastic to the wood-glass join so that if you get cond...
by stoneyboy
Sat May 04, 2024 10:44 pm
Forum: Tiles and Tiling Forum
Topic: Ceramic tiling on a woodblock floor
Replies: 1
Views: 150

Re: Ceramic tiling on a woodblock floor

Hi vaultsman,
It would be best to use a decoupling membrane but it is essential to check whether there is an effective DPM below the wood block floor. If there are any defects damp will build up below the membrane and the wood blocks will swell.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Sat Apr 20, 2024 9:56 pm
Forum: Concreting, Drives, Paths and Patios Forum
Topic: Concrete shed base - ok to leave tree stump?
Replies: 1
Views: 144

Re: Concrete shed base - ok to leave tree stump?

Hi jnix,
You would do better digging it out but you could encase it in concrete but expect cracks in the stump area.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Sat Apr 20, 2024 9:51 pm
Forum: Bathrooms, Drainage and Waste Plumbing Forum
Topic: Strange loud noise when toilet flushes
Replies: 1
Views: 127

Re: Strange loud noise when toilet flushes

Hi ingridguerci94,
The most likely culprit is the fill valve, to confirm try depressing the ball valve arm slightly.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Thu Apr 18, 2024 10:57 pm
Forum: Roofing Repair and Construction Forum
Topic: Roofing Repairs for Leaking Roof - Which Quote?
Replies: 1
Views: 138

Re: Roofing Repairs for Leaking Roof - Which Quote?

Hi girlie26, If the chimney is not used and you have no plans to reinstate it, it’s best to remove it. I would be very wary of a contractor who is prepared to carry out chimney works from a ladder. For these reasons I would suggest contractor A but whichever one you choose check they have public lia...
by stoneyboy
Sun Apr 14, 2024 10:25 pm
Forum: Conversion, Refurbishment and Renovation Forum
Topic: Am I able to cover up a cracked internal window sill?
Replies: 2
Views: 134

Re: Am I able to cover up a cracked internal window sill?

Hi jonlondone17,
You could buy a length of upvc capping board and fit this on top of the existing cill. You will have to do some careful cutting and the front edge will have a corner rather than a rounded edge. Use silicone mastic to hide the join and to stick the cover board down.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Sat Apr 13, 2024 10:46 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Can I strap 40mm waste direct to wall?
Replies: 5
Views: 168

Re: Can I strap 40mm waste direct to wall?

Hi mattdownsouth,
Sorry I should have called them zip cable ties - if you can find them use ones that are about 7mm wide.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Fri Apr 12, 2024 10:50 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Can I strap 40mm waste direct to wall?
Replies: 5
Views: 168

Re: Can I strap 40mm waste direct to wall?

Hi mattdownsouth,
Fix tight to the wall using large zip clips - screw the clip onto the wall and zip!
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Fri Apr 12, 2024 10:47 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Stuck 55mm nut in Mira shower
Replies: 2
Views: 166

Re: Stuck 55mm nut in Mira shower

Hi stronach, From experience your chances of getting the cartridge undone are slim - it’s probably naturally welded with limescale in the housing. If you have a centre punch you could try driving it round using the punch at an oblique angle - use the punch on flats on the opposite sides. The danger ...
by stoneyboy
Tue Apr 09, 2024 10:24 pm
Forum: Fencing Forum
Topic: Help! How to install fence toppers
Replies: 1
Views: 136

Re: Help! How to install fence toppers

Hi helengolds, The first question is “ is the fence yours” - if the posts are on your side of the fence it may be owned by you but if they are behind the fence panels it may be owned by your neighbour. Second question “are the posts at 6 foot centres” if yes you could face fix some lengths of 100x25...
by stoneyboy
Mon Apr 08, 2024 10:08 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: How do I fill gaps between Plasterboard and Ceiling?
Replies: 1
Views: 153

Re: How do I fill gaps between Plasterboard and Ceiling?

Hi wull691c,
It looks like scrim has not been used when the plastering was done, probably the easiest solution would be to fit coving.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Mon Apr 08, 2024 10:00 pm
Forum: Decorating Forum
Topic: Matt on skirting error
Replies: 1
Views: 156

Re: Matt on skirting error

Hi swharton,
Sand and then try a water based primer/undercoat on a small area, then apply a water based top coat and see if it all adheres.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Mon Apr 08, 2024 9:56 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Oiled wood mistake.
Replies: 1
Views: 152

Re: Oiled wood mistake.

Hi sydh,
Probably best to stick with oiling in the spring, if you try a different coating it may not adhere.
Regards S
by stoneyboy
Mon Apr 08, 2024 9:53 pm
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Hinges for wardrobe to replace sliding door
Replies: 1
Views: 150

Re: Hinges for wardrobe to replace sliding door

Hi johnseers,
If you search for spring loaded hinges for top hinged doors you should find what you want.
https://images.nexusapp.co/assets/5e/26 ... 543564.jpg.
Regards S
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