Recent content by davidor

It is always suggested that when blocking up a fireplace, a vent should be put in to prevent condensation and damp. I have a 1970s brick-built house with two chimneys going up the middle, which I no longer use. If I block off the fireplace AND cap the chimney, does it still need ventilation...

What determines whether you use BSP straight or taper fittings? As I understand it, male straight to female straight fits (no sniggers now), male taper to female taper fits, and male taper to female straight fits. But why for instance would you use the last option over straight/straight or...