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    Insulating a bay window

    Thanks, but to a bit of novice no idea what "skeleton fixing" is or what "70mm batten clouts" are?
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    Insulating a bay window

    Thanks Noseall! What is the best way to secure the 2nd layer of Celotex? Also same question for the Plasterboard? Any particular type of fixing e.g. Drywall screws? Cheers
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    Insulating a bay window

    The plaster was loose underneath the bay window in my 1940s semi. So once I'd ripped out the lath and plaster I wanted to the opportunity to insulate the bay before it is replastered. There appears to some kind of felt exposed now (see pics below). So it would be great to get some advice on...
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    Advice needed for painting Tyrolean Render

    Brilliant, cheers nickjb
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    Advice needed for painting Tyrolean Render

    Great, thanks everyone some good advice by the looks of it! Do you have particular tips about using the roller or painting the render in general e.g. :- Best tips for using a roller? Which direction to 'roller' in and do you apply pressure going back and forth or in just 1 direction? When...
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    Advice needed for painting Tyrolean Render

    I have a 1940's semi which according to the surveyor is coated with a Tyrolean Render. It's looking rather tired and in some places is dis-coloured due to a leaking gutter and there is a little bit of mould. I'm looking for some advice on how to tackle this myself, in particular:- How to clean...
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