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    Building a step

    The DPC runs right underneath the concrete plinth the door frame is resting on, just course of mortar separating them.
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    Building a step

    I did consider using blocks, but my skill at buttering and bedding blocks is pretty much zero, and I'm likely to end up with something far more dangerous than the exisiting drop. :cry: I'm far more confident that I can build a wooden mold and shovel concrete into it without major problems...
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    Free PDF Editor ?

    Do you want to edit an existing PDF or create a new one? For creating a new document, if I recall correctly Sun's OpenOffice will let you save as PDF. For editing an existing one, if its just text you should be able to copy and paste in the editor of your choice.
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    PC warning light and sound

    Is it still blinking and flashing after cleaning the crud out? If so it's probably not overheating unless you keep it in the oven. Try CPUID CPU-Z and HWMonitor for system speed and temps etc. http://www.cpuid.com/
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    Building a step

    I need to build a concrete step from my back door down into the yard as it's currently a drop of 250mm which my disabled partner and ageing dog both struggle with. I'm looking at a size of around 900 x 450 x 125 mm which I work out to be 0.05 cubic meters and to be honest I'm getting myself...
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