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    Energy saving GU10 downlighters not working

    Yes, the bulb looks like this: http://s7g1.scene7.com/is/image/BandQ/4892657007916_001c_v001_zp?$159x159_sli$ The packaging says - Philips downlighter ww 827 50mm 220-240v R50 GU10 6000h The original bulb says - GU10 +C 240V 50W
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    Energy saving GU10 downlighters not working

    Just tried now, the single original lamp works fine. None of the other 3 energy saving ones work.
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    Energy saving GU10 downlighters not working

    Yes, they are doing one of the 2 functions :) No, there is no dimmer at all.
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    Energy saving GU10 downlighters not working

    Hi, I had 4x 50W, 240V GU10 bulbs in my kitchen. I got 4x Philips 10W(40W) 220-240V GU10 bulbs as replacement. But they are not working for some reason. Any ideas? Many thanks!
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    Laminate underlay with thermal insulation properties

    Hi, I am planning to install laminate flooring on concrete floor (no under floor heating). I am looking for an underlay with good insulation properties so that the floor does not become cold. From my research I have found 2 products which look intersting: 1) Depron...
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    Advice about plasterboards, screws, finishing etc

    @roughcaster, thanks for the advice. @JMLanders - It all happened because the aqualisa pump was not secured to base by their own engineer. The valves holding the pipe were seperated into 2 parts - the collar was still on the pipes while the rest of the valve was on pump. Aqaulisa blames on...
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    Advice about plasterboards, screws, finishing etc

    Hi, I had a lot of water damage in the house earlier this year and it has dried out now. Half of the ceilings fell or were taken down to allow the house to dry. The other half has artex on them. I need advise regarding some decisions: 1) Should I use tapered enge plasterboard and dry...
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    Shower enclosure dimensions - 1050mm

    Yes the enclosure is recessed. Filling the wall with concrete - are you suggesting filling with something like bonding or putting some kind of board?
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    Shower enclosure dimensions - 1050mm

    I am thinking of putting in a shower enclosure. The available width is 1050mm Most suppliers have tray and door sizes of 1000mm or 1100 mm wide. There are very few suppliers who can supply 1050, but they are very expensive. The question is - Is it better to go for 1000mm or 1100mm wide...
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    Laying laminate flooring on upper floors

    HI, I have seen laminate flooring in moder flats. Its not very noisy. Is it feasible to lay wooden flooring on the upper flooring of the house? My house is about 30 yrs old with regular floorboards and carpets. Do I have to do something for soundproofing? Or is it best not to do it...
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    How to slide dishwasher under the worktop

    Hi, I have bought a dishwasher, which I hope to install myself. However, I do not have much experience in DIY. My question is -- how can I slide the dishwasher under the kitchen worktop. I am afraid that if I just push it from front, I can damage the dishwasher, it may loose alignment or...
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