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I've been in the loft space over of my 1930s semi-detached house this weekend and noticed that two of the beams (45 X 95) coming diagonally from one side of the roof to the loft floor is bent. I have attached a picture to show what I mean. My query is whether this is indicative of a big problem...

Just moved into a new house, and finally got around to cleaning the patio. After jet washing it, my darkish patio is in fact a lovely yellow and red colour. This might be to someone taste, but I would like to know of I can recolour the patio flag slabs to grey colour I have done a little...

Sorry for the late reply, I have been a bit detracted with internal house renovations. No rest for the wicked... :( With all that behind me now, I am now focus on my flint wall. With all the generous feedback the consensus seem to be just clean and re-pointing the original flint wall...

The previous carpet was fine, no issues with the gap at the threshold level or doors completely opening

Hi I had carpet fitted in our bedroom and on the stairs and landing at the weekend. I am looking for any advice that you have regarding the fitting at the threshold between the landing and the bedroom. I have attached some pictures which show what we currently have....a large dip from...

Carpet fitting job

My garden is has three tiers, tier one is ground level tier two is 1.5m from ground level. tier three is 3.5m tier two level. On the second tier, it has steps leading upto the third tier. On either side of the step there are bank of earth which is held up by an old flint wall which has...

Hi all, I would like to know what is the best process for rendering my garden flint wall. (Step by step if possible) What would you recommend; Sand/Cement mix? How many layers of render? Do i need a wire mesh for support? Do i have to worry about damp prior to the job? What are the best...