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Hi, We have a problem with the screws on the external door between our kitchen and the lean-to. The screw holes seem to have been stripped and the screws keep coming out of the holes causing problems locking the door. Any ideas how we can fix it? It is a glass and PVC door and the lock bit...

Hi, we recently had our bedroom skimmed and part of the plaster cracked as the plaster underneath has blown. The plasterer came out and removed this section before replastering however due to the hot weather we have had I think it has dried out too quick and some hairline cracks have formed...

We have recently had our bedroom walls skimmed but when we went to put on the second coat of paint, noticed we have a thin crack in the new paintwork. A second coat of paint has not helped. Tapping the wall it does seen to be hollow. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks

I am currenlty decorating my bedroom though when we went to put on the second coat of paint, noticed we have a thin crack in the new paintwork about six inches long. A second coat of paint has not helped. Any suggestions? The rest of the wall is fine. Thanks

Has anyone got any tips for painting skirting boards? The walls are nearly finished so will be starting them soon but don't want to pull off the wall paint with masking tape. Thanks

Hi, can anyone tell me that the purpose of the little plastic bits that fit over the metal bracket that fixes the radiator for the wall are for? Thanks

Can anyone advise if I will need to sand down the skirting boards and other woodwork before painting them? Also, should i leave this till after the walls are painted? Cheers

Can anyone advise if it is best to paint the walls or skirting boards first? I always thought you paint the skirting boards first and come up a little higher but most things I have read say to start from the top of a room and work down. Also any tips on how to paint the skirting and doors...

I have just had a room skimmed and now need to paint. I know I need to apply a water/paint mix though does this also need to be applied behind the radiator? The wall behind has been plastered but I am not too worried about what is behind. Will the heat affect the plaster if I do not do this...