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Hi there, I have some mold in my loft on the rafters. I'm currently sorting out the causes of the condensation so my question isn't to do with that. What should I treat the actual mold with? I have some basic mold spray but wondered if I shouldn't spray this at wood and if there was...

Hi there, I'm pretty sure I have a handle on the root cause of condensation in the loft (//www.diynot.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=160032) But one thing that I seem to get different answers on is loft insulation - I'm talking about fibre glass based normal loft insulation that isn't...

Hi there, I need to get ventilation tiles for more ventilation in my loft. I'm also considering an extractor fan in the bathroom that will vent out the roof. Could someone point me in the right direction after looking at the photo below? (you should be able to click on it to enlarge it...

Hi all I'm thinking of adding some soffit vents something like this: http://www.screwfix.com/p/circular-soffit-vent-white-pack-of-10/68936 Is there a reommended amount of vents that should go in? Is this a DIY job? Again, much appreciated Matt

Hi there I'm planning on installing a bathroom fan. Does anyone have any advice? I don't really want to cut my window and the external wall is pretty much all window. I think I'll go into the ceiling and then along a bit and out of the soffit. My specific questions are: Are ther any...

Hi there Firstly this is my first decking project so please go easy on me! I have an image here that will definitely help explain where I am: At the moment I have a slope that slopes away from the house to a garden wall. The half of the garden nearest the wall is using supported...

Hi All I've just ordered softwood decking from Wickes as they had a good deal on. I had a little look at composite and hardwood but this deal made it seem the best option for me. Now that I've done this, what would be the best way to get the most out of it. We only have a small garden so...

Hi all, I know this is a common problem and covered on many other threads but my question is really about drying. We have condensation all over our roof in the attic (more about below if people are interested). I have dessicant dehumidier - this basically sucks in moist air, takes the...

We have a small room downstairs that at the moment doesn't have a ceiling, plasterboard or heating. It has no insulation and although it has 2 skins of bricks its obviously very cold. Its been like this since we moved in nearly 2 years ago and is something that we've been meaning to get...