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    Holding the curtain rail to the bracket:Lost grub screw - what size?

    Hi All, We've lost the hex grub screw that is used for securing the curtain rail to the bracket. Does anyone know if there is a standard thread/size that is used for curtain rails? Thanks, N
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    Spiked castor cups

    Hi, I've searched the internet high and low for spiked castor cups with an internal diameter of 50mm - can't find them! Does anyone know if these exist and if not why not!! Notting
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    Thermostatic controller / wireless receiver compatibility questions

    Hi, I currently have a british gas installed/branded thermostatic controller and wireless receiver. This is the wireless receiver: http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss83/al222b/KNB1530/P1013688a_zps1b63a57e.jpg I want to upgrade the controller, so that I can set different timings for...
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    What's going on here then?!

    Hello all, Is this normal?! Why is the fireplace not in the middle of the chimney breast? Thanks, JT
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    Damp issue caused by rain dripping off window sil (with pic)

    Hi, After having three damp surveys which have not identified the root cause of the issue, but are have issued a quote for work for two grand, I think I have found the cause of the damp issue in my house myself. Please see pic: Inside: I stood out in the rain the other day...
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    Recommendations for plaster in north London

    Hi All, I have a small plastering job that needs doing and am looking for a plasterer. (Plastering is one of the jobs I don't fancy taking on) I'm looking for a plasterer who can take on this job. Does anyone know a plaster *that they have used* in north London that they could...
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    Fridge lightbulb

    Hi All, What will happen if I use a 15w bulb in a fridge that says 10w maximum? Thanks, Notting
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    Replacing plug socket (with pictures)

    Hi, I am looking to replace a plug socket. However, the wires that I can see in the old configuration do not match any of the diagrams included in the new plug socket box (when do they ever...). Old configuration: New plug socket: Closest diagram provided in box: Any...
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    Easy one - how to tighten toilet seat?!

    Hi, This should be easy, but I can't work out how to tighten this toilet seat! What am I missing? Thanks in advance! Notting
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    Bathroom light, fan & switch (+bonus flickering) issue

    Hi All, Situation: Bathroom has one 1 light and 1 bathroom fan extractor. They were both working fine until the lightbulb blew. Additionally the fan extractor timer no longer worked and the fan would not turn itself off. I replaced the lightbulb, which turns on. I bought a new...
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