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    Join between Lime Plaster and Gypsum Ceiling

    I have recently replace gypsum plasterboard with 3 coat lime plaster which has a thinner total thickness . This has left approx 1cm non plastered section all the way round, between wall and ceiling.. I'm looking for a simple way to repair this. I
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    Is my vertical radiator the wrong way round

    I had this vertical radiator professionally installed but they were not sure if they had fitted with diverter on correct side! (note flow is right and return is left) . Radiator is really slow to heat but does get there eventually . Does that sticker indicate flow direction or point to the...
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    Wood fibre boards join with floor

    We have had joists replace and rockwool insulation inserted and tomorrow will be putting floor covering on (22mm caper board). Some walls will have wood fibre IWI. How much of a compromise is it to sit these on the chipboard and build up wall ? I know technically you are meant to cut it back but...
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    Bay window / Cavity Join insulation beads blown from neighbor

    We are looking to insulate the bay window and have removed the old Frame that supported a seat, this has uncovered the cavity. On the side closest to the neighbour a significant build up of polystyrene balls has occurred - maybe they didn't but a barrier in the cavity when they insulated - so...
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    Suspended Floor Insulation Choice Wood Fibre and Rockwool

    I'm getting around 30 SqM of suspended floor insulated in two weeks time. I'm torn between Steico Wood Fibre Flex 100mm or Rockwool 100mm - I can't find much on wood fibre being used but I really like what I have read about the material. Also we currently have traditional floor boards - the...
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    Issues with Chimney Flashing

    I had an issue last year with some damp timer behind the chimney stack (shared on Semi-Detatched of 1920's property) have since had flaunching completely re-done and , repointing on my side and a new lead tray along the back of chimney as proactive measure and to repair leak. After recent rain...
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    How to seal around soil pipe where it enters the wall

    I have noticed a draft coming through where the downstairs loo is situated. What would be the most straightforward way I could seal this area around the soil pipe?. Hoping to do it myself. It's a cavity wall in 1930's house. Thanks
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    What kind of Osmo oil do I need for oak step

    Recently had a threshold/internal step put in made of oak to replace the old mdf one . It seems there is a huge choice of osma oil products - what would I need for best protection and natural look. Just an oil or a protector as well ? If so could you recommend a kind. It is indoors but can get...
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    Fire door between house and garage gap above

    Recently had an FD30 firedoor installed by joiner between garage and house and the gap on top is 6-7mm. Gap to sides is <4mm which seems fine. I have asked for it to be re-hung - is this reasonable request ? As I have seen this should be <4mm gap - it has the fire strips and brush on frame but...
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    Mid Terrace Re-Roofing advice following survey

    Looking for some advice on behalf of my brother. Survey came back on a 1880's Stone Built Terrace which stated a full re-roof needed (roof is slate) - however trying to establish if its just the roof or any of the structure looks untoward.. I was a bit concerned about the vertical bits of wood...
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