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How can I fill in this big gap in my steps to my front door. I have tried mortar, but it just falls through because there just empty space behind.

In the process of decorating the upstairs bedrooms. Took the wallpaper off and noticed a crack in the wall near the ceiling. Investigated further and took the wallpaper off on the otherside of the wall in the next room. There was a crack there too! The chimney runs upwards near the crack...... I...

Due to the bad weather we've had recently I didn't realise I brought ice into the house on my shoes. The ice melted and left a pool of water on the my laminate floor. Consequently the laminate floor at the joint has risen slightly. Is there a way of fixing this problem without replacing it or...

I am planning on converting my loft, but would like to remove the top part of the chimney to maximise space. Would this be too much of a structural job and not worth the hassle and is planning permission required?

Any chance of a new forum section? I have a bicycle that's causing me problems and no-where to ask technical info.

I have found the filling loop to re-pressurise my bolier. However, when I turn the black tap as shown in the following link, nothing happens. http://www.toolstation.com/images/library/stock/webbig/35419.jpg Do I need to tuen the valve on the other end of the filling loop..

I have the above boiler and the boiler pressure reads just above 0. I still have hot water but am aware that I should top up the water?... I have been trying to figure out where and how (The manual is really confusing) I found a black plastic valve under the boiler on the right which reads...

Hi, Im laying an approx 15 sqm patio in my garden and I have a few questions: 1. I have put approx 7cm hardore into the hole I dug which is approx 20cm deep, but it doesnt seem to be level and sloping away from the house. Will this be ok when I compact. Can i relevel once the hardcore is...

I have an ambition to build an Italian Brick Oven in my garden. I wonder if this is too much of a grand plan and if there are more modest alternatives.........

I am fitting skirting boards to wall. I don't have a mitre saw and I need to cut 45 degree angles. Is there a way to do this?[/u]

This is the view of the roof above my bay window. What material is this and does it need replacing? (There is no evidence of leaks, but i would like to improve the roof before it does)

This seems like an obvious question, but allow me to put it in context. I recently got my kitchen fitted and for the past few weeks the plumbing underneath the sink has been leaking water. There is a small break in the laminate surface (5mm) and this has been absorbing water. The laminate is...

I have used expansion foam to fill some holes on the outside wall of my house. (Some plumbers left the holes). The foam has become yellow, and on the side of the tin, there is a note that says that the foam is not UV resistant. What does this mean? I will eventualy cover the foam with...

I am planning on putting down laminate flooring in my living room. I took off all the skirting board and some of the wall crumbled to leave uneven surfaces. I now want to start laying the floor and must leave a 10mm gap for expansion. BUT how do I use the spacers when the wall near the floor...

I put some boxes of laminate flooring. In the instructions, it says to lay the first laminate board at the doorway. Anyone know why?

I have an old small arial box in my living room (the size of a power socket). It has 2 arial connections labelled as UHF and VHF. I have a third arial connection which I use as normal and I have it connected to my freeview box. What are the first 2 connections for???

My windows are rotten on the outside. The wood is nearly crumbling in some places. Also the putty that holds the windows in place is gone is some places. I am planning to replace them with double-glazing, BUT cannot afford it yet. SO in the meantime, does anyone have any suggestions on...

I am aware that DIY stores sell silicone removal solutions. I want to remove the silicone from my shower and put a new layer on. Are these removal kits effective?

Is there a special way to fit skirting board, i.e. glue, nails ?

I think this is an excellent web-site. This has helped me out on so many occasions, so I am extremely greatful. Is this a full time occupation, or is this just a something that someone has set up as a hobby.