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Any ideas on how to prevent a new surface being graffiti'd? I've seen clear anti-graffiti paint, but am hoping there may be a cheaper alternative. Someone mentioned applying a polish - any experience on whether this works? Mike.

Microgyr 40 central heating control box is set to Central Heating OFF and Hot Water ON. When the HW button is depessed manually, both HW AND CH switch on, instead of just the HW as expected. This previously functioned OK. There is now also an alpha "B" character flashing on the display...

I believe the filter may need cleaning, as the program cycle time is becoming longer. The Servis handbook indicates the filter is situated lower right on front panel, but is not there on the model I have. Where else do they locate filter covers, if not on the front panel? Many thanks, Mike.

Has just displayed "F0" - and gone cold. Assume this is an error message, and would very much appreciate knowing how to fix it. Many thanks, Mike.

Wiring diagram for new ceiling light fitting indicates there should be a "switched cable" and a "mains cable" in the ceiling. It shows the "switched cable" as containing 2 live wires and 1 earth. It shows the "mains cable" as containing 1 live, 1 neutral and 1 earth wire. However, all that is...

The interior window sills are currently 6" deep and I would like to increase this to 10" or 12". I understand that vinyl extension moldings are available for this purpose, which can be fixed over the existing sills - but cannot find the manufacturer or local stockist (Kingston/Richmond, Surrey...

Thanks for advice - especially from Noseall and JohnD. However, the problem continues, and I would like to offer a couple of photos of the affected area, for your further opinions. I've not been able to sus out how to attach photos here, but if you let me have your e-mail addresses, I can mail...

Hi, Going back to my original query - I have since removed the paint and applied a fungicide (mould cleaner - is that the same thing?) - but within 24-48 hours a growth has re-appeared. It has a thin pale hair-like appearance. Not sure if photos can be attached here, but can send one direct if...

Thanks for that. Is remedy to simply sand down and repaint - or is there any other required treatment? There is no sign of residual dampness now. Thanks and regards, Mike.

Hi, Am seeking information regarding cause of a salt-like deposit that appeared on the surface of a plastered internal (kitchen) wall. This developed into larger "bumps" - some hollow and some solid. It is NOT a newly-plastered wall, and the problem only affects it up to about 4 foot from...

Hi, I need to replace a hip tile to my roof, where one has fallen off. Cannot afford the professional quote, so am investigating doing it myself. Apart from buying the tile and cement - I would appreciate any advice on offer to assist in ensuring a safe and efficient job? I have aluminium...

The rear wheel arches of my Transit are rusted and need to be replaced. Nothing new there, perhaps - but the problem is that it is a campervan and the built-in interior equipment precludes the possibility of welding, due to the increased fire risk. I was thinking perhaps along the lines...

No noise from compressor, even when thermostat turned to coldest. All is deathly quiet. Need new thermostat? Mike.

Fridge-Freezer belonging to my very elderly mother has suddenly defrosted (and it's not an auto-defrost model). Have cleared up the water, binned the food from the freezer, and would like to know if there is anything I could investigate before resigning myself to buying a replacement. No real...

Well, the good news is that the problem seems to have gone away I would like to take his opportunity to thank 4-8 and Softus for offering to help - this is very much appreciated. I only recently came across this site, and it's really a great help for folk such as me. Thanks again Mike.

Last evening when I turned on the hot water tap in bathroom washbasin, it kind of burped, stuttered and finally flowed OK. Next morning the water is only warm, not hot. Hot water cylinder in airing cupboard is also only warm (cold at bottom few inches). Some of the pipes in airing...