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    Tree stump

    I removed a tree stump from my back garden recently...about the same size as yours by the sound of it. After prowling around it for a while I decided that the best way was to remove it by hand. Yes it was (very)hard work but it is cheap and you can work on it as much or as little as you want...
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    Decking design ideas, opinions please...

    Thats an interesting idea, hadn't thought of that. Only thing is the garden gate swings inwards towards the garage door so the whole corner would have to be sunken. Also not really sure how to build the frame to lower the deck enough to accomodate the gate? :? I guess there would still be...
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    patio

    Hi Check this out, all you need to know... http://www.pavingexpert.com/patio01.htm#pcp
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    Decking design ideas, opinions please...

    Yes I know, another thread on decking, sorry :) Ok so I have a patio - 60x60 slabs - very drab looking but stable so I'm planning on decking over it. Using the magic of Google Sketchup (which I cannot recommend enough, its brilliant and free) I have created a 3D model of my garden so I can...
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    Design Idea 2

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    Design Idea 1

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    Patio Deck Project

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    laying a stepping stone path

    Look again... http://www.pavingexpert.com/step_stones_01.htm
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    Decking Posts, Joists and DPM Questions.

    I found an excellent photo guide to decking the other day... http://www.ultimatehandyman.co.uk/diy/decking/index.htm
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    laying a stepping stone path

    Have you had a look at http://www.pavingexpert.com ?
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    Any ideas welcome please

    Helipad? Sorry, couldn't resist :lol: Looks like the perfect space for some decking, thats what I would do. Unless you fancy breaking the concrete up (doubtful!) and having a green area. What was there previously...a shed?
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    Decking above damp proof course

    Having read through loads of posts on here about decking the general concensus is not to worry too much about the DPC as long as there is a small gap between ledger and wall to aid drainage. Where it becomes more of an issue is where there will be a build up of standing water above the DPC...
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    Slate Tiles

    I've recently tiled my new kitchen with natural slate and it looks fantastic. I cut the tiles using a black and decker workmate, 2 clamps and an angle grinder with diamond blade. First time I had used an angle grinder too and I found the job easier than expected. The blade went through the slate...
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    Netgear wireless adapter problem.

    Yes I should of said in order to request\recieve an IP address... but my advice to check if the service is running still stands.
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    Netgear wireless adapter problem.

    Might be worth checking if the DHCP service has been started on your computer in the first place otherwise your PC won't be able to dish out any IP addresses automatically. To check, right click on My Computer and then select Manage. Look for an option called Services & Applications in...
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    Bal rapid set flex mix ratio?

    Well if 5 Litres will do a 20Kg bag then 20 divided by 5 is 4, so... That is 4 Kg per Litre of water, or... 2 Kg per 500ml, or... 1Kg per 250ml. Its not rocket science :) I've just been laying floor tiles with Biscem adhesive and the bag states the same ratios as above. However...
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    Slate Tiling Kitchen Floor - Advice Please

    Tiles were delivered this morning! Courier was supposed to call my mobile and give me an hours notice so I could get back home but that was far too organised wasn’t it. Got the call when he was on my doorstep so he had to leave them on the driveway! What’s more he plonked them right in front of...
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    Slate Tiling Kitchen Floor - Advice Please

    Thanks for the reply guys. Looks like I'll be shopping at Trade Tiler for a few things tonight. What do you think about a grout gun...quite pricey but worth it? There is a cheaper icing bag I see... The Lithofin StainStop is being shipped with the tiles so that is one thing already sorted...
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    Slate Tiling Kitchen Floor - Advice Please

    Hi Just had a new kitchen fitted and have found the advice on these forums very helpful so thanks to all who contribute. 8) Anyway better cut to the chase… The time has come to get the new kitchen floor down. I’ve purchased some nice African Silver Blue slate (riven, straight edge) which...
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