Recent content by Andyman35uk

We have a floating floor which springs a lot more than I would like. In our previous house we replaced a similar, albeit slightly different, floating construction and I’m trying to figure out what options we have. Current floor appears to be block and beam, then 100mm Celotex with chipboard T&G...

I did consider that. I was hoping to avoid it though. I would have expected a factory powder coat would be slightly more durable. Andy.

Hi, Does anyone know where I could source some twin-slot metal shelving in the UK please? I've looked everywhere but only find the standard white, silver or chrome. This is what I'm looking for but unfortunately this supplier is in Australia...

Hi, Does anyone know whether Mapesil AC silicone sealant is suitable for sealing a hob into a new quartz worktop? Also is this the best sealant or is there something more suitable? I notice on the tube it says ‘Not suitable for acid sensitive surfaces’, would this be alright with Quartz...

Hi Andy, That’s superb. Plenty of information there to get me going. I certainly wouldn’t be able to overlay 12mm ply and ceramic tile since the levels with adjoining rooms would be all wrong. It sounds like removing the chipboard and battens would be the best option. I’ll spend some time...

Hi, Thanks for the reply. Yes, I’ve previously had a small section of this flooring up to re-plumb a radiator so I can be sure of its construction. The chipboard floor is fixed to 2” battens, these sit directly on top of the concrete foundation slab separated by a PVC membrane only. The...

Hi, I do hope someone can offer some advice on this project because I’m really not sure of the best approach. We’re soon to be replacing our kitchen and utility room and I’d like to fit under floor heating with ceramic tiles. Currently the kitchen is laminate over a battened chipboard...