Recent content by bernard35

Hi all. I’ve recently stripped wallpaper down to the backing paper. There was a bulge in the wall where the plaster had crumbled behind. I’ve slit open a pocket and vacuumed out all the loose debris. I’m planning on keeping the backing paper throughout the room, filling/sanding any...

Thank you all for help and advice. I’ve braved going up on the ladder, scraped a small amount which is a metallic material. I’ve also scraped the down pipe which was like a shiny tin under the coats. Thanks again.

Appreciate the reply. The Down pipe is really light , almost feels like a cardboard tube when knocked side to side. Here is a photo of the gutters

Hi all. Just looking for some help and advice. I’ve recently moved into a property and I’m concerned about the down pipe & gutters. The survey before purchase stated the gutters and down pipes were cast iron. However I’m not so sure. After googling and reading other posts on the forum I...