Thanks Freddo.
Very observant of you!
I did notice the packing under the pipe but not for one moment did I think of it being a manual.
I have already put the bath enclosure/surround back on but will take another look shortly.
Should the slot at the end of the valve turn like a normal screwdriver...
I used the screwdriver method, it didn't seem to turn (very tight ) and I didn't want to force it but perhaps the pressure of the screwdriver did something because the cold water pressure is now the best it's ever been.
Many thanks for all your help!
Ray.
We have a bath with mixer taps but the cold water tap is barely a trickle.
When it was installed the plumber told my wife it wasn't a strong flow because it too far away from the tank.
That was about 10 years ago.
Initially the water flow was adequate for my wife but the last couple of years has...
Many thanks Joe.
I haven't tried anything yet but will going to the house in about 3 weeks.
Can you recommend a heat gun and will I need any chemicals?
After removing flood damaged carpets in 3 bedrooms (in France) we discovered terracotta tiles which were covered in dried-on carpet glue.
My wife prefers the tiles, can you suggest a product to remove the glue from the tiles (about 40sq m)?
I have been advised to use brick acid and also advised...