Recent content by diva636

Hi, I have just had my wiring redone and got a nice :-) certificate. As part of it there is a new fusebox which has a rcd 100amp fitted. The problem is if I turn on too many things it seems to trip (extractor, two ovens, underfloor heating and tumble dryer will normally do it). Whilst it is...

I think you're right, they definitely wanted an easier life. They said it would be against building regulations and have boarded it up and plastered over it. Have you ever heard of such a thing? I'd rather have a squat window than no window. Aren't fanlights for external doors? Ours is the...

Hi, Does anyone know if there is a good reason why my builders boarded up my internal window? We had a kitchen extension done and when they plastered the ceiling around the pipes for the extractor fan and waste, they actually lowered the whole ceiling by several inches:( This meant that...

wow, shocked at how much it all costs. i didn't know there was a tile forum, sorry ;) I think this guy is still quite expensive, as his quote didn't include for sealer and we've already got the ply, but good to know roughly what I should be expecting, thanks!

Hi, I'm new to this forum and so far I've learnt a lot about preparing kitchen floors for the laying of tiles on plywood (I'm going to check how thick the plywood is). I've asked for some quotes to lay 600 x 600 ceramic tiles and for 27sqm it's looking at costing me £2k ! The most...