Recent content by finchfinch

thanks, the source of the problem is definitely the exterior door leading to the garden. The door frame I pictured is the entrance to the utility room. The exterior door is is behind me. The exterior door is made of timber and I think it's a bit more difficult to fix that one, hence why I was...

Hi, I will be purchasing some self adhesive brush seal to help eliminate draught. But what really isn't clear is where I install the seal itself. I've attached photos of the door frame where I will be installing it. Where do I install the brush seal: 1. Would I install the brush seal on the...

the above did not cost me that much. I ordred a pair exactly as shown in your photo from ideal standard for £7 including delivery. It arrived next day! I also agree with the other comment, it's just a screw, no need to remove the toilet and shake it around the garden lol. No need to over...

oh yes, definitely! I learned the hard way :LOL:

Thanks for the responses everyone, it was all taken on board. But I really wanted a like for like replacement on the hinges. This seemed like the most logical (and cheapest) way to go. In the end, I did source this from ideal standard's spares website. It was a soft close hinge pack for my...

thanks, the new toilet seat option seems over the top. The existing seat is fantastic quality and having a quick look online, the good sturdy ones do not come cheap. Just so it's clear, it's a back to wall toilet as per photos, so there is no way to access the bottom fixings. How would new...

damn, I thought so. Thanks, time to get the pros in.

hmm isn't that a bit excessive? Will I not have the same problem when it comes to fitting the new seat? The problem is I cannot visualise the fixings, I thought the only way the seat can be installed correctly is to disconnect it from the wall and have access behind the toilet. If I only need to...

Hi, The toilet seat was loose, so I decided to cleverly unscrew the mini rod, and to my horror the fixing on the otherside of the hole underneath, feel straight to the floor. I cannot access this now as the hole is too small. Please see photos. It's a back to wall toilet. Is it an easy job to...

After unblocking the bathroom sink (long story) it appears that whilst unscrewing the pop-up plug, the bracket holding it in place had snapped off. Please see photos below. What options do I have to replace or fix this issue? Are we talking about a brand new sink?? :eek: I know getting a...

I'll do a few tests and monitor it. If we assume a few more flushes will expose the smell again, is it a case of trying to address this potential block? If so, is baking soda and vinegar/boiling water down the drain my best bet?

Hi, thanks. When I flush the toilet the shower drain doesn't smell. If I shower in the morning, and don't revisit the en-suite all day, it will start smelling in the evening time. We have 4 toilets in the house in total, so I'm not sure if toilets on the floors below (It's a townhouse, ensuite...

Hi, We are getting musty smells coming from our en-suite shower drain. I'm no expert but I believe that the water is drying up (or being pulled from the toilet) in the p trap which exposes the sewer gases. I put my nose directly over the drain and the gases hit me in the face. I'm concerned...

Thank you. This is exactly the level of response I was looking for. I'll give it a go this weekend. Cheers

thanks both. Can you recommend a specific flexible filler? I will try this rather than risk it with just paint. I can purchase it, just needed a little help with the exact filler I should be going for. Ideally from an accessible store like Wickes or B&Q