Recent content by Jupiter01

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    Shed base

    Perhaps I can have an additional foundation midway, in each direction? I am just trining to get away from the daunting task of estimating and mixing the whole base in one go.
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    Wrapping for a shed

    Thanks for the responses. Do you recommend a particular brand of membrane for this application?
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    Wrapping for a shed

    I am planning a shed build and after I have the timber frames erected, I was going to line it with plywood and then some sort of membrane. The final layer (probably featheredge boards) will then be nailed on this to finish. What memberane do I use for this purpose? I was thinking roof membrane...
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    Shed base

    Are there any structural weaknesses to my suggested approach of concrete bases in each of the 4 corners?
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    Shed base

    The smaller pads would allow me to experiment with the amount of concrete and mixing required. I do t feel confident to estimate, mix and level a larger area, all in one go.
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    Shed base

    Planning to build a shed, approximately 2.5mx2.5m. It will be timber construction with osb board and rubber roof. I am comfortable with all aspects apart from the base and especially working with concrete. Do I need to create a concrete base for the whole area or can I have concrete pad...
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    Downpipe union join

    I need to extend a square downpipe with a union join fitting and wondering if it needs any adhesive? I will have a bracket on both bits of downpipe emerging from this.
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    Varlight V-Pro Dimmer - sticking

    I’ve had one of these for two years and isn’t used on a regular basis but am having issues. It is sticking when trying to switch on/off. Tried removing the round knob and trying with the spindle underneath. Get the same issues. Wanted to check if this is a fault that can be fixed or whether it...
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    Replace this cordless

    I have had this for a few years, it’s had a few chucks replaced. Thankfully under warranty. It’s fine for smaller tasks but struggles with masonry and concrete. I also own a corded Bosch SDS and that makes light weight of anything that’s thrown at it. Additionally, I have a Makita Impact...
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    Replacing porch light

    Understood and I plan to investigate further. If I do establish that it only has a permanent live, does that present any issues? Other than the usability that I stated earlier. Is this an allowable solution?
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    Replacing porch light

    The single cable to this light is likely to be a permanent live. Not a switched live as I initially suspected. There is no switch for this light. When I installed PIR lights as my own place, I opted for a switch and then had a single switch live going out to the light. This also meant that I...
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    Replace garage roof

    I have a single garage roof that needs to be replaced (currently felted). I was planning to have the OSB Boards replaced and opt for a rubber roof as that felt like the system to go with. A fitter that does both felt and rubber advised against rubber saying that felt was longer lasting and the...
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    Rat holes

    Thanks for the responses. Presumably if I fill thee holes with mortar or something similar, they will pop a new hole a few inches away from this? I thought that I could start chucking some poison down the current holes until I can see that it's no longer disappearing. If this is a sensible...
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    Rat holes

    I’ve noticed several holes near the foundation of my property. I suspect that it’s rats as I live next to a field. Is there a position that you recommend I chuck into these tunnels or do I need to fill them up in a certain way? I’d appreciate your advice with this as I would hate for them to...
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    Replacing porch light

    Thanks again @Taylortwocities. Came across this image and was torn on the black v white: As you know, the light fitting is black.
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