Recent content by kevinwebster83

Following on from one of my previous posts regarding my garden project, one idea I've been toying with is a sunken hot tub. The above image shows my garden in its current state. Beneath the trees, I'm considering putting a decked area sheltered section towards the back corner enclosing a...

Thanks for your reply. I had considered that the proposed lawn would be too small but it works out to be about 25 square metres. The main sun spot is the side adjacent to the lawn however the back of the garden gets the sun pretty much all day. The current decking will be going as it is...

Hi All, I'm in the process of developing my garden into something much more functional and practical. Basically, I have an idea of what I want but am looking for some extra suggestions as my idea seems too linear and square. Obviously, its difficult giving an opinion as its someone...

Thanks for your reply. Fortunately, the previous owners (or ones before that) added the central heating system and made a shoddy job of lifting the floorboards. Most are not attached to the joists so it should be easy to add some insulation. I like the idea of overboard with 6mm ply...

Hi, I'm currently in the process of redecorating my lounge. The floor is a floating, boarded floor which is very drafty with gaps between each of the boards with noticeable amounts of air movement below. As part of the redecorating, I'm wanting to seal the floor so as to reduce the draft...

Richard, Thanks very much for your reply. I think I will order the Vitcas stuff and see how I get on. If I get stuck, I'll be sure to post back. Thanks again, Kev

Hi, I've recently had our fireplace opened out and a wood burning stove installed. I'm looking to plaster either side inside the fire place however I'm unsure as to what type of plaster/screed I need to purchase. Having had a look on the interweb, I have found a company called VITCAS who...

Hi, I'm currently in the process of redecorating my bathroom. One of my first jobs today was to disconnect the electric shower installed by the previous owners. I went up into the loft to find this... It took me a while to untangle the shower cable. As for the rest, well, where do i...

Thanks for your reply. The room is relatively small, i'd say maximum of 2.4m by 2.4m. Joists are in excellent condition and definitely no more than 25cm apart. So far i've look on the B&Q website, Wickes and some local builders merchants. I don't really know how much i was expecting to pay, i...