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Wayners: Thank you for your reply, I must admit I had not even considered rodents in my research and decision making for the conversion. The Shed / Summerhouse is a Major Pent Modern by Albany Shed Company Limited. https://www.albanysheds.co.uk/product/3-0x3-0-major-pent-modern/

Good day all, I am seeking advice and recommendations on the best type of insulation and best practices for converting a summerhouse (essentially a glorified shed) into a functional and comfortable garden office. The space will likely see year-round use, so maintaining a stable and comfortable...

Thank you for your replies. I've looked at online calculators, but seem to get different numbers all based on 0.93 cubic meters, and using 25Kg bags of cement, I've had as little as 8 and as high as 15. Regarding the sub-base layer, can I use gravel / stones that have been removed from the...

Hi All. I am looking at starting a new project within the next few weeks, and I am looking for any help and advise that you can give me before I get started. At this point in time all I am trying to achieve is a nice strong 10x10 foot concrete base for a wooden garden office. This will be my...

I've not played around with engine speed yet. Does anyone know what sort of engine speed / exciter shaft speed is normally required? The crank pully looks to be a centrifugal clutch, I've not yet had time to pull it apart and give it a good look over, However I will do this when I replace the...

Thank you for your replies. Burnerman: Please find below requested pictures. cdbe: the drive belt is old and worn but in once piece, the NSK 6005DU bearing in the drive pully has a bit of a grumble, so new bearing on order. Old salt: hydraulic oil? am I missing something here? Best regards.

Hi All. I am looking for any help and or advise that you might be able to give me. I have no knowledge with regards to plate compactors, so please forgive the incoming dumb questions. In short I'm having problems getting this plate compactor to work how I would expect. By that I mean it...