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    Scratched/scored MDPE

    sorry insert used too, nice clean square cut, just them grooves
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    Scratched/scored MDPE

    thanks all, I used a Wickes compression type fitting first, then speedfit next, I will try using a Stanley knife blade, then PTFE, then brass compression, it's not a major leak so I'm sure one of these will fix it for me.
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    what is a reasonable cost to install wood burning stove?

    Aga do 2 "classic" stoves, the Little Wenlock and Much Wenlock (which is bigger and more money) sounds a lot more reasonable now, but I'd double check which stove you're getting
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    what is a reasonable cost to install wood burning stove?

    it all depends what's happening with the flu, the one for the gas fire will not be suitable, is the gas fire on a chimney or integral flu in modern house ? does the flue have to pass through any floors ? The quote should include a breakdown of the work, with a bill of materials, if not then...
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    Painting a cast aluminium table

    hot soapy water and a scrubbing brush should suffice, then jet this off to remove any loose paint etc. make sure it's completely dry, leave in direct sunlight. I'd go for Simoniz Tough Black spray paint, or similar, depends really on the finish you want, but personally I'd prefer matt to...
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    Scratched/scored MDPE

    good afternoon I have installed a 25mm MDPE to 15mm copper connector, but it leaks on the MDPE side, tried replacing and same again. Did some research and found that the MDPE has to be in good condition, unfortunately this was installed by a ground worker, who pull it through a concrete...
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