Recent content by peterdd

Yes, it IS an awkward size ! I just want to spruce up an old radiator by replacing the top grille and side panels. Thanks.

Hi, can anyone point me to a supplier for a Type 21 conversion kit for a 1200 x 450 radiator ? I've scoured the internet but to no avail. Ideally in the UK. Thanks.

Thanks I had thought of those. The best I can think of is either beeswax or dubbin - waterproof, flexible and non-cracking. Any better ideas ?

Hi, I have a wooden kitchen worktop and wooden splashback supposedly professionally fitted. But they applied the sealant (Apollo) to the work surfaces before running a bead of clear mastic around the joint between horizontal and vertical surfaces. (Even I wondered about the wisdom of that...

Thanks. There is a zone valve, but there are thermostatic valves on all radiators, so I guess the solution involves measuring the difference in water temperature between annexe supply and return pipes, the flow rate and time. Peter

Hi, I have a granny flat attached to my house that I let out. It is heated by the same (oil-fired) central heating system that heats the main house. At present I divide the fuel bill by their proportion of the heated rooms. Is there a way I can measure the heat supplied only to the...

.... I'll be patient ! P

I have a satin emulsion paint that is too shiny, but I don't want to use matt, nor buy a tin of matt to mix with it. Any suggestions about how to make it less shiny ? Thanks, Peter