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Rrichw replied to the thread Ravenheat csi85 woes.I used to have an RFS-84, which I think was the non-condensing model... so probably common heritage. A terrible fault I had was...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Our political system, what 'is' the answer?.There absolutely is/was enough labour already: in a supply/demand market economy, you would struggle to run out. The typical options...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Our political system, what 'is' the answer?.Maybe there is some correlation: maybe not. Obviously, we only hear of loud-mouths, so don't really know what most think. I can't see...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Our political system, what 'is' the answer?.[No political appointments in the Lords] If we have elected Lords, are they really any different to MPs? Isn't the idea that they can...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Our political system, what 'is' the answer?.I don't think that's fair. What's the issue with not wanting people illegally in the country? It's not that different from not wanting...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Our political system, what 'is' the answer?.How about: - No political appointments in the Lords (there is value in a sensible and diverse second chamber) - MPs must live in their...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Replacing Parquet with LVT Flooring - BC Required?.Herringbone is currently rather fashionable! (which almost put us off having it in our new kitchen - but we have always liked it, honest!)
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Rrichw replied to the thread Skimming or not?.I would fix that myself before paying someone to skim (assuming you are skimming the whole room). Remove ALL loose plaster. PVC/SBR...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Diy house rewire.This is the way. If you really want professional assistance during the job, then you should draw on the wall where you want sockets...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Are all British citizens British?.Isn't it the difference between a piece of paper and ethnicity? I could follow the process to live in China and gain citizenship. Does...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Insulating bedroom above garage.There should be insulation above the garage ceiling - is it not plasterboard-ed? I had similar problem, but cutting a hole revealed...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Replacement Windows - What to Look For.Use a local firm. Ask what they will do re. ventilation and trims. I had 14 windows and a front door replaced a couple of years ago...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Make Britain Great Again.I would agree that people have been voting for parties who claim they will reduce immigration for quite some time. The odd thing is...
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Rrichw replied to the thread Copper or plastic radiator tail..Some people think it looks horrid. I've had some where the final 8 inches or so of pipe is 10mm plastic, and the advantage is that you...