Recent content by robinsoncrusoe55

Could you make the panel removable .... if you only need access now and again .... or is it possible to cut and hinge the panel ... to allow the leading edge to fold down out of the way first ?

Thanks both for the reply ..... that's just what I was thinking ... lots of effort, for not much return. Thinking about it,I might just jump in and get a new door .... sometimes, I suppose it's just not worth it....trying to save money etc ! But thanks again ....appreciated.

Hi all.... I've got an external, painted plain wooden door, that's not in the best of condition, and due to the fact that we'll be moving within the year.....didn't particularly want to spend out on a new one ..... about £60. Question is can I put a thin skin of external quality plywood...

nerox/ big -all..... thanks for the comments....appreciated. Was thinking of concrete blocks, mainly, for security, fire resistance, and possibly, longevity....... but not sure at moment, what type concrete block,I should use.....solid or hollow etc, and should I use a different type, for lower...

Hello all...... After a bit of advice, or even pros and cons, with regard to building a workshop. .....Wood, or concrete block. Was hoping for some unbiased advice, from all the diyers, and builders out there, as the best way go. The size will be 12 x 10, in old money, I've got no building...

All good ideas..... Thanks lads

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Hello there, I'm planning to lay a concrete slab, for a 12 x 10 shed.... and was looking for some advice. .....Because I'll be doing this on my own, I was going to lay the slab in 4 equal sized pieces, laid directly next to each other over a 2 week period. Is this a feasible plan, and if so...

Thanks a lot , for the reply/info Richard........ certainly, something for me to think about!!

Hello there.... after a bit of advice concerning fitment of a new upvc rear door, and adjoining window unit. I,m looking for a reasonable quality, "self fit" type (2G) door/ frame, and adjoining upvc window unit..... to replace the old hardwood door, and galvanised window, that's presently...

Many thanks for the really informative reply........ Richard- you have restored my faith in using the forum site in DIYnot...... thanks again!! :lol:

Thanks very much !!

Hello there..... we're just in the process of a full bathroom makeover, and I was trying to find out the correct way to fit wall tiles....Is it possible to tile directly onto 12.5mm plasterboard, which has been fitted, using plasterboard adhesive only.... or should it be skimmed first...

Hello!!...... Does any one know the answer please?....... Thanks!

thanks for making that much clearer!!.............. its in the "Outside Zone"