Recent content by simplyben

Thanks @oldbutnotdead I've found the rafters and you're right, proposed wall runs between them. Think I should be able to get some noggins in there but if not, will go with your ply suggestion.

I am building a stud wall on a mezzanine floor which has a plasterboarded and painted vaulted ceiling. Where the wall needs to go I can't find any joists through the plasterboard to attach the ceiling plate so was wondering if I could just attach the ceiling plate to the plasterboarded with some...

Thanks for the extra advice. I've decided to have a light there to avoid having to chase the wire to the junction box, as we recently had the junction box removed. All our switches are metal. Looks like I'm going to have to check them all ☹️

Thanks, I was fearing it would be a little more complex than I thought. Guess I need to find where those wires are going

I've taken down some shelves with lighting that were connected to a switch. The left hand switch used to light up all three shelves at once. The other switches are for other lights in the room. I was wondering if there is any danger in just disconnecting the switch and pushing the wires into...

Thanks, the mortar needs doing on all windows. The one that needs a bodge is only to get through the winter so this is helpful. Thank you!

I need to repair some chapel windows around a property I purchased earlier this year. I could do with some advice on 1) what wood should I use to repair any rotten window sections? Would standard B&Q softwood be ok here? 2) What should I use to replace the gap between the window and the wall...