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Thanks for the reply. Is 50 mm worth it? I dunno, I didn't specify the size and thought 1450mm was standard, with a 350mm drop. Subsequently looking on the web, it looks like 1500mm is standard, with a 400mm drop. I just want a standard frame size and opener, looking for a view whether a...

Hi, I'm in need of a reality check regarding a victorian conservatory I have ordered. I'm replacing an old conservatory for one with a glass roof. The existing conservatory frames are 1450mm (inc. cill height), with a 350mm transum drop and the supplier as priced on like-for like. I've...

Hi, I need to fix some heavy duty wall shelving brackets into some solid lightweight block (thermalite sort of stuff). The best load ratings without using resin are Rawlplug FF1 frame fixings which give 0.75kn pull out load. I've just managed to get the technical details for these fixings...

Hi, I currently have an outdoor light with inbuilt PIR connected to a fused spur off a set of sockets. I've now got a new light (non-PIR), so have bought a separate Steinel PIR which I want to use to feed the wall light, as well as a couple LED drivers which power 12 LED ground lights...

Thanks. Been making some enquiries and going to have a look at the Rehau and Veka profiles. One thing I am not sure about with using Rehau for a Victorian bay conservatory is the joining sysystem, including the trims for covering the 135 degree joints. Some if the extrusion companies are...

Hi, Thanks for the responses. Do you have any reasons for your order of preference? I guess I will also need to check which is a good match for an Ultraframe roof. Many thanks, Damian

Hi, I have a few quotes for a conservatory, all in the same ballpark and to identical specs (e.g. glazing) with the the only difference being the PVC extrusion. From what I think I understand how the frames are fabricated and put together will make more of a difference than the PVC...

Thanks guys. My plan is to move the wall light closer to the flue (400mm) and install the PIR well away from the light and flue. Know all about the flue gases kicking PIR's on - the neighbour opposite has installed a security light right above their flue and I have the joy of it lighting it...

Thanks. Potterton Suprima 120. Lots of advice on flue positions, unfortunately nothing about proximity to external lights or other external electrics (e.g. PIR sensor).

Hi, Installing an outdoor light on a wall where there is an horizontal boiler flue outlet, just wondered what the rules/common sense is in respect of the distances between the two fittings. Many thanks, Damian

Gents, Thanks for the replies. Not thought about the switch option and have since seen your comments on a previous thread involving an MK Grid Switch. Please can I just clarify what I need to get to complete this installation involving a wall light and LED connected to a PIR with permanent...

Hi, I have an outdoor wall light (2 x GU10) installed when the house was built which is wired to a plug socket and fused accordingly. I have recently installed some outdoor LED lights which run using 2 of the power supplies which can be found here. I would like to install a motion...

This is the replacement I bought which has the same outside diameter, although has a much smaller centre hole diameter. Will try and fit it with a bit of grease, I think [/img]

Hi, The hot water tap on our bath/shower mixer has started leaking this evening. Not sure of the brand of the tap but the washer has an outside diameter of 16mm, with a 5mm diameter centre hole. I thought it was just a case of getting a replacement from the nearest DIY place. It looked...

Hi, I am trying to paint an interior concrete breeze block wall but having problems - basically a poor paint finish with light cracking and flaking in places. Its most prevalent around the mortar joints and areas where I may have put the paint on a bit thick trying to get a good coverage...

Hi, The TRVs are the standard Honeywell ones with the wax sensors. Thanks, Damian

Hi, I will look into the balancing but I think the issue is that some rooms get rapidly heated by sunlight and the TRVs are slow to respond. I also want the ability to auto set different temperatures in different rooms and hence using some form of control system. Thanks, Damian

Hi, Thank your for the responses. I guess I should explain why I am looking into this system. I'm not looking to save money as we are below average in our energy consumption and it is more for comfort and convenience than anything. The existing standard radiator TRVs don't seem to work...

Hi, Thanks for the time taken to explain your thinking. Understood now - will still go with the PVA. I guess brushing it on is the best approach. Thanks again, Damian