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This is still not solved and I cannot get past the pop-up so can't continue into the forums. Others seem to be having problems also related to this pop-up.

Recently a green bordered "Privacy & Transparency" pop-up has appeared on opening DIY not forum. It does not respond to clicking on "Continue with recomended cookies" and no further progress is possible. I am using an old (V9) ipad for this purpose that has been OK previously, and an alternative...

This should be a simple paint job, but how would you reach the fascias over the porch roof? The slope is uncomfortable to stand on, ladders will not angle over it and the roof is slate which could be troublesome. Is it OK to just stand on it (Rafters cannot be located) or are there any useful...

Thanks, but that is not directly relevant to my problem and was never needed in the past. PS jeff's signature has nothing to do with this Tony !

Fully accept that, but in this case a minute change in the the dial setting results in a scalding or totally lukewarm tap output change, so the sensitivity range would have to be vast. (The stat marked temp is not what I am working on.). If I set the stat at about 55c the water remains cool but...

Thanks. I can see that, but I would not expect a stat sold for this purpose would have such a massive differntial nor for so many to display a fault.

Thanks for the interest. That's true and that was the original position of the stat. However the problem as described existed at that point and moving it higher was an attempt to check for and discount stratification, but neither changed the symptons. Therefore the problem is not arising from...

I am still struggling with this one and have no remaining ideas to resolve the situation. The DHW will only set to produce a tap exit temp that is far too hot or far too cool. I have moved the tank thermostat so that it sits at 1/4 down from the tank top,( to see if stratification and low use...

Exactly--so we are stuck with the Gas Regulations regarding a DIYer being competent. and whether there is any law placing an onus on them to demonstrate competency.

Health and safety at work act 1974-- does this apply to a DIYers own "castle?" Competence is a combination of practical skill, training, knowledge and experience to carry out the job in hand safely, and ensuring the installation is left in a safe condition for use. Knowledge must be kept up to...

Citations,please?

"if you can't prove competence, you are breaking the law by doing DIY gas work." This is the failing in all the debate.---No such law exists. The law states simply that no person shall undertake gas work unless they are competent, yet the term competent is not defined. It does not require a...

Thanks Harry. Yes and Yes. Thermal stratification looks the only remaining answer--but never noticed this situation in the past winters. Incidentally, the thermostat bi-metal strip is kept about 1mm from the tank surface by the casing. Should this space be filled with any thermal paste?

Thanks Terry. I agree and that was what I tried this morning. However the water is still scalding hot even with thermostat set to 60c. Oldbuffer---the boiler control is irrelevant as it is running from the radiator heating requirements in any case, so the only control relevant to the tank is...

As the hot water on an S-plan system was far too hot, I worked through the following logic. The immersion heater was definitely off. There had been no recent work on the system. The cylinder thermostat was set correctly and the Myson 2 port 28mm zone valve (Neon and motor) responded to...

I am having a problem in obtaining a replacement 28mm brass body (Part No Myson 421202) for the above and the complete unit is not required. (The actuator heads are freely available, but the complete unit is attracting a premium price!). Is any one confident enough to suggest an alternative...

Thanks. I managed to strip it back to the bare solid wood, using decent quality abrasive sheets, and the top. base and edge strips are indeed mixed timber, but it will not be economic to purchase all the stains and finishing items to make a good job of it for a one-off project. It 's a shame as...

I wonder if any one has had any experience of refurbishing this brand? It's a very dark brown finish, but when the sprayed finish is fully sanded back, the wood has an orangeish colour. Is it actually a mahogany? Regardless of the actual wood, has anyone had success with matching up a suitable...

Bump Any progress? It's making the forum almost unusable on the tablet.

Thanks. Waste not want not, etc