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The house was built by the previous owner who was a local builder at the time. As I understand it, a DPM became a regulation back in the 60s. I took the wall down between the kitchen and dining room so there is a slight difference in height so I don't want to use a self leveller as it will mean...

Thanks for that link, very helpful.

Hi I am going to be using 6mm NoMorePly on a concrete floor, will their adhesive bond it to the floor without any problems? It is a 1971 house so it's well cured. I assume I will have to clean it and maybe prime as well. Any advice on preparation gratefully received. I will be using this as...

I thought that may be the case. :(

I am reviving my thread as an update to what has happened and hopefully find a resolution to the situation. After the helpful advice I scraped off all the loose paint, gave it a good scrub with a hard brush and went over it with a softer brush to remove any dust. I did a mist coat then waited...

Okay, thank for that. Really appreciate all the advice. Will be getting the scraper out! Cheers

Thanks for your reply. I will do that. Would there be any advantage in using PVA diluted to help adhesion?

No they are just lifting off the wall. Some are bigger than others.

Hi We have a blockwork retaining wall which was smooth rendered then left for a year before painting with Sandtex smooth masonry paint. This was done last summer but a few weeks ago I noticed that it is bubbling in places, so I will be removing the bubbling paint before repainting. Is there...

Thanks for your reply. No I didn't water it down. I will try that. I wasn't sure if that was just for interior painting. Do you know if it's possible to get a thread moved?

Hi We have a blockwork retaining wall which was smooth rendered then left for a year before painting with Sandtex smooth masonry paint. This was done last summer but a few weeks ago I noticed that it is bubbling in places, so I will be removing the bubbling paint before repainting. Is there...

I'm looking for non dimmable so that's fine.

Thank you for the clarification. :)

So if I did go with GU10 240v, which bulbs could give me equivalent to 50w? As I mentioned in my original post there are various claims from 5w to 8w so it's very confusing. Cheers

Thanks for that, didn't realise it could be that easy. :)

Sorry about that, I should have mentioned that the bulbs are 12v with GU5.3 bases. Just checked and they are 10-60W/VA Low Voltage Electronic Transformers. I would prefer to keep to the same fittings we have rather than change to 240v if possible as I don't think I could get the exact same...

Hi Our kitchen has 16 MR16 downlights with 50w bulbs in. As we have been replacing the rest of the house with LED bulbs I have been looking at the MR16 options. I have seen various ones from 5w to 8w all saying they are 50w equivalents. Can anyone suggest an LED which is equal to 50w in cool...

Thanks very much. Will have a look for it. :)

I have just fitted twin white basins to our new en-suite and noticed a small chip on one of them. Is there anything I can use to fill/repair it? I would be grateful for any tips or advice. Regards

Thanks for that. The cap and lining into a 90 degree bend then to a P trap then to another 90 degree would possibly fit. Don't know if that would be too many bends though.