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I agree there will be heat loss into the beam & block but I don't know about huge - that depends on how we use the three new radiators, e.g. one of the radiators hasn't been needed yet. However, this isn't an issue I intend to do anything about (the upheaval required to insulate the pipes would...

Would appreciate views/advice from plumbers... As part of a building project, we had some central heating radiators installed with 15mm plastic speedfit supply & return pipes running beneath the concrete screed (& insulation) on the ground floor but there is a problem of a hot floor surface...

A new ground floor extension was added to our existing home. As part of the build, three new radiators were installed. One of the new radiators was positioned just inside the old part of the building and the central heating pipework that feeds this radiator presents a problem. All of the new...

Thanks for the advice, dazlight. Unfortunate, assuming this is the company: https://beta.companieshouse.gov.uk/company/07615206 I gladly would but I don't know how to find one. Seems to me that finding a person to do a 'proper' floor preparation & vinyl laying job is far less obvious than...

Would appreciate guidance on a subject I know little about... I intend to have sheet vinyl laid over both new and existing floors. The new floor, which abuts the old, is floating concrete screed (should be sufficiently dry by end December). The old floor was sheet vinyl (now removed) over...

Would be grateful for your views on using rooms that have recently been screeded (to 100mm depth laid on 100mm insulation with damp proof course beneath). I know that the screed should not be walked on for the first few days and that's not a problem. I also understand the need to wait several...

Fortunately, only one company involved. Yes, I'll raise the issue with them. Thanks for the info from the GGF website, crank39 - most helpful as I have more units due to be fitted soon. Currently, on one pane, there's a 6mm long scratch which I wouldn't class as fine, more moderately deep. On...

Had a few 30 year old double glazed windows replaced on Friday with new equivalents and today, whilst cleaning them, I've noticed small scratches on the inner panes of some of the new windows. Difficult for me to explain the severity of the scratches in words but one is deep-ish and 1cm long and...

Would really like to hear the outcome, John D v2.0, as I'm facing a similar issue.

Thanks for your reply. No, I can see the difference between 'S' trap and the others. Just didn't see the point in the 'P' trap as it's so similar to (though it seems far less widely used than) a horizontal outlet.

Would someone kindly explain the difference in usage between each type (i.e. in what situation would each type be employed)? Thanks.

I intend to. Just wanted to brush up on any relevant regs. before having the discussion. Forewarned is forearmed and all that.

Thanks. Will do.

Would appreciate an experienced or knowledgeable view on this topic... In a detached bungalow, single occupancy dwelling with no attached workshop or garage and without the need for cavity barriers, do the building regs. require me to fit any internal fire-doors in a kitchen/diner + utility...

Would appreciate an experienced or knowledgeable view on this topic... In a detached bungalow, single occupancy dwelling with no attached workshop or garage and without the need for cavity barriers, do the building regs. require me to fit any internal fire-doors in a kitchen/diner + utility...

I guess the choice is between a 130mm deep non-ventilated space and a 2 or 3cm deep ventilated slot courtesy of vent holes in the front top edge of the cabinet. I'll discuss with the Gas Safe installer. I can also conduct tests with thermocouple temperature detectors and see which option keeps...

Managed to find a heat shield/deflector/protector: http://www.ikea.com/gb/en/doc/assembly_instructions/nyttig__aa-725432-3_pub.pdf http://www.ikea.com/gb/en/products/appliances/hobs/nyttig-hob-separator-for-drawer-art-10243296/ The gap between the bottom of the hob and the heat shield is...

I've heard that a heat deflector plate - fitted just below the hob inside the kitchen unit underneath - could possibly be the answer and was hoping someone who had tried this would share their experience. Although I generally agree with following manufacturers installation instructions, I get...

Lots written about leaving gaps above, behind and to the side of gas hobs fitted into a kitchen worktop but I was surprised to see a recommended gap of 130mm beneath one of the gas hobs I'm thinking of buying (unless I'm misinterpreting these instructions)...

Using the link helpfully provided by StephenStephen in an earlier post, it appears I require around 3500 - 4000 lumens to adequately light my kitchen but, as you say, perhaps around 2000 - 2500 lumens is more reasonable for just ambient lighting. Could go bright and add a dimmer. Agree. We...