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  1. Wayners

    What water is safe for the garden?

    Washing up liquid will kill plants. Your supposed to wash it off with clean water if you use on plants and also water it down well before using. I don't know about milk but I'll guess that will also kill plants. Evolution. Water is best. People used to use bath water but they never used the...
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    Question on Keeping Old Concrete Slab + New Slab for Garden Room

    Don't know if this helps. My extension. Type 1. Then 50mm kingspan. Plastic dpm over. 100mm concrete poured. We also joined to the 1960s house concrete floor slab which is 50mm concrete with thin plastic dpm under. Makes no difference in floor temperature imo comparing old floor to new one.
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    ProJoint TITAN Epoxy Paving Grout question

    I used a different brand. Easy joint. Looked the same. When you open the clock starts ticking for it to dry so any remaining you flood with water so it don't dry. Looked the same as yours. Not really any liquid. Just damp with resin oil I guess
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    Can Anyone Help With This From A Survey?

    I asked AI. Hope this is helpful. This text is an excerpt from a UK property survey report. It highlights a potential legal and structural issue with how a previous renovation was handled. Here is a breakdown of what it means in plain English: The Core Issue Finlock Gutters Removed: The...
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    New 'water hammer,' after arrestor installed...

    A second or third arrestor required. I would fully test before plumber goes next time if you can. Oh the joys! Never simple is it
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    How to remove this grub screw/pin to remove door hinge?

    Use something to punch pin out from the bottom. Just a tap. See if it moves
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    Re-instating an old drainage connection

    Removing asbestos pipe if exposed and easy then take to tip. That's the DIY way. All my asbestos went to tip. There is a container there for it
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    Re-instating an old drainage connection

    I've seen asbestos pipes sleeved. Is that an option you have looked at
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    Gloss vs matt ceramic wall tiles. Risk of stains/mould?

    It's a personal thing.. I prefer the gloss for the easier maintenance as I'm not fussed on what it looks like. Others are more interested in the look but the down side will be the more rigourous cleaning routine with the matt
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    What is the most durable underwear for tradesmen?

    Heavy duty 4 band x braces with carabiner clips for belt loops. Trousers don't fall no matter what you hang on belt so you don't need to pull back up. I've got loads hanging off my belt. Your holes are from keep pulling up trousers
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    Primer, adhesive and grout for coping stones

    No short cuts when using building materials. If you do it to spec then you should have no problems. If you want to try an alternative method then take the risk Up to you
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    Gap between external gasket and glass

    Is the gasket removable? It can be replaced. Gasket can shrink over time.
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    Primer, adhesive and grout for coping stones

    Those products have English data sheet if you need instructions. You should use the correct matching products and not use the primer you have. It might not work as not tested like the correct matching products. I think you need Botament BotaGreen Primer? Look online at data sheet for...
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    2005 Rover 75 Air-con

    You start with recharge and see if it holds pressure. Many garages advertise as working on air-conditioning but in my experience they have been useless and a waste of money. It would be worth finding a local car air conditioning specialist . They will advise.
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    Does this kind of lock exist?

    Like this? You can have it so it can only operate on one side. https://www.screwfix.com/p/era-brass-concealed-door-security-bolts-78mm-satin-2-pack/5748G?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19815174711
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    Advice on the best way to repair please

    Knock it off. Seal well. Lash on 2 coats of PVA watered down 3 to 1. Let First coat dry for 2 hours. Plaster skim over. One bag of multi finish will do it.
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    Passwords and passcodes

    I've got a relative to write it all down in a book. Take chances. Book is in the dinning room draw. Whatever... For those worried. Start every password with 1. Don't write that in the book though. That way without knowing every password starts with 1 the information in the book is useless.
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    Installing two noggins into the same stud

    I've done as above. I used any fast setting mix like plaster. Easyfill. And anything else I had to hand and a couple of screws not tightened until the plaster set. Keep the new board level with existing. Add more screws when plaster set
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    Installing two noggins into the same stud

    Mkm building merchant. Ccf LTD That's where I get 15mm plasterboard. Any local building merchants will stock it and you can buy no problem. DIY stores won't stock though. As above.. Plane off wood
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    Domestic Air Conditioning

    I think you would be better looking for a job working for air-conditioning company. They are actively looking for people and money is good. They employ people and use sub contractor's. When you get training and experience opportunities will come your way. I was talking to a contractor who...
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