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    Leak

    Just an update, The top fitting will only need fernox on the end of the copper tube around the olive not on the thread it's not needed and will just look messy. when tightening the top nut best to hold the fitting against turning with another spanner/grips as you tighten the top joint. My...
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    Leak

    I think those are designed to take a ½" tap connector with a washer. What you have will work I assume it drips from where the fitting screws onto the heater. Lots of ptfe tape has been tried. The heater pipe looks like plastic so care needed not to over tighten required. What I would do is...
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    Leak

    If you take a photo with your mobile save it, then when you go to post click the attach files box.
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    Leak

    Can you post a picture of the offending connection lots of possible configurations for ½" to 15mm. ;)
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    Should I block a hole on a wall under a bath or leave it for ventilation?

    Better than nowt! (y) I hate it when people stuff the entire space with itchy fiberglass then muggins has to work under there!:mad:
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    Should I block a hole on a wall under a bath or leave it for ventilation?

    I would block them myself, bit of ready mix mortar in a small bag from DIY store. In fact I used bubble wrap foil insulation on the outside walls under the bath as well.
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    I need to replace my Air Separator, but have come across an issue…

    Problem is even with a combined feed and vent you will still get some interchange of water with the F&E tank, a short length of 22mm will heat up and rise into the expansion tank, as the system cools water level in the tank drops and water is drawn back into the system and so on . Each exchange...
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    I need to replace my Air Separator, but have come across an issue…

    That is a very low head, in my view even a metre is cutting it fine, I suspect others on the estate will soon be suffering the same problem. We used to have lots of council flats where that was done and they suffered problems with pumping over etc. Assuming your boiler is suitable (most are...
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    UK to Rwanda asylum plan ruled unlawful

    My point is though they have let a safe country, where they are no longer in danger so have not sought simply safety but have decided to migrate to a destination of their choice.
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    UK to Rwanda asylum plan ruled unlawful

    Call me stupid, and no doubt someone will, but you turn up in a rubber boat that can travel 60 miles or so. There is no doubt where you came from. A safe country where you should have applied for asylum in the first save country. Take them straight back we are paying the French large sums to...
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    Leak - finding the cause…

    Chances are it is running down in the cavity wall I would start looking at the seal around the upper window and the apex above it. Not an easy one to give a straight answer on I'm afraid.:unsure:
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    Not another Asbestos panic post? Sadly so!

    As a rule the glittery bits tend to be the asbestos replacement board. I had them in a soffitt I had it tested to be sure though.(y)
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    Boiling tap spout

    Google Pipe strap wrench try to get one with a rubber strap that is your best bet.
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    Boiling tap spout

    Any help? https://www.qettle.com/qettle-original-and-mini-spout-seal-kit
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    Boiling tap spout

    Try wrapping in kitchen towel and soaking with White vinegar or better still a descaler like Limelite or Viakal left overnight. Then rinse off and run the tap a couple of times to clear any remaining descaler. Should ease removal or even clear the problem.
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    Painted wallpaper staining blocking

    Thank you it's always nice when people take the trouble to post an update (y)
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    Wall clock

    Command are good but I would not trust them in a steamy room like a bathroom. Wall plug and screw. (y)
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    Wall clock

    Careful we cannot assume anything, your question should be how does the wall identify! (y) :giggle:
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    Tarmac restoration

    Yes this stuff is good, but don't be fooled by the suggested coverage, your old tarmac will suck it up like a drunk in a whisky distillery! :giggle: Double what they say! https://www.thompsonsweatherproofing.co.uk/flooring/quick-drying-drive-seal/
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    How to properly repaint staircase that's already been painted in the past?

    Johnstones Aqua is my go to for water based, but use their undercoat.(y)
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