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Thanks for the responses. To combine clarifications ..... 1) guessing here, but I'd say that solar load has baked out some the plasticity in the felt top layer, & wind has scoured the surface perhaps as there are .....er, scoured looking...... patches. There is a bit of cracking/crazing on...

I have a flat roof in good order needing a bit of TLC to improve the weathered areas and extend the life a bit. I have been quite impressed with Wickes Acrylic (with fibres), so was thinking about giving the whole ~ 20 sq.m roof a coat of something similar. The products I have looked at range in...

Hi - does anyone here have experience of this, and guidance on finding reliable suppliers for a DIY fit? My investigations suggest that fitting solar film to interior pane can cause damage due to thermal stresses, as - among other things - the film absorbs some of the solar load rather than...

Hmm - currently standing at 529, but not sure about the name Tarquin Gyroscope.... http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/Part-P-Review/

..which one did you have in mind? See http://www.ybsinsulation.com/PDFs/Superquilt.pdf for the datasheet. I could not see any specific reference to a test standard. Also, there is a discussion thread here...

Hi Topman, Superquilt is a sort of multilayer space blanket-type material. You can apparently fit it above or under the rafter, depending on hot or cold roof construction in a new build. I called the manufacturer, who said this should be fixed to the wall plate with battens. This is the...

How should such multifoil products be fitted into/around the eaves in an 'under rafter' application? My roof is not felted (so oodles of ventilation), and the ceiling is well lagged. I am thinking that, say, 1" battens can be fitted vertically in-line with the rafters (I dont intend to board...

I had one of these fitted http://www.verine.co.uk/quasarpowerflueinfo.html with an external and recessed type of powerflue unit, as shown here http://www.verine.co.uk/fluetypes.html This really has belted out the heat during the recent cold snap, and has been a useful addition to the main CH...

Nice one! 8)

Oi, you lot! :lol: Stop hijacking my post with scones and gravy rissoles :wink: :D What about my 'London' Cheese Cake recipe? :)

Do they (whatever sub-group) pay council taxes? Is this perhaps part of the 'attraction' of being a traveller, or is this unfair?

sorry breezer - do you see something other than ~6000 hits. Which one did you have in mind??

Yup 'fraid so..... :shock: Possibly a question for a London/East End baker - but is anyone familar with what I remember from my childhood as 'Cheese Cake'. This'll be the flakey/puff pastry base, almond sponge(?), jam (possibly), soft-ish icing, and a SHREDDED COCONUT topping! I have...

Hi, As you have, no doubt, already searched this forum about this, you will have found my previous question on this topic. If not, you can find it here http://www.diynot.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=29948&highlight=flueless After careful consideration on the same question (including that...

I am having a new gas fire installed which uses an external fan flue. This fan unit is almost totally inset into the outer brick leaf. It requires a fused spur. My question is should this be spurred off a nearby ring, and thus have the benefit of 30mA RCD protection (downstream from the 100mA...

It is actually for a fan flue supply next to a gas fire. Sorry for not making this clear. Only in spirit :P Anyway, thanks to you both for the useful suggestions. I think I will use a surface box on the skirting for now to allow the gas fitter to do his deed. The next time I decorate I...

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...or Waterstone's

Is it okay to mount a FCU on a skirting board? It'll be next to a stone fireplace surround, so shouldn't be overly subject to knocks, etc. I am thinking it is easier to hide the cables without chasing. I would be interested in clarifications indicating best practice as well as legal...

Not sure I agree with since being PTFE the coefficient of friction is very low and allows better tightening of the joint. Or have I missed something :?