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Ideally I would like an awning that is 5 metres wide and extends out by 4 metres, obviously they're more expensive than a shade sail but I would still need special brackets to install the awning in front of downpipes which are incredibly expensive. Nevertheless, I need two poles to support the...

The word 'bugger' comes to mind. I fear I was just kidding myself when even with my limited knowledge I could sense the truth. I still at least might give the fence panels a go as it won't matter that much if they succumb to any influence from nature's wee. Thanks again.

Thanks for your help. Stain was the word I was looking for when typing my post! I basically meant anything you brushed on. What I'm trying to say is even though it doesn't rain for the next few days, could it still be a problem because of moisture in the air such as the way the grass is either...

I've finally managed to get some time to do some painting in my garden. I want to paint the: wooden fence panels with this Ronseal fence paint. drain pipes and metal garage door with Hammerite products. garage brick wall with something like this Sandex paint. Also, the garage side door but I...

Won't cutting the extenders down the middle compromise the sturdiness? I see what you mean about the length of the sill. Might just have to bite the pillow and get the extension covers otherwise the cost will start creeping up. No one can see the windows anyway as they're about 50cm away from a...

Thanks but what do you mean by cutting the extenders? As RandomGrinch mentioned, 20mm seems to be the thinnest. Did you mean cutting the protruding grooves down? I thought about getting some plastic trim which is usually about 6mm thick so if I doubled up on that then that should do it but...

I've got two small windows that need replacing in a garage. From brick to brick, the width measures 645mm with about 5mm difference at certain points. The height measures 1080mm which includes the window sill. I've seen these cheap windows in B&Q that measure 610mm x 1040mm. Are they too...

Is that just through the metal pole or the fabric as well? Thanks.

I know what you mean but with these ones I've noticed there's a buffer on the end fittings so when you slot them into the metal roller, there's a small gap at each end, clever I thought. Thanks.

I know this question might be met with disbelief but I saw someone doing this on YouTube and it seemed to have turned out fine. Just wondering if anyone else has tried this? I've got about 10 roller blinds to trim so if it does work then it would save a mountain of hassle. I'd imagine it...

Thanks, that's what I was thinking of, remote control being a bonus! After a bit more research and unfortunately removing the idea of having a lovely white lantern, I think I might give this a try. I just need something to be able to find the keyhole really at minimum. Also I could also have it...

It looks like it's faulty so I'll have to buy another one now. Problem is though, these PIR lights seems to be a hit and miss judging by the reviews whether on Screwfix, Toolstation, Amazon etc. They may work well enough for a garden but I think I need one that still has an adjustable PIR...

Got it! Make and model doesn't come up with anything so just searched 'PIR sensor settings' instead and looked under Google's Images section, halfway down the page there it was, not the light but the PIR control unit in this different product.......assuming it's the same! Instruction available...

Thanks for your help. Yes, it does look like it says 5" and so forth, but didn't think it would actually mean 5 inches as I don't see the purpose of that distance. Also, 30" is nearly 3' anyway so I thought it meant something else. I'm wondering if one switch (maybe the first one?) turns on...

I have a PIR sensor porch light. It doesn't seem to be functioning well e.g. not coming on when it's supposed to and vice versa. I was never really bothered about this light until now since I'm setting up CCTV. I inherited this light when I bought the house so I don't have the instructions for...

Excellent, thanks for your help and the propping advice.

Before summer ends and the four horsemen of the apocalypse arrive, I want to hopefully implement a solution to my question above. I know the best solution is to replace the roof itself and that still might be an option. I am on a budget and ironically if I was to dispose of the roof myself it...

Thanks for all your advice and noted. Regarding the wiring that connects to the neighbouring module and neutral bar, can the wires be the same as the 1mm wire that connects the transformer to the doorbell or do they have to be proper tails and if so what size? They're quite expensive.

Here is the CU: Here is the link to the transformer It looks like it will only take up one module. If so, I have seen on YouTube someone connecting the live wire to the first floor lighting module and the neutral to the appropriate neutral bar. I am planning on using 2-core 0.75mm cable to...

Thanks for all your advice gentlemen. I feel not so clueless now. I'll try to get a think plank of ideally 60mm (47mm seems to be the limit) and as advised start from one end and work across. I might use those 2 by 2 stakes as a guide as well if need be. I'm definitely getting a membrane down...