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    cleaning inside of dg window

    The white smears are the minerals from any moisture that has entered the cavity, eventually if left the glass will start to go white, as what happens is moisture enters the unit ,some times you do not even notice the sun comes out produces heat in the cavity and dries out some of the moisture...
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    Bedroom window HMO

    Might be worth having a word with local building control to see if property is suitable to be let as such,not fully up to spec on definitions for rental. of this type. only current regs for changes that would apply, if alterations were made.
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    cleaning inside of dg window

    IF i can add for the record sealed units do not have a vacuum inside or the glass would implode . the spacer bars on the unit (the bits that hold the glass apart) contain a dessicant crystal (simular to that in a biscuit barrel) then the unit is sealed around the perimeter (edge) its the...
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    Bedroom window HMO

    other factors, may include location of fire escape in building in relation to her room and would then eliminate the need for an accessible window.
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    window does not open

    Always a pleasure to help.
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    removing scratches from slate sign

    The material looks like slate or black lime stone. I would use a fine wet and dry keeping the sheet wet But use a cork sanding pad to prevent finger lines appearing from applying to much pressure with your fingers. try changing the direction for best results. looking at the damage i would...
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    Gas or Electric Fires

    The burner height on a gas fire must be a minimum height from the floor for wall mounted gas fires you cannot stand a gas fire directly on to the floor. and a hearth is required to mount a gas fire on the floor. the size is usually in the manufactures instructions.so an rgi could advise you what...
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    Party walls

    for the work you have described I would have said not, but follow this link to the office of public sector information . it should link you straight to the page you require http://www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts1996/ukpga_19960040_en_1#pb1-l1g2
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    sofa

    Have it recovered.
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    WASPS

    Thank you blasphemous. but i will not be killing any body this week as I am a rgi :lol: also own the building and window co that did all my work. this is the annoying thing I know the construction is fine in all areas. just cant find the nest. the floors were formed with attic trusses, lower...
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    New UPVC window frame hidden behind reveal - Help!!

    Normal procedure would be to measure external, then internal plaster line to see how much frame will be visible and using add on sections to bring the internal sightline to a suitable sightline. as not to loose the frame behind the plaster.any body worth their salt can ascertain on site if add...
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    WASPS

    All pvcu windows and doors no gaps full property refurb seven years ago adding the beds to the roof. thats whats so annoying cant find a single hole. even removed downlighters to ceilings to look for them.
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    WASPS

    for whatever reason we seem to be plauged with wasps,nasty little blighters as well.I have been stung just putting my shirt on. my daughter was stung in bed last night. a parcel collector picked up a parcel and got stung on the stomach. every day wasps just keep appearing on the floor or window...
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    Issues with workmen [Building]

    You cant just not pay them. as harsh as this sounds if you do not pay full stop. you are in the wrong. what you need to do is put down in writing a full list of defects then give them notice to rectify the works.usually 7 days. the works are appalling. I don't think they are even plasters?
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    building near public sewer

    we are currently constructing an extension that falls within 3 meters the last two that we have constructed close to main sewers we have had to have a pre construction drain survey carried out (cctv) scan,send the dvd to your local water authority with a fee which when carried out will...
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    Bay window pillar

    sorry for the delay in the reply but not been on here too much lately been very busy. you should be able to support the top one then cut out the mullion with out removing the top section.
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    UPVC Georgian window strips?

    as previousley postd if you read our profile my e mail address is in it I will help you if I can. we do manufacture, not buy in.
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    UPVC Georgian window strips?

    Its a start he could ring and ask for a local stockist who carries stock I am sure they would sell him some . every things for sale its just finding the stuff.
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    Anyone know what this is?

    Try a haberdashery shop it looks like the old fashioned tape for ruffling tops of curtains or weighing down the bottoms, I could be miles off . but what is your intended use this would help to identify,or is this the qualifying round for the krypton factor.?
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    UPVC Georgian window strips?

    Agile try this link http://www.thermosealgroup.com/product-line.cfm?theParentID=297B1A38-15C5-F4C0-9998CE3B50CB318B
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