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Just an update on this - I've tried running the shower valve on max flow, and this does mostly stop the fluctuations - so this would indicate that with a slower flow the boiler is turning on and off all the time. But running the shower valve on full flow is not practical - the water blasts all...

Hello folks We've just moved into a completely refurbished bungalow. It's 3 beds, a little over 1000sq ft. A completely new heating system was installed, using a Worcester Greenstar 37CDi Combi. I can't pass comment on the CH system, but although the HW works fine at the taps it is impossible...

Ah! - I see - caulk isn't meant for ceiling cracks etc? - I didn't realise this. Think I'll stick to ordinary filler except for joints and edges then. Thanks.

Thanks Pigeon 85 - I know that filler will be fine for this - my query really was how people avoid having a distinctly darker colour when painting white emulsion directly over caulk lines - I'm sure I can't be the only person that has this problem.

Hi, I never seem to have too much success using ordinary tube decorators caulk - it's dead easy to use, but when for example I use it on a ceiling for plasterboard line cracks and then go over it wiith emulsion it always shows through as a slightly darker line. Should I be using an oil based...

Not too clear from the pics, but are you sure that this isn't a layer of protective concrete laid over a soil pipe ?

Just a word of advice for those looking at containers - you're correct in thinking the steel ones are not insulated and so not good for office conversion or for storage. Insulated ex-cold store containers are available but as they are rare and so much more useful for storage they will cost about...

Sorry for delay in replying. This seems odd - if you can turn over the soil fairly easily with a fork then a medium powered rotavator should work to a depth of 75mm on the first pass quite easily. Regarding the depth skid, you may either have had this set too high or too low. If the skid is...

Hi, With a bit more info, I might be able to advise. Can you describe what sort of rotavator you were using - has it got powered wheels, or is it a small one which pulls itself along on its tines? Is there an adjustable depth control skid? What is the working width of the machine? Finally...

This really is quite a tricky job - you'll need to be prepared to spend some money. If the screens are to be of any value they'll need to be quite high, and the higher they are the stronger the supporting posts will need to be to avoid wind damage. But if you own the flat (I assume it's a flat)...

Hi Sonnyjim That's a pretty big shed - I would think it's going to be a better bet to lay a concrete slab for this. You could lay slabs just where the shed bearers are, but they can settle and then distort the shed framework over time. Also, bare earth areas under a shed is an open invitation...

Hi camoscato The spurs would work well and be quite cheap to buy, BUT - for each post you'll have to dig a deep hole right by your existing post and concrete the spur in. And if you're going to do that, maybe it would be just as easy to put new posts in! Alternatively - How are the current...

I think it's certainly possible the LA might object - depends on what their policy is in the area on subdividing properties. There's a lot of difference between making a self contained internal division - eg a granny flat which would possibly only need BR approval, and subdividing a property...

Hello Shedwise If your shed is only 2 years old and it's already leaking then it sounds well suspect! When you say 'fibreboard' do you mean the type of soft insulation board? - this stuff is like blotting paper and will grow mould very quickly in cold and damp conditions. But if you mean MDF...

If you're buying new double glazed windows they will have trickle vents fitted as standard these days - to meet revised building regs. So this should allay any worries you have about creating an airtight box! Best of luck with your plans.

I suggest the first thing to do is to dig a pit about 600mm square and 800mm deep at the location you are planning your soakaway, and see how quickly it fills with water. If it fills with water within a few hours to the same level (or close to) the water level at your flooded patches then it...

Restrictive covenants are very common. Whether they are enforceable depends on how they are worded and whether any of your neighbours might wish to raise your proposed building works with Wimpey, regardless of whether or not you have PP. Wimpey Homes is now Taylor Wimpey and are major UK...

Firstly, are you doing a lot of cooking? Maybe the smell is coming from another property? Do you have an extractor fan? Maybe the smells are drifting up and in through an open window upstairs. Are there any visible cracks or gaps in your ceilings? Do you get a lot of unwanted noise from your...

Did the current vendors have the work done, or was it a previous owner? Someone more knowledgeable than me may offer a different opinion, but I think if the work was done 20 years ago then you only need to concern yourself with making sure the alterations you are planning now are approved. I...

I feel sorry for you, DaMekon - I agree it's not really fair to expect you to know that having a flat roof refelted apparently requires building regs approval. I've recently had a flat roof refelted and neither contractor who quoted for the work ever mentioned anything about building regs, so...