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anyone? would really appreciate a pointer on this one.

ps - after posting this i realised i should have a search and see if this has been answered already. Most people have said re-wire all the way back to the consumer unit, but this isn't really possible, not without a lot of strife and work. As well as ripping up new carpets etc. Someone...

I want to relocate the switch for me cooker, but the wire will be too short to run to the new position. What is the best way to extend this (without taking the whole wire out and starting again). I had a look at using a junction box, but the connectors looked too small to house the wire...

cool, cheers guys. I think the bond of the paint id fairly good. I'll do the tape test and score it as well.

I've read loads of posts on this, but can't seem to get a definitive answer. self explanatory question really. My walls are currently part tiled and the rest is painted plasterboard. I'm going to take the old tiles off, then re-tile. Where it isn't tiled, can I tile straight onto painted...

Have just been reading all the posts I can on laying travertine as I'm starting this at the weekend. I have a few questions: I ordered a load of travertine from a company up north (I am in London) and they supplied it with grey adhesive. After reading a couple of posts I'm a little worried...

The stainless steel trim on my AEG ceramic hob is starting to come away. Its stuck with a black sticky rubbery seal thing (technical description). Is there a specific AEG part that I need to order, or there some kind of generic glue I can use?

thanks for your reply. Am aware of part p, I had 3 halogen spots installed by a qualified electrician instead of the main ceiling rose. The wire from the last one of these is taken across the room, so the spot lights under the units can be switched on at the same time. If it is ok to use...

I've just bought these halogen spotlights from ikea to go under my cabinets in my kitchen. http://www.ikea.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?topcategoryId=15579&catalogId=10103&storeId=7&productId=52962&langId=-20&categoryId=16082&chosenPartNumber=80072941 At the moment, the...

okey. I plan to use a wall mounted tap, so the pipes for this will obviously have to be recessed. It would have to be a right angle bend for these - do you recommend using copper for this then?

why do I avoid connections in walls? Is this any type of connection?

what's the best way to cut the veneered mdf? Is it ok with a circular saw?

i'm going to be recessing some plastic pipes in a breeze block and plasterboard wall in my bathroom. It'll be pipes from under the floor up to a wall mounted tap. Is there any special precautions I should take? I'll be using speedfit connections. Thanks Chris

what am i talking about. I only need one sheet of veneered mdf either 1 or 2 sided, so even using zebrano, materials only come to around £120. I will post some pictures when I'm done.

ps I presume it is unsuitable to use this: http://www.slhardwoods.co.uk/sheetmaterials_results.asp?sheetID=6 either side of the main MR MDF core. Most of the MR veneers are double sided, which I don't really need to do this!

Thanks Had a look into this a bit further last night - I think my best bet will be to do what you suggested and sandwich a piece of 18mm MDF with two 6mm veneered pieces, then get some veneer sheets to edge it. Might have to go for a cheaper veneer like american walnut to bring the...

mdf supplier - i am also interested in zebrano veneer - could i have a contact?

collins complete diy manual. no specific travertine guide, but it does tell you how to tile amongst many many things!