Search results

  1. monkeysDIY

    RSJ vs Lintel on 2.6m External Wall/ Knock Through

    Hi Folks, Hope all are well? I am after wisdom on an external wall.... House is 1987 Link-Detached will block inside and brick external walls. Kitchen has a standard door with small wall then window. I wish to remove this wall extend the window and suppport all with a RSJ or Lintel... gap...
  2. Untitled

    Untitled

  3. Untitled

    Untitled

  4. House pics

    House pics

  5. monkeysDIY

    Removing Carpet for Heated Floorboards - Under Skirting???

    Hi AGAIN!! :shock: I am looking to replace the mucky carpet in my front room and entrance hall (all one) with some reclaimed floorboards with underfloor heating. This however creates a problem at the skirting boards, recently renewed! I want to remove them and laay the floor 100% properly and...
  6. monkeysDIY

    looking for New Complete Kitchen - Solid & Good Value

    Thanks Steve.... from Wren Kitchens :wink:
  7. monkeysDIY

    looking for New Complete Kitchen - Solid & Good Value

    Hi, Sorry to ask the age old question.... I want to replace my kitchen with a VERY good value BUT solid!! I am in Kent and like to design my own but would really appreciate your experienced input... I have Howdens, Wickes, B&Q... the sheds go on.... Just want to hear what experiences you...
  8. monkeysDIY

    Kitchen Worktop Durable Varnish / Protection

    Hi Again!!! I have installed a shelf in my bathroom to hold the sink... it is 40mm solid beech worktop. I wanted to stain/ varnish it with Ronseal Diamond Hard Varnish... Will 2 coats of this be enough protection for bathroom mist and splashes of water? or should I look for sealing alternative...
  9. monkeysDIY

    Help... Friend, Level Tiles... Am I being too Fussy!

    Yeah, I understand. He is a professional tiler... The walls are plaserboard and where 4 tiles meet... none are the same level..... I dont know!
  10. monkeysDIY

    Help... Friend, Level Tiles... Am I being too Fussy!

    Help Guys... I have a friend tiling my bathroom and I am very ANAL! What can I expect as tolerence with wall tiles... they do not run smooth as I place my hand on them, slight drops or gains of mm between solid stone tiles.... Am I just being too fussy? Oh boy!!!! I dont know what experienced...
  11. monkeysDIY

    failed bathroom extractor

    How did you get on with the Airflow Icon 30? Did you fit one and with what control module? Ta
  12. monkeysDIY

    Cutting Circle Out of Kitchen Worktop

    Cool. Will I be able to cut a circle with a router? Thanks
  13. monkeysDIY

    Cutting Circle Out of Kitchen Worktop

    Thanks. If I put the blade in the jigsaw... what way will the sloping edge run down or up? Thanks
  14. monkeysDIY

    Cutting Circle Out of Kitchen Worktop

    Hi, I have read a few posts but none which exactly answer my query... Sorry! Looking to cut a strange shape in a worktop to fit into quirky bathroom... I want to cut a circle for basin to sit on, I have read about special blades for jigsaws and polish sealant???? Part of the shape is a...
  15. monkeysDIY

    Touch Switch In Mirror Dimmer

    Thanks, are they reliable? Costly???
  16. monkeysDIY

    Touch Switch In Mirror Dimmer

    Hi, Fussy me again :? I want to add a switch in bathroom to power lights above a mirror in bathroom... I don't do anything normally! Want to install a touch sensative switch in area of mirror, has anyone come across these and can they be dimm-able? Thanks friends
  17. monkeysDIY

    Open/ Gas Fire Without Chimney???

    Hi, I have a 1987 breeze & brick built link detached house. The front room is missing a centre piece and can get a little chilly in winter..... Hence..... I would like to add a fire, I can build a stud and put a non-functioning fire & mantle in BUT being fussy I would like it to work. The wall...
  18. monkeysDIY

    Thick or Chunky Pine or Oak? 400mm x 1000mm???

    Thanks boys. What is a torsion box? Ta
  19. monkeysDIY

    Thick or Chunky Pine or Oak? 400mm x 1000mm???

    Hi, Im looking to add a funky floating style shelf in bathroom. Doors are pine as is architrave... so am wondering where I can find single piece wood to my size? Ideally about 75mm thick.... Have thought about tables or doors...... Can I pick your brains?
  20. monkeysDIY

    Loft Insulation and Boarding. Ventilation Question...

    Thank You DazB Just wanted to make sure I wasn't going to get stale air or a family of mice moved in!!!! Excellent, well theres sunday from Shed to Loft...... You gotta love Wickes!!!
Back
Top