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i have an application where a lady had an oven delivered, but, they would not fit it cos of ply lined walls (fire regulations). The ply appears to be woodstained and greasy but is fairly rigid. Can I tile onto this ply with some preparation or should i line with plasterboard and then tile. It is...

I have a new softwood unit (redwood i think!) which we want white. I plan to primer/undercoat (dulux trade qdp) and a non gloss finish. I presume i could use satin or eggshell. What is the difference between these two finishes - is it just the sheen level. When would you use one in preference to...

I have two rooms in a let flat which require cushioned vinyl. The kitchen currently has vinyl securely bonded to concrete, so, can I put cush vinyl on top and do i need to bond. The second room is a bathroom with a flat concrete base - can i put cush vinyl onto conccrete and do i need to bond...

i also saw some little v shaped clips - presumably to replace the rolled lead (sorry traditionalists!!). Are these any good. Thanks to all previous responses.

my dads lead flashing has come away above a pitched tiled porch roof. It is a straight run of 6 ft. How is this to be refitted - should i dig out the mortar and re-mortar or just push it back in and seal with lead flashing sealant. Thanks for any help !!

thanks to you both. It does sound like oil based is the way to go for a job that lasts as opposed to a quick fix.

thats interesting third eye. I rang dulux (before I read your post!) and they suggested that this product was as good as a solvent based for exterior use. I am not doubting your practical experience, but, could you explain a little further. Thanks

Thanks Zampa. In your opinion, is this product somewhere near as durable as a solvent based undercoat when used outdoors. Ta

I have used this as an undercoat on most of my wood (inside) as you dont have to wait too long before glossing. The tub says exterior use is ok - but would you guys recommend it to be used on exterior wood. ie garage door frame or even the pre painted metal door itself . I am wondering how...

A work colleague is adament he is going to emulsion over wallpaper (not vinyl paper) with emulsion - as the paper is flat and clean. It is only ' the spare room' is his reason. What are the risks here and what would be the safest type of emulsion to use - to minimise risk of problems. Thanks

thanks for explaining third eye. Is this paint suitable as a final finish - but just not very wipeable?

I had a kitchen wall plastered(bonding & skim) a week ago and have been advised on here to use supermatt as a finish. Having been advised on many occasions to read the tin (third eye!) , the instructions seem to contradict themselves. It reads'suitable for plaster that is still drying out' and...

zampa, it did cross my mind to leave it rolled, but, the finish on the wood looked like it had hundreds of tiny bubbles. This was using (admittedly) a cheap quality foam roller. Maybe it was it my technique!!. Any comments?

i was painting a friends carport timber with undercoat and dulux trade hi gloss (I know you will ask third eye!!). The timbers were quite large so i rolled the gloss on with the intention of laying off with a brush. It was a warm/humid day and the gloss was drying so quick it was dragging when i...

thanks third eye- again!!.

thanks guys - third eye, just your comment about 'assuming flat wall'. If it is an anaglypta type wall with a bold pattern, do you not bother rubbing down cos of the difficulty or cos there is no need?

growler - its interesting to hear you say 'use matt first' - isnt that what people are suggesting you aviod if possible? not being argumentative here mate - just confused. Your right on the 'this board can give you the willys' comment, but it is still a great source of info. if the board was not...

I realise that you are talking matt over silk, but, are there any issues with silk over silk. Should you still abrade the silk before applying the fresh silk paint.

great link - thanks. Suprised to hear they fix kitchen units with easi-drive! your option looks good too - spreading the load behind board.

which fixings provide a more secure fix onto hollow plasterboard walls for say shelves/curtain poles etc. I have used plasplugs heavy duty plasterboard fixings(blue or red plastic) and metal toggles. I am interested in using the metal easi drives. I believe these just cut their own thread rather...