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Thanks for all the advise. I ran a new supply from the cold water tank. A bit fiddley, but done now :)

thanks for the quick reply. I kinda guessed that the seperate feed would be the 'best' option. But will connecting to the cystern supply be ok?

Hello I'm fitting a shower pump in the hot water tank cupboard. Thing is I can't an obvious cold water pipe! I am hoping to use the feed into hot water cylinder. This will be quite good 'if I can' as it's in the perfect plce to feed the pump. I want to put a connection just below...

Thanks for the replies I have heard Thompsons a few times so I'll go for that Oldun ... it's already working mate and cooking lovely pizza. I did preen a lot of advise from the Americans especially http://www.fornobravo.com. They even have a set of free plans there :)

Hello I'm building an outdoor brick oven. The roof will be a brick arch. Like the image below (if it works! :) ) It's obviously gonna get loads of rain on it. I need it to be as waterproof of possible, so I have 2 questions please: 1. Is there an additive I can add to the mortar? 2...

Hello Some time soon(ish) I'm gonna build a pergola in the garden. It's gonna be quite big and I'm thinking of building it out of green oak or chunky pine. I've done a bit of research on designs etc. I was gonna concrete the uprights into the ground for stability. In most the photo's I've...

Hello I'm building an outdoor oven that's gonna take a lot of heat. I'll be using firebricks and now I need to source some high temperature mortar. I'm having problems sourcing this kinda thing. I'm in Warrington Cheshire but prepared to travel as far as need to buy the stuff. I'd...

Hello I will be tiling the downstairs floors in the new year. I am thinking of installing underfloor heating. I found a nice and easy looking (to install) water fed one called 'Floor Rad' that basically connects to the existing central heating pipes. The kits are about £400 for a 18...

Hello I'm not a plumber but I've done quite a bit around the house. Even plumbed in 2 bathrooms! So I'm ... I mean was ... fairly confident with basic stuff. Today I fitted a new header/expansion tank in the loft. So when I had the system drained I decided to fit thermostatic controls to...

thanks for the replies ... 785 is looking best at the mo :) Mick

Thanks for the reply ... 785 it is then :) Mick

post seems to have lost track a little :? I'd appreciate some recommendations please? Thanks in advance Mick

Thanks for the reply kinell ... It's a proper science :lol: I'm even more confused now :) Mick

Hello I asked a while back what was the best silicone for around showers etc . Dow Corning came top of the list. However, their range is massive. For white silicone there is 781, 791, 785, 786, 796, 400 and Marine!! All I want is it to stay 'white' for as long as possible!! :) ... so...

The double socket I'd like to replace is in the dining room ... sorry but I'm not sure about the other questions Mick

Thanks for the reply. It will be stuff like, phone, wireless router, door bell, unit lights etc. No heavy stuff like washing machines ... but I do expect I'll plug the vacum in there occassionly Mick

Hello We have a double wall socket that get's plenty of use. All double connectors stuck in there etc. It's not safe and it looks bloody ugly :shock: What I'd like to do is add a few more double sockets, maybe 4 more to give me a total of 10 positions. I'm OK with DIY and done a bit of...

It's such a complex job I wish I'd never started LOL

I clicked it as well LOL Mick

Hello I'm after some concrete delivered/poured for a concrete base. The pour is easily accessible so no logistics problems. Now I'm look for the cheapest firm near Warringtin Cheshire to deliver/pour the concrete. Here's hoping you guys can point me in the right direction? Many...