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Thanks for the replies. I think I'll go for the hardcore-150m concrete/mesh Many thanks ... Mick

Hello I'm gonna build an outdoor brick oven, basically it's a BBQ on steroids :) , heavier and bigger. It will be about the same size as a 6'x4' shed. Most the information/experts are in America. They reccommemd building on slab of concrete. What I'm asking is how 'thick or deep'...

Hello I'm building an outdoor/pizza oven. I need refractory cement or mortar but it appears to be as rare as hens teeth! :) I live in Warrington Cheshire and if anyone can please let me know of any near-by sources it will be appreciated? Thanks in advance Mick

thanks for the replies ... dyebrick looks like the biz! Mick

Hello I'm about to start building an outdoor oven. The main source of information is American and a lot of it translates very well. However, they suggest making a concrete slab for the foundatiion. The only answer that has eluded me so far is: 'how thick/deep the slab should it be?'...

Hello I've seen on a couple DIY proggies where they have laid reclaimed bricks then stained them to give a similar patina/shade/age. I suppose they slightly darken them ... not sure! :oops: I also saw it when they laid a crazy paving type patio of various materials: bricks, paviers...

Mate there's no rush. I really appreciate your advise and will wait until you're ready Mick

I've not actually removed the pump yet mate. I'll do what ever you say is best. Actually, just been checking the downstairs rad's and it will be easier for attaching the hose pipe if I use the kitchen rad. Better for draining off as well me thinks as it's close to the back door? Mick

the pump is knackered mate. Stopped working a few days back ... none of the downstairs rads are warming up

Thanks again As I'm gonna replace the central heating pump should I make up the hose pipe connection(s) to attach where to pump normaly fits? Am I right in saying that water will go in via the radiator (or possibley the pump connections) then another hose pipe tp a drain to take away the...

Nice one mate :D This method is similar to what I was thinking about! I don't have a combi boiler, just the standard type. I look foward to a more detailed 'how to' from you mate Mick

Acid!!! kinell I didn't realise they use that!! :o OK, I'm not bad at DIY but I think this is a job for a pro :) Anyone in the Warrington area interested? Thanks for the replies Mick

Hello I've recently fitted 2 new radiators and the central heating pump has just about packed in. So it's gonna get replaced. I think now is a good time to get the central heating system flushed etc. Prices for doing it look mental and I was wondering if there's a DIY solution to it...

No mate ... but by the strangest coincidence I have recently bought a salamander with a view to upgrading!! Bad move? Mick

... well more of a loud pop :( Sat in the bath tonight when I heard a loud 'POP' and gushing water noises. It came from the airing cupboard where the shower pump sits for the ensuite. Water was gushing out of it. So off with the supplies. Loads of buckets and mops etc and the usual panic...

thanks for the replies ... I'm hoping to use them for epoxy grouting between wall tiles Mick

Hello Been looking at tanking kits for round a shower and Norcos appear to have the cheapest. Anyone used it? Any advise/feedback will be appreciated Thanks in advance Mick

Thanks for the reply mate Mick

Hello Is it ok to use BAL PTB Flexible Tile Adhesive for ceramic floor tiles onto ply? I've checked the data sheet but the can't see any reference to ceramic tiles! Is it Ok to use this stuff for ceramic wall tiles as well? The tiles are quite big at 600x300 mm I'm asking as a mate as a...

Hello Does anyone know where to buy blank silicone tubes? I don't mean those grouting gun type ... I mean the typical sized tube you get for most stuff ... then I can fill them myself Hope I've made myself clear :-) Mick