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Hi, I'm going to buy my first non crt set. After much research I've decided that the following features are pretty vital: 1. a full 1080p HD tuner 2. a screen that is non-reflective (we have big windows on two walls) 3. a set that shows both HD and SD channels well The following...

Hi again, Okay, the job's finished and if I say so myself it's come out pretty well. Thanks to those who helped me along - as usual in this forum.

Hi, By now I expected to be able to say the jobs done and thanks for the advice. But I've made an awful mistake. The prep went well and so did putting on the primer. But then, I picked up the wrong tin and put on the topcoat! What can I do now? I could mix the rest of the topcoat with...

Hi, My garage door is a real mess. I'm halfway through using a hot air gun to scrape it all back to the primer or bare metal - some parts have one coat of paint, others have four. When I've done scraping, I intend to use a ball of steel wool to remove any bits and properly abrade the...

Okay ch427. A flap disc it is. Many thanks.

Hi, I have to paint a metal garage door with the top coat of paint peeling off. I Have a small angle grinder and am confused about the best type of disc to use with it, and what grade to pick as well. Some sellers say their discs will remove paint and rust without much damage to the...

Hi, No, I shoved in a panel of Hardiebacker and tiled over that. The tenants have been using the shower now for two days and, so far, without leaks. Thanks for you willingness to help, anyway.

Hi, I have seen a post on here somewhere that says plasterboard is bombproof if sealed properly first. I can't find it again. I need to tile over the board. So, what do I use to seal the board? How long would I have to wait before tiling? Would normal tile adhesive be okay? To put...

Hi, I have to cut out a square of tiling which is stuck onto ordinary plasterboard. I think I should be able to use the Fein type of vibrating tool to cut through the grout and the plasterboard in one go. What 'bit' should I use in the tool> I've seen half moon and a sort of rectangle...

I've looked up the subject online, as suggested, and found a lot to think about. I'll pass on what I learned from that and from yourselves to the lady in question. I'll strongly suggest that she has a pro independent survey done if she decides to go ahead. Thanks very much for your replies.

Hi, I have a friend with a house built in 1925 which has cavity walls. She is wary of having cavity wall insulation injected as she has seen a TV programme about the damage this can cause. I haven't see the program or heard about this. If anyone has any advice on this I'd be glad to...

Charnwood, Thanks for your info. I'll look into that pronto..

Hi, My cistern flushes about 10 litres, at a guess. I don't want to replace it as it matches the rest of the suite. The operating handle is on the side. I recently I used a Duofold toilet cistern which, although its handle was on the side, gave the option of a minor or a major flush...

JohnW2, Sorry, I haven't been able to get back to the house yet. Damn painter didn't phone when he promised. I will come back to youi when I can

JohnW2, I should be taking a painter round tomorrow so I'll have a look at the wiring to see if I can deduce something. thanks for your help.

Okay, I went to the house this morning and found that the MEM CU did need its rcd's pressing down before they would stay up. So that problem is solved. Funny thing is, now the upstairs lights come on. I noticed that the back garden grass had been cut - by somebody unknown - and wondered if...

Right, I'll try a hard push down as you suggest. It will have to be tomorrow now, as I have to go out tonight. Thanks for your replies. I'll let you know what happens.

Hi, The house isn't new, just new to me. The place is empty at the moment and I went down an hour ago to check all is okay. I found that the upstairs lights didn't work. I looked at the consumer unit and the two RCD switches, the main switch, and all eight of the MCBs' were in the up...

Yes, I have a landlords safety certificate. I now have a Honeywell H450EN carbon monoxide alarm - the best on the market, apparently, I've spoken to a heating engineer and was told that all I need to do is place it appropriately in the room with the stand alone gas fire. This is where...

Yes, I'd figured out a carbon monoxide detector for myself. What I need to know is if I need one near each flame source - three in all.