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lay some 20mm stones on top of the concrete to help with leveling and drainage?

Soft as in i can lever bits of the aggregate out that are at the surface. Its dry enough to support bodyweight but like i say ive never done anything like this before so dont know what to expect

Look for decorators merchants that sell Packexe, always been popular!

If its had a mist coat then all i would do it repair any holes that may have appeared and rub down any inperfections. I wouldn't think sugar soap would be needed unless the walls were greasy which only really happens in kitchens or if your a smoker. Buy a decent roller sleeve, that will give...

Acrylic eggshell is a good choice as it is extremly durable so if you have alot of condensation that builds up it will withstand it. Also it can be cleaned if need be. DIY shops sell vinyl silk and soft sheen as bathroom paint but if you go to a trade shop they will recommend a/eggshell. For...

Looking for someone with previous experience. I layed a concrete foundation for a small oak beam wall which im using for a raised patio retaining wall. I layed it yesterday afternoon and checked on it today and it still looks damp and is quite soft . Would this be expected as its still drying or...

I was worried about the wall not being able to support the weight, and a low breezeblock wall would add some strength before i fill in behind. I wanted to build against the stone wall to get the maximum space. If i was to build it as close as possible and then pour a mortar mixture down...

Any help guys? First time attempting something like this so any help would be greatly appreciated.

I have this section of boundary wall that will be the edge of my patio. Its fairly old and doesn't feel that sturdy and next doors garden drops down slightly from my garden level so doesn't have much support from soil. Two questions: 1. would you use some concrete blocks built up...

I think for the sake of 100mm i would keep it 300mm high, its not worth the hassle. I can lay the first sleeper flat and rest the 2nd one upright. Thanks for the heads up on that one Mr sheds! :D

If the stone is powdery or dusty to touch, maybe think about using some stabilizing solution thinned down with white spirit. Or use a pliolite based masonry paint which is self stabilizing. The only other thing i can think of is moisture. If the stone is pourous, maybe moisture is soaking...

Havent tried it personaly but a hot air gun might do the job.

And if i decided to build it anyway without permission whats the worst that could happen? My garden slopes up anyway but it would be hard to prove as i would pave over it anyway.

Really? 400mm is nothing, the garden slopes up about that much to the rear wall already.