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Hi. I've just replaced a lamp holder (the existing one's thread had crumbled). When finished, it occurred to me that the weight of the holder, bulb and lampshade are all on the copper inside the brown and blue wires. Screwing down the 'upper cover' does nothing (as far as I can see) to take...

Another great reply - thanks, Notch. You know your wood, it seems, so if it helps to confirm what I've got, here's a pic of it when new:

Great reply, John, thanks for taking the time.

Hi. The plans stated Larch but in the back of my mind I think Cedar may have been the only wood available at the time. The brochure given to me is from 'thermowood' and there are indeed some maintenance instructions. It says that the wood will last for many years without the need for surface...

Hi. My extension was made with heat treated wood that's supposed to last for 20-25 years. It's now 11 years old and looking a bit dry. I'm not sure what's best to paint it with - hopefully just a water-based, clear, wood preserver. Any hints, tips and advice would be welcomed. Thank you.

Couldn't get the filter out. Drip continues despite new diaphgram. Sod it - just bought a new inlet unit. Job done.

It's a new seal I've just fitted, that's why I'm perplexed as to why there's a drip. I've found this: https://www.showers-direct2u.co.uk/documents/Univalve2_SV80367.pdf so maybe I'll try cleaning the filter once I get some long nose pliers. Andy - the seal/diaphragm has a 'thing' in the centre...

Having googled some images, I'd say close coupled.

Hi. This thread describes how, 4 years ago, I learnt to change the washer on my WC inlet valve. https://www.diynot.com/diy/threads/how-to-replace-a-hushflow-washer-on-a-dual-flush-toilet.437158/ I had to do it again today but I've got a small, constant drip into the pan. I've set the float...

Good idea, thanks. And thanks everyone else. I await an ebay delivery...

Thanks, just pumps. Good news, though - I found this on a website and, sure enough, after taking off the red caps, one of the diaphragms is turning to dust. An easy fix: "If only one of the buttons on the S4399AA dual flush plate has stopped working the most likely problem is that one of the...

Actually, both buttons are fine. I switched the tubes on the cistern end (the red bits in the picture) and now it's the small flush button that doesn't work. Which means it's one of those two things in the cistern (do they have a name?) which is the problem. I'm guessing it's a 'replace'...

Thanks, Lower. Can the diaphragm be replaced or is it a matter of getting a whole new plate?

Not applicable - has been working since day 1. Thanks, though.

Hi. I noticed my 'big flush' needed a couple of presses to work. This lasted for a week or so. This morning, nothing - just a pathetic hiss of air. I assumed the tube had come loose, but no. The 'little flush' is fine. Picture attached. Can anyone suggest what the cause/cure is? Thank...

Hi. I got this message from the firm that looks after my rental property: “The downstairs toilet is not flushing. Our plumber attended earlier today and the syphon for the toilet needs to be replaced at the cost of £120.00.” Seems a bit steep. The toilet is a traditional one, you just lift off...

Thanks for that. The screws are 'straight slot' and my wee screwdriver is pretty old. I'll borrow a couple from a friend over the weekend and have another go.

I hate having to post this as it sounds so lame but, anyway... My bathroom shaving light has a pull switch that's had its day. I want to have a go at replacing the pull switch (only cost me £1.49) but I need to take the light off the wall first. I've fallen at the first hurdle, though, as I...

Hi bobasd and thanks for that. It's a cooker with a ceramic top. As far as I know, they're just plain tiles - I'm not sure what a nibbed tile would look like, I googled it but only got links to roof tiles(!) I've also googled 'tile expansion' and was surprised to learn that it's a thing...

Hi. My sister has a problem which I've taken a pic of. The tiles are from 1993 and the cooker from 2005. She reckons the heat from the back of the cooker is making the wall bulge. Is that possible?? Perhaps someone here has seen something like this before and knows the cause. And (if it's...