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Hi everyone In order to plasterboard an existing Lath & Plaster ceiling I need to remove the smoke alarm. It is wired via the mains and coincidentally this morning it has started to beeping at 15 sec intervals, which I thought would indicate a problem? For the moment I would like...

Hi everyone A bit of advice if possible please? Taken off an old (1930's!) cupboard door which is +/- 2000mm x 800mm that was originally built either side of the fireplace recess. I would like to replace this with a new basic plain on-ubtrusive one, and I would like to know if a...

Thanks freddymercurystwin Should I get 'special' plasterboard ones?

Hi This weekends project is to plasterboard over existing lath & plaster ceiling which is in ok condition. My plan is to mark out the joists which run horizontally across (90 degrees to floorboards) and attach into them. I am doing this as the plasterer will be in shortly to plaster...

Hi everyone, thanks for all the comments, for clarity the boards are 27mm http://www.british-gypsum.com/products/plasterboard___accessories/gyproc_thermal/gyproc_thermaline_plus.aspx I think the ideal solution as mentioned would be to chase into the board and use expanding foam in the gap...?

Many thanks for the feedback! The socket was already connected, and I will move it to the left and re-chase vertically. The circuit is indeed RCD protected. All will be connected and tested by electrician. The room, is still a shell and by no means technically a kitchen :D The...

Thanks ericmark, very helpful advice thank you. So having the cable traced behind the cooker (100mm from edge) would be ok, asssume there is a gap between the cooker and wall, and will not have any heat issues? I have now read somewhere that you cannot chase into foam backed plasterboard...

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Hi We are due to have a new kitchen installed into what was the existing dining room. I have had two extra 2 gang sockets installed however, as it is one will be situated over where the cooker is now to be located (had re-arranged the plan!) It is chased up about 100mm from...

Thanks for all the replies :) The boards have already been fixed to the walls (taped & joined) :o . I hadn't thought of using coving this may be an option? If I was to cut strips to fit the gap any suggestions on tools to use to ensure I get a nice straight cut? This is 27mm foam backed...

Hi everyone I am just finishing off therm' boarding and have left a gap at the bottom (to allow airflow, under floorboards as was recommended) and this will be covered up with skirting board once floors have been laid. I do have another gap at the top (approx 25mm) and just wanted some...

Hi everyone I initially posted this in the windows/doors forum with limited success so if ok I would like to try here!? We have recently had our old wooden windows replaced with nice new double glazed ones, the house is single block and the new windows seem to be relatively the same...

Great thanks for all the help :) Cheers!

Hi Thats the term I was looking for! ('flex outlet plate') just needed confirmation of wiring in a washing machine & Fridge/Freezer? Both have fused switches on the wall. FI - I would say I have a basic grasp of the fundamentals of electricty... however, I will certainly be getting in...

Hi Just moved into our house which is a 'project' to say the least! In what is currently our kitchen we have two sockets that simply have a hole in the middle. Would these be for connecting a washing machine or other appliance to? If so how are they wired? Sorry if its a silly...

Hi again I have posted soms pics which I am hoping can help? http://www.diynot.com/network/Rusty10/albums/ As I mentioned once done I would like to add 27mm therm' board to the inside and this will then create a slight recess to the window. What is the best way of finishing? Cill...

Hi, thanks for reply! OK the windows are about the same width as the blockwork so the fit is relatively snug with no recess inside. Once I add the therm' board this will create a recess of about 30mm Does that make a bit more sense?! :?

Hi We have just had our windows replaced with doubled glazed. I have installed tharmaline boards (onto single block) to all the walls and can now finish around the windows. My question (if I can explain correctly!) is that the boards will create a small recess to the window, what is the...

Hi Thanks so much for your replies. I connected red to L, Blue to N and Yellow to L1. Fan comes on when light is switched and goes off 5 mins after light is switched off (via timer) Thanks again!