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    becoming a locksmith?

    You could contact The British Locksmiths Institute for advise. They may have the info you require Here. Salem.
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    Fire Door - Town House - How Do I Get Them Back On????

    If you have an old fork, you can use that to hold it. the prongs will go ether side of the chain links. Salem.
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    Choosing a wood chisel set

    I use the Marples Here Have had my set for approx 15 yrs, and wouldn't use others. Salem.
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    Are bathroom extractor fans sensible ?

    Fans in bathrooms are required under the Building Regs even if you have a window.
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    Fire Wall

    Just one point. To be classed as a fire break, the studwork must be covered on both sides, not just your side.
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    Removing dried paint from laminate flooring

    If you have access to a steam cleaner that has a jet nozzle/attachment, this will soften the paint and make it easier to remove.
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    Installing a wood burner

    This site might be able to advise you. Stoves online
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    Levers and keys for Chubb locks

    Some time ago I required new parts for a 3G135 lock, I contacted Chubb helpline who sorted the problem for me. Chubb Locks Salem.
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    Silly Question

    The reason I do it is to keep the post tidy. Some web links can be very long and will span over several lines if you let it. :D I normally use Click
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    Hoods on downlights

    OP: or you could fit fire rated downlighters!
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    getting cable past noggin

    :D :D :D :D :D
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    loft stairs

    I wouldn't put the stairs in untill you have worked out the final floor hight in the proposed loft conversion. you may find that if/when the floor joists and floor are installed the stairs will no longer fit. Also the building regs may change (not likley, but possible) thus rendering them...
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    stairs to attic

    I wouldn't put the stairs in untill you have worked out the final floor hight in the proposed loft conversion. you may find that if/when the floor joists and floor are installed the stairs will no longer fit. Also the building regs may change (not likley, but possible) thus rendering them...
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    getting cable past noggin

    I've used a router to cut grooves in the timber, stopped 1/2" either side of stud and used wire coat hanger to pass cable between sections. worked like a charm. Used a long router cutter and made several passes, when cable in place insert fillets of timber to fill cuts in the timber and finish...
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    Pirate Windows XP

    Re: Windows Genuine Advantage I used "removewga.exe" to remove the notification part of this program from my system, it is a tool that will uninstall Windows Genuine Advantage Notification and is not illegal to use. The reason I removed it is I don't like the idea of Microsoft installing...
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    upvc reg's re fire escape

    The Regs require at least 1 fire egress window in a habitable room to satisfy Document B of the Building Regulations. You can still have Easyclean hinges that conform to this regulation. If your supplier cannot fit them, ask why. Click Here
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    Garage roof - DUMB QUESTION ALERT!

    As static says, "Only certain types of asbestos need certified contractors." Below is the infomation e-mail to me some time ago, from the Dept of Enviroment. Asbestos fibres are released when cement sheeting is broken or drilled, sawn, scrubbed or sanded. The fibres can then become...
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    Candy dishwasher, detergent door not opening

    I also have this problem with our Dishwasher. We have been putting the wash tabs in the cutlery tray for over a year now with no adverse affects. Candy quoted £70 to repair, they sounded like they have fixed this fault many, many times before. Salem.
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    What's the oldest tool......

    My Stanley 71 1/2 Router Plane, which I picked up at a junk shop a few years ago. Don't know how old it is though, but it looks very well used. also have a Bailey 5 1/2 Jack plane, but can't use it at mo as can't get right width iron for it. Salem.
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    LITTLE FIGHTER

    Hi all, was just reading a magazine when I came across this story. :shock: Its about a gorgeous little tot who lost her limbs to meningitis. She is doing well and has started to walk. They are trying to raise money to buy her limbs as the nhs ones for toddlers dont have knee joint so they...
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