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    Online uPVC suppliers?

    you just hammer straight through it will go into the timber yes and probably through that and into the rafter a little bit too no need to locate rafter it is underneath the fascia but will be smaller so probably fix nails at 2" and 5" from the top of the pvc board and this will get a good fixing...
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    Guttering adapter? How comptable?

    this will fit your square gutter no problem as floplast is 116mm as well so should be okay to join with the round if its a bit baggy then use some silicone around the seal and pull together with screws
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    T shaped window lock key

    its got to be worth a try for a few quid the other option if you are stuck is a thin nail and bend the end over so its like an L shape ive done this before when ive been stuck to get these windows open
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    T shaped window lock key

    its probably a wms key try ebay item no. 230691989525 cheers
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    Online uPVC suppliers?

    try eurocell they have branches all around the country and deliver. the trouble with cap over brown fascia is that it expands and contracts a lot so better to have 50mm brown polytop nailsx2 every 50mm (the larger nails, not 40mm because the boards just pop them off when they move) and try to...
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    guttering replacement question

    The moss isnt a problem if it gets really thick then it can be cleaned off as for fascias etc about £45 per metre is fair for replacement , dont get talked into cladding over it
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    How can I adjust this door?

    also have you checked the hinges to see if they can be wound upwards if there is an allen key adjustment on the underside then try this aswell for vertical only adjustment may have a cover over the screw
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    Windows and doors quote - Ok or too high?

    i would have thought about 6-6.5 k based on your information. get more quotes but make sure company is either fensa or certass registered and you should be at least offered an insurance backed guarantee, i give them as standard with my jobs. find out what profile they are using and what the...
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    New windows

    wire wool with patination oil would be my choice but like you say they are new windows so get them replaced again till youre satisfied trust me its free fitting !
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    New windows

    have you tried wire wool over all the lead to give it a uniform look?
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    Gap on uPVC window

    for an easier solution go on ebay and search for sash seal wedges they are springs that fix to the sash (opener) and plastic wedges that sit on the frame and when you close the spring runs up against the plastic block pushing it back against the seal about £20 for 25 sets enough to do all your...
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    Replacement windows in cavity.

    one more thing dont forget you will need a bigger cill 180mm instead of standard 150mm cheers
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    Replacement windows in cavity.

    thats correct they sit more or less flush with brick work so give yourself 5-10mm for clearance when plumbing up quadrants will hide the edges as well good luck i think it will look superb :lol:
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    Replacement windows in cavity.

    to be honest a few straps wouldnt do any harm you can get different size closers dependent on cavity size to stop any lateral movement in the cavity and yes with 70mm upvc it does work well which is my main field to be honest and i tend to overdo it with the "spax" fixings !! i prefer to put a...
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    Replacement windows in cavity.

    cavity closers can be found at eurocell by the way ten quid ish for a 5m lenth im sure theres a branch near you and they deliver :D
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    Replacement windows in cavity.

    i usually seal in clear neutral cure silicone then quadrant over the top, nice neat finish dont see any ugly sealant
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    Aluminium windows - reboarded internal sills

    ill second that ask for large outer frame looks better than knock ons
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    Replacement windows in cavity.

    what about installing insulated cavity closers first ? its another option and easy
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    UPVC double glazing removal

    looks like wedge gaskets on the inside , try and prise out the rubber bits on the inside then go round the front of the window and you should now be able to prise out the beadings on the outside with a paint scraper the wedge gaskets keep the glass tight against the beads good luck
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    fensa registered

    i wouldnt bother go with certass instead much better in my experience
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