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    2 way switch to a 1 way?

    Thanks for the replies so far guys....i always thought you couldn't fit a dimmer on a 2 way circuit. What i have is 2 switches in my front room, the first switch works the front room main light. Then in the dinning room section i have the second switch, which is a double switch. Id basically...
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    2 way switch to a 1 way?

    Is it quite simple to convert a 2 way light switch back to a 1 way? I have a 2 way switch in my front room, but would like to fit a dimmer switch. Dimmer switches cant be fitted on 2 way??? thanks for any replies.
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    Tell us a joke

    Alfie Pattern, recently in the news as the 13 year old father has joined the group 'Fathers for Justice'. In an interview he said 'it made sense to join because I've already have a spider man outfit'!!! :lol: :lol: :lol:
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    Word Association

    Degree
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    Word Association

    SIDECAR :D
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    DIMPLEX LIVING ART FIRE PROBLEMS?- Advice needed.

    Many thanks to all above who have replied. I'm genuinely thinking its been a faulty batch of heaters. All the packaging was definatley removed, also any transit screws, because there wasn't any. The extension I used is 1 metre long! Thankfully the supplier is giving me a refund. Thanks again for...
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    DIMPLEX LIVING ART FIRE PROBLEMS?- Advice needed.

    No problems would come form me putting a plug on it would they? how would you normally test a fire without hard wiring it first?
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    DIMPLEX LIVING ART FIRE PROBLEMS?- Advice needed.

    Hi taylor thanks for the quick response and your time. Yes, i followed the instructions to the letter. The 2 heaters on the back are enclosed units so no packaging in them. When the fire was turned on for the first time, with both fires Ive had, the screen comes on okay, one side heaters works...
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    DIMPLEX LIVING ART FIRE PROBLEMS?- Advice needed.

    Hi, thanks in advance for all the replies. Ive have just purchased a Dimplex Living Art Fire, Model LVA191. When it arrived I was told to test it by the supplier before hanging it. The fire came with a 3 core flex attached which I just stuck a plug on and plug it into the wall ( Via an extension...
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    IN SEARCH OF FRESH WHITE WOODWORK!!!

    Thanks Zampa mate. Do you know if the water based satin paint yellows over time? or it it the oils in typical gloss which cause this? thanks again.
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    IN SEARCH OF FRESH WHITE WOODWORK!!!

    Hi guys thanks in advance for taking the time to reply and sharing your experience. I'm trying to find a solution to achieving fresh white woodwork for door frames and skirting around my home. I'm happy to use any finish, so long as the wood stays white for as long as possible and doesn't...
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    BELLING HOB- General questions

    Thanks in advance for any replies. All replies great fully received. - Has anyone out there had any dealings with belling appliance manufactures with regards to making a claim on the warranty? Only had the appliance 6 months and always feel like ill get fobbed off. - whats the best line...
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    Relocating a phone line advice needed please

    Thanks for the response plugwash, its very helpful and appreciated.
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    Relocating a phone line advice needed please

    Thank you guys for the replies, in particular Maltaron and Eric mark. I think I will follow your advice and not move the first master socket and run the other sockets I need from there. Like I say im not used to messing about with the phone lines so a little unsure. I have a few more questions...
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    Relocating a phone line advice needed please

    Hi, thanks in advance for all comments. Im currently decorating the front and want to relocate 2 phone sockets. Ive read some of the posts on hear already but still need further advice...Ive attached some pics to support my post. socket one, this looks like it comes from the out side wall...
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    gap thickness for tile size?

    The choice is yours mate. They will look like big gaps but will be fine once grouted.
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    gap thickness for tile size?

    Hey mick, use a larger tile spacer mate. There bid tiles you putting up so a larger grout line / spacer wont look out of place.
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    Kitchen Extension - What To Pay

    Hi THR62. As the other guys have said the price would depend on what you want and if your intending to do some of the external / internal work yourself or if your planning on paying for the complete job? The best thing is get a few designers / architects round to look at doing some plans and...
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    Advice on choosing tile splashback colors

    Hi there, Im just currently renovating a house and have tiled floors, walls, kitchens, bathrooms etc so have been looking for tiles many times....im also trying to get a modern contemporary feel to my renovations....so as a suggestion, and its all down to personal taste of course, have you...
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    Kitchen extension ( with pics )

    Hi there thanks for you comments floor tiles from B&Q got them cheaper as they were an end of line. Cost from memory, £8.00 per pack of 6 at 600mm/600mm. As for putting down....had to use a self level compound first on the floor, all the tiles had to be cleaned and rubbed with a tile...
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