Search results

Hi, I would like to fit a mini security light (150W) to an outside wall. The first method of connection I was thinking of was to run a cable to the double socket in the car port and fit a FCU. However on closer inspection it appears that the double socket in the carport is a spur (taken...

Hi, Are these two saws the same piece of kit, or am I missing something? Both can be found on Screwfix's website. Dewalt 707 at £280 Dewalt 707 at £220 Cheers, T.

Hi, The fence currently in place is similar to the fence below, with posts tapered towards the top. The wire fence is on the outside so I have access to the flat side of the post, if you know what I mean :? Are these drillable if there are not suitable holes? I was enquiring about...

Cheers dude. Any opinions on hardwood posts over softwood posts? Plus, must you use concrete for the spur or can you use postcrete?

The posts are designed for wire mesh fencing so are not slotted unfortunately :( Sorry, but I'm difficulty picturing the studding you are referring to John. Have you a link to an image? I will try to get some photos of the fence and posts currently in situ if it helps. Cheers.

Greetings, On the back border of our property we have currently have a wire mesh fence. I'm looking to install a featheredge fence in front of this for some privacy. Firstly (now this may be folly, please don't laff :lol: ) I was thinking about attaching horizontal battens (as substitue to...

Greetings, I was wondering if anybody has used the tool below? Looking for folk's opinions on reliability, accuracy and ease of use. The price seems reasonable. http://www.amazon.co.uk/JCB-Cross-Pull-Mitre-JCBD-CPM18LF/dp/B000RB9CJM Also, Draper do sliding mitres for around 120 quid...

It's late. Here's how I read your post first time around. Had to stop and start again. iv never done it. butt (my uncle) does it. i think you have to tape the joins and fill them and the screw holes then rub them back flat :oops: All my best to your Uncle Butt. Have you also an Aunt F***y?

Hi, Any problems with using the above Polycell paint as the mist coat? If not, what ratio of paint would be OK, about 20-40% water? I shall be using the same paint for the next coat or two. The instructions on the can actually state: "Seal new, bare and porous surfaces with a suitable...

Greetings, A few quick questions on the Electrical fires available from the big stores. - Is it possible to simply connect a 13A plug to the flex and off you go? I notice that B and Q have the following line on most all their Electric Fires. "We recommend Electrical Fires be fitted by a...

Hi, I posted a similar question in the Decorating and Painting forum. Attached below is Bespoke's detailed response.

Hi, I am fitting a countertop in the bathroom which will sit under the sink. What is the best way to ensure that once finished it remains waterproof with a durable finish. I was thinking of: - couple of coats of MDF primer ('International Paints' branded) - a coat of Oil based...

Thanks for the response guys. The left hand corner of the rad is towards a corner of the room, so it will probably be hidden by furniture, or ar least not too visible unless you get down on your hands and look for it. So, rough or silly look fittings aren't an issue. Can you daisy chain rad...

Hi all, I had to replace an old radiator with a new rad which as luck would have it is smaller than the original. The floor is laminated so moving the pipes would have involved a bit of messing around. Got a couple of rad tail extending thingies, but this still left me short. The rad has...