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Hi, I'm about to restore the sash and case windows in my house, fortunately they are in decent condition.... But unfortunately the are thick with years of layers of paint, I know 'dipping' woodwork is not the best method of paint removal for the wood as it dries it out, but it is time...

As long as there is a clear definition between hearth and floor it doesn't matter what height it is

Yeh there actually wooden dooks along the top of the wall so it may be a good idea to put more in for peace of mind, cheers

The plaster appears to be original grey plaster, with no paint or paper etc, it's not boss. Before dot and dab should I prime with pva?

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Sorry should have made it clear that I'm installing a woodburning stove on a stand so there won't be any direct heat to the hearth

Hi, I'm about to tile my hearth and am looking for some advice. Due to the height of the lintol in my fireplace I am considering tiling straight onto my constructional hearth (which is made up of three flagstones) is this ok to do? I was worried about the possibility of the tiles cracking...

Hi, How do I dot and dab plasterboard to a chimney breast which is plaster on the hard. What is the best adhesive to use and how thickly do I apply it? Can I use no nails or would it be recommended to use plaster or joint cement etc?! The existing plaster is sound and I am dabbing on 9mm...

Thanks for clearing that up Prenticeboysofderry, also would I get away with just using decorators caulk where the plasterboard meets the cornice?

An alternative to taking the ceiling down would be to leave the existing ceiling and 'brander' over the top of it. At 90 degrees to the ceiling joists use 2x1" straps at 600 centres to brander the ceiling ready for re sheeting, the materials for this are inexpensive and a monkey could do it :D

Hi, I was looking for some help regarding taping the joints in a plasterboard wall. I've recently bought an old house and I'm planning on removing the lath and plaster on all of the outside walls of the property, insulating between the straps and then sheeting using insulation backed...