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I wish! I have read a few of his books tho.

Hi, I want to replace my normal manually operated heating control. i.e. where I actually have to go to the control to change the times the heating comes on and off. I want to be able to be able to change the on and off programmes remotely. I dont need or want thermostats or any other...

Good tip on the vice mounting. Thanks

Thanks guys. All very helpful. I actually have a piece of 50mm worktop that I can make the right size. Gapping and evenness was my biggest concern with 4x2s. I will look further into OSB to see if I can get thicket than 18mm. I wont be welding - so its just general use. And will be...

Thanks for this. I has thought of plywood, but wondered if 18mm was sufficient (OSB or ply)?

Hi, I plan to build my own general purpose work bench. The main reason is that I can have the exact size I require. The main structure will be constructed by 4" x 2" timber. My problem is how to construct the top. Initially I was planning to use the same 4x2 timber and screw five of these to...

Hi, I have painted windowsills and uPVC window frames (both white). I need to fill the gap between them (maybe up to 5mm gap). Should I use an exterior caulk such as this available form Screwfix - https://www.screwfix.com/p/no-nonsense-exterior-decorators-caulk-white-310ml/9735h This might...

Hi, As part of our renonavion, we have had floor tiles laid. These have a very light Jasmine grout and I want to do whatever I can to try and keep the grout clean (kitchen). The builder sealed the grout initially with Tilerite sealer (aerosol) application. I really dont know just how good a...

Hi, I have had all the skirtings replaced with primed MDF. After sanding there are some areas where this is back to the wood so will need primed again. There are also new timber door frames with knots that will need covered. Is there a primer that will do both - maybe Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3...

Hi, Can some one advise on the best fixings to use to fit the satellite dish bracket to a brick wall. It is a zone 2 80cm dish. Should I be using masonry screws (no plug), normal screws/plugs (maybe 80mm), some sort or rawl bolt? Thanks for any help.

When applying the initial mist coat to new plaster - is there anything needs to be done to the walls first - e.g. dust removal - wiping down?

Thanks for your fast response.

Hi, I am hoping this is the correct place to post this. I understand that there are two main ways to wire RJ45 sockets - 568 A or B. And that B is the more common. My electrician has wired all my sockets as 568A. These all run to my loft and are as yet ununterminated and I plan to connect...

Hi, Just about to decorate a whole house and want to use a bigger roller - 12". Does anyone supply 12" (or bigger) roller trays that have fitting liners. I can see loads for 9" but not bigger. Thanks and regards, TS

loft lifters to support flooring above insulation?

I am installing a satellite dish on the side gable wall of my house (left side looking out the front). The required direction is virtually straight toward the front (maybe a degree or two to the left (away from the house. The problem is that I have a roof step out over the wall - tile, fascia...

Thanks for the reply. I didn't think to ask. I will try and call him next week.

Hi, Historically I have seen plywood used to sheet in a shower enclosure (stud walls). I was told by my tile supplier that the building regulations now require a tile backer board for stud walls in showers. Is this correct? Just want to ensure he isn't trying it on. I guess it is a better...

Thanks for your help. I think I can now chat with my electrician on this.

OK - Thanks for this as it sounds the most sensible option. Hadn't thought of this as didn't know you could do that. I had assumed that I would need a normal cable in the walls and then join to the flex above the ceiling or in a rose. So I guess I would have a faceplate with a cable hole for...