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Hi, Thanks for the replies. I think I have some Boss White in the garage but is there much between this and the Fernox? I guess just a thin smear of either stuff on the union is all that is required before tightening? Thanks again, Damian

Hi, Is it sensible to apply some form of jointing compound to the unions when re-fixing a removed radiator? If so, is there a particular product that is most suitable? Many thanks for any advice that can be provided. Thanks, Damian

Hi, I think I understand the fittings a little better now - both union and compression fittings should make a tight fitting but need to be completely flush, clean, etc, and ideally shouldn't need any help. The union fitting allows for easier removal /re-fitting of the radiator, rather than a...

Hi, Thanks for the reply. I don't fully understand all the details of the fittings involved but doesn't the union (and the permanently fixed olive looking sealing ring) work a bit like an olive by putting some compression between the tail and the valve to create the seal? I guess I am not...

Hi, Thanks for the reply. I don't fully understand all the details of the fittings involved but doesn't the union (and the permanently fixed olive looking sealing ring) work a bit like an olive by putting some compression between the tail and the valve to create the seal? I guess I am not...

Hi, Thanks to my 1 year old deciding to pull the radiator off the wall, I need to remove and refit one of our radiators yesterday. However, I have noticed that there is a slight leak coming from the union between valve connector (the fitting screwed into the radiator with PTFE) and the...

Hi, You know when you start something and wish you hadn't bothered... I have had to replace our toilet filling valve because of a fault. I should have expected a problem when unscrewing the isolation valve as a load of jointing compound fell out of the fitting. As you can hopefully see...

Hi, Bit of a specific question but does anyone have experience of the best product to use for protecting and sealing western red cedar decking? I would like to get a clear finish and try retain the natural look for as long as possible but can't seem to find any recommendations on the best...

Hi, I need to fit some 11mm PU/APT carpet underlay to a chipboard floor. There are lots of staplers available at Screwfix but can anyone advise which one is best for my needs or all they all much the same? I guess some drive the staples at greater velocities to penetrate the subfloor...

Hi, Probably a daft question but what is the correct technique for using a TCT core drill (with SDS Plus pilot drill). Do you just use a rotary action and no hammer or can you use a hammer action until you get through to the last section to be drilled. I'm drilling 50mm thick block pavers...

Hi, Thanks for the replies. The H05RN-F requirement is what the manufacturer uses for the tails that come with the LEDs, as well as what they sell for any extra cable required...

Hi, Thanks for all the replies. I guess HO5RR is pretty much the same as HO5RN (different synthetic rubber sheath or something?). B&Q do a 3 core (0.75) HO5RR-F which I would imagine would be suitable? Thanks, Damian

Hi, I'm under way with my ground level cedar decking project but would be grateful of any help with the following questions: 1. Deck size is 3m x 3m, with joists at 45 deg. I have a little bit of timber left so would it be worth putting some noggins in? 2. The deck is to be attached to...

Hi Breezer, Its for some LED lighting - the lighting manufacturer only sells it by the reel. I've rang up all the local electrical stockists (Coventry area) without any joy - any suggestions on which sheds? Thanks for the reply, Damian

Hi, Does anyone know where I can buy H05RN-F Rubber 2 core cable (2 x 0.75mm) by the metre? I only need 10m but I have only been able to find it on 100m reels and nobody has any stock which they can sell by the metre. I'm getting desperate so any ideas would be appreciated. Many...

Hi, Thanks for the reply. Yes - the Fischer wallbolts are the expanding type, very similar to Rawlbolts. Thanks, Damian

Hi, I know similar questions have been asked before but I just need to be sure I am doing the right thing... I'm building a low level deck and intending to fix a 2.9m ledger board (50mm x 150mm) to engineering brick on a modern property. I've got some M10 Fischer wallbolts and was...

Hi, Thanks for the replies. Please can I ask one last question - I will have to lower the existing ground level to accommodate the deck. I will be fixing two sides of the deck (9 sq. mtrs) to two walls but will need to support the rest of the frame. I was thinking of installing some...

Hi, Thanks for the replies - what about a few battens with perhaps a Fermacell board fixed to it to give the tools something to lean against. Or is this overkill. You would have the same problem though with lots of holes if you ever changed tools. Thanks again, Damian

Hi, Thanks for the reply - should have stated that in the worst case the decking will still be 50mm below the DPC but not the 150mm that is sometime recommended. Thanks, Damian