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  1. Crystalclear

    Beading gap

    How bad is it? Any chance of a pic?
  2. Crystalclear

    Water coming in via Long Drop Windows!

    Don't stress, keep it simple and buy some quality external external silicone. http://www.screwfix.com/p/dow-corning-791-weatherproofing-silicone-sealant-brown-310ml/76697 Run a line of silicone along the glass and wood joint, once you tape off the glass and wood area where they join. In a...
  3. Crystalclear

    Kitchen sink drain pipe has fallen off

    If you have basic fit knowledge, then it should be a doodle. I've used this stuff on sticking everything to everything, it's an industrial strength silicone made available to domestic and commercial use. This is one advert that is actually true! :D I buy mine at £9.50, but you can get it...
  4. Crystalclear

    paint stripping

    http://www.screwfix.com/p/no-nonsense-paint-varnish-stripper-500ml/17091
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    paint stripping

    Important note before you start... "....In older properties, in the UK, earlier than about the late 1960's, added care must be taken if there is a chance that you are stripping lead based paint - avoid mechanical and heat methods of stripping (these could produce lead dust or fumes) and wear an...
  6. Crystalclear

    Best way to finish an internal block wall

    because of the speed the water exits the cement and enters the block will cause it to show hairline crack, yes. Explaining on how to do this is not ideal, I'll let the experts on here guide you, or you could have a reputable local plasterer guide you on that.
  7. Crystalclear

    do wood doors comply with regs

    With regs? Have you just had a full refurb/lost extension/kitchen extension? A mate down the road had a loft converted into a bedroom, and he was told in simples terms... "Fire doors in the attic area, and leading to..."
  8. Crystalclear

    Ideas

    One of many offers on gumtree. http://www.gumtree.com/p/cement-mortar-aggregates/free-bagged-hardcore-rubble-aggregate-crush-and-run/1129001711
  9. Crystalclear

    Ideas

    I see your point, but a rushed job where weatherproof tarp is not used between the Gabions and retaining soil as a simple barrier, will definitely result in minor future issues. Gabions are ideal in the sense that .. You don't need to break the bank to get the work done. It will outlast the...
  10. Crystalclear

    Best paint and best painting process for new plasterboard bathroom ceiling

    Emphasis is more so on the word "max", than "6" to be clearer; It comes down to how much water to paint ratio you use in the mist coat; the more water will only speed up drying time, but give you a thinner coverage.
  11. Crystalclear

    vaillant 837 and 937 discontinued?

    http://www.mrcentralheating.co.uk/vaillant-ecotec-plus-837he-condensing-combi-boiler?gclid=CJiH4p29pMcCFWQTwwodProO7Q#.Vcu5S9q9KSM
  12. Crystalclear

    Ideas

    Keep it simply moi says. Have a look for Gabion baskets; it's not even rocket science for the labourers to do.
  13. Crystalclear

    Water Banging Shared Supply

    They'll be most likely 8x4' plyboards. :/ Last thing you want to do is to dismantle half the floor. Let me inbox you...
  14. Crystalclear

    Water Banging Shared Supply

    Ooops! When you say new floor? Does in come apart in sections?
  15. Crystalclear

    Water Banging Shared Supply

    If turning down the pressure won't work, then try these? Easy to fit, but not a big job for your plumber either.
  16. Crystalclear

    Water Banging Shared Supply

    Water pipe where a significant length has not been secured during installation, will shake when water gushes through. First things first, have it 'nailed' or screwed' into the wall/floor. These are just a few clip types you can get from your diy store.
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