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hello folks, I'm planning on growing a 5m line of apple cordons (approx. 4 or 5 trees) close to a fence. Don't fancy the idea of using the fence as a means for support, or attaching anything to it, so want to put new posts in to hold the training wire. I'm thinking about 3 posts at intervals...

Hi, I was wondering whether anyone had used this decking oil on sleepers? I'm looking into coating my treated (greenish tinged) sleepers and was looking for something that would give a clear, natural finish. I'm tempted, but unsure. I'm also after maximum protection, as the area they in is a...

thanks for the response. Pea shingle is a good idea. Not really bothered about the creosote colour (frankly I'd prefer a different shade, but not too fussy about what.) The reason I mentioned creosote, was because that was always considered the best thing for treating timber. I hear the modern...

Hello everyone, I've got hold of some treated softwood sleepers (greenish tanalised variety) that are 250mmx125mm. I intend using them to edge an area of a lawn, so they will be sitting on grass/soil. 1) I was wondering if there was anything I could to prolong their lives and prevent/delay...

I recently purchased some Swaledale 50 Pure Wool Carpet Underlay and am unsure as to which way up it is fitted. It has a plastic film on one side and is bare on the other. Does the plastic side face up or down, or does it not make a difference? Are there any specific rules to follow ofr laying...

thanks again. M8 was just an example of something i needed recently. I'd like to take my bicycle apart, but also do things around the house and garden. eg bolts on gates, greenhouse, sheds, fence posts etc. Used to have an old set with millions of sockets (loads were lost over time), but...

what do you reckon to this - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Draper-Expert-18970-Metric-Vanadium/dp/B0001K9QEA/

thanks people. very helpful advice. So, I will go for a metric and a 3/8 drive. Just to clarify, is the hexagon socket a separate set, or should do I get a 3/8 drive and metric sets which have hexagon shaped sockets?

Hi folks, this is a very basic question, but which is the best all round socket set to go for? I've been looking and there are so many sizes I'm confused. I want something that will handle most of the small stuff 8mm-ish and a few larger ones M8, M10. I don't want to take apart a car or...

thanks for that. I remember the old days when this forum was useful, friendly and informative.

hammer? of course! what I meant was the kind of nail, should I pre-drill the hole. Ideally I'd like to use something like a lost head type, maybe fill over any holes left and then prime. I only wanted a long thin window at the top of each door. WHat I was wondering was if I removed the...

I have a pair of old side-opening gargage doors that I would like to reclad. I plan on leaving the frame and just pulling off the old tongue and groove. Then getting some new timber and recladding. Each door has a framed edge with with t&g inside it. I will have to replace both...

I generally agree with what you're saying, but I already have 2 apple and 1 plum which do give bumper crops. The reasons for wanting rid of the pear is partly due to it not producing anything worthwhile (having tried many things for the past 4 years!) and being near the patio, it blocks half the...

I've an old pear tree that's not produced any worthwhile fruit for ages, so I was wanting to get rid of it. I can chop the thing down (tree is 4m tall and 3m wide), but was wondering if it was ok to shred the small branches and use them as mulch in a border. Could they be harbouring pests or...

Oh come on thermo, can't we have our flights of fancy. Nothing like an elaborate, over-engineered solution to a simple problem. Always fun to over-complicate things before having to make do with the straightforward and simple solution. Indulge me, before you call for the men in white coats...

A bit thick of me I know, but i an never get the hang of images on here. I may not break up my small greenhouse for parts and consider something else (thought I might give it to my neighbour, as the old dear never has much success growing toms outdoors!) I may build my own wooden frame roof...

here's a stock pic showing a similar lean to greenhouse