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I have just replaced two failed double glazed units in hardwood frames. I have noticed the metal seal inside the glass is silver as opposed to brown in the old ones.Can anyone please tell me if this just a cosmetic difference or are these units not for fitting in hardwood frames? I did state...

I have seen propane powered blow torches advertised for killing roots of persistent weeds. Would an electric heat gun do the same job or do they not get hot enough.

Cherry picker sounds best idea. Will get some quotes and replace my facia boards while I am up there. Thanks all for advice.

Was planning on breaking glass out from inside. Problem is like you said the weight of glass going through to outside could be too heavy.Might be easier in long run to replace frame with upvc and glaze from inside. Thanks anyway!

I have to replace a misted unit on an upstairs window. The window is hardwood and externally rebated. The problem I have is outside access to the window is difficult by ladder due to a sloping porch roof. The glass is 2m x 1.5 and heavy. Would it be possible to manipulate the glass through the...

Thanks. will try that.

I have plumbed in my washing machine waste pipe to a spigot on the sink trap. I have also fitted an anti siphon fitting into the pipe which drips when machine drains.Is this normal? The fitting is in a vertical position and is def. fitted right way round. Any ideas please.