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Following on from one of my previous posts regarding my garden project, one idea I've been toying with is a sunken hot tub. The above image shows my garden in its current state. Beneath the trees, I'm considering putting a decked area sheltered section towards the back corner enclosing a...

Thanks for your reply. I had considered that the proposed lawn would be too small but it works out to be about 25 square metres. The main sun spot is the side adjacent to the lawn however the back of the garden gets the sun pretty much all day. The current decking will be going as it is...

Hi All, I'm in the process of developing my garden into something much more functional and practical. Basically, I have an idea of what I want but am looking for some extra suggestions as my idea seems too linear and square. Obviously, its difficult giving an opinion as its someone...

Thanks for your reply. Fortunately, the previous owners (or ones before that) added the central heating system and made a shoddy job of lifting the floorboards. Most are not attached to the joists so it should be easy to add some insulation. I like the idea of overboard with 6mm ply...

Hi, I'm currently in the process of redecorating my lounge. The floor is a floating, boarded floor which is very drafty with gaps between each of the boards with noticeable amounts of air movement below. As part of the redecorating, I'm wanting to seal the floor so as to reduce the draft...

Richard, Thanks very much for your reply. I think I will order the Vitcas stuff and see how I get on. If I get stuck, I'll be sure to post back. Thanks again, Kev

Hi, I've recently had our fireplace opened out and a wood burning stove installed. I'm looking to plaster either side inside the fire place however I'm unsure as to what type of plaster/screed I need to purchase. Having had a look on the interweb, I have found a company called VITCAS who...

Hi, I'm currently in the process of redecorating my bathroom. One of my first jobs today was to disconnect the electric shower installed by the previous owners. I went up into the loft to find this... It took me a while to untangle the shower cable. As for the rest, well, where do i...

Thanks for your reply. The room is relatively small, i'd say maximum of 2.4m by 2.4m. Joists are in excellent condition and definitely no more than 25cm apart. So far i've look on the B&Q website, Wickes and some local builders merchants. I don't really know how much i was expecting to pay, i...

Hi, I'm in the process of completely renovating my bathroom and my next job is to prepare the floor ready for tiling. Currently, the flooring consists of damaged floor boards which i'm planning to take up and replace with WBP plywood. I've already looked for some 25mm boards but they seem...

I completely agree, they are a total pain however they do provide a good deal of privacy but again, the hassle of keeping them trimmed and neat far outweighs the advantage of having them. The council have already sent us about 4 letters demanding that we cut them back as a couple of branches...

Hi, I'm just wondering if anyone has any tips for topping leylandii? We live on a corner plot and the previous owners planted lots of leylandii trees pretty much everywhere. The main problem area is around the side of the house where it borders the pavement - which the council aren't...

Richard, Good advice with the rip up the existing floor boards. I may well do that, as i think there is little or no insulation beneath them. Like you said, adding extra height to the floor will also be problematic - plus it won't look good when walking into the bathroom from the landing and...

I have no idea what was going on. Maybe they like the sound of phones ringing. Or they were very, very, very deaf. Back to all seriousness, can i rip them out?

Richard, Thanks for your comments. I've typically gone for the flexible powder adhesive over the tub stuff. I think BAL was the manufacturer last time plus it was rapid set and worked a treat - i'm inclined to use the same stuff again. Good advice on using 12mm backerboard and not 6mm...

:D Thanks for that! I've asked Sally and i've even asked Rosie but she doesn't know either. Hopefully some non-Coronation Street character can help me?

Hi, The previous occupiers (or previous previous occupiers) went overboard with telephone sockets and so far, i've found 5 in the lounge, 3 in the main bedroom, 2 in the spare bedroom and 3 in the study. Now, i believe that NTL used to be the supplier of TV and phone but this hasn't been...

Hi John, Thanks for your reply. I probably should have mentioned that i'll be using plywood on the floor anyway as i'm wanting to put some tiles down and the existing floor is just floorboards. This will get sealed properly. What thickness of aquaboard would you recommend? I've used 6mm...

Hi, I'm looking to build a slim false wall in my bathroom to hide pipework for a new shower installation. The wall will also hide a waste pipe from the basin. My question is, what materials should i use to construct this wall? I'm planning on using some 2x2 for the overall frame, but am...

Thanks for all your comments. I did actually think he was a vampire as on the odd occasion do i see him, its during the evening. Conversation would be a very good idea indeed however when our paths cross, he usually turns his back so that he doesn't have to speak or when i do say "hi" then i...