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Hi, I need to fix up this access hole from a recent electrical job I had done. I've got a bag of Gyproc EasiFill 60, but I was wondering if I also needed mesh tape to cover it first or for the size of the hole it is, will the EasiFill on its own be sufficient to patch it up? Thanks RW

Hi, Sorry if this sounds like a stupid question, but... Can a standard door be cut down to size to become an understairs cupboard door (600mmx1200mm)? Something like this: https://www.wickes.co.uk/Wickes-Chester-White-Grained-Moulded-4-Panel-Internal-Door---1981-x-610mm/p/165801 Thanks RW

Hi Currently prepping the stairs to install glass balustrades. The previous plywood panels were installed into the groove as shown in the pics. The groove is about 10mm deep and 7mm wide. I plan to fill that with a drillable wood filler and then install clamps for glass balustrades. What...

Hi I need to repair a floor tile in our kitchen - see pic attached. The broken part of the tile will lift out OK, but as it's only a small repair, can I use an alternative to tile adhesive? Just trying to avoid having to buy tile adhesive and have loads left over. Thanks RW

Hi, The chain on my electric chainsaw needs sharpening. I've got a Dremel-type tool, but what diameter of sharpening stone will I need to sharpen the blade? The chain specification is below: Pitch: 3/8" / 9.525mm Gauge: 0.043" / 1.1mm Drive links: 40 Bar Size: 10" / 25cm I was planning to...

I've got a problem towel rail in the house and I've been scratching my head what the problem might be. The towel rail only gets luke warm at best and there are no colder or warmer patches on the rail itself. All of the other radiators in the house are roasting. I've checked for an air lock by...

Hi, I have a hole in my shed roof. It's about 15cm long right on the ridge where the birds land. I need some advice on the best way to fix this. Do I patch just this area or should I cap the entire length of the ridge with new felt? The length of the ridge is 12ft. Also, do I need...

Can someone explain what the difference is between decorators caulk and flexible gap filler? For jobs like gap filling in skirting boards I've always used flexible gap filler. If there is a difference, when should I be using caulk over flexible gap filler? Any replies much appreciated...

Started laying my insualtion boards today with flexible adhesive, but didn't realise the mixture was way too sloppy until half the job was completed.However, the boards have set well with no 'bounce' underneath them. Also, the sloppy adhesive has dried hard so I'm assuming that's a good sign...

Hi, Can anyone confirm what adhesive is suitable for laying 6mm insulation boards onto an existing cement floor? Warmup's website says to use a cement based flexible adhesive - is the same as the ready mix tubs of flexible tile adhesive and grout? Or is it the stuff you mix up yourself...

Hi, I have an 8 sq. metre floor into the kitchen to install Warmup UFH in. I have two heater kits (DWS600 + DWS800). The XSTAT control unit will be placed in the pantry and there is already a RCD fuse point installed in there. I just would like clarification that I'm going about the...

Hi, The radiator in our kitchen is no longer needed and I need to do something with the pipes. After draining the central heating system, I was planning to cut the left hand pipe (shown below) with a pipe cutter (chipping away the wall plaster if necessary) and fitting a push on...