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I recently had a ceiling skimmed and it’s not really a perfect finish, slight imperfections but nothing too serious, short of getting it done again (which I really don’t want to) I’m wondering which type of roller would work best to hopefully cover up when re painting with Matt emulsion?

Hi, I have the ABS & Traction control light on, I’ve been told it’s one of the wheel sensors, if I find out which one it is and replace it will the lights go out, or will I need a diagnostic plugin to switch them off? Thanks

Hi, for a diy er what’s your thoughts about this https://ebay.us/m/l980If, probably use it about 2-3 times a year so don’t need it to last forever.

Hi guys, it’s been years since I’ve used any paint stripper, I use to use nitromors and it would literally take car paint off in seconds, but I’ve recently heard that it’s not what it used to to be? Is this true, if so is there anything else out there that’s as good as the old stuff use to be?

Hi guys, I have a Bosch 18v drill that’s probably 10+ years old but in perfect working condition, but the battery doesn’t hold charge for very long now, I can buy two new batteries for £30 or I could buy a new Chinese (probably) drill with battery from say bandq for the same price! I’m a diy so...

Hi, I have a Sony Bravia smart tv, and from day one trying to watch catch up on ITVX is near impossible without buffering or not playing at all!? All other channels are fine, does anyone else have issues with this channel, if so how can you fix it? Thanks

Hi guys, Just wondering if there’s another product on the market that’s as good or even better than CT1 adhesive? I’m happy with CT1 but looking for a cheaper product…. Or is it like they say you get what you pay for ?

Hi, thinking of using silicone in the joints of a laminate floor I’m about to lay, reason is I’m laying it in a kitchen and just want to give it a better chance of survival against water splashes, is this normal practice? Or would a pva glue be better? Thanks

Hi guys, I have a hob and oven on the same circuit, when I put all the hob and oven on the 13amp fuse keeps blowing, the RCD dose not trip thoug?? what’s wrong?????

Hi, as above, anyone know where I can get some mediu/light oak pvc angl trim. Thanks

Hi guys, I recently installed a new staircase, I’ve painted it with water based acrylic primer undercoat and then a quick dry satin, yes you’ve guessed it a couple of months later the knots are bleeding through! Do I need to rub back to bare wood before applying a stain block or can I apply it...

Hi guys, I’ve recently fitted some polystyrene coving and am well happy with it, especially the weight, I used instant nails from toolstation but not that impressed with it as I still had to pin the coving until it set.... my question is are the any instant grab adhesives out the that would work...

Hi all professiona painters, I’ve just fitted a new staircase and am painting it using acrylic primer undercoat, then acrylic top coat, my question to you guys is how the hell do you get a decent finish with this water based paint!! It drys so quick!! Is there some trade secret or do you stick...

Hi guys, I’m looking at fitting some 8x4 pvc Hygiene sheets to the Wall, I’ve done this before but can’t remember if I used silicon or instant grab adhesive? I’m now stressing over the fact that grab adhesive will skin over too quickly, and also that a lot of them nowadays are solvent free so...

As the heading says guys, where is the cheapest supplier of hygiene sheets, thanks.

Hi guys, I’m just about to fit a trimmer in for my new stairs, 850 length I’m using 150x47 c24, should I double up or will a single length do? The stairs have two newals . Thanks

Hi, I’ve recently had an extension built but parted company with the builder before it was finished, the first fix electrical work has been done but I need the second fix completed before I can get it signed off, I’m getting ridiculous prices from electricians to do this!! Am I right in thinking...

Hi, just about to take delivery of a new staircase, and wondering what type of glue/adhesive is best for the wedges?

Hi guys, is it possible to cut a piece of the wc pan out? Due to a cowboy builder putting the soil pipe too far away from the wall!!! Just wondering if anyone has tried this, or will it shatter into little pieces???

Hi all, I’m looking for an online staircase manufacturer, just a basic quarter turn in white wood (no MDF) don’t want it to last for ever but also don’t want rubbish, any recommendations? Thanks