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I’m currently deciding what tile to go for to replace the existing Redland 49’s on my 60’s bungalow. I think I’ve narrowed it down to either the Marley Modern (or possibly the Duo version) or Redland Renown. I prefer the look of the Marley Modern, but having done some research, it sounds like...

Looking for some advice on doing a full re-roof of my 60s bungalow. There’s still a bit of life left in it, but I’m keen to get solar panels sooner rather than later, and am planning additional works at the same time (installing a new Velux and a few solar tunnels). So off the back of this, I’m...

The bifold doors at the back of my property currently open up directly onto the grass of the garden. In the longer term, I’m likely to get a proper patio or decking installed by professionals. However, I’m wanting to install something myself as a short term solution to do me for a few years. I’m...

I’ve discovered these pipes in the eaves of my loft conversion: As far as I can tell, these pipes are going to and from a lone radiator in the loft. The roof itself does seem to have some partial PIR insulation installed, but it van still get quite cold in the eaves. In my previous property...

Following on from another thread I posted recently, I’ve had a builder out to quote for the levelling and damp-proofing of my bitumen adhesive covered concrete floor. The damp levels in the current floor are marginal; some areas showed green on the builders damp meter, and others yellow. I’d...

The front bedroom of my property has a vent in the wall. Curiously, this is the only room in the property that has one (maybe the room had historic damp problems?). Anyway, as part of my renovation work, I’ve removed the vent cover temporarily, and have found a piece of wood that is mostly...

I’ve recently had contractors in to remove the (asbestos containing) Artex ceilings in my bungalow, as well as Asbestos tiling that was covering the floors in the bedrooms. It’s the latter that I’m now considering doing follow-up work on. Having lifted the tiles, it appears that they were glued...

Hi, I'm new to the forums, but suspect I'll be posting here frequently over the coming months as I get to grips with my new home! One of my first priorities is to install a smart thermostat system. I currently have a system boiler (Main Eco Elite 24) along with an unvented hot water cylinder...