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    Permitted Development: Where is the rear of my house?

    Hi, For the purposes of gaining a certificate of lawful development, are there any planning consultants out there that would care to comment on where my council is likely to think the rear of my house is? Any thoughts welcome. Many thanks. W.
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    Home automation: Installing a relay into a consumer unit

    Hi, I am looking for a solution to a problem for controlling garden lights and a pond pump with OpenRemote - a home automation controller. I am in favour of installing two 12A 240 VAC relays, that have a built in web server that can be controlled by OpenRemote. I plan to install two...
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    Underground data cabling

    Hi, I am about to lay cables from the house to the garage, office and workshop, for power and data. My sparky has said I can lay 6mm2 SWA straight into the 450mm deep trench, however I am after advice on the data. The method I choose should be capable of taking further additions by pulling...
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    Shed (workshop) apex roof covering material?

    Hi, I'm building a shed measuring 12' x 12' with a 30 degree OSB covered apex roof and wonder if someone could advise on the most suitable roof covering: 1. Mineral Felt - The roll on type, found on most garden sheds. 2. Bitumen Felt - the type applied with a blow torch, installed on flat...
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    Buzzing sound from Motorised valve since Heatmiser install

    Hi, I installed a Heatmiser PRTHW-TS WiFi RF last weekend. Everything appears to be working very well, however, this morning, I have noticed the heatings motorised valve is making a buzzing sound. A gentle tap with a finger is enough to stop it. Prior to the installation, the valve did not...
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    Blum CRISTALLO Glass / Mirror Hindge UV Bonding

    Hi I have purchased the Blum CRISTALLO hinge with the glass adhesion plates (http://www.blum.com/catalogue/index.php?sp=en&startpage=106 page 188, 2011 catalogue). They will be used to mount the mirror doors to my bathroom cabinet. I understand the plates that bond to the glass already...
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    Smart / Switchable Glass

    Hi, I've only found one posting on here to do with the subject and that was more to do with 'radiator' glass so I've started a new topic. I've built an ensuite in the front bedroom. I don't want it to be obvious from the outside. One of the best solutions I've come across is this thing...
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