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Hi OwainDIYer, It is in fact a Victorian terraced house. 2 up 2 down type style: living room, dining room (which I think should be the kitchen as its a big open redundant space) all normal sizes, 2 bedrooms upstairs again normal sizes. I think originally there would have been an out house...

Thank you so much Woody, I will look into the areas you suggested, Really very very grateful!! :o

Also, If I were to make changes (again I know I sound very vague!) Would I enquire to a plumber or builder? I think the water and waste pipes would be extended via the existing drain in the garden. Can you advise on the correct way to enquire for a quote? Thanks Donna

Thanks for the reply Andy. No it was a verbal agreement as they are supposed to adhere to the decent homes standard set out by the government.

Hi freddymercurystwin, Thanks for the response. I was told that is was going to be modified and hasn't been in the 2 years I have been a tenant. I have a lifetime/secure tenancy and wanted to find out whether my landlord had a responsibility to fix this or whether I was expected to pay for...

Hi Woody, Sorry if I sound vague, really have no building/structural knowledge.. I have asked my landlord to relocate the kitchen to the room that is empty and used as a dining space (not beside a wc). I do not think the kitchen was every supposed to be where it is placed. There is only...

Does anyone know whether a kitchen that is basically a cooker cavity 60cm and a worktop of 80cm can be stated as a kitchen? There are no other facilities available. Directly opposite is a tiny kitchen sink. The entire area is 1.5m2. You enter the area via the dining room and the kitchen...

I was thinking of sanding the existing floor boards. Any tips or books that I could read to help as I've never done a project like this before.

Thank you. Any kind of advice is welcome. I'll look into Jason B. I'm Battersea, SW London. I'll repost too in carpentry. Thank you.. its all very confusing when you have so many things to sort out!

I know my house has a loft but the previous tenants closed the entry and I know can't see where it would be. Is there a method for finding the loft hatch or old entry? I really need the extra space! Its a small 2 bed Victorian terraced cottage and everyone has a loft/attic space however...

I've moved from a large flat to a small Victorian cottage and to maximise the space I have, I'm going to have to be creative. I'm looking into bespoke/custom fitted wardrobes for bedrooms and cabinet/or storage units for dining room. Can anyone recommend a reliable and cost effective...