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Hi Bernard, thanks for the reply and info..I will do it exactly as you suggest, I appreciate you taking the time to reply. Many thanks, Paul

Hi, I'm sorry if this topic has been raised a million times but I have a query about installing some lighting in my loft which I have boarded out for storage.. I've checked other threads and the general advice on installing lighting which suggests going off the lighting circuit. However for...

I've seen it said that if you tap the wood and dust comes out the holes it means the woodworm is active.. why don't you treat it before you bring it into your wood stock?

I'm flabbergasted you suggest replacing the legs!! But then I guess it's not everyone's cup of tea. I'm quite passionate about antiques particularly furniture.. the Edwardian's liked to copy earlier styles, particularly Queen Anne and late Georgian which were popular.. I had an idea that...

Thanks John. Yes, the loft is airy and well ventilated..I don't plan on changing that as I've heard it's essential else you get all kinds of problems with condensation and increase the risk of mold and water damage..

I have another repair job, this one is far more tricky though... Another piece of Edwardian furniture..a lovely little Queen Anne style flame Mahogany veneered chest of draws..also damaged by courier..(I've learned my lesson now after two breakages).. the chest has had a hard life by the...

Thanks for the tip, I figured something like that would be in order..wouldn't want to ruin the lovely 100 year old patina!

Thanks I will try that option then sounds like a much less invasive way than using dowel and brace...I have a set of G-clamps and will give it a try, nothing ventured...

John how long do you think it would take to make a chair like that and would that sort of carving be very difficult/highly skilled labour?

I think they are tenonned. The chair is entirely solid mahogany no veneering.. I don't think it would be possible to knock it apart, seems pretty solidly fixed on the joints, probably glued as you say.. I know very little about DIY and woodworking and initially I was thinking it might be...

Is it worth me treating the timber battens with something against moisture since they're going in the loft? If so, what would you recommend, some ordinary vanish or some proper wood treatment?

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Sorry I have removed the password, should be accessible now.

I've been kitting out my flat with some furniture, I hate all the mass produced laminated rubbish sold these days by retailers so I've been buying antique furniture and picking up a few bargains. It's amazing you can buy quality handmade furniture by skilled craftsmen for the almost the...

Thanks for that John, I will bear it in mind. The building dates to around late 70's I think..

I have created a lot of unnecessary work for myself as I bought 2400mm x 600mm sheets, I underestimated how heavy and impractical they would to handle and get into the loft.. nearly killed me taking 10 of them up 2 flights of stairs ;-) Tried getting one into the loft, it fits the hatch just...

Hehe I'm being an idiot now asking that question, I see your point. I will just rest boards over them and mark the boards with red tape or something. That now solves the problem of whether to use the battens I guess.. I can go ahead and just avoid the red board areas..

Would you avoid screwing boards down over them then? Perhaps I should I just rest boards over those for quick access?

I will do as you suggest and mark it all out clearly on the sheet and not store anything there as could be services access needed in future for other flats maybe..

Yes those big black cables are heavy duty power cables.. there's quite a few of them over the joists in various places but the battens provide loads of clearance over those..