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Could you use a fence post extender, like these things?: http://www.farmac.co.uk/products/view/fencing-fence-fixings/timber-post-extender The website reckons it can extend the fence up by a metre which would cover your change I think.

Thanks again. I'm looking to get one ordered soon.

Thanks for your replies. Feel much more confident about getting one installed now :-)

Thanks for your advice. Changing the frames is probably pushing my DIY ability a bit far, so I may ask the joiner that fitted my other windows to take a look at that for me.

That's fine, I can cope with that. I imagine there will be some treatments available to put in it too, if it gets really bad.

Well, that's good to know :lol: Perhaps I could start a craze for empty water butts? Fill it in with concrete or something? ...back on topic, will it smell if it's filled with water and in sunlight?

Hi, I'm looking at installing a water butt in my garden. My house faces due south and is a terrace. This means the only place I can install one is on a south facing wall, in direct sunlight. Is this likely to mean that it will start to smell as bacteria begins to develop? I was thinking of...

I figured it would probably make more sense to replace the whole unit as I could then have the more modern, thicker glass and also UPVC coated frames. They aren't too pricey to replace, as long as I can do it myself :-)

The frames are fine - just need painting. The glazing unit itself is not - the seals have gone, leading to condensation and mould appearing. I think the newer units have thicker glazing too, so it may keep more heat in. Thanks for your advice.

Thanks for your reply. I'll give that a go!

To answer my own question, i've been recommended to try Farmac in Pudsey by a neighbour. They look to have a display area setup with a bunch of landscaping and fencing products on display. Their website is: http://www.farmac.co.uk Will be paying them a visit at the weekend :)

Hi, My house has a few Velux windows that were fitted about 20 years ago and are now in a bad state of repair. I was thinking of replacing them with new units from Velux, and have established which ones I need. Should it be as simple as tilting the window all the back, lifting it out, and...

Hi, I want to paint the woodwork that runs down the side of my staircase. The stair carpet is butted up to the wood, making it hard to paint without painting my carpet at the same time. What's the best trick to paint the woodwork in this situation, that hopefully doesn't involve lifting the...

I'm having a similar problem.. how much gravel would I need in a 5metre by 3 metre plot... Also in a bog standard garden with a small lawn and bit of decking next to a glass conservatory, would it look tacky to use coloured gravel? Want to make the garden a bit vibrant.. thinking maybe a...

Wooden posts can have a much longer shelf life than 5 years!! Plus they look much better than concrete posts! I am all for wooden posts!! :mrgreen:

I'm in Leeds and now the weather has kicked in I thought I'd get an early start on creating some garden beauty! Want to go all out with landscaping this year and really create a good masterpiece with my garden which isn't massive but big enough. I've been to all your usual suspects: B&Q...

I completely agree you need to think about what is actually doable for you. Maybe a bit of initial investment will help to keep the garden low maintenance. You could get some new turf laid down but this may be redundant with a boxer and kids trampling the lawb. Perhaps some decking laid down...

From Farmac, Pudsey, Leeds

Hi There, I would agree with all of the above really. Decking realy wold be the easier option. It's definately not as tough to get down! I think it looks nicer too!