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    Anyone used a microwave to switch your lights/extractor on ?

    Thanks for feedback. I'll be putting it on the to do list .... I also like the idea of people going in the bathroom and thinking, ' how the hell did this lot fire up..... wheres the damn switch......? ' :P lights on... lights off... lights on ... lights off... wheres the...
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    Drainage - Grey water

    Couple of info bits below should get you thinking in the right direction. Although I'm in scotland, I think the second BSI code of practice qill be UK wide.. Anyway, you'll be able to distinguish between the system you will need. Probably a ' sub surface ' grey water system, that doesn't...
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    how to get rid of my builder

    Check the terms of your legal cover. Often they can cover well beyond motoring disputes etc. On our legal cover with the house for example, that covers legal fee's upto £100k for defending speeding fines, and contract disputes for any family member etc. Simple way if not sure, ring the...
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    how to get rid of my builder

    Have you got any free legal services with any of your insurance policies ? We have , and they cover us for contractual disputes. Worth a call to them if you have, as they may take legal action on your behalf etc.. To sue individuals and any associations they may belong to. Just a thought...
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    Anyone used a microwave to switch your lights/extractor on ?

    Look, one of these things.... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Microwave-Switch-Occupancy-Sensor-360-degree-Light-Presence-Detection-/230851297808?pt=UK_Light_Fittings&hash=item35bfcf4210 What I want to happen , is when someone walks in the door, the 2 wall lights come on , and the extractor /...
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    Venting Shower From Loft Downwards & Out Thru Bathroom W

    Update. Today, whilst looking at best waste pipe run for new shower/sink , I re-examined the 21 inch think stone wall which sits about 6 inches behind where the end shower stud/dry line wall we be . (tile backing that). Anyhow at the base there is a inbuilt chimney (half filled in, unused...
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    Venting Shower From Loft Downwards & Out Thru Bathroom W

    Hi folks, I have this job to tackle on the horizon next few weeks. Stone cottage 21 inch thick solid walls, single storey, no soffit/overhang to vent out the extractor ducting in loft above shower room. I have bought one of these .... Manrose Complete Bathroom Shower Inline Light...
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    1st UPVC window fit any tips..?

    Thanks for the tips . Will put them to good use in the knowledge bank .. Used filler foam from inside and that stuff is great. Rock solid / airtight .. Kept on expanding for a good 40 minutes or so after squirting in. Confident I can replace a couple other windows this year or next ...
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    1st UPVC window fit any tips..?

    New frame arrived today, frame is in . Just need some foam as old tin seized up !! :) Anyhow, it's going alright. I took the bottom beading / glass out to drill for some fixers and low and behold, no plastic or rubber mallet to tap the beads back in...... After a bit of swearing, and...
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    1st UPVC window fit any tips..?

    Hi below is the current set up, ordered a 710mm x 710mm due soon, but any tips from seasoned fitters/diyers appreciated. And what of the art of packing the window and just using expander foam ? Is that a bodge too far or an often used method for small windows ? Any tips...
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    UPvc Exterior door, non standard sizes???

    Hello, just ordered a door from these guys online .. I live in an old cottage , so the shed opening door being replaced is a non standard quaint 1830mm x 760mm Turning the shed into living accom opening etc.. Waiting for it to arrive, so I'll let you know how I get on with it, as...
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