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Good day, I need to replace my power shower pump (a Newteam Varispeed 50) that lasted eleven years! While used 3 to 5 times daily. That was a good pump! Can anyone recommend a suitable replacement within £150 to £240 that might last eight years or more? Access is not easy as it's behind the...

How old was the paint and has it ever been stored close to 5 degrees centigrade or less. If so, that will be the problem.

Hi I need to replace the fuel filter on a 2001 1.3 Fiesta (Endura) but can't disconnect the fuel lines from it. Is a special tool required? (I gave up being on the spanners years ago.) If I depress the 2 small white buttons on the connectors I still can't disconnect the darn fuel lines...

It's a little difficult to know what the "plastic film" is that you refer to, but you could try this; note the part about a preliminary test first. Classidur Universal Primer Xtrem "Use as a binding primer on wood, old, but sound paint, ceramic tiles, non-ferrous metals and, following a...

The OP is asking about primer, not gloss :D Johnstones do a MDF primer. http://www.johnstonestrade.com/products/product-display/mdf-primer

They add a disclaimer to avoid that: Note : Whilst leading-edge technology has been used in the development of this product, the nature of solvent-based paints means that they will all discolour over time. The rate of discolouration is faster in areas with no natural or UV light.

If resource is not a problem, think what canal lock gates are made from. Here's a nice little vid. http://canalrivertrust.org.uk/our-work/major-works/building-lock-gates Hope that helps

For dcdec, I've heard that the company that make xim (Zamix) have gone bust, so UK supplies will soon run out. Just saying ... :)

How about having the new floor fitted first and then asking the painter how they will guarantee the new floor is not tarnished in any way? He/she might suggest some extra expenditure, for example: http://www.decoratingdirect.co.uk/viewprod/h/HARD_FLOOR_PROTECTA_FILM/

I doubt that is due to sanding (look closely at your first pic). Try reposting the question into the Plastering and Rendering forum ? //www.diynot.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=32

The yellowing is probably due to the paint you bought. If you can live with a nice satin finish, the following will look really good and last well. Prep first; clean/degrease + light abrasion to remove (any) old brush marks. Use this as an 'undercoat' (it is actually a primer that...

Take care with old paint in a 1960's house in case it contains lead. http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20121015000000/www.direct.gov.uk/en/HomeAndCommunity/InYourHome/KeepingSafeAtHome/DG_179814...

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I used a Mirka Mirlon Finishing Pad (Red P360 grade) for that. You literally only have to "wipe" it a couple of times over the first coat. That is enough. No hard rubbing required and takes about 1 minute per square metre. It's one of those cases where you have to try one to see how good...

Just did mine. Cleaned with sugar soap first then; 1. A light abrasion to remove previous brush marks with 120 or 160 should be fine. Wipe over with meths. 2. Prime with Zinsser Bulls Eye 123 3. Two coats of Sikkens Rubbol BL Satura with light abrasion between the 1st and 2nd coats...

I will not use any acrylic primer/undercoat on external wood again. I did once, and ended up having to redo the job again a year later.

If you think the bath is secure, try cleaning out ALL of the existing sealant and using Dow Corning 785 instead. Best there is imo. Apply a bead of sealant then spray it with a mist of warm soapy water (washing up liquid will do), then finish with a wet finger or one of the below. Then let...

My HW tank has developed a small leak where the inflow from the boiler attaches. I have a feeling that replacing the HW tank is ultimately probable but would like to try a repair first (even if it only lasts a few months - money is tight etc). I know I need to relieve the water pressure...