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    Retaining Wall Advice

    I'm replacing the fence in the attached photo closer to the camera along the line of of the retaining slabs, which will also need to be replaced. Do you think concrete posts and stacked gravel boards will be sufficient, or will I need another solution such as railway sleepers, brick retaining...
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    Primed MDF Skirting Boards

    I'm wanting to buy primed MDF skirting boards but so far every company I've asked only primes the visible sides. Does anyone know of a supplier that will also prime the backs/underside? I'm surprised this isn't done given that MDF should really be sealed, particularly if being used in areas...
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    Side hinged garage doors

    I'm thinking of fitting a side hinged garage door to replace an old up and over door. The choice is between two local firms: https://www.lathamssteeldoors.co.uk/security-garage-doors/side-hinged-garage-door/ https://www.bgid.co.uk/rowley-range-garage-doors/ The Latham doors are cheaper and...
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    Openable windows in a bungalow

    I'm in the process of refurbishing a bungalow including new windows. The current windows only have small top fanlights which open and the main panes are fixed. Since all rooms lead to a hallway then there is no fire safety issue in terms of regs. It is also good for security with no large...
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    Anyone recognise this dual flush unit?

    My dual flush unit has broken. I thought it would be a simple swap with this one: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00X2JFZH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Unfortunately it's too narrow (65mm diameter) and doesn't fit. My old one is about 80mm diameter. You can see the old...
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    Damp on internal stair wall

    I'm currently renovating a 1920s house. I was aware that there was damp on an internal wall adjacent to the stairs, as there was a leak in what was the bathroom, which backs on to the stairs. My builder assured me that the damp would go once the walls dried out. The wall has since been...
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    Correct shower installation?

    I'm renovating a house at the moment and I'm trying to get some advice as to whether my builder/plumber has installed the Mira Vie electric shower correctly. As you can see from the photo, the inlet valve is sticking down below the shower, exposing an unsightly pipe and hole in the wall. I...
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