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    Worcester Bosch Combi Controller/Thermostat Options

    I have a WB Combi boiler with the Drayton LP10RF 'Clip-In' Wireless controller & Digistat +3RF Thermostat. Basically I need a new +3RF wall Thermostat, as mine got smashed. Before I replace it I was wondering what other options I have with this boiler i.e. different brands/types of...
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    Multifuel Stove in Conservatory through polycarb roof - doable

    I have a 4Kw multifuel stove, brand new with certificate I am planning to put it in my conservatory & I have a few questions on both the method & legality before I make the final decision whether to do it or not. I have been reading about the special flashing kits that enable the twin wall flue...
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    New Heating/HW system recommendations please

    Hi all at DIYnot, My current S Plan heating & hot water system & boiler etc is in bad need of upgrading, having been in since around 1999 & the boiler is playing up a lot now. I am trying to decide what system to go for - the house is a medium size traditional brick/tile 3 bed semi with a...
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    Buy & fit new Lean to conservatory roof

    I have brought & erected a nice condition second hand conservatory, all going well so far. It's a lean-to 3.6M wide with a projection of 2.5M from wall - I'm putting a new self -supporting lean to flat roof on it - basically I am looking for suppliers & pricing individual components up...
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    Replacing Double glazing with PVC Panels

    I have just installed a second hand lean-to conservatory, I want to replace the existing three double glazing windows on the right-hand side panel with plain white PVC panels, as this side is against a wall & does not require windows (one of which is broken anyway) Do these panels have a unique...
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    Ring main tripping RCD with nothing plugged in

    Hi all Electrical section, I have a problem with one of my ring mains - it keeps tripping the main RCD, I spent the whole of saturday narrowing it down to which one & I have now disconnected it from the consumer unit, as to get house up & running again. The house has a conservatory & loft...
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    Can I have a Woodburner/multifuel Fire?

    I currently have a bog-standard gas fire in my lounge, I would like to install either a wood-burning or multifuel fireplace My chimney has been fitted with what looks like a 5" metal flue liner - so basically my question is can I replace my gas fire with a wood burning or multifuel fire...
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    Masonry cleaning - product advice wanted

    Can anyone help me choose a product/method please, Basically the brick/mortar gable end of my house is very stained - particularly where an overflow was dripping down the wall for months before I moved in - there is a lot of green limescale or mildew & a 'white' substance - this is covering a...
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    Poterton Suprima lock out - Only when thermostat turned up

    Hi all, I have a Potterton Suprima 100 with the dreaded lock-out problem. Basically, in ONLY locks out when you turn the thermostat on the boiler up past say half way It NEVER locks out when you keep the thermostat at say '3:00' or lower. I have already replaced the temperature sensing...
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    Advice on Shower pump

    I have just installed a new shower, but my trad system water pressure is insufficient & it requires a pump - I know how to fit one properly ok, just need advice on which one to get & where from to suit my requirements. Both my hot water cylinder & cold cistern are in the loft - 22mm pipework...
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    Insignia shower units vs Alternatives

    I have decided on a shower cabin with overhead rain shower, separate hand shower & body jets for my new bathroom installation. I initially decided on the insignia GT9001 for it's features & dimensional requirements etc. Obviously there are quite a few alternative makes with similar features...
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    Potterton Suprima 100 Lock Out - Expansion Vessel

    Hello to all at DIYnot Forums, this is my first registered post, this looks an excellent DIY Forum!. I have the Dreaded Potterton Suprima Lock-out problem, that has been occurring on a random basis for a good while. I have checked the Thermostat & temp sensor & they seem to function ok...
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