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I am in the process of fitting out a welding bay in a fairly large workshop. The floor is sheet metal screwed to the timber floor. My question is do i need to earth the metal floor and metal work bench ? Thanks for any advice, DS

Just watching DIY SOS, what a patronising talentless tosser that guy is. DS

Hi, can anybody advise on the best method of removing a stain caused by the discharge of my central heating system pipe down an exterior shingle wall ? It looks unsightly like rust ! Thanks in advance. DS

Have just fitted some 2G Crabtree sockets and could not believe the poor design and quality of the terminals which have no depth to them. The FCU earth terminal for the load is directly in line with the feed earth terminal making it bloody difficult to tighten the screw on the load earth, the...

Just installed some MK 2g 13a /usb sockets in a timber framed property. The existing sockets are fitted using fast fix dry lining boxes. This got me thinking about the fire risks and if perhaps amendment 3+ might come along and outlaw plastic cavity boxes:cautious: I have never seen a metal...

Hi, I would be greatful for you opinon / recomendations as to the best wireless thermostat? I have a Vokera Linea combi boiler. Thanks, DS

Hi, i am trying to source a reliable 24v dimmable led driver for a 30w led strip. Any recomendations ? Thanks in advance, DS

Hi, can anyone advise if i can buy a dual 1g fast fix boxes which will accomodate two flatplate accessories side by side ? I am using MK Aspect range. Thanks, DS

Hello, can anyone tell me what the secret tool is that is used to terminate the 6pin data cable connectors on a Systemline S4.3 multi room amp ? The manual states an SL IDC crimp tool ? Any pointers appreciated. DS

Hi, I would really appreciate some advice regarding insulating a gable end stone wall, i have two issues - There is a very large redundant chimney which has been bricked up but the wall was freezing in the winter, there is no air vent thank god! To the right of the chimney there is a...

I would appreciate your opinion, i have just has a single phase 24way DB upgraded due to the unavailability of rcbo's to fit existing, all circuits where identified and L,N,E of each numbered. The Job took 1.5 men 3 days ? I think they where taking the pi..... What do you think ?

Hi, iam looking for a six way BSS grid switch for my kitchen and they all seem to be very similar. I was going to use MK Aspect, but before i part with an arm and leg, would anyone recommend an alternative? Many thanks, DS

Can anyone recomend a narrowish panel heater? I have limited wall space in my hallway (380m wide) and i want to install a 500w panel/ convector heater. Height is not a problem. Any pointers appreciated, Thanks. DS[/b]

This is one for weekend! I have a light my hallway entrance which has a ceiling mounted Danlers pir which has been installed for years and works fine, however i have noticed the light coming on when iam not in the hallway and have just noticed that when i start the microwave the light comes...

Iam looking for a gu10 dimmable led narrow beam 6w lamp anyone recommend a brand ? I have never seen a narrow beam led, they all seem to be floods and not spots. Thanks, DS

Hi, can anyone advise/ recommend a led replacement for a 110v 15w pygmy lamp used on a central battery emergency lighting system ? Your input is appreciated. Thanks, DS