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I am planning on building an outdoor utility room out of timber and would like to put the following in it: - couple of lights - fridge freezer - tumble dryer - washing machine Not all will be running at the same time. I can fit a shed Consumer Unit to keep things tidy. My question relates to...

I've tackled these a number of times over the years and broadly used the following approaches, after some research: 1. paper plasterboard tape bedded in with easifill and then levelled off with further layers of easifill 2. gouged the crack with a screwdriver and then filled and levelled with...

What stuff do people use on windows when renovating indoors? I often see some stuff pasted on the panes when new outlets are refitting, etc. want to use this whilst I am decorating a room.

Where I have an internal join between plasterboard, should I use joint tape in the corner? I am using the thin coat metal bead on external corners.

I am looking to construct a partition wall that will be lined with plasterboard. It is not load bearing and I will be using the 38x63 timbers. Can you please recommend screw length and type for this please. Thanks in advance.

I am planning to fit some sliding wardrobe doors along one section of the bedroom. Since the doors wont span the entire wall of this bedroom, I need to build up a battened wall section on either ends of these doors and plasterboard it to finish. A bit like this image: The floor is currently...

I’m having a flat roof replaced on a single garage and a couple of roofers have had a look at it. Both have suggested a 3 layer felt. One has suggested that the felt across the fall of the roof with overlapping felt. To a layman this suggested that water would never seep through these joins...

I am planning a shed build and after I have the timber frames erected, I was going to line it with plywood and then some sort of membrane. The final layer (probably featheredge boards) will then be nailed on this to finish. What memberane do I use for this purpose? I was thinking roof membrane...

Planning to build a shed, approximately 2.5mx2.5m. It will be timber construction with osb board and rubber roof. I am comfortable with all aspects apart from the base and especially working with concrete. Do I need to create a concrete base for the whole area or can I have concrete pad...

I need to extend a square downpipe with a union join fitting and wondering if it needs any adhesive? I will have a bracket on both bits of downpipe emerging from this.

I’ve had one of these for two years and isn’t used on a regular basis but am having issues. It is sticking when trying to switch on/off. Tried removing the round knob and trying with the spindle underneath. Get the same issues. Wanted to check if this is a fault that can be fixed or whether it...

I have had this for a few years, it’s had a few chucks replaced. Thankfully under warranty. It’s fine for smaller tasks but struggles with masonry and concrete. I also own a corded Bosch SDS and that makes light weight of anything that’s thrown at it. Additionally, I have a Makita Impact...

I have a single garage roof that needs to be replaced (currently felted). I was planning to have the OSB Boards replaced and opt for a rubber roof as that felt like the system to go with. A fitter that does both felt and rubber advised against rubber saying that felt was longer lasting and the...

I’ve noticed several holes near the foundation of my property. I suspect that it’s rats as I live next to a field. Is there a position that you recommend I chuck into these tunnels or do I need to fill them up in a certain way? I’d appreciate your advice with this as I would hate for them to...

Replacing one of these lights for my brother. The new light appears to be a similar size and design. I’m not happy with that T&E cable and wondering what I can do to make it tidier and safer. I am assuming - will check- that it’s the switch cable. He won’t want me to start cutting holes into...

Hoping we have some cricket fans in the house! I've created this hanging ball contraption in the garage. It's has a screw on the ceiling and the string is tied to this. I now want to be able to adjust the length of the string (practice front and back foot strokes). If I tie a knot, it ruins...

Can I use the permitted development rights to build a 3 metre rear extension on my house? There is no prior extension. Additionally, can I build this with timber stud work, rubber roof and then plaster externally? If yes, do the foundations need to be any less substantial? I prefer this as I...

Let me start by saying that this was installed by an Electrician and I was issued an Electrical Certificate at the end of this. Around 5 years ago. For context, this was my old consumer unit which is now being used as a sub-main in the garage. I have my main CU inside the house. Do I need to...

My first floor is carved up into bedrooms and bathroom. The partitioning is all done as stud walls. I am planning a new layout which will move bedrooms around, create new ones and shift the bathroom to a new location. I may need to put some new windows in on a side which overlooks the...

I have cleaned the glass from inside and outside but these stains remain. I can see that they are within the glass - if that makes sense. The window is around 5 years old. Can I please have some advice on addressing this. Thanks in advance.