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    1930s staircase - self supporting? Project based.

    Evening all. I’m looking for a bit of advice on a little project I’m hoping to complete over Easter. Currently our tumble drier and washing machine sit proudly under our stairs. Electric, ventilation and water are already in there - but it’s a pain, as there’s not really enough space for a...
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    Led Driver from mains

    Evening all. Usual caveat - I will employ someone - but I like to have my head (as best as I can!) around what needs to be done. I’ve built some custom alcove units at home for the boss and she seems pretty happy with them! currently, I have a double triac dimmer serving one ceiling light with...
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    RCD protected outdoor lighting circuit

    Afternoon all.. another post prefaced with the 'I WILL get the professionals in' caveat. I'm just trying to see the practicalities of my proposal! I currently have a PIR security light - directly wired into my mains consumer unit, protected by an RCD. I'd like to take the mains feed to a...
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    Earth Bonding / Equipotential woes....

    Afternoon all. Firstly - I should preface this comment with the fact that I have a sparky coming next week - but I'm just trying to get my head around it so I don't look like an idiot when he comes round!! The situation is thus... I'm in the process of putting a new bathroom in for the mother...
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    Securing old UPVC door

    Evening. On a previous thread I mentioned knocking down an old conservatory that had been erected when the garage was knocked down. It's a bit of a tip at the moment - but we can't afford to rebuild it just yet. The UPVC double doors don't fit particularly well. No idea where the keys are...
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    Rebuilding previously demolished semi detached garage

    Evening all. Quick hypothetical. I own a 1930s brick built semi which has been extended to the rear. It's perfect for us but I find myself wanting a little project and also a bit more space to do some diy'ing. The previous owners replaced the knackered garage with a conservatory type...
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    Replacing always on/off outdoor light with PIR?

    Hi guys and gals... First time poster.. I'm looking at replacing my ageing outdoor light, which is a simple halogen on/off affair, with a switch located inside the house. Ideally, I'd like to replace it with a similar type of light, but with the ability to.. a) always have it on.. as with...
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