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Wall is solid, no cavity, yellow stock brick - circa 1930s. Have noticed this damp point on the base of wall. On close inspection, I can see missing mortar in several places and also some cracks going through the bricks. I had a poke about and some of gaps where the mortar is missing is very...

My bath has a flexible waste running from the plug and this connects to the regular external waste pipe. Its my understanding that a shallow waste trap should have been used but plumbers got their measurements wrong and then cut corners by using the flexible waste. Subsequently, the bath has...

Hello My dad's bungalow, built post war, is solid brick, no cavity and has a pitched tiled roof, there is also no ventilation in the soffits. In the summer, the bungalow is very hot and you really don't want to go into the loft. We are going to have a PIV ventilation unit installed as the...

Hi I am going to paint my chimney breast and either side, in the alcoves/recess I want to use a feature wallpaper. The alcoves are quite narrow, one side is 28 inches and the other side is 30 inches. Should I aim to have even strips of wallpaper either side of the full roll width, ie 3 and...

Hi I have a bit of water penetration and am certain it is due to some mortar breaking down. The walls are solid (no cavity at all), bricks are yellow stock brick and the bungalow was built late 1940s. I have a feeling the mortar has lime in it. Unfortunately, it's not in my capabilities to...

Hi, I have a wooden door which is a varnish with mahogany coloured stain. I want to change the exterior of the front door to white and I don't have much time for drying. Will this Zinsser Product do the trick with three coats? Says repaintable after 1 hour? Was hoping 2 coats on 1 day and...

Hi I live in a house where I have had to 'make do' for a long time and at last, finally, finally - I've got the money to get it sorted. I'm aiming to have the house demolished and then rebuilt to a new spec to suit the plot. I've got a couple of architects booked in and also a planning...

Hi I'm having a new boiler fitted in kitchen cupboard. Like for like so straight swap. I've had a quote come in and it has included a powerflush. It's a small one bedroom property with a total of 4 radiators. No breakdown of costs - just all lumped together. Previously, I've had a boiler...

Hi Am trying to pretty up the SMW. The frames are currently brown and it is metal. I want the frame to be a silver satin finish. Do I need to use a primer first or is there a good product to go on direct? My thoughts was to use the Zinsser Bin spray primer but not sure as it seems a bit...

I have one of these : https://www.screwfix.com/p/rm-1200-x-450-indirect-vented-cylinder/86775 It has a foam insulation. Would I also benefit from having a Cylinder Jacket over the top? Many thanks

Hello Can I have a recommendation for a programmer and wireless room stat please? I want the programmer to be able to set hot water or heating to come on at various times of the day. I have a small heat only baxi boiler - hot water stored in the traditional hotwater cylinder. Also, if it's...

Hello I have the old fashioned system, boiler downstairs in a cupboard - hot water storage tank upstairs. Basically, this is whats happening. As soon as I have hot water in the storage tank, the boiler switches off and I have no heating. I have a maintenance package in place but it...

Hello I have a piece of vinyl flooring, it's been delivered on a roll and it measures 4m x 4m. Instructions say to unroll and leave in the room where it is to be laid for at least 24 hours to let it climatize. If I completely unroll this, the vinyl will be on the floor and up the walls...

Hi I have a small bay window and the ceiling has this slightly pimply textured paint. Decorating now and I want this ceiling to match the flat emulsion like the main ceiling. In hindsight, I should have not started scrapping it off - but the deed is done! Removing the paint with steam, it...

Hi My house has double glazing from the 1970's and early 80's. I have been looking at the windows and doors from local companies but I just don't know how to tell if the products are decent. What should I be looking out for? Is there a certain spec which I should be using as a guide? uPVC...

Hello Does anyone have a link to a good double glazing visualizer app? I am hoping to upload a picture of my house and then click through some different window options to see how the windows will look. Many thanks

Hi Which type of filler should I used to cover the counter sunk screws? Many thanks.

Hi My next door neighbours are replacing the garden fence. It only needed a repair but they insist on replacing it. In fairness, it is their fence as per the deeds. However, the current fence posts, which secure the panels are mounted on my side of the boundary and my view, is the rear of...

Hello I have two pipes going up through the floor and then set back into the wall. Its in my bathroom for a towel radiator. What product do I use to cover the pipes and fill the channels. I want it to blend in with the regular plastered wall so I can repaint the bathroom. Many thanks

Hi I am trying to source some reclaimed Rosemary Roof Tiles. I am opting for reclaimed as brand new will not blend in with my main roof. The tiles are for ground floor bay window roofs. Am struggling to get enough local to me and now looking to increase my options. I think the Rosemary Tile...