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Thanks, I am unfamiliar with polymer plastics, where is best to buy them please? Or what brand should I look for?

Also is there any kind of sealant I can use one's that are just about ok but have been wet for some time?

I have rental properties and tenants often don't notice or care about leaks under the sink until it becomes a major problem. I am thinking of lining the inside of the cabinets with something like Fablon or possibly vinyl flooring, which would be more durable. Any tips please ?

Thanks John I'll check

Thanks for your help John. Of that's the case is the answer to block up the outer vent?

Sorry its a crap picture with the flash, but it looks like it ends and doesn't go anywhere

Also there's a strange looking pipe in the loft above, any ideas what they may have been for please?

Hi, I am getting black could in a bedroom. It has a vent either side of the window outside but they don't go through to the inner wall. The neighbours have these vents too. Is it possible they are venting the loft? Can they be causing cold points hence condensation and mould? Thanks

Actually that sounds easy enough even though I would need to buy a blowtorch. What do the pros on here think about that please?

Thanks for your replies, I don't have a blowtorch and would prefer to use compression fittings, how can' I do that please?

Ideally, I prefer to use compression fittings, but not sure if the pipe will be long enough to meet the fitting once I cut out the soldered part. I suppose I can add another joint to make the pipe a bit longer. What's the best please?

Hi, could anyone please tell me what this is please? It's behind the toilet, if I hold the top part I can push it down. Does it need a maintenance? Thanks

Thanks, I called a company today and they said they spray a few coats of epoxy

Thanks guys, was it an epoxy kit that you used?

Hi, I have an old small ground floor extension that I don't think has loft insulation. There's no hatch. I am wondering how I can get some insulation up there easily and quickly? Thanks

I have a chipped enamel coated steel bath, not old or fancy but would require knocking tiles off the wall to replace. I have seen epoxy bath recoatibg kits online, has anyone had successful results with those please?

Thanks for your help guys, I re fitted the other window hinges myself and it was really awkward. What seems to be a problem is that the tolerance as you say is only 3mm. That seems to be down to the way the locking mechanism fits together, but I can't understand why they would be made like...

Thanks, it's a bit pricey though

For upvc frames to masonry exterior. Not sure if frame sealannt or low modulus silicone is best? Thanks