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    Fence or patio first?

    It wasn’t obvious hence my question but thanks for the input ;)
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    Fence or patio first?

    Hi… my back garden requires 2 new lines fencing and a patio laying. Down two sides of the patio, against the two sides of fencing I’m wanting some raised beds… my question is this: Do I get the patio & raised beds done before the fencing is replaced or does the new fencing need to be done...
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    Swapping an internal bathroom with a spare bedroom

    Hi mrrusty, thx for your advice.... what exactly is a building notice and how do I go about this? I’m not sure who I should contact for my building regs people.... is it my local council ? Thx
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    Swapping an internal bathroom with a spare bedroom

    Hi, id like to swap the above rooms around as this solves a multitude of problems which basically mean that if bathroom were to remain id still need to redo the bathroom completely with a new suite and tiling etc.... so if i can chnage them round and give my daughter a bigger bedroom in the...
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    Replacing just a plug In a 'pop-up' bath and sink

    Thanks guys.... I'm off to toolstation for replacement plug then thx.... "justpumps" I know what type of plug/waste I have and don't want to pay to replace the whole waste if a simple plug will do the job lol xx my girls love their baths and much prefer to showers... one day I'll have a fab bath...
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    Replacing just a plug In a 'pop-up' bath and sink

    Hi,... tried to find a post relating to replacing a pop-up Bath and sink plug with a traditional style plug......couldn't so apologise if this is repeated somewhere.... Since moving into my house my Bath plug has stopped working; it's the type where there is a dial to turn to pop it up I order...
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    Bathroom, mould treatment/painting advice

    I thought asbestos went out with the dodo...?
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    Bathroom, mould treatment/painting advice

    Hi Adam, thanks I didn't know that....not sure how old mine is so no ide but as I said I'm not planning on doing that as would be too labour intensive anyway :) out of interest, if I wanted a normal flat finish I take it that replastering is the answer there then? It looks like I'll be doing...
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    Bathroom, mould treatment/painting advice

    Hi Guys, I've been sorting out various mould issues in my new home (successfully) and now it's the turn of my bathroom. The previous owner of my house was a 'minger' and it's been a time consuming job all round but I've come to realise that he has also just painted over a pre-existing mould...
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    Blocked toilet

    Hi Hugh, I never use anything except proper loo roll; I heard about probs with the so called flushable wipes so don't touch them; ditto kitchen paper etc, basically if it's not loo roll or biological waste it doesn't go in the loo I used to live somewhere with a cess pitt for years so had to be...
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    Blocked toilet

    Pete/Andy, thanks combo of your advice & its finally done the trick yay!! I'm not exactly experienced with plumbing and plungers etc, my dept is the human body and fixing it! Taken on board what everyone has said and learnt for future; John, I'll be getting a power plunger just in case! Thanks...
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    Blocked toilet

    John thanks for the explanation that helps a lot:) I think I will invest in one, I'm gonna try this hot water and fairy liquid 1st as it may save another trip out tonight with poorly children. John D: My girls are 5yrs old, pretty switched on but do overuse the loo roll somewhat (new habits...
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    Blocked toilet

    Hi John, which part is the water trap? You say it plugs in to this part... I'm certain it's only excess loo paper causing the issue. Pete, I have a plunger but it didnt work as it is not big enough to cover the pan hole. First thing I tried after multiple flushes.
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    Blocked toilet

    Hi thanks for all advice; I'm trying all I can myself before resorting to Plummer so I'll not be calling them just yet for a plunger... Andy, just to clarify, you mean fairy type washing up liquid and not washing machine powder? Fireman T, not entirely sure what you're referring to.. only...
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    Blocked toilet

    ok, so I have little ones who use too much loo paper... my loo is now blocked but water still goes down very slowly. Historically I've been able to clear this when it happens but now facing using the chemical unblockers as I've been unsuccessful this time...just wondering what anyone recommends...
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