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I am hoping someone can help with some information about the apps used with start TRVs on radiators. Can you create and control zones of multiple radiators? e.g. where a room has three radiators and I want to control the room, or if I want to control one room and a hallway together. I want to...

Thank you. The laminate is (as far as I can tell) is laid on top of a concrete floor and definitely goes under the skirting. Not removing the skirtings would be my preferred option, but how would I get the final line of flooring laid as I am not sure how I would get this under the skirting on...

Thank you. So I assume that I would then need new skirting, and slide this behind the pipes? I need to check, but I hope the skirting is not glued on or it might be a nightmare to remove any of it.

Hi, I am wanting to replace the laminate flooring in a room, however, it looks like the flooring was laid before the skirtings and the radiator pipes are right against the skirting. There is a radiator on the other side of the room with a similar problem so can't really just slide the flooring...

I was thinking more og inhaling it rather than it exploding.

We actually carry a CP detector when travelling on holiday.

Thank you for this. I appreciate that gas has a strong smell - but was thinking what might happen while asleep - would the odour waken someone up?

Hi, I am not sure if I am posting in the right forum. I have natural gas (boiler and fire) and have the needed CO detectors installed. This got me thinking as to why we don't install gas detectors? Will CO detectors pick up leaking natural gas - I didnt think so. Can some one help with my...

Thank you. Should I use a Forstner or a flat wood bit? Or hole saw? The timber is 69mm thick so need to go to a depth of 40ish mm.

Hi, I am joining some timber worktops using the normal tie rods. However, because I only need to do a couple I am not purchasing a jig. I plan to route the straight line for the bar; and then drill the wide holes at each end to hold the fasteners (the end dumbells). What diameter should...

Do the likes of Hive, Nest or Tado do what I need?

I wish! I have read a few of his books tho.

Hi, I want to replace my normal manually operated heating control. i.e. where I actually have to go to the control to change the times the heating comes on and off. I want to be able to be able to change the on and off programmes remotely. I dont need or want thermostats or any other...

Good tip on the vice mounting. Thanks

Thanks guys. All very helpful. I actually have a piece of 50mm worktop that I can make the right size. Gapping and evenness was my biggest concern with 4x2s. I will look further into OSB to see if I can get thicket than 18mm. I wont be welding - so its just general use. And will be...

Thanks for this. I has thought of plywood, but wondered if 18mm was sufficient (OSB or ply)?

Hi, I plan to build my own general purpose work bench. The main reason is that I can have the exact size I require. The main structure will be constructed by 4" x 2" timber. My problem is how to construct the top. Initially I was planning to use the same 4x2 timber and screw five of these to...

Hi, I have painted windowsills and uPVC window frames (both white). I need to fill the gap between them (maybe up to 5mm gap). Should I use an exterior caulk such as this available form Screwfix - https://www.screwfix.com/p/no-nonsense-exterior-decorators-caulk-white-310ml/9735h This might...

Hi, As part of our renonavion, we have had floor tiles laid. These have a very light Jasmine grout and I want to do whatever I can to try and keep the grout clean (kitchen). The builder sealed the grout initially with Tilerite sealer (aerosol) application. I really dont know just how good a...

Hi, I have had all the skirtings replaced with primed MDF. After sanding there are some areas where this is back to the wood so will need primed again. There are also new timber door frames with knots that will need covered. Is there a primer that will do both - maybe Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3...