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    Masonry paint on internal walls

    Is the existing masonry paint textured? If so and it's in good condition then it'll be difficult to remove. If flat and in good condition either repaint directly on top or line and then paint.
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    Painting window gloss peeled off when removing tape

    Did you wait for the gloss paint to dry before you took the tape off? That’s usually why the paint peels leaving a rough edge. Best to take the tape off while paint is still wet in my experience
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    Repairing a stone windowsill

    sounds about right. Only things to add are whether you can anchor some screws into existing to give your repair more 'bite' and not to forget to incorporate a drip edge into your form work
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    Freestanding Fibreglass Flat Roof Advice

    This is a good introduction to DIY GRP roofing. Hope it helps
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    Ceiling speakers

    Hi all i will be having my house wired in the coming weeks. I've been toying with the idea of putting some speakers in the bathroom and kitchen ceiling. It's just an idea at the moment but I think it'd be pretty cool if I can make it work. I have had a look online and came across some...
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    Recommendations for hard wired alarm system

    Hello again guys. So after some research and talking to an alarm installer I have decided to go with the Honeywell galaxy system. It's got everything I need. Thank you all once again for pointing me in the right direction.
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    Dragon Alfa Portland cement

    Thank you guys. Think I'll give them a go. I'll let you know what my brickie thinks of it!
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    Dragon Alfa Portland cement

    Has anyone used this brand of cement? Was offered this by my local builders merchants today when I went to buy the bricks and blocks for my extension. Slightly put off as I have never heard of it before and from the name thought it might be an inferior product. A quick google search suggests...
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    Recommendations for hard wired alarm system

    Thanks again guys. Not got round to sitting down and looking at the different options. Hopefully tomorrow! Will let you know what I go for. Cheers
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    Recommendations for hard wired alarm system

    Thank you all for taking the time to reply. I appreciate it. At work ATM but will have a look at the options suggested this evening.
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    Recommendations for hard wired alarm system

    Hello all. I will be getting my house rewired in the coming weeks as part of a larger extension/refurbishment project. I would like to install an alarm system but am confused with all the choice out there. I have had various electricians come and have a look and they have all said something...
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