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    Composite cladding fixing

    I want to fit composite cladding to the rear of my new extension (I originally typed "expension" - a Freudian slip....) I have insulated blockwork as the construction. The extension will be part K-rendered and part clad. If the walls are cement-boarded then is there a good reason why I cannot...
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    DIY Kiln

    I want to turn this cherry beam into a mantel. The tree was felled three years ago but has ony been trimmed to size for a month Trimmed to length it will be 9' x 9" x 9" I was thinking of making my own kiln out of insulation board and a fan heater. I've seen youtube videos outlining the...
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    Tree-trunk transport

    That was my first thought. They seem to be thin on the ground. I've gone local as I can then visit to discuss with the wood at the yard without having to make early irrevocable decisions Regards Tet
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    Tree-trunk transport

    Thank you - That's perfect. Regards Tet
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    Tree-trunk transport

    I have 5 large pieces of a cherry tree that fell done in 2021. I'd like to make a new mantle above the fireplace from the largest piece and maybe some shelving boards from the remainder I have found a local sawmill but I don't know what service I need to search for to get a flatbed lorry with a...
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    Candace Owens

    Irrespective of your opinion of the lady, it would be nice to give her the respect of spelling her name correctly Regards Tet
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    Your favourite method of sealing the tile/bath joint

    gee Just DIY, I've always used Dow 785 and I would completely agree with the advice and above comment. I have been hearing that CT1 is even better than Dow285. As to application, watch this for the most comprehensive demo and instructional video I've ever seen on the subject: Regards Tet
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    Radiators from Bestheating.com - anyone got any experience ?

    I bought four Bestheating Aruba's just over two years ago. They perform perfectly fine but I have noticed recently that the finish paint is separating from the radiator at the top corner in two of the four. I am waiting until the winter is over before raising a complaint, so cannot comment on...
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    Grundfos pump outside

    Thank you for the reply. The offending pump is set to CCII per the above diagram. (see attached) This pump is for the six upstairs rads and the HW tank Downstairs is a polypipe-badged grundfos UFH and the second pic shows that this is set the same. This is almost silent in operation
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    Grundfos pump outside

    It's a Grundfos UPS3 15-50/65 230V How do I find out its mode and setting? Regards Tet
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    Grundfos pump outside

    I had a new install for a pellet boiler just over two years ago. We're off-grid for gas and it seemed to be a good replacement for an aging and inefficient oil boiler. The lingering problem is the noise of the pump and it's associated pipework, which is located in an upstairs bedroom cupboard...
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    Flat roof leaking - guttering taken

    Shelter have a good page where they outline the escalating actions that you could/should take https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/repairs/what_to_do_if_your_private_landlord_wont_do_repairs How are the landlord on other issues sch as gas safe certificates and other maintenance...
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    Inheritance Tax

    If your father does NOT have a regsitered POA then I suggest that you sort one out ASAP. In the event that your father may/will have some deterioration in his ability to manage a property portfolio as he ages then at some point he may need some point. The absolute worst-case scenario is that...
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    Inheritance Tax

    Wow - "horse" and "water" jump to mind. It will be irritating to you when you have to write the cheque out of the estate, but on behalf of the taxpayers of the UK - Thank You Regards Tet PS Even more galling is that, should you at some point get a POA you wouldn't be able to use that...
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    Inheritance Tax

    As it will be to your benefit, why don't you pay it? Regards Tet
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    Main stop cock wont turn- please help

    Be very careful not to apply too much force or you may have a bigger problem. Our stopcock is absolutely solid. I've been using the meter in the road for years Regards Tet
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    Is there any reason not to use stainless steel sheet on shower wall?

    Update: For a 2400 x 1200 size and no delivery or fixings Large Format Tiles : https://www.tilegiant.co.uk/tiles/magna-xxl/marino.html £195.50 Glass: https://colour2glass.com/product/coloured-kitchen-glass-splashbacks/ £576.00 Stainless Steel ...
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    Is there any reason not to use stainless steel sheet on shower wall?

    I imagine that it would be difficult to keep properly clean. In the kitchen, the best way to keep stainless steel clean is with regular application of WD40 as a cleaner and a prevention agent. Keeping stainless wall in a bathroom "touch-free" would be almost impossible, I also have no idea how...
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    Choice of downlights for kitchen and living room

    I am not a fan of straight GU10 downlights and have been looking for something more flexible. In our lounge we've been living with Shelly GU10 tunable bulbs ( https://shellystore.co.uk/product/shelly-duo-gu10/ ) on a ceiling bar for two years now and they have been great That said, with our new...
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