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    Fireplace arch strength

    Aim is to open up the builders opening and have the original bricks inside. Just for decoration and to make the room feel bigger. Will possibly have logs in. The slab is the thing you can see in the picture pointing upwards. The wall with the brick missing is self standing and in front of the...
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    Fireplace arch strength

    Hi all! On to another project in our home. I have picked up some lime mortar and was planning to chisel out the old mortar on the arch (about an inch), then repoint to strengthen. As well as fill In the holes where bricks have been chipped. My question is. Do you think this arch would be...
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    Reginox tap install help

    Hi all, We will be having our worktop installed tomorrow after living without a kitchen since August! I'll be clambering under the sink to install the tap, but YouTube videos seem to all have a crescent washer and bolt so I am struggling to find instructions for a similar setup... The tap...
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    Help with undersink connector.

    Just come back to this feed. Really helpful advice from everyone. Thanks
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    What bolts/screws for hanging a column rad

    Hi All, Just been going round in circles with Screwfix. We bought a column radiator from them, but it didn't come with the screws and wall plugs. They are telling me they can't advise on what size the bolts/screws should be because of insurance and we need to consult an expert (slightly...
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    Help with undersink connector.

    Thanks s turbo, I should have explained. I have most of the parts, with some coming with the sink and I bought some spigets separately. Was hoping to source just the horizontal part. That connections is what I keep coming to so maybe it only comes as part of these kits?
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    Help with undersink connector.

    Hi all, Next step on my plumbing journey is to work out how to get everything neatly plumbed under the sink, so it can be accessed. Does anyone know what the horizontal manifold is called? I can't find it anywhere, but may be searching in the wrong place on screwfix/toolstation. The plan is...
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    40mm strap on boss appears too small

    Next thing, working out the plumbing under the sink. Trying to find a manifold that will connect 2 waste pipes from a 1.5 sink and allow for three spigets (washing machine, dishwasher and condensate). Like the horizontal one in this image. The orange being the spigets. I'll post a new thread so...
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    40mm strap on boss appears too small

    OK, stand down!! I cleaned it up and used a sh%t load of fairy liquid and with a bit brute force I managed to get the flexible connector in. Note to self, be braver
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    40mm strap on boss appears too small

    Thanks I need to put different pipework in, that turns immediately to the right as it comes out the boss. The washing machine will be where that old pipework is. That's the old pipework which I have been assuming is smaller. But maybe just push fit pipework? I got a 40mm with a flexible hose...
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    40mm strap on boss appears too small

    Thanks I am not sure if it's the same size. I was trying to push a 40mm pipe in, but I have been doing a bit more research and it looks like it may be because it's a push fit? Not sure what the difference is between normal 40mm waste and push fit? Maybe just a chamfer. I'll give it a good clean...
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    40mm strap on boss appears too small

    Hi all, Complete novice, muddling through a bit of plumbing. We need to rearrange the plumbing for a new sink, washing machine and dishwasher. There are 2 strap on boss' (one original. And one that my dad and I switched for a new one a few months back when it started leaking, I can't get him...
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    What's a Reasonable cost of rewire in Bristol?

    Any idea what we should expect to pay (before VAT) on a rewire? Bristol Terraced, 1980 Victorian house 2 Bed Floorboards that are exposed (no carpet) All belongings boxes and moving out to avoid getting in the way/speeding things up No access to roof space in bathroom Kitchen Double sockets...
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    Do you need subbase/sub base and sand under a screed kitchen floor?

    Does the Hardcore have to be MOT Type 1? We smashed the floor up this weekend, and will be digging down to the required depth for this. The DPM had pierced under the insulation, and the floor was all uneven. We are so glad we caught this now!
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    Soil pipe boss connector strap seal and replacement

    Hi all! Got my dad down this weekend to help me sort out a leaking boss strap, and potentially make another one redundant. The bottom one used to be used for the washing machine waste, but a new layout will mean that I either put a sharp corner straight out of the connector, or I connect it to...
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    Do you need subbase/sub base and sand under a screed kitchen floor?

    Dad daughter time this weekend, sorting out a leaking boss connector. Then will be smashing up the floor next weekend!
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    Do you need subbase/sub base and sand under a screed kitchen floor?

    Thanks, will have look at the approved docs.. Which 'Part' is the the doc?
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    Do you need subbase/sub base and sand under a screed kitchen floor?

    Yes, the builder put some in but they were away from the brick, so the screeder went over them! We will make sure we do as the previous owner didn't and we have damp issues in the hall. Not sure how to connect them to the airbrick, but will have a look at my DIY Manual book!!
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    Do you need subbase/sub base and sand under a screed kitchen floor?

    Any idea what the easiest/shallowest solid floor would be? Or alternative construction? As we will be starting from scratch, we have a choice.
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    Do you need subbase/sub base and sand under a screed kitchen floor?

    That's OK, we'll get the proper stuff in!! The floor is level with a suspended timber floor at the moment, so we will be aiming to get the same level and putting concrete on top would make it too tall. We may treat ourselves to underfloor heating if we do it ourselves.
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