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    Paster to tile fireplace recess finish

    Any ideas anyone on how to achieve that finish. Many thanks.
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    Paster to tile fireplace recess finish

    Hi all, I'm not an expert tiler but I've stripped out my fireplace getting ready to fit wood stove. I'm tiling my recess with porcelain tiles and and would like some advice on how to achieve the smooth finish plaster on the chimney breast against the tiles in the recess. Attached is image...
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    Size of trimmer and trimming joists for stairwell

    Thanks George, I thought doubling up would be the easiest option. When doubling up joist no. 7 (D) which I presume is already built into the wall (can’t see its end yet); would bolting on another joist to it be fine or does the ‘doubling up’ joist also need to be fixed to the walls on both...
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    Size of trimmer and trimming joists for stairwell

    Hi all, Doing home renovation in my 1930's semi detached involving moving stairs so need to cut some joists and hoping for some advice. Please note I will be seeking services of a structural engineer closer to the time. Currently upstairs joists run left to right. I plan of fitting a double...
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