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Hi, Yes it was a custom made steel door. Thanks for the advice, will give it a try. Cheers!

Sorry, not sure why pic was not attached. Seems like the system is changed to a link. Here's the try: //www.diynot.com/network/manzana/albums/

Hello, I believe someone has tampered with the lock to the side gate in my garden. Picture attached. The handle is not in its usual horizontal position, it is slightly loose and further down. When turning the handle the mechanism does not catch the latch and does not retract into the lock...

Hello, I have a semi-detached house built in the early 1900's. The front and back of the house are solid wall (no cavity) and the side is cavity wall, or so I have been told. We are planning to externally insulate the back solid wall and insulate the cavity at the side. However, because of...

Hello, I came across people talking about using a MOISTURE BARRIER when doing this job. Can anyone shed some light if it is necessary to use it? Also, how to use it? Some people say use it between the wood floor and the insulation material. Others say, at the bottom of the...

I have just seen a video on youtube where it is encouraged to also insulate the floor joists after insulating in between them. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zd9RKeTrdXI See towards the end of the video. Has anyone done this? What material did you use for it?

Hello All, I have decided on using wool. What thickness is usually recommended? I have seen; 50mm 75mm 100mm and even 200mm. Which one should I use that will not later make me wish I had used the next thickness up? :?: Thanks!

Hi Again, Doing my research as we speak, I came across something called Earthwool :idea: . http://www.insulationshop.co/75mm_earthwool_acoustic_roll_knauf.html?gclid=CJTg-vDcj78CFejHtAodqSMAVg Is that the same as Mineral Rock Wool you mentioned? Also, seeing as I need to use more rock...

Once again, some very informative replies! Thanks! :)

Hi Guys, Just measured and the crawl space height is roughly 90cm. So enough space for me to get down there as its nice and dry. I will definitely be doing it from the crawl space (less disruptive) and I read the two options available. Can I use Celotex if doing it from underneath? Or is...

Two fantastic replies! Thanks guys.

Hello, I live in a Victorian house (very early 1900's) and the floors are not insulated, which makes the downstairs noticeably cooler than upstairs. Currently it is fully carpeted downstairs which is all brand new when we bought it, but when carpet gets older we plan to change to engineered...

Thanks again! As for the material, which of these would you suggest: Klima Polystyrene Insulation Boards: http://www.screwfix.com/p/klima-polystyrene-insulation-boards-pack-of-8/75113# Damp Proof Course: http://www.screwfix.com/p/damp-proof-course-450mm-x-30m/55072 Loft Insulation...

Hi, Thanks for the info below. As for the wall, there is no cavity or insulation in the wall itself. Will this be worse for my brick planter idea? Anything else preventive I can do? Example, put a layer of insulation (suggestion for this welcome) between the pond liner against the...

Hi, I am planning on building 2 brick planters against my house wall for grow some climbing plants onto the house wall at the back. I cant crack the ground because it has been cemented very deep, which makes a perfect stable base for the intended brick planters. Approx size 1: 2 bricks...

Hello, We have a situation where damp is coming in through an inner wall of a bedroom. We know the source of the damp as the shower unit is on the other side of the wall. Called a plumber who re-sealed the bottom of the shower base with a silicone product to stop water seaping in...

Just to say I got it sorted by an electrician in the end. Turns out the control panel was wired to the hallway light socket in case that bit of info helps others. It looked easy when I saw the electrician do it, but that is once you know what you are doing. I didnt want to chance it. PS: New...

Sparkymarka - thanks for that, will try it if needed. EightyTwo - As there is no visible FCU I think its best I get an electrician to uninstall it properly. I did go out earlier and bought wire clippers. It may come in useful later on :) Thanks guys for your time and replies! I do...