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    Ideal C80FF gas-fired boiler - repair or replace?

    We have an Ideal C80FF "wall-mounted, gas fired, fanned flue, combination boiler" which, when working properly, is perfectly fine. However, it goes through cycles where it trips out (usually first thing in the morning) and I have to climb into the attic to press the orange lockout button to...
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    Trying to find unusual sealing washers for shower mixer tap

    I heard the shower running last night whilst switched off! The cause of the leak turned out to be fairly obvious – see pic below. Does anyone know of a source for replacement sealing rings please? They seem to be a sort of silicone material in a U shape. Also, could there be seals missing...
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    Source of 18mm beech effect boarding?

    I have moved a tumble dryer and washing machine out of the kitchen and want to fill the gaps with sliding wicker basket jobbies. I would like to attempt to build my own carcasses on which to mount the sliding baskets because: a) the gaps left aren't exactly 600mm and that means I can fill...
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    What mastic to use to fit bathroom sink please?

    I can only find roofing mastic listed. Is there something different to use when fitting the sink unit to the worktop or can I use silicone sealant please? There is quite a bit needed!
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    Appliances in bathrooms

    Hi folks :D I have spent a while trawling through the forum and following links (sadly quite a few no longer work - particularly the NICEIC ones) but haven't found a definitive answer to the question about whether I can install a washing machine and condenser drier in my bathroom. I...
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    Parliament Hinges for PVC doors

    I am interested in the mention of Parliament Hinges as I have a pair of outward opening external UPVC doors that are a real pain as they only open half way because of an external window cill. It would really make so much better use of a small patio area if we could open these doors all the...
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