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dave1953 wrote (in the Best Filler topic originated by george0401 on 4.9.2008): I too have had this problem of filler showing through - even if I thin the emulsion down and brush it on the filler a couple of times (and wait to dry) prior to rolling. I've used lots and lots of filler...

Hi All, Spent the last few hours trawling previous posts on this. Replaced a rad earlier (after decorating), but one of the valve nuts is just a little damp when I apply tissue paper to it. It doesn't drip. Wary of tightening further, in case I do damage. I seem to remember having this...

Hi Peeps, I've attached a picture showing where the CORGI has installed a TRV for a rad. It's a similar situation for the lockshield and all the other rads. I want to fill, sand and paint the hole AFTER attaching the rad so there is movement in the 10mm micorbore to help with attaching the...

Just had a Riva Advance Combi 32KW HE installed by a Corgi in June. Got fed up with the flow of the Gainsborough 9.5KW electric shower. I've taken tees from the hot and cold and routed the pipework to the corresponding hot and cold inlets of the Mira Pace. I followed the instructions and...

Hi All, The OH and I noticed that npower are offering cavity wall insulation for £150 for existing customers (which we are): http://www.npower.com/At_home/Energy_efficiency/Efficient_products/Home_Insulation_Offers.pdf But before we jump in, my good lady mentioned about the green...

Hi All, I've ordered the parts I think I need to replace the existing pump that has failed. I'm referring to the circulator in the airing cupboard. I have a system that has a CWSC and a F&E tank in the loft - also an indirect hot water cylinder. I've taken delivery (from www.bes.co.uk)...

Hi, Forgive my ignorance! I'm just about to order all the fittings I need from screwfix for an outside tap. I'm following the instructions in the Collins DIY manual and will be using compression/push fit. I have my eye on these drain cocks...