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    Fireplace brickwork

    Thanks for the reply. Yes it will be seen. The surround does not cover it. It could possibly go higher Thanks for the drilling tip
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    Fireplace brickwork

    Just had my gas fire removed Replacing with an inset electric fire The new fire is a little wider and fair bit lower I chiselled out the bricks left and right. Right went OK and will just need a bit of filler to tidy. On the Left a big chunk of brick came out. What is the best way to fill the...
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    Foxhole inspired bath panel and boxing in

    I was in need of a new bath panel. Old one, I made from cheap pine t&g with boxing in made from mdf window board and contiboard. All of it got a bit water damaged over the years. Was very impressed with Foxhole's solution. https://www.diynot.com/diy/threads/diy-bath-panel.541350/#post-4580007...
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    Cutting tiles in situ.

    Used one of these on my 115mm grinder. https://www.toolstation.com/abracs-tile-porcelain-diamond-blade/p87878 Worked well and reasonable price. Creates a LOT of dust. Mine were cut outside.
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    how to remove Deeply embedded screws

    Chunky side cutters. Point of the cutters facing into the wall, handles towards you. Grip the screw head and use the cutters as a screwdriver. I have removed loads of stubborn screws this way.
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    Kitchen worktop upgrade advice

    Used this in a bathroom on a single run of 'worktop' Not too difficult to fit with a bit of care. https://www.vinylwarehouse.co.uk/exclusive-67cm-avellino-granite-stone-sticky-back-vinyl-furniture-wrap-200-8341-from-1m-to-15m-26036-p.asp Only two adults in our house. It has picked up a couple...
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    Fitting a ceiling light with 3 wires

    Post a pic of your multimeter. Need to ID the switch wires
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    Fitting a ceiling light with 3 wires

    Did you get a pic before removing the existing fitting? One set of Red, Black and Earth is from the fusebox One is to the next light One is to the wall switch
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    Horn not working - fuse issue? Vauxhall

    Which car is the van based on? There is quite a bit relating to Astra H horn problems online. If this is yours, have a search for CIM clip.
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    Has anyone found the best questions to ask during a gas safe inspection?

    Would you like me to go away and let you get on with your job?
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    Fixing awning to insulated outer wall.

    Maybe consider one that fixes to the ground i.e. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/296183608328 To fit what you are suggesting, the advice seems to be remove the insulation, screw a treated timber block in its place and render over. The brackets will then have a solid surface to mount on. I am...
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    Which Shower Screen

    Thank You :) Merlyn seem to have some reasonably priced screens.
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    Which Shower Screen

    Can't remember the last time I had a bath (just ask my pet flies). But you know, 3 bed semi in suburbia MUST have a bath. We always use the shower in the en-suite. Been here 20+ years and no intention of moving any time soon. Danish niece and nephew (under 10) had a dip when they were over last...
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    Which Shower Screen

    Any recommended bath shower screens please? Standard bath Spare bathroom. Quite rare that it will get used I am thinking something like this with a fixed panel attached to the wall. £100-£200 price range but willing to stretch a bit for anything recommended. Are fixed or sliding better...
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    Tap grub screw between sizes

    Yes. If there is enough room to get to the grub screw If not, a stubby bit driver or even a socket
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    Ideas for a wall mounted latch?

    Would something as simple as a wooden post on the wall to catch the door work? I presume you just want to prevent it scraping on the wall rather than needing to hold it in position?
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    Challenge Circular saw

    You haven't got the wrong side of the 'washer' facing the blade have you? Looking at one for sale on ebay Do you have a angle grinder 2 pin type key for it as well? Looks like you maybe hold the washer with the 2 pin key to lock the motor and then tighten the allen screw...
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    DIY Brick & Concrete BBQ

    A few places I have stayed have had concrete or brick bases for the charcoal Never really got on with them. Might be OK with a starter chimney for the charcoal. Nothing to contain the ash. I think you need a grate and pan for the charcoal Stayed somewhere recently that had a brick bbq. Bog...
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    Transferring data to new phone

    Samsung Smart Switch works very well. Just follow the instructions. If your new phone has a USB-C to USB-C cable , you may be able to plug phone to phone. Did my Samsung to Samsung over local wifi. Did my mums iPhone to Samsung with a USB-C to Lightning.
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    Bath sealing systems before tiling

    Similar to what I used in the shower with wall boards. Sits on a big bead of silicone. https://www.claddingwarehouse.co.uk/products/cladseal-watertight-edge-trim This was the sort of tape I was thinking of.
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