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Hi I am posting on behalf of a friend; he would like to cut holes of diameter 50mm in a sheet of steel of approx 3mm thickness. As the holes are to accommodate test meters in a standard instrument panel I doubt if it will be constructed from hard steel so neatness and ease of process will be the...

Hi, I have recently had occasion to switch off the mains water into the house. As the water pressure in my area is quite high at all times of the day and not wishing to damage any equipment, through too low or too high a pressure I have bought a pressure meter which is commonly available (£10)...

Mirror Heating Pad Hi I am hoping to install a mirror fitted with a demister pad and completely inset by tiling. The mirror dimensions are approximately 830mm x 480mm and for this I would expect a heat pad (power ~20watts) of approximately 500mm x 300mm to be ideal. However the firms I have...

Can anyone advise me on the procedure for fitting a bathroom mirror and heating pad completely inset by tiling? I am worried that the mirror will crack due to the forces of expansion. Barry

I would like to replace a coal fire with a flush fitting wall mounted gas fire Although this will be done by suitably qualified engineers I initially need to know what types of gas fire will be suitable in order to make a choice. Any guidance will be most appreciated Barry

Hi, I would like to bolt a bracket to a brick wall (gable end) using M8 X 75mm Hex Head Coach Screws. What size Nylon wall plugs should I use and where would I obtain them from? Thank you Barry

Hi, I intend to cover a short run of copper pipe (less than 2m) in my concrete bathroom floor. The pipe is covered with denzo tape, I would like to use a weak mix for the covering, what mix do you suggest? Thank you Barry

Hi I have just purchased from Tool Station a full bore isolating valve ref No. 11495. Unlike all other valves I have purchased this one does not have alignment flow indication. Therefore am I correct in assuming that the direction of insertion is not relevant and it can be fitted either way...

Hi I have just purchased from Tool Station a full bore isolating valve ref No. 11495. Unlike all other valves I have purchased this one does not have alignment flow indication. Therefore am I correct in assuming that the direction of insertion is not relevant and it can be fitted either way...

Hi could anyone tell me where I can purchase a flexible hose with compresion fittings at both ends and incorporating an isolating valve, of dimensions 15mmx15mmx10mm bore and 900mm in length? I have tried the usual places like toolstation etc without sucess Thanks in advance Barry

On removing the tiles form an internal wall in a small toilette, part of the rendering came away exposing the brick work below. The brick are the soft grey type which had a poor reputation in the late 50’s. As the upper courses of brickwork were in poor condition I have decided to re-lay these...

Hi, I am about to install a Vent Axia extractor fan model VA100XT in the toilette, however the instructions state: “It is recommended that the connection to the fan connector terminals is made with flexible cable” I am aware that flexible 3core and earth is manufactured, but as I only...

On removing the plaster on one of the internal walls (standard cavity) in a small toilet, brickwork in a bad (loose) condition was exposed. The area in question was the top (1m) part of a non load bearing wall which is 1m wide. I would like to take out these bricks and relay them but I am not...

High, In a previous post I was advised to use rendering to repair a patch (internal cavity wall) which is approx four square feet and has a maximum depth 1 ¼ inches. The trouble is try as I might (B&Q, Wickes, etc etc) I cannot find a supplier of small quantities of lime. Would hydrated lime...

I need to replace four or five standard bricks in an interior cavity wall of a very dry room. I will probably use a mortar of soft sand /cement mix 4:1. I then need to cover this brick work with plaster. Question 1: Is the 4:1 mix the best or should I use 5:1? Question 2: How long...

Hello, Shortly I intend to extend some old pipe-work contained in a cavity wall; these pipes are quite green and “scarmy.” Posts on this forum concerning joints in inaccessible places suggest that soldering is the better option. Although quite familiar with soldering techniques in...

Hi, I am replacing the concrete around my drains inspection cover (domestic 670mmx520mm) and find that the frame which supports the inspection lid needs to be 40mm above the final course of bricks. To me this seems rather an excessive bed of mortar (cement and yellow sand 1:4) for the frame to...

Hi, Recently my 7 year old Hotpoint WMA42 has started making a loud heavy rumble when in the spin cycle, I suspect it is the drum bearing. On checking out this forum on the replacement of such I have come to the conclusion that I have neither the tools nor the expertise to effect such a repair...

Hi Yesterday during its annual service my combi boiler (Worcester 9.24 BF Electronic) was condemned because of a corroded flue assembly. Can anyone help me to locate a supplier or even a manufacturer? It does seem a pity to have to replace a complete boiler for the sake of something which is...

Hi, My 40 year old Dolphin shower has developed a fault. Replacing it with a new one will be the very last option as the tiles have long since been unobtainable etc etc etc. On examining the unit it appears that Dolphin have utilized a Crabtree 30 amp ELCB (with the yellow test button) as the...