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This may sound obvious to the educated, so dont shoot me down, but is there an easy way to tell the difference between 15mm copper and the 1/2" (think 1/2" is the alternative)? I'm changing one very soon, and dont want to buy and try to fit the wrong type and cause a flood because its blown...

Hi everyone. I'm going to be replacing the filler valve in the loo (Not an issue). Im going to replace an old failed iso valve that sits between the current copper and filler. Im going to cut back some of the old copper and use a flexi. 1) Would you use a compression or push-fit flexi...

Hi. The whole kitchen was plastered on the weekend. After locking up at night time, I came down to the window dripping in condensation. Is it best to leave the window open for the plaster to dry out, or leave window closed, heating on or both?! Appreciate your comments. Thanks

Following the rad removal guide here. //www.diynot.com/pages/pl/pl031.php Is it safe to run the heating as normal with the rad off, and just the TRV and other valve shut off? (only for a day or two while decorating..) cheers.

Hi.. I've recently kitted out the utility room with plasterboard (gypsum) and taped the joins. Im a bit confused at what my next step is! Do I plaster or skim? Or is this the same thing!? Is there any prep work I need to do first? Ive read i possibly may need to pva the walls? Last time...

Hi, I want to fit some recessed spots in one of the bedrooms (240v 50w). Obviouly above the ceiling there is loft insulation. Is it safe for the lights to protrude through into this? Would this not be a fire risk as the little buggers do get damn hot. Cheers for info.