Central heating inhibitor
(3 messages)
Date: Mon, 03 Oct 2005 11:31:24 GMT
A few weeks ago I drained my entire system down to fit thermostatic valves
and insulation behind some radiators. I refilled and tested and all OK. A
few more weeks will pass before I drain it again to add a towel radiator ...
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help required garden fencing gravel boards
(1 messages)
Date: Sun, 2 Oct 2005 19:14:47 +0100
im about to start a fencing project, which requires concrete gravel boards &
posts , the posts aren't a problem, but the gravel boards will be laid on
the earth, it might seem obvious but how do I stop the gravel boards sinking
into ...
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Combination boiler water flow rate
(2 messages)
Date: Sun, 2 Oct 2005 06:18:07 +0000 (UTC)
So who is right as one website contradicts the other
Quote from http://www.premiergas.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/html/slide6.html
So where's the catch? Because it is heated on demand the hot water runs more
slowly so, for example ...
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furnace won't come on
(4 messages)
Date: 1 Oct 2005 16:30:40 -0700
I have an old gravity furnace and recently it's been cold enough to
where it should have come on. But, even when I set the temp to 90, it
still won't turn on. I've replaced the thermostat because I was told
that these types ...
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woodchips all off now what
(8 messages)
Date: Sat, 1 Oct 2005 19:21:20 +0100
Hi
well it took a week, working nights only to remove the woodchip of a 13'x13'
room.
what do i need to do to prepare the walls for a new embossed wallpaper?
i am a novice when it comes to wallpapering.
Mark
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Toilet flush problems
(1 messages)
Date: Sat, 01 Oct 2005 12:02:03 GMT
Hello all.
I have a problem with my loo.
It wont flush, now i've done some research and had a look around.
What I can see is that the chain from the flush handle in the tank is no
longer attached to the flapper valve.... ...
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CH Boiler Problem - Potterton C70
(9 messages)
Date: Sat, 01 Oct 2005 11:04:34 GMT
(yes I know it's 35 years old and needs replacing - I'm just trying to nurse
it through until spring!)
The boiler is overheating (radiators too hot, HW scalding and boiler
creaking a bit). The room and HW cylinder thermostats ...
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conventional boiler installation cost?
(7 messages)
Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2005 18:54:38 GMT
We need to get a new boiler fitted to our gas central heating system. We
have had a few companies around to price up. Its not a combi just normal
pumped system with storage tank upstairs.
To remove old boiler, supply and ...
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Garage doors - ABS or GRP ?
(2 messages)
Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2005 19:41:31 +0100
Can anyone enlighten me on the difference between GRP (Wickes) and ABS (B
&Q) garage doors apart from price ?
GRP type is approx 200 cheaper, but is it worth it in terms of finish,
robustness and durability ?
Thanks
Badger
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travertine stone flooring
(1 messages)
Date: Wed, 28 Sep 2005 12:30:08 +0100
Hi,
I'm looking to do the kitchen floor with this. Thing is.. there seems to be
quite a big variation in prices quoted, for the same thing, ie, unfilled,
chiselled edge. Or any finish, for that matter. Can there really be ...
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Neff Hob - burner control valve
(1 messages)
Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2005 15:31:37 +0100
Spares no longer available for my C4 Neff gas hob and one of the burner
control valves has packed in.
Does anyone know of anywhere likely to carry old stock? Alternatively,
does anyone have any experience of repairing ...
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Ilquid sander
(2 messages)
Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2005 07:24:12 GMT
Does anyone know of a product call ESP its liquid sander which I have used
in the past. B&Q used to sell it but do not stock it now. Does anyone know
of a stockist?
I can only get International Paint version of the product ...
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Re: Why is it only some Halogen Downlights are Dimmable?
(1 messages)
Date: Mon, 26 Sep 2005 20:38:51 +0100
"A" <jez@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:...
>
> "Mark" <mark.cass2000@btinternet.com> wrote in message
> news:dh90g7$snt$1@nwrdmz02.dmz.ncs.ea.ibs-infra.bt.com...
>> Yes, Vass or Cass you are wrong.
>>
>> There are ...
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Hardboard under Vinyl Flooring
(5 messages)
Date: Mon, 26 Sep 2005 18:09:27 GMT
Hi,
Some time ago we had vinyl flooring laid through our hallway.
It was recommended to us by the flooring contractor that we should have
hardboard laid first over the floorboards before the vinyl was glued
down on to ...
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Loft Conversion by the previous bodger!
(5 messages)
Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2005 20:02:08 +0000 (UTC)
Peeps Help!!!!!!!!!!!
I have been in my current house about 2 years and many problems have cropped
up in that time, mostly from the previous occupant - a bodger!
Whilst speaking to the neighbour I was horrified when I ...
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Loose fill insulation
(2 messages)
Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2005 21:03:39 +0100
I need to insulate a small cavity wall from above. Is it possible to buy
loose fill insulation to drop in? If so what is best. I wondered about
using polystyrene beads from a bean bag. Any suggestions welcome.
Stu ...
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Cement
(1 messages)
Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2005 18:08:11 +0100
This Question may seem strange at first,but can anyone tell me if it is a
legal requirement to use mortar to bond concrete blocks in building a
house,because i think i might have discovered a new ,cheaper,and quicker way
of ...
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Why is it only some Halogen Downlights are Dimmable?
(8 messages)
Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2005 16:01:59 +0100
I have 3 downlights recessed into the landing ceiling. I am on my second
dimmer (60 - 400W). The bulbs fitted are dimmable (according to the box).
Presumably dimmable means they'll continue to work off a lower voltage? Why ...
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microwave
(3 messages)
Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2005 14:35:06 +0100
The enamel under the turntable in our microwave is flaking off, about the
length of a pencil where the wheels run under the plate.
Does anyone know if this is dangerous? Is it still safe to use the
microwave?
Thank you.
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noisy washing machine
(5 messages)
Date: Sat, 24 Sep 2005 20:53:37 +0100
I have a Hoover nextra 1600 washer dryer.
It is fine except on the spin cycle there is quite a bit of vibration and
noise. The machine seems to be set level when idle (no play when trying to
rock from side to side or front ...
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