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Hive central heating controller - one channel or two
We're thinking of getting a Hive remote-controlled central heating controller/thermostat so we can set our heating to come on several hours before we get home from holiday etc. I'm trying to work out...
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MK Egatube boxes
I'm trying to figure out the best way to attach an MK Egatube Tee Box to a wall: But I'm a bit baffled about the best way to do it (and Google is not helping). The catalogue refers to "swivel lugs"...
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7 years ago
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Table Football with Power drills
There has to be way to include an angle grinder? Richard A Derby engineering firm got bored of table football, so attached power drills to the handles.
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7 years ago
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zips
wonder if he is still in business
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7 years ago
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Using Geocel 'The Works' in a shower instead of silicone.
Using Geocel 'The Works' in a shower instead of silicone. Has anyone tried this? I am fed up with the silicone going mouldy and am looking for an alternative. Thanks Brendan.
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7 years ago
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Sonicrafter F30 Bargain @Homebase
I've been looking to get a multi-tool for a while and never quite found the need, not even for an ALDI special but in our local Homebase on Friday there was a mountain of Worx Sonicrafter F30's on...
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7 years ago
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Correct tool for the job on tour pt2
How do people use these tiny phones? They should use the proper tool for the job as my Dad keeps telling me
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7 years ago
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Skimming question
The last time I skimmed a joint in plasterboard I used a product which I cant remember the name of but it was sold as an easier to use subsitute for normal skimming plaster, although proper plasterers...
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7 years ago
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OT: Yikes! exploding e-cigarettes.
You wouldn't want this happening in your trouser pocket... http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/video_and_audio/headlines/38093489
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OT: a couple of observations on Antartic ice.
The extent of the Antartic ice is about the same now as it was 100 years ago. and The huge Pine Island glacier in the Antartic has been melting since the 1940's; it's not a recent occurrence. and
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7 years ago
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Nice bit of wiring to a summerhouse
The incomer is two core flex from a from a non RCD protected supply. The main use of the socket is to power some Christmas lights (which are not IP rated) around the summerhouse. We got the phone call...
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7 years ago
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Cillit Bang nozzle (2023 Update)
The Limescale spray doesn't any more after only a few weeks. I've managed to remove the spray head from the bottle, but can't see an obvious way to disassemble it. I can't tell whether it's broken...
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7 years ago
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Wall lights from socket circuit
Yes, the kitchen is finished, everything is decorated. Gleaming. Nice So, it's obviously time to retro-fit the wall lights we should have thought of in the first place... Channelling - lovely!...
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7 years ago
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Charging battery in situ
The boss in local battery centre says it's ok to connect neg charger lead to neg terminal on battery. However, car's user manual suggests connecting to somewhere on the chassis. This can be a pain,...
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7 years ago
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Dry Verges
There seems to be a move to retro-fit plastic dry verges these days, with plenty of firms touting for business. My cement tiled roof is due for some attention, and I don't do aerial clambering. Are...
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