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Polytunnel Zips replaced with Velcro or some fitting
We bought on of those Gardman plastic Greenhouse/polytunnels about a year ago. Those familiar with them know that the entrance is two full height Zips, just like on a camping tent. The Zip is broken...
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Small fence and gate project: disaster strikes (OT for digi tv)
As I was just finished the top gate, enjoying the beautiful sunny day, the downpour started. It was instant heavy rain, no warning. And the lightning cracked not too far away. Under trees and working...
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Hot, smelly CFL base
A couple of days ago I came downstairs & noticed a "hot plastic" smell, so I went through everything in the "entertainment cabinet", feeling all the wall warts & devices, then sniffed around in the...
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3W led candle lamps in Poundland
Be interesting to see if these lamps will last. I was actually looking for 13W long life, which they didn't have. As she wants to replace the lounge lighting, which requires 12 bulbs and say 3 spares,...
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Scientific Glassblower on The One Show, Wednesday.
Anyone see it? Wonderfully skillful. I've always been impressed by glassblowers. About 19 minutes in. Interesting hair and boots, too.
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How not to install an outside socket
I love the comments others have made. Disclaimer: Please "Like" and Comment on our videos but accept that we simply do not have the time or resources to respond to questions asked or comments made. We...
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homebuilding & renovating....
"Old paint can be removed with acid such as Nitromors, or a heat gun." Why don't they just change the organs name to "low rent coffee table freelance journalism more about smug owners than anything...
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A problem with ants
It's neary the end of the ant season but I'm thinking ahead for next year. My house has always had a minor problem with ants. There would be aoccasionally one or two in the hall and one or two on the...
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Router bit length?
I've just got my first router, and am having a bit of a head-scratch over the length of the (one and only) bit supplied. If the shank of the bit is inserted into the collet more than a negligible...
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A really hand handyman
Juggling is quite entertaining but this guy puts it to practical use. Mike Posted via email from dave6's posterous
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Mains Wiring Questions
I need to extend the wiring to a relocated double wall socket. I intend to use a junction box and 2.5mm T&E cable. Is it OK to take a spur from the junction box to supply an additional socket, or is...
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Combi modulating water flow?
WB combi and potential slow flow - still not got round to comprehensive diagnostics. I've just (duh!) noticed that if the upstairs shower is turned to full cold then the water fairly blasts out - so...
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Renovating Victorian sash windows
Been fiddling with a large Victorian sash window which has probably not been opened for years. Got the bottom sash working now, and one weight/cord is fine, but the other is stuck. Raise the window,...
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Moss Killer, again
Not so long back there was a thread on here about moss killer, and I can't find the thread now. One of the ingredients was strong detergent. After googling for strong detergent, I can't find any link...
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Trailer bearings
If these are taper roller bearings (implied by the need to adjust the pre-loading), it's best to have a tad too much rather than a tad too little pre-loading. Nothing ruins a taper roller bearing...
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