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Noise insulation.
I know this has been done before.... We have a door in what was an exterior cavity wall giving access to an annexe and our lodger. There is a separate exterior door so the internal one is currently...
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Odd elec socket in France
Came across this odd socket in a bedroom in a recently-built hotel in Provence. Anyone know what it's for? https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/10969499/odd-french-socket.jpg
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Unique level indicator
I'm quite proud of this item and its sheer accuracy, for getting anything level in two dimensions. It is designed to be used to repeatedly level an object, rather than be used for levelling a variety...
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How do I change my newlec door entry code???
The flat never came with a manual so I don't know how to change it. Anyone got any idea? Not sure what model it is but says nlvkbwhn on the back
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82mm waste for toilet
Hi, I am fitting a new toilet and hope to conceal the (previously boxed in) waste piping underfloor. Problem is that there is insufficient headroom for 110mm; but I have noted that 82mm waste piping...
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8 years ago
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Boiler noise
Looking at fitting a boiler in a bedroom: how many dB do you reckon I should look for? I really don't know. NT
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Filler for awkward gap
I need to fill the space between a newly plastered ceiling and a purlin: It all seems quite airtight, but I want to finish it off for neatness, avoiding draughts, and stopping any much coming down...
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New Openreach Installation
My daughter has moved into a new build and is awaiting Openreach to connect them. I believe that on new builds Openreach are installing an external co nnector that replaces the NTE5 master socket....
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Radiators not heating
Baxi Combi 100HE plus. Electricity going in to boiler, no warning lights illuminating. Hot water from tap is hot and thermostat for rads calling for heat. Is there anything I can check before I call a...
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Use of OTG cables
Has anyone here managed to connect a standard USB memory stick to an Android tablet (or iPad) using an OTG cable? There are many sites claiming they show you how to do it, but until now I have failed....
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OT Ask the police
I wonder how a screwdriver would be? (As a waepon) https://www.askthe.police.uk/content/Q589.htm
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Halogen Capsule lamps
Have a couple of those desk lamps with a transformer in the base that take a 35 watt 12v halogen capsule. Is there a decent LED replacement? Last replacement halogens I bought seem to have a very...
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Lidl Generator?
Local Lidl had a 240V generator of around 1.7KW. Is anything known, are they a good buy? I expect that if they are, this query is superfluous as they will be gome. AB
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Screws for fitting to PVC windows?
I need to suspend a roller blind (zebra type) to a pvc window are there a particular type of screw to use for better holding power as I dont want the thing to fall off, the blind weighs approx 2.5...
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Bosch12 SD
Anyone here got a Bosch 12 SD Sliding mitre saw ? I broke something on mine and now when I lower the blade into the cutting p osition the blade guard doesn't retract far enough. This obstructs the...
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