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Draining radiator system for new replacement combi boiler
Heating & Gas  •  359 views  •  0 answers

What needs to be opened fully in all the radiators when draining the radiators and closed, adjusted when refilled? All ock shield valves, which would lose the original balanced settings for flow of water into each radiator? All air release valves? All TRVs? Anything else?

Porcelain
Tiling  •  358 views  •  6 answers

Have existing firm porcelain tile a 2 sq m Need to use just 2 tiles 1200 600each Created a walk through shower any recommendations will appreciate

How to solve toilet making loud noise like an engine when filling up?
Plumbing  •  357 views  •  2 answers

My toilet is making a loud noise, kind of like an engine when filling up. I flush and then it's normal but then there's a loud noise. I've had a look inside and there's a lot of vibration. I need this fixed asap as I'm having guests over and I …

Shower that runs from combi boiler
Plumbing  •  357 views  •  1 answer

I have a shower that runs from my combi boiler. When the shower is turned on it is hot then make a clicking noise and goes ice cold then goes hot again. This happens every minute of less. I had a plumber round who fitted a new shower and it's …

Thermostatic bar mixer shower
Plumbing  •  357 views  •  0 answers

Hi, I'm thinking of changing from a electric shower to a thermostatic mixer fed by a combi vaillant eco tec pro 28 boiler I think it's optimum running rate is around 1bar, the boiler is in the bathroom and about 1.5mtrs from where the shower will be, my query is …

Can I extend a toilet fill valve which is external to cistern?
Bathroom Fitting  •  356 views  •  1 answer

The flexihose in my bathroom does not reach the fill valve for the new toilet I have 'fitted' (not fitted as not connected!). Does a part exist that extends the fill valve below the cistern another 2 inches so I can connect everything back up? I would usually change for …

Shower
Plumbing  •  355 views  •  9 answers

I have had a shower put in it was pooling he’s now put another in but it’s not draining he said it’s cause it’s a concrete shower tray I said it’s plastic he said it’s not so I assume it’s resin . Should I expect water left in tray

How can I secure plastic pallet decking on muddy ground for durability?
Carpentry & Joinery  •  355 views  •  2 answers

Hi. I would like to use pallets for decking. Any tips for using the plastic ones? Wondering how to make them secure? My garden has grass but the dirt is very muddy. I thought plastic ones would last longer than the wood, as the wooden pallets might rot.

Best trap for washing machine?
Plumbing  •  353 views  •  3 answers

Have some funky smells going to my washing machine from the drain what trap is best for washing machines?

Garden gym (scaffold)
Building  •  353 views  •  0 answers

Hi, i have been asked by a client to put up a permanent scaffold frame for pull ups, rope climbs, general exercise. Height will be around 2m at the highest point. I don’t usually do scaffolding but this is a very simple job. Just wondering if i need any sort …

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