Carpet not tucking under door bar
Carpets, Lino & Flooring
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Had a carpet fitted today. The carpet is thick and does not tuck under the gold floof bar. The fitter says its nirmak
Insulation under carpet & underlay?
Carpets, Lino & Flooring
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We have just moved into a first floor flat which is above garages. It is VERY cold and currently has wooden flooring down. We are going to remove the flooring and put carpets down (2.9 tog underlay and 2.8 tog carpet) but we are also looking at putting foil insulation …
Extending over a garage (already part extended)
Building
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I’m looking at buying a detached house with a 3m wide garage attached to the side. I have posted a separate question about the same house re the loft. The garage has been built on at some point in the past to creat a first floor bedroom and en-suite. The …
Slate in my garden?
Gardening & Landscaping
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Hi, I found some really, thick, large pieces of slate in my garden! Any ideas what these where for?
New garage
Building
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My neighbor is currently doing this, they have removed the old brick garage and have started to erect a wooden garage which is slightly wider and taller. I'm I able to do this as well ? Do I need planning permission before I do this ?
How much should this work cost for Damp work?
Building
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I have got a quotation from a Damp Specialist. It is given below: Injecting a damp course 4 meters off both sides of the affected corner: This process will include drilling holes into the wall and injecting a damp-proofing solution to create a barrier against moisture. It will be done …
Papering over orange walls?
Painting & Decorating
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I have papered over orange wall with a thick white paper with silvery swirls on it.i noted the first piece i hung the orange is coming through a bit. When the paste dries will the slight orange hue go away and be white again? I darent continue until i know. …
Ceiling repair required?
Plastering & Rendering
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I need to repair a ceiling which has been damaged by a leak in the roof. The leak has been fixed and the ceiling is dry. The ceiling is latte and plaster and the repair will cover an area 4 foot by 8 foot. What is my best way forward?
Water in vent pipes?
Guttering, Fascias & Soffits
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Is there supposed to be water in the vent pipe for the kitchen. The drain from the kitchen outside has water in it, the main drain is ok but pipe from the kitchen always seems to have water. I was under the impression it shouldn’t.
How to stop a rug curling in corners?
Carpets, Lino & Flooring
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The rug in the lounge is curling on several sides. I've tried putting heavy things on it but that doesn't seem to help. What's the best way to solve this? Help!