Different kinds of floor covering When considering a different floor covering apart from carpet, it is useful to bear in mind the durability and maintenance involved with the different types available. Dry lay some tiles to get the effect of the design. Tiles are available in various colours, designs and sizes, for example ceramic floor […]
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Washable Fabrics Place under a running cold tap. Leave for as long as possible to rinse Apply washing up liquid to back of stain, placing again under running water to rinse. Any remaining stain can be treated with equal amounts of ammonia, lemon juice and cold water. Wash as normal. Non Washable Fabrics Take to
Removing a damaged slate If a slate has slipped or shifted from its position then it is probably due to corrosion of the supporting fixing nails. A slate ripper is a flat tool with cutting barbs at the end. Slip a slate ripper under the centre of the slate. This will enable you to locate
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Window security There are various types of locks that can be used on windows to secure them; Casement window lock Cockspur lock Dual screw Sash-window lock Sliding lock Stay bolts Transom lock See the Home Security section for more details on security or click on one of the links above.
Removing a felt roof Use a tool with a sharp blade, such as a wallpaper scraper or garden implement like a spade. Strip off the top two layers by damaging the bonded surface to allow the removal of sections. The lowest level of felt is normally nailed to the surface of the timber roof. You
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Blockboard Blockboard is often made from rectangular strips of softwood glued and bonded together under high pressure. These strips are then sandwiched between a wood veneer, such as birch. A single veneer on both sides is known as 3-ply. A double veneer on both sides is called 5-ply. Blockboard is only suitable for interior work,
IMPORTANT TREAT WITH CAUTION, THIS STAIN IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. Washable Fabrics Remove any excess, then sprinkle cornflour, talcum powder or fullers earth on to stain, allow to absorb as much of the paraffin as possible. Brush off, then use a commercial dry-cleaning solvent, after which wash as normal. Non Washable Fabrics Remove excess with a
Introduction When planning to install a shower the main considerations to take into account are the water pressure and the planning of the piping and drainage for the shower. Adjusting water pressure to suit your shower Ways of increasing the pressure: The cold water cistern can be lifted to a greater height (sometimes as little
Caution Electricity is dangerous and can be hazardous. In doubt? Call a qualified electrician. Installing a cooker hood SWITCH OFF ELECTRICITY AT THE MAINS BEFORE WORKING ON EXISTING CIRCUITS Firstly mount a fuse connection unit relatively close to the cooker hood, using a 3 amp fuse (see Fitting a Fused Connection Unit). If you wish
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Press Locking Bolt This type of lock is designed for sliding metal framed windows, such as patio doors. It has to be carefully fitted to the window channel to allow for a perfect fit when locking. The lock operates by depressing the button, and can only be released using a key. This is a useful
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