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  1. Special waste here.. https://www.villeroy-boch.hu/bathroom-and-wellness/products/Universal-accessories-ViFlow-concealed-overflow-922377.html
  2. Concealed overflow. Think you can use same on counter top basins with syphon tube hidden in wall or adjacent cabinet..
  3. Apparently Fusion 360 will load 2d and 3d DWG files and it's free for home users. It has a tape measure function you can use to measure any distances that don't have dimensions specified.
  4. Class A (Extensions) apply to the original house but I don't see that condition in class D Porches.. http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2015/596/schedule/2/part/1/crossheading/class-d-porches/made
  5. What matters is the distance between your foundations and any neighbouring building (not the boundary). And the depth of your foundations. Google "Guide to party wall act". It has diagrams that explain the depth Vs distance issue.
  6. I don't think a dwg file contains the units. This can cause some cad programs to load objects at the wrong scale. https://communities.bentley.com/products/microstation/w/microstation__wiki/13875/dwg-file-is-opening-with-the-wrong-units Should be possible to guess.
  7. What would the correct situation be for that type of hanger?
  8. From this thread... https://forum.buildhub.org.uk/topic/1970-migration-of-plasticizers-from-pvc-cables/ comes.. https://www.voltimum.co.uk/articles/q-day-are-pvc-cables-still-damaged
  9. Sorry I think I double posted. Bit fiddly this phone.
  10. Metal is ok. Don't know about polybutylene pipe. When I was developing electronic products we used polyethylene bags to keep mains leads away from EPS packaging until that was replaced by cardboard.
  11. PVC covered wire should not be in contact with EPS. Has caused at least one fire... https://www.esfrs.org/black-museum/all-the-black-museum-cases/pvc-cable-insulation-and-polystyrene-insulation/
  12. My understanding is that 6242B has improved fire performance (low smoke) compared to 6242Y. I believe that means they can't use PVC for the insulation but I don't know if the insulation they do use means it's ok to put in contact with EPS.
  13. I think I would go with your first idea which was to merge the two IC into one (if the angles of the branches work out ok, you want to avoid bends between bottom of stack and IC).
  14. The iron oak reaction is pretty strong. I once left a chisel on some oak while I had lunch. Came back to find the oak stained. I'm using Osmo UV protection oil on exterior oak over danish oil but I don't know if it's food grade.
  15. I believe it is possible to offer a modified scheme to the inspector but not an entirely new one. I know planning inspectors can approve some applications "in part". (Eg 3 wind turbines instead of 6). I think all documents sent to the appeal officer are copied to other parties by his secretary's but it would be polite to send the planners a copy yourself.
  16. http://www.icopal.co.uk/Products/Structural_Waterproofing/Damp_Proof_Course/DPC_Installation_SiteWork/DPC_Installation.aspx Quote All joints between lengths of damp proof course must be by overlapping the DPC a minimum of 100mm and must be sealed using Xtra-Load DPC Jointing Tape.
  17. I don't see any issue overlapping the DPC in sections. It's frequently done at the corners of buildings and when a roll runs out.
  18. We spent a year with the planners telling us that it had to be a small house right at the front of the plot. Then we discovered they had told a previous owner in writing that "a larger house further back on the plot might be better".
  19. +1 The rule is with mixed supply the lot should be charged at the lowest applicable rate. This is in VAT 708 Labor is zero rated on a new build so materials on same invoice should be as well. On a conversion labor is 5% rated and materials on same invoice should also be 5% rated and that 5% can be reclaimed. Stupidly complicated system.
  20. They seem to be on the list here https://www.ada.org.uk/member_type/local-authorities/
  21. Was the council a consultee when your planning application went in? Was the need to discharge mentioned in the spplication. If so I would write back to whoever asked for confirmation staring that "The LLFA is Cheshire West & Chester Borough Council who were a consultee during the planning process and raised no objections, comments or conditions". It they weren't consulted I would send the council details of your plans and PP by recorded delivery asking for approval. In the covering letter tell you comply with EA guidance will assume you have their approval if they raise no objection by some date (say two weeks time?). Suggest they ask for more time if they need it.
  22. If the seller has started development can you still claim the CIL self build exemption (which has to be claimed before work starts on site)? I forget if someone has already found the answer to this.
  23. Many of you will have heard of Goop, a liquid you put in tyres to automatically seal holes/punctures. Well it seems there is a similar tech for sealing houses... If you know why sealing is important skip to 2:21..
  24. What soil type? Removing a tree can also cause foundation problems. Take proper advice before doing anything.
  25. Usually there is some makers info and model numbers printed on the grey plastic somewhere but could be the side facing the wall :-(
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