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I once had a neighbour who used a plastic grid filled with stones/gravel as a shed base. No idea how long lasting it was as we both moved not long after. I do remember that it was pretty idiot proof to do. He managed both base and shed in just over a morning. I have no idea where he got it from but I am sure there are probably kits available.

Excellent. Thanks for the links.

Ah sorry. When I spotted this http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-40188414 I assumed it was new tech. Either way it looks rather nice.

https://www.sunamp.com/ Just seen the above. It looks like a rather nice development. I have no idea of the costs involved but imagine they will be competitive with grid supplied electricity at least.

Does it have to be a real flame? Some of the LCD fires are quite smart.

How about having your "stained" window design printed onto a plastic film you can then stick to a normal window. It might be easier for you to source where you are and also gives the opportunity to easily change it if you want a different design at a later stage.

Hi, I came across Hwam stoves a while ago. They have a wireless temperature sensor that can be used to automatically control the stove output. You can see them at www.hwam.com. I have no experience of the stoves apart from reading about them on the web.

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Hi JSH have you considered using garden pond liner? Should be both cheap and easy to get and will be easy to revert to what you already have if you change your mind in the water feature.