Mr Punter
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The long radius horizontal is a no-no. There are no inspection chambers. Why not take the pipework outside from the bathroom and run around the building? That way you can add proper access for inspection and rodding.
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Sunny Boy SB3.0-1AV-40 continually rebooting
Mr Punter replied to Ultima357's topic in Photovoltaics (PV)
I think they meant MWh. -
Dormer Flat Cold Roof Ventilation
Mr Punter replied to shbrooks's topic in Lofts, Dormers & Loft Conversions
Not an answer but you could clad the dormer in lead which could be cheaper as more people can do it. -
Bodged expansion gap, how to mitigate?
Mr Punter replied to Jolo's topic in Wood & Laminate Flooring
I have not seen the springs before. Mostly I see temporary packers that are removed once the floor is down. My preferred solution is to remove the skirtings, trim the bottom of door linings, fit floor, refit skirtings. -
Did you use it in accordance with any of their published solutions? It looks like they want you to use at least 2 of their products. Mostly they show new construction with some of the product fitted from outside. The refurb solution PF276 is probably the nearest to what you have and I can't see how the extra inboard layer of product would keep the Hybris any cooler. Let them know that you are disappointed and see what they come up with.
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Are they Redland 49? Take one off and along to a roofing supplier to match.
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Can you speak to the plasterer and see what they like to use? I thought you would just have angle beads and maybe mastic where the render meets the ali frame.
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Yes, closed v open cell seems to mean waterproof / not waterproof but there is no easy way of telling, unless they say so.
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Architects have messed up. Next steps?
Mr Punter replied to flanagaj's topic in General Self Build & DIY Discussion
I once bought a tight plot with consent for a new house. The consented scheme just would not fit, no matter which way it was shifted. We went back to planning with a revised scheme. -
Are you using closed cell foam? Some expanding foams seem to act like a sponge.
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Architects have messed up. Next steps?
Mr Punter replied to flanagaj's topic in General Self Build & DIY Discussion
The drawing does not show the hedge. Can you overlay the topo you had done? It would be useful if it included the kerbs, telegraph poles, inspection chamber covers and any other fixed points, so there is something to reference. Measuring to the middle of a straggly hedge will probably not help much. -
New SVP connection on existing cast iron system
Mr Punter replied to JamesFarrell's topic in Waste & Sewerage
I have never seen one of these before, but an old school plumber probably has. If you can unbolt the plate / flange thing you may be able to modify it to connect to the WC. You may want to look at using 82mm pipe. -
You can add batteries but I don't see the point for you. The pool can store a fair amount of energy.
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There should be a switch somewhere nearby but you will need a sparky. Your wiring looks old and may not have the same level of protection as more up-to-date installs.
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Yes you could probably put 3 PV panels on that. There are DIY kits around.
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Pebbles/chippings around the wall?
Mr Punter replied to LLL's topic in Landscaping, Decking & Patios
Don't make the finish level too high. Leave it so there is still a brick exposed under the air brick. I doubt you will have space for your proposed materials. You could just have weed membrane and shingle. -
Extension and Keep Upper Bay Window
Mr Punter replied to plasteredric's topic in House Extensions & Conservatories
It may be possible but could look rather dire. -
Lift and re-stick the unstuck edges, sand down any lumps and reline the whole wall before painting. If you strip paper on an old wall there is a chance of taking off a load of powdery plaster and before you know it you are rebuilding the foundations!
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Stud wall directly onto floor joists or floorboards?
Mr Punter replied to Jord's topic in General Joinery
Can you just add timber to the side of the existing joist with some timber screws to make it wider? Hopefully a chippy will comment more usefully. -
I am no expert but I don't think you get PD rights until the main building is finished.
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Stud wall directly onto floor joists or floorboards?
Mr Punter replied to Jord's topic in General Joinery
Fix via floorboards and noggins where needed. -
Which house cladding option
Mr Punter replied to Amateur bob's topic in New House & Self Build Design
I would go white or light grey. Needs properly coating but even so you will be up there every 6 years to redo. How did you sort out your downpipes in the end?
