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Best Source for Rockwool
Tennentslager replied to Ferdinand's topic in General Self Build & DIY Discussion
Gumtree for me...£8 per roll- 8 replies
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Lots of Odds and Ends and decisions to make.
Tennentslager commented on TheMitchells's blog entry in Scooby Cottage renovation.
Well done, that's a big job you have taken on and admirable spirit and attitude too. Good luck with the progress? -
Itching to get finished...
Tennentslager commented on Crofter's blog entry in Wee Hoose on the Croft
Happy days, nice to hear about the progress? Doing the cladding is rewarding as it goes on so quickly. I didn't get worked up about keeping the bottom line straight, instead left the boards a little long and then screwed on a horizontal batten and ran the circular saw to make a nice trim edge. You'll have to post some pics... -
Toilets- S traps, P traps, holes in the floor...
Tennentslager replied to Crofter's topic in Waste & Sewerage
There will be plenty room? I'd buy the bathroom kit/WC and dry fit before you cut a hole in the floor. Easy peasey that way ? If you put one of these in a vertical pipe you have height adjustment for final floor level. The trick is to get the ceramic fully/mostly in the rubber fins but still get the WC to touch the wall. http://www.toolstation.com/shop/p37429?table=no -
I need plumbing help for my aquarium
Tennentslager replied to ThelmaECorum's topic in General Plumbing
BTW 100 gallons of water weights 450kg. Or, the weight of 4 big 17 stone men...it will be very heavy! Be careful that wherever you put it, it can be well supported. Think both cabinet or unit and the floor it's sitting on. -
I need plumbing help for my aquarium
Tennentslager replied to ThelmaECorum's topic in General Plumbing
You might get more expert advice here http://forum.practicalfishkeeping.co.uk Or here http://www.tropicalfishforums.co.uk Good luck with the little fishes! -
Toilets- S traps, P traps, holes in the floor...
Tennentslager replied to Crofter's topic in Waste & Sewerage
I'm sure Nick will advise but I used one of these http://www.screwfix.com/p/mcalpine-wc-f26r-flexible-wc-pan-connector-white-97-107mm/71219 This meant I could attach the waste to both the pan and the pipe (with the pan angled to the side to get access) them wriggle it into place. It also means it's a bit more forgiving as you don't have to get the rigid soil pipe dead on. -
Toilets- S traps, P traps, holes in the floor...
Tennentslager replied to Crofter's topic in Waste & Sewerage
Google Back to wall toilet with cistern http://www.bathshop321.com/tilly-back-to-wall-close-coupled-wc-toilet-with-cistern/?gclid=CjwKEAjwjqO_BRDribyJpc_mzHgSJABdnsFW_RIrOjCxJLejr26hTe3hM185j9sk3h_cs2YxiXafJRoCK-3w_wcB -
Toilets- S traps, P traps, holes in the floor...
Tennentslager replied to Crofter's topic in Waste & Sewerage
Buy a back to the wall WC and hide it all. Not much more cash and easy to clean http://www.wholesaledomestic.com/bathroom-suites/toilets/back-to-wall-toilets -
Had a few days off so doing the prep for the shed...managed a lick of paint in the loo too Doesn't look like much but tackled a jungle of bush with a friend's Lidl petrol strimmer Job done ? Update Tried the Glasgow Barras (flea market) for three items I wanted for the hut. An hour of raking through junk and found nothing other than a big teapot...but without its lid. Headed over to the west end dissatisfied but looking forward to a spicy curry from Mother India Cafe as compensation. One curry tapas medley later and thought I'd try some of the trendy second hand/antique shops in the area. Bingo Bango in the first shop. All three things on the list...30 squids! We got a catering teapot ( for heating water for washing up on the stove) a brass and copper coal scuttle and a nice toast fork...and I made a nice picture for you lot to look at since the forum is quiet.???
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Scottish parliament Committee 'expert' opinion
Tennentslager replied to jamiehamy's topic in Environmental Building Politics
Hey sensus old chap, Stop calling people stupid idiots, it's not a nice attitude. -
If it's painted over and brittle this might not work but I'd mix some wallpaper paste and brush it in behind where it's lifting. Give it 10 minutes to get soft and push the excess paste out towards the edge with a damp cloth. Keep rinsing the cloth to keep it clean and the wall clear of paste.?
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My floating home, More 4 Thursday's
Tennentslager replied to ProDave's topic in Property TV Programmes
Opening old canals is a good thing...but expensive See https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Millennium_Link Culverts were expanded and loads of new bridges built when they did the Forth and Clyde and Union canal link...and of course the Falkirk Wheel After a lot of questionable capital funding from the Lottery, this project got huge public acclaim 16 years later you can see why. Great pump primer for everything from cycle paths to waterside development. Previously it was a dark contaminated drinking den...at least in Maryhill.??? -
Instructions on mine said just rest it on the shower tray and fix the support arm and wall frame. Mine has three grub screws on the wall fixing Then silicone the panel / shower tray gap on the outside edge. Been there 2 years no problem
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Nice images. I like the roofline at the back, very neat. well done so far!
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Hi Gillian and welcome from me too? Is a 'boiler of some age' a polite way of avoiding saying you've got and old boiler??
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Crane insurance, windows insurance for window lift???
Tennentslager replied to oranjeboom's topic in Self Build Insurance
Or if you can get 32 people it will be easy peasey...but you will need them to be able to listen and react as a team @recoveringacademic will explain It's why a platoon of mortarmen can pick up a Landover and hide it around the corner without breaking sweat Ask me how I know? -
This is what I've got. No moving parts and easy for me to clean as no one else on this house knows how to do it? Don't get me started on cleaning the shower tray, teenage daughters and over use of hair conditioner=dangerous slippery floor. Not too pricey http://www.wholesaledomestic.com/8mm-glass-wet-room-screen-1000#.V8805iPTXqA
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Underground serve separation
Tennentslager replied to worldwidewebs's topic in General Self Build & DIY Discussion
Any good? https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=http://www.njug.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/V1-Positioning-Colour-Coding-Issue-8.pdf&ved=0ahUKEwjFwrfUmfrOAhXWFsAKHfC6BRQQFggkMAI&usg=AFQjCNFhzY5fDIDEo-f-Sz3OF0NYGinxqg&sig2=z_13syNdkUh07MYp1niIug -
Let's see a pic then Peter...
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Do you ever feel like giving up
Tennentslager replied to Vijay's topic in General Self Build & DIY Discussion
You have probably achieved loads but as there's still much to do all the focus is looking forward towards what has still to be done. In the void now of having almost finished I'm lost at times for a task to keep busy. It does give time for reflection. I bet you have made great progress but you can't see the value so far. Time off is a good idea but for me I need a busy break. Just booked a three city tour across eastern Europe with cheap flights and trains. No time to worry, travel, beer, eat repeat . Best wishes! -
Hi Ferdi, Thought you were in Melbourne enjoying the southern spring? None the less, nice to hear from you, please send some pics of the beach volleyball?
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Big day tomorrow...
Tennentslager replied to worldwidewebs's topic in General Self Build & DIY Discussion
Let the fun begin! On a Friday too? -
http://www.screwfix.com/p/stanley-heavy-duty-staple-gun/62930?kpid=KINASEKPID&cm_mmc=GoogleLocal-_-Datafeed-_-Tools&cm_mmc=Google-_-Product Listing Ads-_-Sales Tracking-_-sales tracking url&gclid=CjwKEAjwuo--BRDDws3x65LL7h8SJABEDuFRh9rjlhrKrVedZpUDLZT1glqLQPyzm0ZUWSDqrvc-5xoC1tTw_wcB One staple every 400mm or so. ..bingo bango even on the roof!
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I'd keep the glass wool in its wrapper as much as possible Cut it outside and staple it in sections. I.e. have your insulation board cut and ready for a section then staple in the glass wool and get it covered up quickly. This will keep the fibres down. Plus one to a cool shower...
