David Beecroft

Thank you for responding. The porch is an addition to the exterior of the building and has an external grade door between it and the interior hallway, so I guess the I would consider it to be outside the building envelope. Would I expect the correct window straps to be supplied by the window fabricator?

Hi everyone, Simple question, how do I install a upvc window unit into a steel frame? What fixings do I need to use? Any polite advice appreciated. Thanks, David

Thanks, I’ve been out of the game for a few years. I’m sure a few things have changed in the meantime , building regs, materials, technology etc. We’re always learning.

Hi everyone, I'm David I'm about to embark on a new renovation project. The property is a 1960's school janitors bungalow. Its brick and block construction with well proportioned rooms. At present it's still sporting the original flat roof, mostly original internal joinery. The electrics and plumbing appear to have been updated. The plan is to build a pitched roof , hopefully with integrated PV units and renew all the internal 2nd fix joinery. My history is having renovated several properties over the years while living in them. In 2006 I did a selfbuild chalet bungalow in which we still live. By joining the forum I'm hoping to pick the brains of you all regarding best places to purchase materials. At the same time if I can contribute to the pool of knowledge and wisdom I'll be pleased to do so. Looking forward to getting involved. David