CalvinHobbes
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An elderly relative has been visiting and somewhat embarrassed has told me they lifted the little drain cover out of the sink and dropped their teeth down! It was a small run of a few teeth. I need to get into the drain. How?c Do I need to remove it all? I have plumbing tools.
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Is the function of a skirting board also to take the knocks? If you don't have one, after a year does it not look....scuffy?
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What do you LOVE about the lighting in your house?
CalvinHobbes replied to WWilts's topic in Lighting
Just been watching a programme in which the suggest using long pendant lights in a corner and avoiding spots everywhere. -
Yikes, think they might be rather mad at me for that and I would be thrown off the course before the big day in April.! I can however give an outline of it and stuff they point you to that are available. To be frank the first thing is I got an understanding of the procedure that is followed by for example the architects. You all probably know it but this for example... file:///C:/Users/pc/Downloads/2020RIBAPlanofWorktemplatepdf.pdf Just in from work so haven't seen past the three hours yet but so far it's gone over.. Procurement options Building Regs Cost Control Designer’s role and responsibility
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Hey @Kingostar, your site looks stunning. Planning here can take a while. I suspect we may be running on the same time frame for our builds. @Iceverge you said you wouldn't do a cement floor again, why is that?
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Homeless soon. Any tips?
CalvinHobbes replied to patp's topic in General Self Build & DIY Discussion
patp you both sound amazing. Good on ye. As long as you know the charities are there for you emotionally if you need it. I really wish you the best. -
Demolishing these cottages but what about the wires?
CalvinHobbes replied to CalvinHobbes's topic in Demolition
Yay, stunned one thing may not cost an arm and a leg. Thanks.? -
Demolishing these cottages but what about the wires?
CalvinHobbes replied to CalvinHobbes's topic in Demolition
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Any thoughts? The wires, I see three....they dissect the site. I wonder could they be buried? Also there are three wires going from poles on street front to back. Front one takes 2 wires to cottage. I fancy 3 phase.
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Integrated / built in dishwasher
CalvinHobbes replied to Pocster's topic in General Self Build & DIY Discussion
Lol I have a bosch but since I heard or rather didn't hear a really quiet one in a very luxurious apartment in luxemborg, all my appliances sound really noisy. With you re the wine.. -
Integrated / built in dishwasher
CalvinHobbes replied to Pocster's topic in General Self Build & DIY Discussion
At this stage, more interested in how noisy or quiet they are when running. Huge differences. -
Homeless soon. Any tips?
CalvinHobbes replied to patp's topic in General Self Build & DIY Discussion
In our area there is the pink ladies charity that is really helpful with helping out with situations like this. Is there a charity locally to you that would help? Even to help organise re what you would need to get in. They might be able to call in a few favours for you. People are good given half a chance. -
Hopefully will be starting in March but have been clearing trees/hedges. I 1)so that birds won't nest in them and it would be carnage if I don't 2)To save money, I can get rid of a lot with my wee trailer - guy at recycling has already said I have done a good job of filling a huge skip. The digger will obviously get the roots. So far have been using a bow saw but so much still to do, was tempted to get this..https://www.screwfix.com/p/titan-ttl759chn-40cm-40cc-petrol-chainsaw/995fh Obviously will get the safety trouses and gloves. Got goggles so figured I would just need a safety helmet. Need one anyway for the self build. Which colour? Blue for inexperienced or white because I will likely have to project manage?
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What do you think of this? https://www.sms-plc.com/insights/blogs-news/what-does-the-3-phase-smart-meter-mean-for-the-smart-energy-revolution/
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Well that got your attention. ? TBH this is a question just about the birds. We have quite a few hedges and a few trees in a property due to be cleared as a site in March. I was thinking of removing as much vegetation on the surface to deter birds from nesting. I don't want the digger ripping through nests. Any tips?
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Combi, Storage Combi or electric shower?
CalvinHobbes replied to Rachieble's topic in Boilers & Hot Water Tanks
Yikes so do we need 3 phase electric? I think it runs past our house. It wouldn't be far to take it in. We will be doing a new build with 4 electric showers. Going for passive standard. -
It looks brilliant, well done.
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Mica has led to apparent defects in building blocks
CalvinHobbes replied to Gus Potter's topic in Brick & Block
The mica effected blocks were sold not just in the republic, in many counties not just Donegal but apparently were supplied to another firm for selling on in the North during the celtic tiger. Look up 100% Redress and follow the facebook link. -
Mica has led to apparent defects in building blocks
CalvinHobbes replied to Gus Potter's topic in Brick & Block
YES, they did in all likelihood go to the UK because they were exported through Foyle port . There are numerous buildings in Northern Ireland that have the tell tale signs especially in Derry.
