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Rekeying 5 lever mortice locks

Hi all, I have just fitted two Wickes 5 lever mortice locks to my new shed. They both have different keys, but I would like them to both work on 1 key only. How do I rekey 1 of the locks to match the...

jb190281

Replacing kitchen floor

I currently have tiles on the kitchen floor, which have been there for years (probably ages before we moved in), and I dont really like them. Is it possible to stick adhesive vinyl tiles on top of...

Thenorths

Any quarrys near Epsom?

Is there any quarrys near Epsom that you can purchase DTp1 sub granular base? Basically just want to buy it as cheap as possible from somewhere Any help would be great! Thanks...

rattylucy

Would it be best to lay new lino onto a concrete floor or could i just lay it on top of current lino

I've just taken up the carpet tiles out of my bathroom and found the old lino underneath. It appears to be in fair condition just has sticky marks where the carpet tiles were stuck down, I've lifted...

nonomaybe

superglue - or not!!

the handle of my favourite mug has come away from the body. My experience with superglues has not been too good.Can anyone suggest an effective glue that will hold both parts together when hot and...

codswallop

No water

All the taps in my house both hot and cold are working ok except the cold tap in the bath,which has suddenly stopped working.I even took a chance and removed the tap from its body,but still no flow of...

curlyperm11

SECURITY TAG

Hi didnt know where to put this Q - so i thought here is as good as any. Came out of Matalan earlier and then when i got home - the jumper i had bought still has the plastic security tag attatched and...

carron81

Adhesive Floor Tiles

Hi What are your opinions on these? I'm going to do the bathroom up and was wondering what the sticky on floor tiles are like. Seen some on the B&Q website and tempted to order Under our flooriing...

TrudyTrudy

Covers for hinge on upvc patio doors

Hi, can anyone tell where I can buy a cover for the hinge on my upvc patio door - I just noticed it was missing this weekend. Sorry, but I don't know what it is called it just kinda fits over the bare...

lindylou16

Light bulbs

What is the difference in 240v bulb and a 230v bulb both 50watt The both work and look the same brightness too me. Is there a danger

boswell8228

best sealant for garden fence.

Having recently had a new fence erected of rough sawn (ready treated against rot) wooden slats, I would now like to protect this from the heat of the summer sun, so that it will not warp at all over...

sphinxy

electric trip switch keeps tripping

Hi can any body help the trip switch for all the sockets in my home tripped out yesterday at around about 2 pm unplugged all sockets and turned off all sockets then re set switch then replaced plugged...

catcuddler

sticky marks on carpet

i have a few sticky marks on my carpet which i suspect may be blu tack i've tried carpet cleaners which haven't helped does anyone know of a good way to get rid of them? TIA...

coriander2

Hard to push toilet button

The button on the top of the toilet is very hard to push to make the toilet flush.It works eventually after a lot of pressure. Does anyone know how this can be fixed please?

carlton23

Bench Grinding Wheel

Until now I haven`t thought to ask about the above, but several years ago I bought a grinding wheel from Aldi`s and it`s pretty useless so far as power goes, and I am wondering if there is something...

lindylou16

Radiators

Is it possible to fit a 1600 radiator where a 1700 radiator was without cutting the existing pipework.

curlyperm11

best glue for drawers

any advice please - got a chest of drawers and due to overstuffing and general bish bashing about they have all but fallen apart - now they are made basically out of chipwood with white plastic type...

denak1

paint removal

I have just moved into a property where all the woodwork is painted dark brown. It's paint not varnish. What is quickest easiest way to remove it. I have started to sand it down but how much do I need...

lake420

Scantronic 500r+ alarm

How can I replace the battery in the main unit. Any help appreciated.

foxyferret

Replacing timer for central heating

I want to replace the Danfoss Randall 103 on my mothers oil central heating system with a more up to date, easier to see and use digital one. My mother cannot see the dial very well on the old one and...

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