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    A question about fitting sash windows

    So hypothetically speaking, if one were to remake and replace some completely rotten, 40 year old timber sash windows - in their own private dwelling, would the window frames need to be painted on the outside where they sit into the opening?, do they need to be painted at all? Would bitumen...
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    Is there a secret to punching masonry nails?

    Stupid question I know, but is there a special technique for punching masonry nails below the surface of a skirting board - just enough to allow for filler. Does it need a really big punch and a lump hammer? Try as I might with a 20 oz Estwing and the biggest punch I've got, can't sink the nail...
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    Compatibility issues using precat primer

    Looking for a little advice here. Big job in mostly MDF which is to be painted in a farrow & ball colour. There will be a lot of painting involved, in the hope of speeding it up, I am considering spraying the job with precatilysed primer for ease of application and speed of drying, and also in...
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    What's a reasonable price for this job?

    Hi guys, Can you help me with a price check for a wardrobe as drawings? Face frame, moldings and drawers made from poplar, carcase bb ply, raised door panels mdf. Back mdf. Drawer runners full extension BB side mounted. Job will be painted and fitted. Just looking for a ball park figure...
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    VW Transporter T5 lwb

    I need to replace my T4 with a newer van so I'm leaning towards a T5, the only thing is I've heard a lot of stories about the gearbox, clutch and dual mass flywheel going at around 100k. Any of you guys driving T5's? Any problems? What's a good alternative other than a Hiace?
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    Websites and promoting your business

    I didn't see a forum for Business or Marketing, so please excuse me if I've put this in the wrong place. Just wondered if anyone here has a website and if so, how successful is it for helping your business? I have recently done my own with register365 (you've probably seen their ads on the...
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    Pivoting drawer hardware

    Hello everyone, Just signed up, at this point I have a fairly good idea of what I'm doing, but have a question regarding hardware for a pivoting drawer. An unusual request I know, I would be grateful if anyone who has done this before could give me some guidance. Are knife hinges the way to...
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