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How to paint balustrade?
Hi all, a carpenter recently completed a new deck for us, and fixed up the balustrade at the same time (some sections were rotting). As a result it’s a mix of new and old materials and smooth/rough surfaces, so I’m trying to work out the best way to tackle the job of prepping and painting it to get a consistent finish. In…
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How to anchor furniture to the wall to prevent tipping?
Hi all, I need to secure a large bookshelf to our living room wall - which is plasterboard - to prevent it tipping over if a child climbs on it. It's the Kallax 182x182cm bookshelf from Ikea which is quite heavy - about 80kg. Once you take our skirting boards into account, the back of the shelf sits 3cm from the wall. I…
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Options for downpipes that have no drains
Hi all, seeking some guidance on whether there is a DIY solution to be had here, or whether I'll need to call in a plumber or soakwell installer. Our house is a basic rectangle and has six downpipes - one on each corner, plus another two roughly in the middle of each long side. Unfortunately only two of these downpipes…
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How to connect hot water hose from washing machine to tap?
Hi all. I’ve moved into a new house and attempting to connect up my Fisher & Paykel Washsmart washing machine. Cold tap under sink - no problem. Hot tap - problem. The hose end is roughly 25mm which I think is pretty standard; the tap is 20mm. I can see the previous owners have used thread seal tape and some kind of other…
