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  1. Lou

    Using a bathroom fan and timer switch that both require "power first"? Electrical Advice

    Using a bathroom fan and timer switch that both require "power first"? Discussion ThreadUsing a bathroom fan and timer switch that both require "power first"? Electrical Advice This is all new electrical, in a house that was stripped down to the studs. I am using the following vent/fan/light...
  2. J

    Is that right to add inhibitor in boiler filter? Discussion Thread

    Is that right to add inhibitor in boiler filter? Discussion Thread I had an engineer today added inhibitor in the boiler filter via Magnaclean when he did the boiler service after taking off the filter. But before the engineers all added inhibitor in the radiators, and I searched online that...
  3. Lou

    Is an eicr still valid if company that carried it out goes into liquidation Electrical Advice

    Is an eicr still valid if company that carried it out goes into liquidation Discussion ThreadIs an eicr still valid if company that carried it out goes into liquidation Electrical Advice Hi all Quick question, is an eicr still valid if the company that carried it out goes under. Is an eicr...
  4. Lou

    Is Panel Angle REALLY That Big of a Deal? 🤔 (My Installers Were Pretty Relaxed...) Electrical Advice

    Is Panel Angle REALLY That Big of a Deal? 🤔 (My Installers Were Pretty Relaxed...) Discussion ThreadIs Panel Angle REALLY That Big of a Deal? 🤔 (My Installers Were Pretty Relaxed...) Electrical Advice So we just had our solar panels installed last week – super exciting! 🎉 But one thing that's...
  5. Lou

    I have two wires i want to connect. A plug with green and brown wire and a bulb socket that has a black and red wire, which colors do i connect ? Elec

    I have two wires i want to connect. A plug with green and brown wire and a bulb socket that has a black and red wire, which colors do i connect ? Discussion ThreadI have two wires i want to connect. A plug with green and brown wire and a bulb socket that has a black and red wire, which colors do...
  6. Lou

    Day 3 - So what's that bit for? Electrical Advice

    Day 3 - So what's that bit for? Discussion ThreadDay 3 - So what's that bit for? Electrical Advice Well, this wasn't going to be my day 3 subject but today has been a long day and time is short. At power stations electricity is generated at one voltage then stepped up for distribution. The...
  7. D

    Name That Training "Provider" Scam - Share to help the cause Discussion Thread

    Name That Training "Provider" Scam - Share to help the cause Discussion Thread We haven't had many of those training provider scammers posted about on the forums. They must still be knocking around. We're now not hosted on a .co.uk or in the UK and our head office isn't in the UK either. So...
  8. N

    Shower drain cover - can I get something that will fit? Discussion Thread

    Shower drain cover - can I get something that will fit? Discussion Thread The drain cover in my shower cubicle is flaking and discoloured. I was hoping to remove the centre section and replace it with one of those slightly-domed covers, concealing the outer ring. Unfortunately it seems they all...
  9. N

    First post that is required to maintain account Discussion Thread

    First post that is required to maintain account Discussion Thread Hi Newbie here just wanting to learn from everyone here Thanks First post that is required to maintain account for the original thread on Plumbers Forums
  10. Lou

    Does anyone have NVQ level 3 portfolio samples or any guide in relation to that? Electrical Advice

    Does anyone have NVQ level 3 portfolio samples or any guide in relation to that? Discussion ThreadDoes anyone have NVQ level 3 portfolio samples or any guide in relation to that? Electrical Advice Can anyone help me with this? Does anyone have NVQ level 3 portfolio samples or any guide in...
  11. AliGage

    Rustic 10x10cm Kitchen Splash-back that is Huge!

    Biggest splashback I've ever done, and in unrectified, rustic 10x10s!
  12. A

    UK Tiling a wall that isn’t flat.

    Hi, first time posting. I’m in the middle of tiling my own bathroom, first time having a go at it. After doing a half wall and the first wall of the corner shower I’ve made a few mistakes but figured it out as I’ve gone. Before starting the other shower wall I thought best to check the wall...
  13. M

    Best grout and Silicon that money can buy

    I'm getting some repair work done in a bathroom covered by my home insurance, they are picking up the costs and have asked me exactly which brand and type of grout and Silicon I want. Seeing as they're covering the cost, I want to pick what is the best grout and Silicon (within reason) that...
  14. Cathy2023

    Porcelain Strange shadow that looked like damp but isn,t

    Hi, I recently had a new shower installed with a gloss glazed porcelain tile which subsequently developed a dark band of shadow along the bottom at the back is if it were damp behind. We removed the Silicon and let it return to the normal colour and resealed. The shadow has returned so we...
  15. Slippery

    I hate that mosaic mesh!!

    I fixed some mosaic the other day, long, thin strips in a 300x300 mesh cut in to two, and used the sticky mosaic mesh to build it out, two layers. Well, took a long time and I struggled like hell with them and it still showed the joints when I grouted! (I am very picky, the customer probably...
  16. H

    Advice on Tiling work that has been done please.

    Good afternoon, I am after some opinions on some recent tiling work I have had done, there are a few aspects of the work that I am not happy with. Firstly, the wall tiles that have been used are ceramic and where they have been cut, this has caused splinters, which look like the glaze has been...
  17. L

    Tiles that have removed the screed when removing the tiles

    Hi all I hope you are well. After a bit of advice. I am installing some plumbing under the floor in a kitchen which is getting re done. I did to the client I would take the tiles up do I can run my pipes etc. Any how, half the kitchen is 12mm plywood screwed down every 100 on to floorboards. I...
  18. FreddieGardiner

    How do I know that I got the right electrician?

    I want the wiring that powers my house to be appropriately buried under tiles. So, I am considering hiring this emergency electrician Bristol wide. It’s my first time hiring one. How do I know that I got the right expert for my needs? Emergency Electrician Bristol - Hire The Experts -...
  19. I

    floor that is constructed with OSB. Can I tile it?

    Hi Everyone, I've got a floor that is constructed with OSB. The construction is very rigid and solid. I also have a large number of old tomettes (natural clay, unglazed) that I would like to use on the floor. Any advise on laying, adhesives etc. would be gratefully received.
  20. L

    help with siliconing a shower floor

    Hi guys my name is Lauren, I really need some hard to get advice and my tiling experience is limited. The floor in my grandmother's shower in an old second story bathroom is a bit flexible and the sealant has worn out around the shower floor on the inside. I'm hoping to seal that back up quickly...

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