REMOVING A RADIATOR

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Tools required :- Radiator bleed key, adjustable spanner, 2 pairs of gland/waterpump pliers, water collection tray/container and a supply of old towels or cloths. Before removing a radiator, switch off the heating system and allow enough time for the water to cool down. Have a radiator bleed key (fig 1), plenty of old towels/absorbent cloths and a container/tray for water collection to hand. The water and sludge that can come out of a radiator can stain and ruin floors and carpets so planning ahead is highly recommended. Close both radiator valves at each end of the radiator, one … [Read more...]

PLANNING THE JOB

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The first thing to consider when undertaking any DIY project is:- Am I confident and capable of carrying out the task?       Be honest with yourself as the wrath incurred from your spouse/partner when the project is only half complete and the family home resembles a building site is not to be taken lightly. Planning and designing the project no matter how small can save you a lot of time, frustration and money. First of all whatever the project, decide how much of the work is being done by yourself. There may be a socket outlet/light switch that requires replacement or … [Read more...]

FITTING A NEW KITCHEN – 3 Preparation

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The first step towards fitting your new kitchen is removing the old one. Wear the appropriate safety equipment, gloves, goggles, etc. Remove all the doors, drawers and shelves first, then remove any screws that are fixing the worktop(s) to the base units. If the worktop edges are under tiles you may have to remove some, if not all of them to 'free up' the worktop. Some old kitchens have the worktop glued to the base units so the only removal solution may be a lump hammer and crowbar. The units themselves should be relatively easy to remove and come apart fairly easily, especially with … [Read more...]