REPLACING A 13 AMP SOCKET OUTLET

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Tools required :- Electricians test lamps, medium straight screwdriver, side cutters (snips), wire strippers, pliers and a sharp knife.               Replacing a damaged or faulty socket outlet should be a fairly straightforward task, but if you aren't completely confident in your ability then you should use the services of a qualified electrician. You must switch off the consumer unit and remove the appropriate circuit fuse / miniature circuit breaker, this reduces the risk of electrocution should the consumer unit be switched … [Read more...]

WHICH TOOL DO I BUY – DEWALT – BOSCH – MAKITA?

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Fortunately tools for DIY projects have become more affordable and there is a wide range available, when you purchase tools for a DIY project you obviously have to consider your budget but in my experience you "only get what you pay for", that said you can get some very good deals when the sales are on and keep a lookout for promotional days at tool shops, I recently picked up an 18volt battery drill, a very good quality laser level, battery handlamp and 1hr charger including a protective carry case all made by Dewalt for £240, and considering the laser level bought separately would have cost … [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...]