Give the metal part of the valve a few sharp taps with a hammer. That's what I've done with 2 sticking TRVs and it worked.
Thank you. That explains why I have seen both measurements quoted.
When checking the head of water, do I measure from the the shower head to the suface of the water in the cold water storage tank or to the base of...
I bought a McGreggor cordless strimmer (with 2 x 18V batteries) from Argos 3 year ago. It works just fine for light strimming (mine is mostly lawn...
Just wanted to thank you Astramax for your water-based paint recommendation. I was back at my daughter's house today, this time using the Crown...
Managed to find a much better handle at Wolseley (Plumb Center). The plastic sleeve is tapered to form a snug fit around the shaft. Still a bit...
Thanks. I've just inspected the old handle. The shaft inside the plastic sleeve is round section and a reasonably good fit in the plastic...
After 30+ years, the chrome handle on my toilet cistern snapped in two. I searched our host's site for a replacement but was put off by quite a...
Willy, I had the situation you described when the sacrificial anode in the hot water cylinder disintegrated and its rubber washers (like rubber...
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No. Sky hooks are MUCH longer. ;)
That was my thought but for the life of me I can't think what they came with. I don't have a trampoline or a tent. I have Googled every possible...
I bought that one from Lidl about 2 years ago. Used if for the first time 2 weeks ago! Easy to use, it clamps up to 1m width. Did the job.
I bought the Saxton 35mm Heavy Metal Carbide multi tool blade for cutting 10 rusted M6 nuts & bolts on a garden bench. It worked and was...
+1 Hamilton Perfection
I've ordered the Crown Trade Fast Flow primer/undercoat and Crown Trade Fast Flow gloss (Thanks Astramax) from The Paint Shed (Thanks Kiab). Will...
Thanks Astramax. I agree with you about the thin/poor opacity of the Leyland paint. I'll give the Crown Trade Fast Flow a go. I've been using...
I have been converted to water-based paint due to its quick drying, lack of smell, no yellowing and easier to clean rollers & brushes. However,...
The water to/from the hot water cylinder passes trough a coiled pipe inside the cylinder to heat the water in the cylinder. The water in the...
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