How many litres of water make up a cubic metre? We've got a water meter and the bill shows how many cubic metres we've used. If we want to try to lower our consumption, I thought it would be helpful...
Anyone any idea where I can buy a rubber pedestal mat for the loo? My parents had one in their last house and it got lost in the move and they would like to replace it. It's the thing that goes round...
We are doing up a house that has a downstairs toilet to which the door has been previously removed. The opening is only 24" wide instead of the normal 36" and so there isn't enough room for a single...
Does anyone know how I can remove a label from a new plastic box? I've tried gently scratching it off bit by bit, and when that didn't work, I left the box soaking in water for two days, but the label...
I have just, today, purchased a Breaburn apple tree from the local garden centre. I want to grow it in a container as there is only one position in my garden where it would get most sun and there is...
Does anywhere (online or chain shops) sell filing cabinets which are not just plain? I'm looking for one that is a bit "different" eg patterned or glass or retro looking, anything...
Can anyone tell me where I can buy seed potatoes RATTE. They were said to be available after a previous crop failure but after waiting for several weeks for an order I was sent a substitute Pink Fir...
What is the best way to build steps with decking? I have a 6' wall that i need steps for coming off of a decked area of approx 17m x 3.5m. Would it be better to build the steps with decking or stone...
I have an Essentials 10.8 shower bought from b&q & installed in my bathroom less than 2 years ago. Has been great, until today water was colder than normal, even though i hadnt changed setting on...
I have three electric storage heaters which operate on Economy 7. Each is connected via a fused 13A plug to a 3Kw digital timer plugged into a 13A socket and set {presently) fo 0001 to 0800 daily....
I've just had to invest in some squirrel-proof nut feeders for the garden so that the poor old birds can get a look-in. We had two squirrels raiding them every day, grrr. But my question is: is it...
Our plasterers did not put sheeting down when plastering walls in our new house and the stone flagged floor is covered in plaster. Does anyone know how to remove it?
I've had some bad experiences with IKEA stuff recently....bedding fading in the wash....buttons coming off duvet covers...saucepan handles coming off. Is it me or is it all third world produced tat?
I have been storing my grandaughters baby seat in the loft and we took it out today and it has black spots on the material. It was wrapped in polythene but the damp has got in. What is the best way to...
can anyone tell me what flowers are readilly available ( therefore cheaper) in september. I'ts my wedding this year and my chosen florist doesnt seem to be too helpfull. looking for more...
My daughter has had a blue make up bag on her dressing table which is light coloured wood and it has left a blue stain on the wood. I've tried using soap but it won't budge. Any suggestions.