Replacing A WC Suite
If the pan is screwed to a wooden floor remove the screws and loosen the pan from the floor using a chisel if necessary http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/wc-suite-installation
Shower location options within a bathroom
A shower over the bath needs to be provided with some meansof preventing water spraying onto the floor http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fittings/showers/shower-site
Carpet Fitting
A layer of good quality underlay is almost always necessary between a carpet and the floorboards or concrete substrate it is to be laid on http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/carpet/carpet-fitting
Building Regulations For Extensions
The conservatory has a floor area not exceeding http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/extensions
Example Bathroom Floor Plans
Bathroom Floor http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-planning/bathroom-floor-plans
Types Of WC Pan
Wall mounted pans are connected to a concealed cistern and as they do not touch the floor they give a clean contemporary look to a modern bathroom http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fixtures/wc-suite/wc-pan-types
Tiles
Whether laying on a wall or a floor tiles can be timeconsuming to fit however the effort is always worth it http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/tiles
How to Install a Fitted Carpet
Strip floor back to bare substrate and vacuum http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/carpet/carpet-fitting/tools-and-tips
Bathroom Layout Tips
Mark on the current service points if you plan to keep them also note the height from the floor of the window http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-planning/bathroom-layout-tips
Window Requirements Of The Building Regulations
Window Requirements Of The Building Regulations Introduction A number of Building Regulations pertain to windows specifically Part N of the Building Regs which mainly relates to their safety and energy efficiency As a result most windows are now supplied ... http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-regulations/window-requirements
Ceiling Insulation
To further insulate your home it is possible to insulate the ceiling between floors however if done correctly this task requires the complete removal and refitting of the plasterboard ceiling and many will feel that the benefits once loft insulation is added are more than outweighed by the costs http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/ceiling-insulation
Loft Conversions
A loft conversion can add a considerable amount of floor space to your home but bear in mind that some of the walls and ceilings will usually be sloping to fit beneath the roof so you will not have full head height across the whole room http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions/loft-conversions
Conservatories
Conservatories usually have a concrete foundation and floor slab surrounded by low brickwork cavity wall http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions/conservatories
SimplifyDIY Glossary: S
Final smooth finish of a solid floor usually cement concrete or asphalt http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/s
Useful Links
High quality residential and commercial carpet sandingwoodenfloorscouk Floor sanding varnishing gap filling staining restoring and wood stripping element http://www.simplifydiy.com/useful-links
How To Design Your New Kitchen Layout
When planning the floor cupboards it is best to group drawer line units together to keep the lines of the kitchen running uninterrupted http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-planning/kitchen-layout-tips
Bathroom Design Considerations
How do you want to decorate the walls and floors http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-planning/key-considerations
Identifying And Eliminating Damp & Rising Damp
The primary repair is that of removing the source of moisture leaks in plumbing or rainwater goods must be fixed good ventilation through rooms and beneath floors should be restored good drainage must be reestablished and if necessary a new dampproof course should be inserted into the affected area http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/damp
Basements
A basement development can add more space to a property than a loft conversion as it usually opens up a whole new level with an area equivalent to that of the entire ground floor all of which has full head height of http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions/basements
Carpet
Carpet is laid in a single piece wherever possible unlike a floor covering such as carpet tiles therefore to accommodate corners and nooks in the layout of a room there is often some considerable wastage http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/carpet
Tools & Tips For Measuring a Fitted Carpet
Carpet is laid in a single piece wherever possible unlike a floor covering such as carpet tiles therefore to accommodate corners and nooks in the layout of a room there is often some considerable wastage http://www.simplifydiy.com/floors/carpet/measuring-carpet
Types Of Bathroom Tap
Depending on the type of bath chosen bath taps can be mounted into the deck of the bath the wall or for freestanding baths into the floor http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fittings/bathroom-taps/tap-types
Door Hanging Options
Left or righthanded rising butt hinges are used where a door must lift upwards as it opens to accommodate an uneven floor surface or a thickpiled carpet http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/doors/door-hanging
Plinths, Cornicing and Pelmets
A plinth or kickboard is often added along he bottom edge of the base units to make them appear to stand directly on the floor and give the kitchen a solid finished look http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/plinths-and-cornicing
SimplifyDIY Glossary: P
A party structure is any wall floor or foundation that sits astride the boundary of a property http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/p
The Causes Of Damp - What To Check
If the dampness is on the ground floor beginning at ground level or below a faulty http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/damp/water-entry
Types Of Bath
If considering a corner bath remember that the actual floor space required is greater than a rectangular bath of the same capacity however as the tub is turned at an angle to the room they often take up less wall space http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fixtures/baths/bath-types
Loose-fill Loft Insulation Materials
If a floor is laid in the loft as in a loft conversion then this will prevent movement of the material http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/ceiling-insulation/loft-insulation/loose
Tools & Tips for hanging a radiator
Usually this is on an outside wall immediately beneath a window where cold air drops to the floor http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/radiators/hanging
Tools & Tips for painting a wall
Plastic sheeting to protect your floor http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/paint/tools-and-tips
Kitchen Worktops
If installing these anywhere other than on a solid ground floor level you may need to reinforce the floor to take the weight http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-worktops
SimplifyDIY Glossary: L-O
Most commonly refers to laminate flooring which has a thin layer of paper on the surface which carries a printed design http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/l
Toilet (WC Suite)
Installing a new wc pan cistern Floor vs wall waste traps http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fixtures/wc-suite
Designing A Safe Kitchen Environment
When considering your own kitchen floorplan for safety reasons you should adhere to the following guidelines http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-planning/kitchen-layout-safety
Replacing A Cold Water Storage Tank
Replacing A Cold Water Storage Tank Introduction A primary component of an indirect gravity fed plumbing system is a cold water storage tank or cistern Normally located in the loft space the cold water tank supplies water to the ... http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/cold-water-tank
Planning Permission & Building Regulations
Essentially a party structure is any wall floor foundation or other structure that sits astride the boundary of a property or is used to separate distinct properties http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/extensions/regulations-and-permission
Macerators
A sewage pipe is rather large though and in situations where it is not possible to place a bathroom immediately over the existing pipe it is often not appropriate to add an additional pipe to the property as it will invariably need to pass through at least one room and the floor at ground level will need to be pulled up to locate the sewer http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/macerator
Death Watch Beetle
Sub floor ventilation http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/woodworm/death-watch-beetle
SimplifyDIY Glossary: N-O
Horizontal reinforcing timber fixed between the vertical studs in a stud partition wall and those fitted between floor joists http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/n-o
Asbestos Information & Advice
Insulating lagging on pipes storage heaters and boilers Floor and ceiling tiles http://www.simplifydiy.com/building-works/asbestos
Repairing & Replacing Pipework
Pipes can also become punctured if we inadvertantly bang a nail or a screw through a wall or floorboards into an undetected pipe http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/plumbing-repairs
Domestic Electrical Circuits
Ring circuits or ring mains are the most commonly used method of installing sockets in a home usually with one circuit per floor of the property http://www.simplifydiy.com/electrical/domestic-electrics/electrical-circuits
SimplifyDIY Glossary: J-K
J used to support a structure such as a floor ceiling or wall http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/j-k
SimplifyDIY Glossary: F
Furniture or units that are not builtin or fixed to a wall or floor http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/f
Garage Door Opening Mechanisms
Require considerable floor space to swing open http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/garage-doors/garage-door-mechanisms
Radiators
Radiators Introduction Radiators are now available in a variety of styles ranging from traditional cast iron to contemporary aluminium and even glass and stone to suit any interior dcor scheme Whatever style you choose radiators all essentially work by ... http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/radiators
Ladders
You should select the most appropriate one according to the dimensions of your loft hatch the vertical clearance height above the hatch and the distance between the floor and ceiling in which the hatch is set http://www.simplifydiy.com/tools-and-materials/ladders/ladder-types
SimplifyDIY Glossary: M
An extra floor level inserted into a room that has double height ceilings to create additional space http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/m
Wood Boring Weevils
Sub floor ventilation http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/woodworm/wood-boring-weevils
SimplifyDIY Glossary: A
Used for instance to ventilate the underside of a wooden floor or a roof space http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/a
Water pumps
High pressure pumps can pump water around an entire floor of the house low pressure pumps are more suited to just the bathroom or shower system http://www.simplifydiy.com/plumbing-and-heating/water-pumps
Identifying And Eliminating Dry Rot
The fungus flourishes in damp unventilated conditions so it will most often be found in areas that are rarely seen on structural timbers such as joists and roof trusses behind skirting boards and door frames and on the underside of wooden floors http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/dry-rot
Refrigerator and Freezer Sizes & Formats
This is a single unit that has a refrigerating section stacked on top of or beneath a separate freezer which is ideal where floor space is tight http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/fridge-and-freezer/variants
Washing Machines
Basic washing machines can make something of a racket when theyre at full speed spin not to mention the added noise of them jumping up and down on the floor http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/washing-machines
Washer Dryers
During the wash phase basic washer dryers can make something of a racket when theyre at full speed spin not to mention the added noise of them jumping up and down on the floor http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/washer-dryers
Freestanding Cookers
Aga should only be placed on a solid ground floor http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/cooking-appliances/freestanding-cookers
Types Of Bath & Shower Tap
Types Of Bath Shower Tap Deck mounted monobloc mixer tap 2faucets 2mounting points 2valves Deck mounted mixer tap 2 faucets 2 mounting points 2valves 2 faucets 5 mounting points 2valves Wall mounted mixer tap 2 faucets 2 mounting points ... http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fittings/bathroom-taps/tap-types/bath-shower-taps
Bidets
C and as such bidets are available as wallhung backtowall and floor standing variants http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fixtures/bidets
SimplifyDIY Glossary: H-K
An offset zigzagging pattern often used in brickwork paving and parquet flooring http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/h-i
Types Of Bath Tap
Types Of Bath Tap Twin pillar taps 2 faucets 2 mounting points 2 valves 2 faucets 2 mounting points 2 valves Deck mounted filler tap 1 faucet 2 mounting points 2 valves 1 faucet 3 mounting points 2 valves ... http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fittings/bathroom-taps/tap-types/bath-taps
Kitchen Base Units
The cabinet itself is supported by legs that are adjustable to even out the floor surface http://www.simplifydiy.com/kitchen/kitchen-units/base-units
Painting a door
Cover the floor beneath the door with a drop cloth to catch any paint spills http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/doors
Choosing A New WC Cistern
Choosing A New WC Cistern Introduction From antique style high level cisterns to discreet close coupled or concealed models the choice of WC cistern is so wide that youre bound to find one to suit your requirements Before buying ... http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-fixtures/wc-suite/wc-cistern-types
Wet Rot
Sub floor ventilation http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/wet-rot
SimplifyDIY Glossary: Q-R
Joist often used as a joist to support a structure such as a floor ceiling or wall http://www.simplifydiy.com/glossary/q-r
Tools and Tips for tiling
To tile a wall or floor you will need http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/tiles/tools-and-tips
Painting a Window Frame
Cover the floor beneath the window with a drop cloth to catch any paint spills http://www.simplifydiy.com/painting-and-decorating/windows
Bathroom Storage
Example bathroom floor plans http://www.simplifydiy.com/bathroom/bathroom-planning/storage
Garage Doors
Door sizes are specified according to the dimensions of the door opening the distance between the frame posts and the height from floor to head member crossbeam http://www.simplifydiy.com/windows-and-doors/garage-doors
Identification And Removal of Woodworm & Death Watch Beetle
There are four key types of beetle that can cause problems to the timbers of a property targeting floorboards joinery and structural beams http://www.simplifydiy.com/walls-and-ceilings/woodworm