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1. How to cutpipe: (Plumbing); Cutting pipes can be made much easier by using the correct cutter, when using plastic pipe it is much easier using a designated pair of plastic pipe cutters, likewise when cutting copper pipe it is much ...; Created on 28 April 2014
2. How to join MDPE pipe: (Joining pipes); ... in the UK are 20mm and 25mm. The MDPE pipe needs to be cut squarely and cleanly, this can be done using a hacksaw but for a neater cut a dedicated plastic pipe cutter should be used. After cutting ...; Created on 01 May 2015
3. MDPE Pipe: (Plumbing); MDPE pipe (medium density polyethylene) This MDPE pipe has been cut, de-burred and has inserts inserted into the pipe ready for the coupling MDPE pipe is available in 20mm and 25mm diameters. ...; Created on 01 May 2015
4. Cutting Metal: (Metalworking); There are a few different ways for the DIYer to cut metal. Here are the most available methods. Hacksaws Hacksaws are one of the most common methods. There are a few types, the most popular are adjustable ...; Created on 13 May 2014
5. Self cutting tap: (Taps); How to install a self cutting tap Fitting a self cutting tap is often an easy option, but be aware that some of these taps can give reduced flow and so they although they are easy to fit they can ...; Created on 10 May 2014
6. Boxing in pipes: (woodworking); ... the toilet is at floor level. For this we are using some 2 inch by 1 inch timber off cuts and some 1/4 inch external plywood. If you use 1/2 external plywood you will not need as much 2*1 timber, but we ...; Created on 10 May 2014
7. Laminate Floor Cutting: (Laminate floor fitting); Cutting laminate flooring is relatively easy, you can use virtually and wood cutting saw on laminate. When cutting laminate flooring it is essential that you were a dust mask as the dust from laminate ...; Created on 09 May 2014
8. Complex pipe bending: (Plumbing); ... fitting nut and olive slid up the pipe, so I had to lower the valve by about 8mm. If you find any of the distances is out, then you could either rework the bends on a fresh tube, or simply cut the pipe ...; Created on 30 April 2014
9. Bend pipes with a pipe bender: (Plumbing); ... would be very simple to use two bits of tube and an elbow, but even easier to bend an off-cut of copper tube to suit as well. Step 1 – Open up the pipe benders as shown Step 2 – Push in your ...; Created on 30 April 2014
10. Bend chrome pipe: (Plumbing); ... this makes it much easier to remove the spring. The pipe bending spring does not make bending the pipe any easier, it merely stops the pipe from crushing during bending. Do not cut the pipe with ...; Created on 30 April 2014
11. Washing machine waste pipe: (Plumbing); ... How to use a diamond core drill Push fit waste The easiest way of joining the pipe is to use push fit connectors as it is simply a case of cutting the pipe straight and removing the burrs ...; Created on 28 April 2014
12. Lead pipe repair: (Plumbing emergencies); ... it yourself by cutting the pipe and inserting a lead loc connector to cut out the piece that was leaking originally. Lead pipe is often found in properties built before the 1930's and was used for gas ...; Created on 28 April 2014
13. Solvent weld waste pipe: (Joining pipes); ... weld connector. To start with we need a straight cut, which can be achieved using a mitre block, or a PVC pipe cutter. To give the best chance of making a good joint it is a good idea to remove ...; Created on 28 April 2014
14. Push fit waste pipe: (Joining pipes); ... and baths and kitchen sinks to be plumbed in using 40mm waste pipe. This is 32mm waste pipe for a basin. A straight cut is desirable as it makes it easier to ensure a good joint, so it's best if ...; Created on 28 April 2014
15. Push fit pipe repair: (Plumbing emergencies); ... and can only be used on domestic hot and cold water. You must also cut the pipe using a pipe slice or have a de-burring tool to remove the burrs from the pipe if using a hack saw or else the burrs on the ...; Created on 27 April 2014
16. Compression pipe repair: (Plumbing emergencies); ... onto the pipe we need to cut and remove a section of the pipe, this can be done with either a hack saw or a pipe slice, it does not matter if the pipe is not cut straight as both ends fit freely into the ...; Created on 27 April 2014
17. Hosepipe pipe repair: (Plumbing emergencies); ... then drain the system. Cut a piece of hose pipe that is long enough to extend past the leak for at least three inches at each side. Using a sharp knife, slit the piece of hosepipe straight ...; Created on 27 April 2014
18. Garage conversion roof: (Converting a Garage); ... cheaper to replace the roof than dig out 8-10” of reinforced concrete and hard-core and re concrete the floor incorporating insulation). A pitched roof with ‘cut timbers’ (not pre-manufactured trusses) ...; Created on 01 April 2015
19. The Garage Door: (Converting a Garage); ... the garage door on also gives you shelter from the rain if you open it whilst you’re digging). Consider the finish once its all bricked up, its perfectly possible to cut a straight line in line with the ...; Created on 01 April 2015
20. How to install a shower tray: (Plumbing); ... pipe below the floor, then draw around it. Now using a hole saw or jigsaw cut a hole large enough for the waste trap to fit through. Ensure no pipes are cables are in the way when cutting this ...; Created on 24 June 2014
21. Bosch PMF 180 E: (Reviews); The Bosch PMF 180 E is based on the Fein multimaster but is almost half the price. For DIY use this is a great piece of kit and when you get one you will wonder how you ever lived without it. For cutting ...; Created on 24 May 2014
22. Power saws: (Power Tools); ... your purpose, personally I always buy the best tools that I can afford even if it means missing out on something else. Alligator saw Alligator saws are used for cutting wood, plastic, lightweight ...; Created on 23 May 2014
23. Treating timber: (woodworking); ... area. The wood has been treated to ensure that it will never rot! If using timber externally even if it has been tanalised you should pay particular attention to any cut ends and treat them with ...; Created on 23 May 2014
24. Paint removal: (Painting & Decorating); ... by bashing the Lead into small lumps with my hammer. Unfortunately I must have had a cut or something and developed Lead poisoning, which means staying in hospital for a few days. It's not very pleasant ...; Created on 21 May 2014
25. Exterior painting: (Painting & Decorating); ... where the windows met the walls of the property so PVC cloaking profile was cut to fit and held in place with silicone. Painting walls Brick walls do not normally need painting, they look far better ...; Created on 21 May 2014
26. Hanging a plasma or LCD TV: (Fasteners & Fixings); ... level. If you are lucky and have a disused chimney like this you can use a diamond core drill to cut a hole large enough for the scart leads and cables to pass through. This means that the cables ...; Created on 17 May 2014
27. How to clad a ceiling: (diy); ... in the loft and determined where the extractor fan needs to be situated and I have cut out a square using a plasterboard saw, by cutting in the grout lines. Goggles are a must when doing jobs of this nature! ...; Created on 13 May 2014
28. PVC cladding: (diy); ... is simple you just cut it to length and drill pilot holes for the nails, special polytop nails are used which have a tough white plastic top. The nail shank is stainless steel so it will never rust. ...; Created on 13 May 2014
29. Install a wall mounted tap: (Taps); ... exposed and then push back the excess rather then needing to cut the pipe close to the wall Next step is to install the mounting plates that screw to the wall and then secure the pipes to the mounting ...; Created on 10 May 2014
30. End feed fittings: (Joining pipes); ... you cannot do with a straight connector). This is extremely useful when altering existing pipework, where it is not possible to move the pipe in either direction as you can cut out a piece of pipe and ...; Created on 10 May 2014

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