Microwave ventilation
Hi We are shortly having our new kitchen fitted with all appliances integrated. One concern i have is how does the microwave oven ventilate? I asked the fitter and he said it just vents into the back...
View ArticlePlinths
Hi, I need to replace some kitchen plinths in a limed oak finish, unfortunately they don't seem available any more, anyone had a similar problem or can you recommend a supplier thanks
View ArticleRemoving gas cooker.
I am replacing my MILs cooker because she ended up buying a cooker far too small for her needs. It was new last year and fitted within the last 10 months. The question I have is; am I allowed as a...
View ArticleWren drawers removal
fitting wren kitchen anybody know how to remove drawer boxes from runners Old runners were easy pull out and lift but these are supposed to be new design Can't suss it out thx
View ArticleKitchen stori astro gloss alabaster
Hi, I moved into a new build with astro gloss alabaster kitchen units. I have now come to the stage where I have the money to add units where the builder has skimped. My problem is that the company...
View ArticleFair price?
Hi All, I am a semi retired sparks. I am having a new kitchen fitted (ikea supplied and fitted, it had to be ikea as i am having a quartz worktop and they wont guarantee it if they don't fit) This is a...
View ArticleMarket Research
Hello, We are an independent market research company specialising in qualitative recruitment. At the moment we are looking into interviewing cohabiting couples, aged 25-65 who own or are considering...
View ArticleHelp! Issues with solid oak worktop fitting
Hi there, Moved into a new place three weeks ago and have had a bit of a nightmare with the builder I've chosen to work on renovating it. Lots of issues (I agreed to a day rate, which I regret...
View ArticleQuiet Intergrated Fridge?
Are there any quiet intergrated fridges? We have one under the worktop which is extremely loud!!
View ArticleRemoving a carcass without disturbing worktop
Hello, I am trying to remove a base unit to fit a slimline dishwasher. I have removed most of it but the unit is screwed in from the top down into the back and the only way I could unscrew it is if I...
View ArticleDishwasher instalation under draining board
I am about to install a dishwasher under a ceramic draining board (integral with a ceramic sink). The underside of the sink is about half an inch above the underside of the worktop. There is a cutout...
View Article"fusion" worktop - by John Lewis of Hungerford
I am refitting a second-hand John Lewis of Hungerford kitchen. The worktop was never going to fit; but I see it's made of chipboard, some sort of mastic and then a thin layer of plastic. What is this...
View ArticleWhat should I expect to pay in labour for a new kitchen?
Hi All, Looking from some seasoned professional advice... What should I expect to pay for labour only when fitting a new kitchen? Below is a list of jobs I need doing... My kitchen is a bit smaller...
View ArticleCooker hood ducting
Just moved into a property where the cooker hood was not extracting outside as no hole was drilled. Well, builder drilled a lovely hole today but it is just about 5mm to small in diameter! The ducting...
View ArticleSealing Gas hob - is this right?
Hello all! We've just had a gas hob fitted, and the sealing strip between the hob and the worktop looks pretty messy, and means that the hob sits above the worktop rather than flush with it (picture...
View ArticleSealant for Belfast Sink & Solid Oak Worktop
Hey... I've just had a new kitchen and have oiled solid oak worktop and a Belfast sink... Looking for sealant to go round the edges... Any ideas what works?
View Articlesilicone for oiled oak worktops
Hi, I have recently had an oak worktop fitted over a belfast sink. The worktop has had three coats of danish oil. Does anyone know of a good quality silicone sealant that will adhere to the oiled...
View ArticleDouble oven in wall
Hi, Any thoughts re my current project please. I want to install a double built-in oven into a 600mm thick cob wall. I am proposing buying the oven and then constructing a carcase to suit. The carcase...
View ArticleSolid Wood Bedroom Furniture Sale
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View ArticleDamaged worktop
Is there any way to repair a chip to the top edge of a dark grey granite effect worktop? The chipboard core is exposed and I mainly want to seal it to prevent water penetrating, but an approximate...
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