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Pictures, pictures, pictures!
It comes to a stage when you want to show off what you have. Many of us may have our HC setup perfect in respect of a TV mounted on the wall, amp, dvd, decoders in a nice glass shelf or a hidden cupboard and then again many of us may just have it setup that its watchable and listenable. Whatever way, we don't mind. This is…
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Selling Audio/HiFi Gear ? Link Thread in General Section
Mod Comment I've posted a Sales Links thread in General Section to enable folks post a link to personal sales of their surplus Audio/HiFi gear. PLEASE READ THE RULES IN THE FIRST POST HERE: http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2057694555 Cheers, Ritz.
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WARNING - Kodi, SKY, Subscription TV, Read before Posting
Mod Warning Discussion of card-sharing or discussion of plugins that provide access to copyrighted material, or builds that provide these plugins by default, or any other means to obtain subscription tv services or copyrighted material without paying for them is not allowed here and can attract a ban. Please do not start…
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Warning ! Non Home Entertainment DIY Threads Deleted
Mod Notice: Household/Construction DIY Threads posted here will be deleted without notice. If you have a general diy query, please post in the appropriate place in the Home and Garden section of Boards - here: https://www.boards.ie/categories/topics-home-garden?utm_source=sidebar_categories Ritz.
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Charter.
Welcome along to Boards new home entertainment forums. The usual site wide rules apply here as to what is allowed and what is not allowed. * No spamming * No abuse towards other users * No posting of offensive material that may be considered racist, homosexual, pornographic or gore. * Please remember to report all posts…
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Help hiding wires appreciated
Please help an old dear (me!), I'm thinking of trying these cable clip things around a door frame and wondering if they are any good. If not, could anyone recommend something that won't be too obvious as the wire is in my living room. Thanks in advance.…
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Roofing - Whats favoured general reapair product that fits in a gun for ad hoc small roof repairs ?
Hi, While on my double roman tile roof I spot a small area that could be patched with something like a dab of Tech 7 Silicone etc … Whats everyones favoured product for little spots like this as Im doing an inspection and it doesnt warrant tile replacement but too much effort to carry over cement? I see this stuff but dont…
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My fridge freezer is bust
Extremely ancient it owes me nothing Just wondering is it feasible to drill holes between the freezer underneath to the fridge above to share the cold between them? Could there be electric cables in that part (or coolant pipes) in which case it would be out of the question? Is it normal for one part of a fridge freezer to…
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Can I build a Google nest hub?
Am looking to get a Google nest hub for the kitchen. There send to be zero availability online, either out of stock or not for sale I'm looking for a screen and a docking station with good speakers. Ideally I'm looking for a device that is standalone, decent screen, that is capable of controlling the smart devices within…
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Secure bottom of mirror to wardrobe door?
Any ideas of how to secure the bottom of the mirror to chipboard type wardrobe door without damaging the door.
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Dishwasher keeps draining after no use for 3 weeks
Went on hols and dishwasher(Electrolux ESL 7220RO) just keeps draining….tried cleaning the filters and it worked fine couple of times but then again goes bad. I am planning to check the pressure valve tomorrow and clean it… Any other tips ? Dishwasher manual is below and getting two bips meaning drainage has issues.…
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Tech 7 - Need to know a material it wont stick to so I can sandwich it temp in place with a weight .
Hi, Need to sandwich tech 7 with a weight to make sure it keep sthe target pieces in place …. The goal is to then remove this layer once its cured … Im thinking baking paper / wax paper but havnt tested it yet Has anyone any ideas? Thanks
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Best waterproof glue?
I got one of those shower caddies years ago but ( don't ask how) list the adhesive that came with it. Thr caddy cost a mere 50 euros and hasn't yet been used! What's the best glue for it to stick to bathroom tiles please?
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Best Chrome Paint
Hi, I have noticed my black chrome taps have lost their paint colour around the edges. Now the bathroom unit is relatively recent. What's the best paint to use other than replacing same. Any advice or suggestions will be appreciated. N
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Making Outdoor table. What material to use for mosaic tiles to sit on top ?
Hi Want to make a garden table with mosaic tiles .. Im at a loss deciding what to put the tiles onto. Ideally I would use marine ply but this would work out quite expensive ... Anyone any ideas ? The shape will be an octagon measuring 63 CMS wide
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Side gate project. Trim a bough gate by 10cms thats too wide or make my own from scratch?
Hi, Time for a new side wooden gate. Span is 86 cm wide Should I buy this one … https://brooksonline.ie/square-timber-utility-door-1800mm-x-900mm-um0170 or similar and trim circa 10 cms off the sides (concerned I affect the structural intregity too much) My calcs - vertical side boards to walls 4cm x 2 = 8cm So gate width…
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First Router suggestions for DIY
Requirements: Electric domestic voltage Budget 150 Euro max (with bits) Want to put a rounded edge on a project but might get more adventurous ... Ive heard speed adjust is good Anyone any suggestions ?
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Ferguson 35
Hi I have been using my ferguson 35 for the bog but it was outside last night and won't start today. It turned a little. Could it be the battery or rain in exhaust ? I don't know anything about fixing tractors. Is there an easy step by step you can give me? I attached a picture, couldn't upload the video but it's turning a…
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Cladding/Facing block wall with stone
*** just realised i put this on Technology DIY forum. Could it be mived to Construction DIY forum please **** I'm going to attempt to put a real stone face on a block wall over the Easter. I was going to use a regular cement mortar. But before I start, I have seen people using NHL lime instead. My understanding is lime is…
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Best paint stripper
Can anyone recommend a good paint stripper, I want to remove multiple layers of old paint. I've tried the Diall brand and find it very gooey and messy, anything that doesn't leave a sticky mess???? Thanks.
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White deal sheeting Mould spots
We got our outdoor porch sheeted in white deal a couple of years ago and hands up ✋️ i forgot to varnish it. It's now got light grey patches all over it which I assume is damp and mould. How can I remove this and restore the wood prior to varnishing.
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Water Softener
been quoted 2600 incl vat for a water softener with RO and for a 4in1 boiling water tap anything i should look out for to ask in advance of making downpayment?
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Steel shed insulation
I have a steel shed but only the inside of the roof is insulated, what can I use for the rest of the inside either paint on or spray insulation. Thanks
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Hire of excavator and dump trailer
what is the going rate for the following 13 ton excavator per hour? 13 ton excavator rock breaker per hour? Say a 13 ton Dump trailer per hour
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Calculation for number of blocks etc
I propose constructing a 38 metre long wall, 1.150 metres high using standard 4”blocks (400x215x100) on their flat at the back and side of a house. How do I calculate the following- number of 4” blocks required? quantity of cement required? Quantity of sand required? What do 4” blocks cost delivered? Rough guide on the…
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Brand new drafty window
Hi, Apologies if this is posted in the wrong forum. So before I start, I wanna just say thanks, for you reading/replying to my thread. So basically I got new windows installed about 6 months ago. They seemed grand but the weather wasn't too bad so I couldn't tell as much. However now I can. The windows are double glazed…
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Any genuine ideas
I have old railway sleepers as steps in my garden, with all the damp weather they can be very slippery to step on and quiet dangerous. What's the best way to make then no-slip? Any genuine ideas, rather then running to the local DIY to purchase something please. 😶
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Radiator Maintenance
Hi all, I've a gas boiler and traditional double panel radiators throughout the house. Now the first cold snap of the year has arrived I want to make sure they are all working properly but I'm not that familiar with anything plumbing related. I've a few queries I'd appreciate a steer on: Is it fair to say that any radiator…
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future proofing for surround sound.
Hey, Just renovating my house at the moment so currently all plaster board is off. If I was to future proof the main living room for decent surround sound how would I go about this?. Would running cat6 Ethernet cable from the TV to each of the four corners be sufficient or is there more to it than this. If running cables…
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Restore old record player
I have an old Pilot 65 record player that I'd love to get working. Does anyone know of anyone that restored these?