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Hi everyone, I am going to change the tap in my bathroom, is it quite straightforward to change a single lever tap, do I need any specific tools or should I get a plumber in to do the job, thanks.
View ArticlePipe bender tool box
Just got myself a new 15/22mm pipe bender and am looking for a container. I have seen a couple of bespoke bags, but would rather a solid case of some form, if available. Any ideas or pointers as to a...
View ArticleCT1 filler adhesive
I'm looking for a quality robust sealant between rubber bathroom flooring and sanitary ware as well as gap filling between floor and skirting, it's not a wet room but needs to go off hardish and be...
View ArticleDrain Cock Spigot
The drain cock on my water cylinder is very close to the ground and is obscured by piping installed by the previous owner. The spigot is at the bottom but, try as I might, I can find nothing to tighten...
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Electrical trunking/conduit brackets?
Having a brain fade, I had a boxful and now I can't find them anywhere. Seen, bought or used these.? Used for extra trunking support, no not my pants.
View ArticlePipe slice
Yes I know topic has been covered umpteen times but here is another. Has anyone experience of the Rigid 32573 supposedly goes from 6mm up to 28mm? Only asking as a bit fed up with my Kopex ones, I only...
View ArticleHoneywell VA8200A001 TVR Service Tool Hire
I need to replace 13 TRVs due to sticking issues, I saw that Honeywell do a tool to remove and exchange the TRV inserts', this will save me draining the system and saving time, anyone know where I...
View ArticleCore drills
Alright my plumbers from another mother Know it’s been asked before but what core drills are people using. I need to bite the bullet.
View ArticleUpgrading hand tools
After not doing plumbing for alot of years my tools could probably do with an upgrade eg my bacho 10,12 inches open about as wide as a 6inch wide jaw now. I see the armeg jaws for taps so probably...
View ArticleThe only pipe cutter you will ever need...
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3ae5gPyLhQ I like it...needle bearings everwhere, less stress on the hands, rock hard cutting wheel + spare, one size required and no pipe deformation.
View ArticleTool Bags
I've a few bags all set up for different job types and all but my hot works tote all well past their use by date. I tend to stick to Stanley because my merchant always has a good range but I'm never...
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Tool help
Hi I’ve purchased a basin mixer tap for my bathroom. trying to install the tap and can’t find a tool to fit the nut that holds the tap in place. I’ve tried one of these and it doesn’t fit. To small....
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Anyone got any idea how this weird Italian bender works?
Hi everyday peeps, I need to correct a mistake in the heating system in my dad's flat which has two radiators connected with flow in at bottom and return from the same end at the top. Nothing wrong...
View ArticlePower in the van
Hi guys looking at upgrading the van and am looking at putting some sort of inverter set up in place. Now I know nothing about these other than I know pure sine is less likely to damage whatever is...
View ArticleWhat Van do you guys and gals have?
So it is time for me to scrap my vivaro which has just be written off my the insurance company after someone crashed into the van while parked. Lucky as I was just going to dump it this yr any way....
View ArticleMonument masters benders
Now these have been out a little while can anyone give an honest review???
View ArticleNew monument pipe benders
Hi, Has anyone experience of the new Monument benders? Any feedback?
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Any reliable Stud Finder for home use?
I'm thinking of getting a Stud Finder, so that when I drill or nail something into a wall at home, I don't puncture any pipes, wires etc. I heard that cheap ones aren't good, not sure if this is true....
View ArticleTradesman recommendation websites
My sister lives far away and needs work done and there are loads out there, which ones would you recommend if any?
View ArticleSds max core adapter
What's with the lack of sds max adapters for diamond cores. I see countless sds plus bits as well as sds plus to keyed chuck adapter but I can't find any sds max bits. Any one any ideas
View ArticleFreeze Master Regasing
Hi, does anybody know what gas is in the freeze master's pipe freezing units, mine could do with a check and a top up. My local aircon branch said they might be able to re-gas the unit if it contained...
View ArticleTool For Cutting And Recessing Drain Holes
I'm looking for a hole cutter or hole punch that you would use to cut a hole in a stainless steel sink for the waste to install into. Standard hole punches between 40 and 100mm for use with a hydraulic...
View ArticlePress tool.***.which one?
Hi all. I am looking at getting a press tool and was looking for advice please TIA.
View ArticleNot impressed yet - Armeg jaw droppers
Armeg jaw droppers. I hears good things and I like a new toy. But both the machine screws on one of them that hold the sliding jaws wouldn't bite and stay in place - no matter how hard I tightened...
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