Following on from the Google post ....

Guardian - Why are our radiators so noisy?

We recently had a new oil boiler installed and new radiator valves fitted. Since then, when the boiler is on, we have had a continuous slushing noise from the radiators. How can we rectify the situation?

Our DIY expert, Bridget Bodoano, says: 'We rang the Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (01708 472791, iphe.org.uk) and were told that a slushing sound normally suggests there is air in the system. Bleeding the radiators may solve this problem. First turn off the boiler. Make sure both valves at the base of the radiator are fully open. Insert the radiator key into the bleed screw at the top and turn slowly, anticlockwise. If there is air in the system, there will be a hiss followed by water, so have a cloth or bowl handy to catch it. As soon as water appears, tighten the screw. Repeat on all radiators. If you have a combination boiler, you may need to readjust the pressure afterwards. For more information, look on ultimatehandyman.co.uk/ bleeding_a_radiator.htm ..

'If this doesn't work, contact the people who installed your boiler or another Corgi-registered specialist - messing about with central heating systems is not a job for an amateur.'


Guardian - Websites & forums

http://www.ultimatehandyman.co.uk Great forum with tips, advice and entertaining DIY disasters.

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Telegraph - Online property search: The country mouse

Finding a period country house and the craftsmen to maintain it has never been easier. It's all on the web, says Graham Norwood .....

COUNTRY PROPERTY SKILLS

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www.ultimatehandyman.co.uk
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She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.

The Sunday Times - Working up a real body of DIY skills

Knocking your home into shape is fun, but if you want to avoid making a hash of it, tap into expert online advice ....

DON’T TELL ME HOW TO MEND A PLUG

The first thing to say about tackling electrics is that getting it wrong can have fatal consequences, so you’d better know what you’re doing. Under new legislation, electrical work done in the kitchen or bathroom needs to be certified by the local authority building control department. You may have trouble selling your property if you can’t show buyers the right certificates.

That said, Ultimate Handyman ( www.ultimatehandyman.co.uk ) is thorough in its approach to safety, with sensible advice on earthing and bonding, for example. The photos and graphics are particularly good and the range of topics covers most simple household jobs.

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I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman, "Where's the self-help section?"
She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.

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Excellent

I could not find us on the Telegraph - Online property search: The country mouse page though

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DIY | Donnas dream house

Nice one Chez!..

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By eck! ©

Thanks Gadget, but I can't take all the glory

I only started the site, since then it has become a monster thanks to all the members that continually come in here and answer posts and make it the place it is. Many of the members spend much longer on this forum than I ever could and they are always welcoming to new members and offer excellent advice, without these people this site would be nothing.

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DIY | Donnas dream house

I like to think I contribute in the DIY disaster part

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I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman, "Where's the self-help section?"
She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.

Chez,

That's great advertising for you.

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If at first you don't succeed, ask UHM in your hour of need!

Yes well done Chez, it's your baby and you thought of it.
I have found it helpful and hope others find my tips as helpful.


John

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"Monster"

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People forget how fast you did a job - but they remember how well you did it.

I no longer skinny dip, i chunky dunk these day's.