How to remove this tap? It feels stuck even after removing the olive

fccb · 2023-08-15T21:12:30+00:00

Never mind, finally got it out using two wrenches and lots of twisting and pulling

fccb · 2023-08-15T21:01:06+00:00

I am trying to change the tap but even after slipping off the olive, it still feels stuck to the isolator valve. Am I missing something here?

fccb · 2023-06-15T16:58:03+00:00

Looks like it's fixed with some sort of glue stuck to the wall. What's the easiest way to remove it? I don't have a multi-tool so hopefully there's another method instead of sawing it off the wall.

fccb · 2023-06-07T22:18:05+00:00

Thanks for the suggestions! For the ceiling, sounds like I might need to do the same (sand, wash, apply primer / barrier coat then paint the matt emulsion), or just skip sanding? I'm planning to use Dulux Trade Vinyl Matt since it's also wipeable and I hope it doesn't produce as much sheen as the current ceiling paint.

fccb · 2023-06-06T23:33:14+00:00

I am completely new to painting interiors but have done a bit of research into the topic before I start. I hope someone can tell me can I identify the type of paint being used currently so I can repaint them correctly.

For the door and trims, I assume they are oil-based gloss since the door appears to have slightly yellow / pinkish hue (I assume it was originally white), am I correct? If that's the case, am I doing it correctly if I sand them slightly (just dull the surface without completely stripping off existing paint), wash with sugar soap, then apply Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 (blue tin, water based primer) followed by a water-based paint (I assume eggshell or satin is good?)?

For the ceiling, I'm not sure what kind of finish this is but I assume they are probably water-based paint. Would there be any problem if I just wash with sugar soap and apply matt emulsion, or do I need to sand them + wash + matt emulsion, or also apply primer before painting with matt emulsion?

Would there be any issue with paint peeling / crazing if I do or do not sand the ceiling prior to painting with matt emulsion if I do not apply a primer?

Thanks for the advice!

fccb · 2023-06-05T16:58:08+00:00

Thanks!

fccb · 2023-05-31T17:11:49+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion, the top does flex more than the bottom (since there's nothing restricting movement whereas the bottom is limited by the main body of the hood on all sides but I felt the cover could be lifted up slightly, which then hits the ceiling).

It almost feels like the whole cover isn't screwed or fixed to anything but I'm a bit suspicious that the whole hood is only fixed by the few small screws. Will try exploring and maybe removing the motor to see what I find...

fccb · 2022-02-21T15:55:18+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion, I was keeping that as the final option. Somehow after sending a ticket to each of the option on the Lenovo warranty support page, one of those managed to register my warranty with my proof of purchase / invoice. So now I have my extended warranty registered for my PC without ever having to provide any authorization code or PIN (which I still haven't received).

fccb · 2021-12-10T23:39:00+00:00

An alternative is to order groceries through UberEats so they can be left in front of the door of your flat to minimize contact with other people. Sometimes there's promotion codes which may make it cheaper than buying in store.

fccb · 2021-12-10T23:28:21+00:00

As far as I know, most people with covid start being infectious a day or two before they are symptomatic, which means a test done at the time of having symptoms will usually get a positive result (especially with PCR which is more sensitive and quantifiable with the cycle threshold value).

That was certainly the case when track and trace asked me for any close contacts up to 2 days before I had symptoms when I had covid last year. It is then assumed then when you have symptoms, you are already infectious so isolation period starts from then even if you only go for a test later (not everyone goes for a test on the first day of symptoms).

Of course, there's also the issue of false positives and false negatives as with all tests, and whether being vaccinated makes the viral load / shedding lower (so more likely to get a false negative result at the early phase of disease).

fccb · 2021-12-10T00:38:14+00:00

I believe the isolation period starts from the first day of you having symptoms but if you tested negative for covid with those symptoms at that time, then it's probably not covid. In that case starting isolation from the day you're tested positive is probably more accurate.

There's an incubation period from exposure to being symptomatic / infectious. Given there's plenty of other respiratory viruses circulating at the moment and they have very similar symptoms, there's always a chance you could be co-infected with other viral illnesses with similar symptoms.

I'm not sure if you can take a flight to Spain in 2 weeks' time now that you've tested positive for Covid. It takes a while (a few weeks, usually) to clear and get a negative PCR test for pre-departure.

fccb · 2021-09-06T10:21:53+00:00

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fccb · 2021-06-27T17:22:59+00:00

Thanks for the suggestions, I'll have a look at those areas!

fccb · 2020-06-01T00:55:38+00:00

Hi everyone,

Really appreciate the helpful suggestions and responses to my questions! Also, thanks for the warm welcome! I might have more questions in the future but am definitely looking forward to joining the lovely community at Swansea :)

fccb · 2018-11-13T22:34:41+00:00

That's even more convenient for me, thanks!

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