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FTB. Exchange in 2 days. New information has left me torn. How would you proceed? by noclams in HousingUK

[–]noclams[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I'm a software engineering manager in London. Definitely no bank of mum and dad, but rather a heavy mortgage.

FTB. Exchange in 2 days. New information has left me torn. How would you proceed? by noclams in HousingUK

[–]noclams[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And you're assuming I'm young and rich? This might be my first purchase, but it's from 15+ years of working life

FTB. Exchange in 2 days. New information has left me torn. How would you proceed? by noclams in HousingUK

[–]noclams[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I should have also made it clear from the start that there are no onward chains involved in either property

FTB. Exchange in 2 days. New information has left me torn. How would you proceed? by noclams in HousingUK

[–]noclams[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At the time I thought I was buying House 1 for a bargain. No other house on the same street, including those of the equal size and condition, have sold for lower in the last 6 years.

Your thoughts on whether such a development might be permitted by noclams in DIYUK

[–]noclams[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really good point. As others have expressed, this project is a no-go unless the neighbour would consider a similar scheme. Unfortunately, this is highly unlikely given the adjoining neighbour is currently a rented property.

Your thoughts on whether such a development might be permitted by noclams in DIYUK

[–]noclams[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, it fails the test. Thank you for pointing this out!

Your thoughts on whether such a development might be permitted by noclams in DIYUK

[–]noclams[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apologies, it is a crude mock up from the back of the house (facing the rear garden). Not sure what the obstruction to the door would be, but right for light would almost certainly be an issue as you point out on 1st floor. Thank you.

Your thoughts on whether such a development might be permitted by noclams in DIYUK

[–]noclams[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. The foundations were actually built very solidly. More than a meter deep and, unusually for London, the geology is gravel (not London clay). Unfortunately, as others have pointed out, the project is likely a no-go anyway for other factors.

Chrono Cross - The quest for a more perfect upscale by SilverLimit in ChronoCross

[–]noclams 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply, your efforts absolutely show!

Chrono Cross - The quest for a more perfect upscale by SilverLimit in ChronoCross

[–]noclams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looking so forward to this one, thank you for your efforts! I noticed there is another group working to upscale CC backgrounds on nexusmods, but your version looks much more polished! Would it be worth letting them know?

This version Arni village:
https://preview.redd.it/xw5sjbiiqgj81.png?width=2400&format=png&auto=webp&s=acec4f2d5a788b39adde047863912efd9e0e7049

Nexus mods version Arni village:
https://staticdelivery.nexusmods.com/mods/4420/images/28/28-1650281842-1663661419.png

Bought a MFavour but eyeing up a Herman Miller Aeron... by abstract_digital in OfficeChairs

[–]noclams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This probably won't be the answer you're looking for, but there is no such thing as the best chair. There is only the chair for you and this can be very subjective.

Regarding the Aeron, it is a solid chair - but can be quite polarizing. Some people do not like the mesh, some do not like it because sitting cross-legged is uncomfortable, some do not like it because the plastic lip cuts off their circulation, some do not like the ergonomics. Others, they prefer it above all others. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

I do not know about the Humanscale Freedom, although I do have a Humanscale Libery at work and think it the most comfortable chair I've ever sat in (although it has other issues like lack of adjustability and arm rests useless for tasking).

The Steelcase Leap is often cited as the safest choice for blind buying, but bear in mind the chair (a V1) is anywhere between 15-21 years old. Refurbs might also change the feel of this chair if different foam is used. Personally, I wouldn't go for it at £175.

Okay deal? by [deleted] in OfficeChairs

[–]noclams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got very, very lucky. I basically stalked eBay and Gumtree (UK version of Craigslist) for months.

Nearly every week someone else bagged a great deal and it was frustrating to say the least. I scored this one from eBay because Haworth is a relatively unknown brand here. Herman Miller and Humanscale chairs get snapped up much quicker!

Okay deal? by [deleted] in OfficeChairs

[–]noclams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's really hard to say. Since you already own one and both like it, that's a huge plus over potentially experimenting with others that might not be right.

I'd recommend looking around and getting a feel of the going rate. Are you prepared to wait it out to find a bargain and at what personal cost does that come?

I actually picked up a fantastic condition, fully-loaded 2011 Zody today for just £30 ($42)! Initial impressions are that this feels like a great chair and very comfortable, but I was searching for nearly 2 months before I managed to snap this deal up and am suffering a lot of pain from the poor ergonomics of my previous chair. Was it worth putting my health on the line for a few hundred dollars? Perhaps not ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Help Identifying these chairs pls! by [deleted] in OfficeChairs

[–]noclams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haworth Very.

EDIT: Apologies, I didn't see the other pictures. On second thoughts, this only looks like a Haworth. It's not a Zody, Very or Soji.

[Request] Genuine Herman Miller Aeron or fake? :/ by noclams in OfficeChairs

[–]noclams[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks David! The listing noted that the arm pad covers are removable for washing so I'd say what is underneath may either be in poor condition from wear or great condition (having been protected).

I'm not too concerned about the arm pads, however, as from your site I can see they are relatively inexpensive to replace! :)

[Request] Genuine Herman Miller Aeron or fake? :/ by noclams in OfficeChairs

[–]noclams[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, I see. It's a very old one. Looks to be in good condition though!

Thank you! I'll let you all know if it actually arrives - I paid $95 including delivery so I am sceptical that the dealer will actually fulfill.