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  • Unusual sized front door

    We require a new front door for out cottage and ideally would like one made from reclaimed timber (oak for preference). The door is a little lower than normal (about 172cm) and a little wider (about 92cm) and also has a curved top (about 10cm lower at the shoulder than in the middle). We can get it fitted but I'm struggling to find anyone who can make it for us as I lack the tools for the job. Does anyone have any information on joiners who could do the work or any places that I can search to find the help that I need. Thanks.

    Asked by David on 27th Mar 2024
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    Battened and ledged door

    What is a battened and ledged door?

    Asked by Robert on 26th Aug 2022
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    Making a door plumb on one side

    Hi I need advice on how I can make the handle side of the door frame plumb/square without disturbing the newly plastered wall on the inside of the room as I’ve painted the walls and glued the new architrave? I have access to the frame on other side but as I’m putting jams behind it’s just twisting it 😞it measures 30 inches at the top and 30 & 3/4 at the bottom. Im finding it hard to get a door to fit and don’t really want to buy a bigger door and have to trim it down. Can I add more lining to make it smaller maybe? or is there a way I can do it from the one side to push the bottom inward 3/4 of an inch? All advice will be very much appreciated

    Asked by Halimah on 19th May 2021
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    Bamboo doors

    What are the pros and cons of bamboo doors? Are they fire safe? And would you recommend having one installed?

    Asked by Everson on 23rd Aug 2022
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    Sliding door kit and hanging over sized door

    How much would a carpenter roughly charge to fit a sliding door kit with an over sized door ?

    Asked by James on 10th Jul 2020
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    DIY Vs professional shed construction

    How do I know whether it’s okay to put together a shed DIY and when it should be done by a carpenter? I’ve average DIY skills with a bit of experience of a few jobs here and there around the house.

    Asked by kashif on 17th Dec 2020
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    False fence installation

    Should I install a false fence if I’m using a vertical spindle moulder that is fitted with its own power feed unit?

    Asked by Greg on 20th Apr 2021
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    Taking wood off a door

    I need to take some wood off a door so it fits in the frame properly. Am I best using a plane or sandpaper?

    Asked by Lou on 20th Nov 2022
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    Modifying second-hand wooden kitchen units

    I'm buying some second-hand wooden kitchen units, but I think they'll need a bit of modification to fit. Is this something a carpenter or joiner can help with?

    Asked by Robert on 5th Oct 2022
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    How to strengthen a louver fence if at all possible?

    Hi there, I've a louver fence installed in my garden. On occassion, parts of it break and parts need to be repaired to replaced. How can I reduce the risk of this happening again and make the fence stronger? Ideally in the most seamless way possible. Thank you!

    Asked by Jenny on 8th Jun 2022
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