Hi,
We're currently in the process of doing the hall, stairs and landing and there' a few things I could do with some advice on. This is with the intention of selling within a year and moving to a 4 bed.
The first, we're laying laminate on floorboards, the problem is the boards are going the same way we want the laminate to go, long ways down the hall and not across it. I know the rule of thumb is to go opposite the floorboards but is it ok if the boards are sound? Also, any recommendations on underlay? I was looking at Carpetright but just looking at their prices made my starfish sore especially when compared to Screwfix.
Next question, the phone socket coming in has been damaged by the previous owner. Is it a DIY replacement job or will I need a specialist in for it? Would it be easier to move it out of the hall from a place with no nearby plug sockets for a phone and into the lounge? no idea what I'm even looking for.
The thermostat is old and looks manky, again, something I could replace or is this going to be a case of getting someone in who knows what they are doing? Nothing smart, just a nice replacement.
The mould I'm aware of. it's a corner that's been stuck behind a curtain, stuck behind a cupboard that's had no air until now. It'll be bleached, scrubbed and aired properly.
We're currently in the process of doing the hall, stairs and landing and there' a few things I could do with some advice on. This is with the intention of selling within a year and moving to a 4 bed.
The first, we're laying laminate on floorboards, the problem is the boards are going the same way we want the laminate to go, long ways down the hall and not across it. I know the rule of thumb is to go opposite the floorboards but is it ok if the boards are sound? Also, any recommendations on underlay? I was looking at Carpetright but just looking at their prices made my starfish sore especially when compared to Screwfix.
Next question, the phone socket coming in has been damaged by the previous owner. Is it a DIY replacement job or will I need a specialist in for it? Would it be easier to move it out of the hall from a place with no nearby plug sockets for a phone and into the lounge? no idea what I'm even looking for.
The thermostat is old and looks manky, again, something I could replace or is this going to be a case of getting someone in who knows what they are doing? Nothing smart, just a nice replacement.
The mould I'm aware of. it's a corner that's been stuck behind a curtain, stuck behind a cupboard that's had no air until now. It'll be bleached, scrubbed and aired properly.
