Got a technical query ?

The best place to start is with the Haynes 1930s House Manual

which covers all common defects, shows how they are caused, and explains

the solutions � all with lots of glorious colour pictures, some with detailed

step-by-step projects. Or just read about the fascinating history showing

how they were built, where the builders skimped, and the unusual materials

sometimes used.

Advice and DIY help on the web

Here are some useful sites to get find specialist guidance from DIY experts :-

General DIY

Channel 4

www.channel4.com/4homes/diyandbuilding/index.html

DIY FIX IT www.diyfixit.co.uk

UK style www.uktvstyle.co.uk

bricks

www.buildingcentre.co.uk/index.asp

fireplaces & flues

www.c20fires.co.uk/fireplace_fitting.htm

National Fireplace Association

www.nfa.org.uk/guides.asp

floors

www.originalfeatures.co.uk/restorin.htm

heating

Here's a handy 'BTU calculator' so you know what size rads you need:

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