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Hi all I have a structure with a polycarbonate (and other) roof. The problem is that dirt particles come through the corrugated part - especially after a bush-burn. Please advise the best way to fill these gaps so that nothing enters. I was thinking of some along the lines of filler foam...

Hi fellow MyBB's Recently, my Panasonic Viera TH-49DS 49inch LED TV was hit by a rogue lightning bolt and the HDMI + Comp inputs were fried. The rest of the TV still works just fine -> streaming etc all ok Whilst doing some research, it doesn't look like changing the HDMI input board is such a...

Hi Do you have experience with either/both of these products for flashing between tiled roof (30°) and masonry sidewall? How did they perform for you? A. Shak Infra Flash (Builders link) BMI Monier Easyflash (Builders link. My concern is that it is supposed to be used with their wakastrip...

Morning! Question for all the DIYers. My objective is to remove carpet from a wooden staircase, sand wood and prime, paint (white) and seal/protect. I have ripped off the carpet to reveal untreated pine wood and I am midway through the sanding process. The heavy sanding is done (40/60 grit)...

Hi, I currently have lights mounted to a wall, I'd like to rewire it to the ceiling and therefore need to extend it, the wire needs to be as thin as possible as it's going to be exposed (concrete ceiling). The plan is to use a cable connector and join the existing cable to the new one. Any...

Hi guys It may sound random but I want to know the best way to hang pictures and mirrors on concrete walls, either using nails, strips or whatever. I have just repainted and re-plastered most of our house that we just bought. I want to start hanging some pictures and mirrors but I am afraid...

I've gotten this idea for making a nice looking small set piece with some LED lights, but have essentially zero experience with electrical stuff. Part of what I would need are two 'kinds' of LED lights - one the normal kind (as above) and another that looks identical to the first, but 'split'...

I have a RLT 350 model, came free with the lawn mower. Line is finished now so I have removed the head but it has a white plastic sheath that does not seem to be removable, click on pics attached. The head retails for approx R60, so maybe it is just meant to be thrown and replaced? Seems like a...

Hey everyone. I'm interested in importing mechanical keyboard components for 60% boards and packaging them as customisable kits. I have a few questions to guage market interest if anyone is keen on helping out :) 1. How much would you be willing to pay for a DIY kit? 2. What switches would...

Hi guys, Has anyone here built a 3D printer using a Raspberry Pi, if so what is the part list and where did you get said parts from? Also is it cheaper to DIY one or buy one? Reason for asking is I'm in the process of getting a Raspberry Pi and it would be a nice project. TIA

Hey everyone, so we're thinking of repainting the interior walls at home. My dad used what I think is the worst paint on the face of the earth a couple years ago- chalky, dusty and it seems to attract stains. Got my first job and decided to jump into a bit of DIY, I'm favouring Plascon Double...

Hey guys not for myself, wish I had a house I could build a braai in, but for a colleague. He wants to do a stepped brick kind of build, which would (via steps) "angle" up to the chimney part, which would then rise straight up. He was just wondering, as was I, how would you achieve this...

Hi everyone I'm pretty sure, somebody already had this challenge. I hope you guys can help with a solution. Scenario: single room with one door Challenge: simple alarm system for intruders Requirements: (1) alarm to go off, once movement detected, (2) LED at door, once system...

Hi All I need help with sunroof repairs. Where can I get sunroof parts? I have tried Google but all I get is companies who want to do it for me. Thing is dust debris caused driverside rail to break. I just want to buy that rail and fit it. Quotations from repair companies ranger from...

Hey guys, DIY installed an MG5050 paradox system without problems. All is working but the last step seems tricky. Have a ZoneWatch Radio that tells the armed response to come and rescue me (one hopes). The wiring as instructed doesn't seem to work. See picture attached below. So far...

Getting married next year and want to get married out of community of property, with accrual. Our asset base is small, so no worries about combined assets taken into the marriage, eg. one shared old car and cash savings of a few years (+-200k). Can I go the with accrual route, and still...

Hello Everyone. So I have been using the service of this former SuperQuick mechanic. I would buy the service kit for the car (Honda Jazz) he would then do the minor service. Changing oil Changing spark plugs Changing oil filter Blowing the air filter Changing antifreeze...

Hi guys, I need to have the ceiling of a retail store painted, the style of the suspended ceiling makes the space look like an office. Initially I was going to buy a 20l bucket of White Plascon PVA paint and go crazy on the ceiling but after a few google searches and youtube videos it seems one...

4 awesome mini PCs for DIY hacking projects Starting a DIY electronics project is easier than ever thanks to microcontrollers and mini computing boards.

I'm sure many of you get the 'how can I speed up my PC question' from friends/family. The easy answer, is to add an SSD. So, for an intermediate user, is 120GB enough? I'd say so, especially if the old drive is relocated to the DVD bay or an external enclosure. SATA is fine for most of...