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Doesn't meet building regs "safe zone" eitherits a right pigs ear that so is leaving the cable up to consumer unit exposed
Doesn't meet building regs "safe zone" eitherits a right pigs ear that so is leaving the cable up to consumer unit exposed
Yeah it’s RCD protecteddont bother with the steel it realy isnt needed as long as the cable is rcd protected
dont bother with the steel it realy isnt needed as long as the cable is rcd protected
Agree with all of that - it's a terrible looking job and I'd be getting him back in to fix it.That's rougher than a badgers rear end after a vindaloo and a crate of wifebeater! I hope you paid him in peanuts.
If he was pushed for time, conduit or mini trunking would have been far easier and neater IMO.
Personally I'd be wanting that re-doing properly. However, if you have no other option there are a few things you could do.
As already mentioned you could carefully cut the cable in to the studs if you have the depth. I would suggest plating over notch with a bit of steel to try and protect against future screws.
Alternatively, get a piece of thin but wide mini trunking - something like 40x16, cut the plasterboard off in a nice straight line the width of the trunking above the skirting and flush the mini trunking in, slipping it behind the cable.
With some careful caulking and paint it will look passable in a cupboard.
It wants clipping where it is hanging loose too.
Il be honest for the low stuff near the skirtingThanks for the advice - I’ve been ordered by the boss in my household to fix the mess myself seeing as I indirectly caused it so it’ll be a DIY job.
For the bottom part I’ll attempt to cut a groove in the stud - it’s got good enough depth. I’ll also attempt to cover it with a bit of steel. I’ll then use some expanding foam, some filler, a coat of paint and I’ll secure the wire under the CU. It’s a cupboard so that should do.
As for the top bit… I’ll see how the bottom part goes first!
I tried to measure the thickness of my existing plasterboard - it’s somewhere between 12 and 15mm I think… do they come in set sizes?Il be honest for the low stuff near the skirting
I'd cut a 6" strip of plasterboard out then notch and repair before sticking a strip of plasterboard over the lot.
Be easier and a better job.
Il post a video on the top ones shortly.
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If you're going to fix it yourself, @bayzoo, this stuff works wonders for plasterboard repairs / joints: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0006JJQJG
Aye 9 12.5 and 15 and can't recall next size up.I tried to measure the thickness of my existing plasterboard - it’s somewhere between 12 and 15mm I think… do they come in set sizes?
Just noticed that's another one with a review from me on it - I should be getting commission from AmazonThis stuff looks great thanks
Yes I saw that - should have sent me an affiliate link!Just noticed that's another one with a review from me on it - I should be getting commission from Amazon
Should I go for square or taper edge plasterboard?Aye 9 12.5 and 15 and can't recall next size up.
If you have 15mm 12.5 be plenty. Gives you room for filler.
I like gyprok easyfill. Do various set times.
Makes no odds really. Tapers are to allow depth for jointing tape.Should I go for square or taper edge plasterboard?